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In the Shadow of the Sun
In the Shadow of the Sun | EM Castellan
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EM Castellan's In the Shadow of the Sun is a sumptuous YA fantasy/romance novel set in 17th century Versailles. Its 1661 in Paris, and magicians thrill nobles with enchanting illusions. Exiled in France, 17-year-old Henriette of England wishes she could use her magic to gain entry at court. Instead, her plan is to hide her magical talents, and accept an arranged marriage to the French kings younger brother. Henriette soon realizes her fianc prefers the company of young men to hers, and court magicians turn up killed by a mysterious sorcerer who uses forbidden magic. When an accident forces Henriette to reveal her uniquely powerful gift for enchantments to Louis, he asks for her help: she alone can defeat the dark magician threatening his authority and aid his own plans to build the new, enchanted seat of his power--the Palace of Versailles.
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TheBookDream
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Good magic system, history, and queer rep. So-so characters. May read the next one, may not.

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TheBookDream
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Got a headache so can‘t really focus in schoolwork. Glad I brought a novel.

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TheBookDream
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Reading this and Dumbledore/Grindlewald fanfic this Easter. Happy Easter!

peanutnine Ooo any good recs on the fanfic? 3y
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TheBookDream @peanutnine so far Thirty-Five Owls has been the best by far 3y
peanutnine Awesome thanks! I'll have to check these out ☺️ 3y
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TheBookDream
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Lunch!

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erinreads
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Started my #bookspin book tonight. This cover is shiny and gorgeous so here‘s hoping I like the story as much as the cover! 🤞🏻

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AllisonM89
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#bookspinbingo @TheAromaofBooks
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I picked this book up as a discarded arc from the library, not knowing much about it. After getting home, i realized it was YA that seemed to be a lot about French court politics. YA and politics - two things I tend to not care for. Almost didn't pick this book up.

The book was surprisingly enjoyable. Fabulous characters, intriguing plot, good writing. Loved it!

TheAromaofBooks Yay for unexpected wins!! 4y
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