Weekly book recommendations ✨🔒

The Prison Healer

By Lynette Noni

My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Seventeen-year-old Kiva Meridan has spent the last ten years fighting for survival in the notorious death prison, Zalindov, working as the prison healer.

When the Rebel Queen is captured, Kiva is charged with keeping the terminally ill woman alive long enough for her to undergo the Trial by Ordeal: a series of elemental challenges against the torments of air, fire, water, and earth, assigned to only the most dangerous of criminals.

Then a coded message from Kiva’s family arrives, containing a single order: “Don’t let her die. We are coming.” Aware that the Trials will kill the sickly queen, Kiva risks her own life to volunteer in her place. If she succeeds, both she and the queen will be granted their freedom.

But no one has ever survived.

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This is the first book in a trilogy. I loved every single second of this book. It was perfect. Great characters. Great world building. The relationships and plot made sense and didn't seem forced. It was just perfect. Looking forward to more of her books.

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You will enjoy this book if you like:

✨️Slowburn

✨️YA Fantasy

✨️Strong female leads

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#bookreview #bookstagram #booklover #yafantasy #romanov #bookstagrammer #bookworm #book #booknerd #bookish #bookrecommendations #reading

2024/4/24 Edited to

... Read moreIn 'The Prison Healer', Kiva Meridan, a resilient 17-year-old, confronts the harsh realities of life in Zalindov, a notorious death prison. This thrilling narrative centers around the impending Trial by Ordeal, where Kiva must substitute for the terminally ill Rebel Queen. With elements of magic and danger, readers are drawn into an emotional journey highlighting themes of bravery and sacrifice. The book exudes a captivating blend of rich world-building and powerful character dynamics, appealing profoundly to YA fantasy enthusiasts. As Kiva faces elemental challenges, the stakes escalate, embodying the essence of a slowburn narrative that keeps you on edge. This is not just a story of survival but a testament to the indomitable spirit of young women rising against despair. Perfect for readers who admire strong female leads and intricate plots, 'The Prison Healer' promises a memorable reading experience that hooks you from the start. This book is the first installment in a trilogy, so prepare for an addictive series that will leave you yearning for more adventures. If you enjoyed other fantasy novels with similar themes, this is a must-read addition to your collection!

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