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Two Twisted Crowns (The Shepherd King Book 2)
by Rachel Gillig
Published
October 17, 2023
Pages
481 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Orbit
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About This Book
In the New York Times bestselling sequel to One Dark Window , Elspeth must confront the weight of her actions as she and Ravyn embark on a perilous quest to save the kingdom—perfect for readers of Hannah Whitten's For the Wolf and Alexis Henderson's The Year of the Witching. Gripped by a tyrant king and in the thrall of dark magic, the kingdom is in peril. Elspeth and Ravyn have gathered most of the twelve Providence Cards, but the last—and most important—one remains to be found: the Twin Alders.
If they’re going to find the card before Solstice and set free the kingdom, they will need to journey through the dangerous mist-cloaked forest. The only one who can lead them through is the monster that shares Elspeth’s head: the Nightmare. And he’s not eager to share any longer.
Praise for One Dark Window : "Enthralling from beginning to shocking end." —Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf "Pulse pounding, darkly whimsical, and aglow with treacherous magic." —Allison Saft, New York Times bestselling author of A Far Wilder Magic The Shepherd King One Dark Window Two Twisted Crowns
Introduction
Return to the captivating world of The Shepherd King saga where power, destiny, and betrayal intertwine in a land teetering on the edge of chaos. Two Twisted Crowns delves deeper into the intricacies of a kingdom filled with arcane magic and political machinations. As alliances are forged and broken, the race for the throne becomes increasingly treacherous.
With stakes soaring, heroes emerge, secrets unravel, and a new era beckons under the shadow of ancient prophecies.
Key Takeaways
A thrilling continuation of The Shepherd King saga with unexpected twists. Intricate world-building intertwined with masterful political intrigue. Unforgettable characters navigating destiny and ambition amidst ancient prophecies.
Detailed Description
Two Twisted Crowns immerses readers in the tumultuous world of the Shepherd King. In this riveting sequel the throne's fate hangs in the balance as ambition and loyalty collide amidst an era of prophecy. As new threats emerge the kingdom stands on a precipice between survival and oblivion.
The narrative weaves a complex tapestry of intertwined destinies. Characters old and new grapple with their roles in a land rife with mystical power and political maneuvering. The line between friend and foe blurs as rival factions vie for dominance and hidden agendas surface.
With every twist the captivating storytelling explores themes of power ambition and sacrifice. Secrets buried deep come to light and bloodlines unravel in shocking revelations. As forces vie for control pathways to redemption and betrayal open for those daring enough to tread them.
Amidst the escalating conflict the hopes and fears of an entire realm rest on a knife-edge. In a world where nothing is as it seems choices made will reverberate through history as destinies collide under the weight of ancient prophecies.
Standout Features
What makes Two Twisted Crowns remarkable is its masterful interplay between political intrigue and fantasy By crafting a world full of depth the book draws readers into a captivating realm teetering on the brink of destiny The characters are portrayed with remarkable depth and complexity each facing harrowing trials and moral dilemmas It's their growth and unexpected alliances that elevate the narrative creating an emotional resonance that lingers long after the last page The immersive world-building transports readers to a vividly imagined land where every choice has lasting consequences The intricately woven tapestry of prophecy and power offers a thrilling escapade keeping readers enthralled with each turn.
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Customer Reviews
Incredible
A dark, twisted, poetic, lovely story. Not too racey, perfectly tantalizing. Romantic to its core. Very well thought out, kudos to the author for her hard work and wonderful writing!!!
Compelling but dark
I almost didn't finish this when I got to part 3 because it was so dark from the insurmountable odds the characters faced. For a storyline about balance, it did not feel balanced. It was a bit depressing by the end. With that said, I loved the first book, and I loved all the main characters. They evolved beautifully throughout the story to become a better version of themselves. The writing style was polished and creative, and for the most part it had me reading every spare minute I had. For that, I give it 5 stars. The romance was sparing and well done.
Excellent Read!
Book2 picks up exactly where book 1 left you…breathless to know what comes next and it keeps you buckled up for the entire ride. HOWEVER…… I was not a fan of how Game of Thrones was ended and, well, I’ll just leave it there . Overall a very good story that 100% kept you glued to the book.
A marvelous conclusion to the Shepard King series.
I am heartbroken that this is the conclusion to the duology. I finished this second book even faster than the first! I was very curious how this book would pick up after the ending of the last. I was surprised and delighted. The first book was mainly in one POV and this book switches to multiple, which was artfully written. I fell in love with Elm much more in this book! This story is heartbreaking, romantic, mysterious, and intriguing. I really appreciated the increase in banter between characters (many of them!). It kept it funny or tense even during slower parts of the book.
A wicked, clever, and good tale
Gut wrenching, beautiful, and clever. This series is one to remember. Beautiful prose and such a fantastical world. So grateful I took this journey. A rare 5 stars from me.
very good
Well spun, well told, well written. The character development was phenomenal. Especially since it concludes in only 2 books. The first book reminded me of beauty and the beast, if the beast were an older, dead king and belle his adoptive daughter perhaps. But this book, it delves into the past so much more and then begins to be told from multiple perspectives. So boon 2 is far less like beauty and the beast, turning into its own thing. The old lore that this is founded on is also well told. So many stories spun into this one. I’m adhd big time and I really liked this. The ending nearly had me in tears. Which is saying a lot. Definitely going to get a physical copy to add to my collection.
Fabulous YA read
I can’t begin to express how much I enjoyed this duet, even though I usually don’t read YA. Firstly, the author knew when to end the book and not drag it out unnecessarily like so many authors nowadays. This book is well written, great world building (even though it could use a map but I think that about every book), interesting characters and new take on magic. However, I could see the long plot easily enough in the description of the characters and the memories told. There were no surprises in the storyline, except about the Maiden card. Again, just an overall great read of both books. I will look forward to more from this author.
I loved this duo
Such a great read. Fast paced, great characters and no fillers, straight to the point with a wonderful story. So well written.
