![]() ![]() ![]() "Set against a backdrop of myth and magic, Song of Blood and Stone is a sweeping tale of love, duty and destiny that feels as urgent as it does timeless.” - Rebecca Roanhorse, author of TRAIL OF LIGHTNING Penelope has written your next fantasy obsession." -Elise Kova, USA Today bestselling author of The Loom Saga SONG OF BLOOD AND STONE is brimming with captivating lore, unique magic, and plot-turns you never saw coming. Penelope will do next."-Ilona Andrews, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Wonderful characters, unique setting, and an engaging romance set against the backdrop of ancient magic. "Penelope delivers an engrossing story with delightful characters in this fantastic opening to a promising series." -Publishers Weekly starred review on Song of Blood & Stone "A master class in fantasy world-building.” - TIME Magazine on Song of Blood & Stone ![]() "High stakes and dire twists will keep readers turning pages, and it’s clear that this is only the beginning of what’s sure to be a thoughtful, emotional, magnificent series." - Booklist starred review for Whispers of Shadow & Flame "This is a wonderful integration of high-stakes epic fantasy intrigue with intimate personal connections." - Publisher's Weekly starred review for Whispers of Shadow & Flame ![]() "Penelope’s plotting is intricate as ever." - Publishers Weekly on Cry of Metal & Bone plenty of courtly politics here as well as a marvelous medley of world building." - Starred review, Booklist on Cry of Metal & Bone ![]()
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