Daughter of Aithne
(Book 3 of the Silver Web)
by Karin Rita Gastreich
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GENRE: Fantasy
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BLURB:
Betrayed by her own
prodigy, Eolyn stands accused of treason. As power-hungry nobles dismantle her
life's work and honor, the desperate queen forges a risky alliance with the
ruthless and cunning Mage Corey. Determined to defend her son's claim to the
throne of the Mage King, Eolyn prepares for her last and greatest battle, this
time against her own sisters in magic.
Across the Furma River,
Taesara of Roenfyn is drawn out of seclusion and into an ever-more vicious game
of intrigue and war. Subject to the schemes of a shrewd uncle and the
mysterious ambitions of the wizards of Galia, Taesara struggles to assert her
own destiny, even as she takes up arms to defend her daughter's inheritance.
In the climactic finale
to The Silver Web trilogy, threads of love, honor, betrayal, and vengeance
culminate in a violent conflict between powerful women, opposed to each other
yet destined to shatter a thousand-year cycle of war.
"A tale of female
oppression, prejudice, and even deadly seduction, EOLYN touches on issues that
are deeply relevant to our own society." -Apex Reviews review of EOLYN,
Book One of the Silver Web
“The story's greatest
triumph is Gastreich's prose, a consistent blend of lyrical verse and dark
imageray....Lush, evocative descriptions carry readers through an unforgettable
journey.” –Kirkus Reviews review of SWORD OF SHADOWS, Book Two of The Silver
Web”
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Excerpt:
“Speak plainly, my Lord King,” Eolyn said. “I will not be
subject to this cat-and-mouse game. If you do not trust me, if you do not
believe me, then say so.”
“I trust your heart, Eolyn,” Akmael replied, “but your heart
has led you to ill-advised decisions in the past. For this reason, I am not
always inclined to trust your judgment.”
“For the love of the Gods! I am not the confused and
frightened girl I was when my brother took up arms against you.”
“No, but you must understand the dilemma you have put me
in.”
“The dilemma I have put you in?”
“If you knew of Ghemena’s plan and did not inform me, you
were party to treason. If you did not know, then your authority over the magas
is uncertain. Either way, the magas must remain bound and imprisoned until this
conflict is resolved.”
Eolyn blinked and stepped away. “The magas have lived in
peace in Moisehén for more than a decade. You cannot let the action of one
woman—”
“Three women. The blatantly treasonous act of three women,
all devoted students of yours. They have brought war upon us, Eolyn. Who knows
how many others among your followers support them?”
“The magas who remain in my service have done nothing to
merit suspicion.”
“All magas merit suspicion.” Akmael hesitated at her
stricken look. He let go a slow breath and softened his tone. “There is a
history here that we have not yet overcome, Eolyn. You, of all people, must
understand that. Too many of our subjects still remember the war against my
father.”
“And the purges that followed?” she shot back.
“The violence that tore this kingdom apart,” he conceded.
“Right or wrong, the magas were left with the blame. We must manage this
situation carefully, to protect you and your daughters. To see that justice is
done.”
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Karin Rita
Gastreich writes stories of ordinary women and the extraordinary paths they
choose. She lives in Kansas City, Missouri, where she is part of the biology
faculty at Avila University. An ecologist by vocation, Karin has wandered
forests and wildlands all her life. Her pastimes include camping, hiking,
music, and flamenco dance. In addition to THE SILVER WEB trilogy, Karin has
published short stories in World Jumping, Zahir, Adventures for the Average
Woman, and 69 Flavors of Paranoia. She is a recipient of the Spring 2011
Andrews Forest Writer’s Residency.
Website:
http://krgastreich.com
Twitter: @EolynChronicles
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Eolyn-110814625640244/
The first book of the series,
EOLYN, will be a FREE download on Kindle only on May 1.
Purchase link
for EOLYN, Book One of THE SILVER
WEB: http://www.amazon.com/Eolyn-Silver-Web-Book-1-ebook/dp/B01B8F4G50/
Purchase link
for SWORD OF SHADOWS, Book Two of THE SILVER WEB:
https://www.amazon.com/Sword-Shadows-Silver-Web-Book-ebook/dp/B01G5L1GEG/
Purchase link
for DAUGHTER OF AITHNE, Book Three of THE SILVER WEB: https://www.amazon.com/Daughter-Aithne-Silver-Web-Book-ebook/dp/B06WCZYRNW/
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