

Illegitimate and of mixed heritage, Eva is her family’s shame. Even the bidding of an ancient god who whispers to her at night. Now dependent on the Doña’s magic for her life, Reina will do anything to earn-and keep-her favor. But the journey to her is dangerous, and prayer can’t always avert disaster.Īttacked by creatures that stalk the mountains, Reina is on the verge of death until her grandmother, a dark sorceress, intervenes. Stuck on the edges of society, Reina’s only hope lies in an invitation from a grandmother she’s never met. Two women embark on a unforgettable quest that draws them into a world of dark gods and ancient magic in this sweeping fantasy debut inspired by the history and folklore of colonial South America.

An enthralling tale of ancient gods, dangerous magic, family and love." ―Sue Lynn Tan, author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess Visit megaphone."Evocative and captivating. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok Want to reach out? Send an email to. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast.

Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace here. Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on or in Libby. The Sun and the Void by Gabriela Romero Lacruz.Old Babes in the Wood by Margaret Atwood.Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q Sutanto.The Sun and the Star by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro.For You and Only You by Caroline Kepnes.The Brothers Hawthorne by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.Bring Me Your Midnight by Rachel Griffen.A Crown of Ivy and Glass by Claire Legrand.Secretly Yours by Tessa Bailey (and Unfortunately Yours).A Twisted Love Story by Samantha Downing.Silver in the Bone by Alexandra Bracken.A Day of Fallen Night by Samantha Shannon.Kiss me in the Coral Lounge by Helen Ellis.The Golden Frog Games by Claribel A Ortega.

