Impyrium

Although set in the future, this is a fantasy novel and a 2018 Lone Star book!

The Faeregines have ruled Impyrium for centuries, but their magic has abated, leaving them open to be overthrown. Hazel is part of the triplets who are to be the next rulers. She is different from her sisters in that she was born last and is albino; she also has more power than anyone in the family has had for centuries. Her grandmother wants her to be their weapon to take on those who want to take over Impyrium. Hazel, however, is a kind girl who cares nothing for ruling.

Hob is a commoner who is sent to spy on the Faeregines in order to take them down. Hob is really smart, but his situation has kept him from going to school. When he becomes Hazel’s tutor, show more he has the ability to spy on the inner circle as the rebels request. With all the magic, it’s hard for Hob to know who to trust; after all, magic corrupted Hazel’s foremother and she could become evil like her.

I enjoyed this novel; I found it captivating, fast-moving, and I didn’t want to put it down. There’s room for a sequel or it could just be a stand alone. show less

Like "Game of Thrones" in idea, but other than that it's worlds better. This fantasy book takes place well after the author's "Hound of Rowan" series, with magical humans dominating the non-magical ones and the demonic Lirlanders threatening both. There's a great magic system, spies and assassins, conspiracies, warring houses, and fantastic characters. I couldn't put it down- it's an amazing book!

This was a little slow to start, but once it got going it was a roller coaster with wonderful twists and turns!