The Library of Fates
Published on 18. July 2017
Book
Hardback
336 pages
978-1-59514-858-2 (ISBN)
Description
No one is entirely certain what brings the Emperor Sikander to Shalingar. Until now, the idyllic kingdom has been immune to his many violent conquests. To keep the visit friendly, Princess Amrita has offered herself as his bride, sacrificing everything-family, her childhood love, and her freedom-to save her people. But her offer isn't enough.
The unthinkable happens, and Amrita finds herself a fugitive, utterly alone but for an oracle named Thala, who was kept by Sikander as a slave and managed to escape amid the chaos of a palace under siege. With nothing and no one else to turn to, Amrita and Thala are forced to rely on each other. But while Amrita feels responsible for her kingdom and sets out to warn her people, the newly free Thala has no such ties. She encourages Amrita to go on a quest to find the fabled Library of All Things, where it is possible for each of them to reverse their fates. To go back to before Sikander took everything from them.
Stripped of all that she loves, caught between her rosy past and an unknown future, will Amrita be able to restore what was lost, or does another life-and another love-await?
The unthinkable happens, and Amrita finds herself a fugitive, utterly alone but for an oracle named Thala, who was kept by Sikander as a slave and managed to escape amid the chaos of a palace under siege. With nothing and no one else to turn to, Amrita and Thala are forced to rely on each other. But while Amrita feels responsible for her kingdom and sets out to warn her people, the newly free Thala has no such ties. She encourages Amrita to go on a quest to find the fabled Library of All Things, where it is possible for each of them to reverse their fates. To go back to before Sikander took everything from them.
Stripped of all that she loves, caught between her rosy past and an unknown future, will Amrita be able to restore what was lost, or does another life-and another love-await?
Reviews / Votes
Praise for The Library of Fates "Khorana creates a beautiful and fantastical version of our world where gods and spirits walk among mortals. The fables repeated throughout foretell Amrita's journey, seamlessly interweaving her past and future and mirroring a thought-provoking narrative that touches on weighty philosophical questions."--Publishers Weekly "[R]ich, beautiful worldbuilding and thought-provoking questions on the power of experience, stories, and fate..."--Kirkus Reviews "Khorana's dazzling second book features a sweeping quest, sumptuous romance and complex heroines. This is the kind of book that lingers in your dreams."--Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Touched Queen "The Library of Fates transported me to a magical kingdom where troubled oracles, irreverent goddesses, and megalomaniacal kings battle for control of love and fate. With a rich, real mythology and a stunning twist, it's basically everything I ever wanted in a book."--Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl from Everywhere "I was swept away by this unique, tantalizing tale. The Library of Fates spins a spell that breaks the heart and utterly enchants. An essential addition to any library--magical or not."--Jessica Khoury, author of the Corpus Trilogy and The Forbidden Wish Praise for The Library of Fates "[R]ich, beautiful worldbuilding and thought-provoking questions on the power of experience, stories, and fate..."--Kirkus Reviews "Khorana's dazzling second book features a sweeping quest, sumptuous romance and complex heroines. This is the kind of book that lingers in your dreams."--Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Touched Queen "The Library of Fates transported me to a magical kingdom where troubled oracles, irreverent goddesses, and megalomaniacal kings battle for control of love and fate. With a rich, real mythology and a stunning twist, it's basically everything I ever wanted in a book."--Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl from Everywhere "I was swept away by this unique, tantalizing tale. The Library of Fates spins a spell that breaks the heart and utterly enchants. An essential addition to any library--magical or not."--Jessica Khoury, author of the Corpus Trilogy and The Forbidden Wish Advance Praise for The Library of Fates "Khorana's dazzling second book features a sweeping quest, sumptuous romance and complex heroines. This is the kind of book that lingers in your dreams."--Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Touched Queen "The Library of Fates transported me to a magical kingdom where troubled oracles, irreverent goddesses, and megalomaniacal kings battle for control of love and fate. With a rich, real mythology and a stunning twist, it's basically everything I ever wanted in a book."--Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl from Everywhere "I was swept away by this unique, tantalizing tale. The Library of Fates spins a spell that breaks the heart and utterly enchants. An essential addition to any library--magical or not."--Jessica Khoury, author of the Corpus Trilogy and The Forbidden Wish Advance Praise for TheLibrary of Fates "The Library of Fates transported me to a magicalkingdomwhere troubled oracles, irreverent goddesses, and megalomaniacal kings battle for control of love and fate.With a rich, real mythology and a stunning twist, it's basically everything I ever wanted in a book." Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl from Everywhere I was swept away by this unique, tantalizing tale. The Library of Fates spins a spell that breaks the heart and utterly enchants. An essential addition to any library magical or not. Jessica Khoury, author of the Corpus Trilogy and The Forbidden Wish"More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Young adult
Interest Age: From 12 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Weight
567 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-59514-858-2 (9781595148582)
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Aditi Khorana spent parts of her childhood in India, Denmark, and New England. She has a BA in international relations from Brown University and an MA in global media and communications from the Annenberg School for Communication. She has worked as a journalist at ABC News, CNN, and PBS, and most recently as a marketing executive consulting for various Hollywood studios including Fox, Paramount, and Sony. She is also the author of Mirror in the Sky. She lives in Los Angeles and spends her free time reading, hiking, and exploring LA's eclectic and wonderful architecture. For more information, visit aditikhorana.com.