About the book
The long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed YA fantasy Of Fire and Stars! Mare and Denna travel to a new and dangerous kingdom where Denna will be trained to tame her magic by a mysterious queen who is not all she seems. Perfect for fans of Malinda Lo and Kristin Cashore.
Princesses Denna and Mare are in love and together at last—only to face a new set of dangers.
Mare just wants to settle down with the girl she loves, which would be easier if Denna weren’t gifted with forbidden and volatile fire magic. Denna must learn to control her powers, which means traveling in secret to the kingdom of Zumorda, where she can seek training without fear of persecution. Determined to help, Mare has agreed to serve as an ambassador as a cover for their journey.
But just as Mare and Denna arrive in Zumorda, an attack on a border town in Mynaria changes everything. Mare’s diplomatic mission is now urgent: she must quickly broker an alliance with the queen of Zumorda to protect her homeland. However, the queen has no interest in allying with other kingdoms; it’s Denna’s untamed but powerful magic that catches her eye. The queen offers Denna a place among her elite trainees—an opportunity that would force her to choose between her magic and Mare.
As Denna’s powers grow stronger, Mare struggles to be the ambassador her kingdom needs. By making unconventional friends, her knowledge of Zumorda and its people grow, and so too do her suspicions about who is truly behind the attacks on Zumorda and her homeland.
As rising tensions and unexpected betrayals put Mare and Denna in jeopardy and dangerous enemies emerge on all sides, can they protect their love and save their kingdoms?
- Sapphic Fantasy Romance: With their love finally out in the open, Princesses Denna and Mare must fight to protect their relationship from kingdoms that would see them torn apart.
- Forbidden Magic: Denna’s volatile fire magic is her greatest weapon and her biggest secret. To control it, she must trust a mysterious queen who may have her own dangerous agenda.
- Hidden Identity: Posing as a simple ambassador, Mare travels to the kingdom of Zumorda on a secret mission. But as enemies close in, her cover might be the first casualty.
- Love vs. Duty: When the queen offers Denna a place among her elite trainees, it’s an opportunity that could save her magic—but cost her the love of her life.
Editions of Of Ice and Shadows
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062841230
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062841247
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The long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed YA fantasy Of Fire and Stars! Mare and Denna travel to a new and dangerous kingdom where Denna will be trained to tame her magic by a mysterious queen who is not all she seems. Perfect for fans of Malinda Lo and Kristin Cashore.
Princesses Denna and Mare are in love and together at last—only to face a new set of dangers.
Mare just wants to settle down with the girl she loves, which would be easier if Denna weren’t gifted with forbidden and volatile fire magic. Denna must learn to control her powers, which means traveling in secret to the kingdom of Zumorda, where she can seek training without fear of persecution. Determined to help, Mare has agreed to serve as an ambassador as a cover for their journey.
But just as Mare and Denna arrive in Zumorda, an attack on a border town in Mynaria changes everything. Mare’s diplomatic mission is now urgent: she must quickly broker an alliance with the queen of Zumorda to protect her homeland. However, the queen has no interest in allying with other kingdoms; it’s Denna’s untamed but powerful magic that catches her eye. The queen offers Denna a place among her elite trainees—an opportunity that would force her to choose between her magic and Mare.
As Denna’s powers grow stronger, Mare struggles to be the ambassador her kingdom needs. By making unconventional friends, her knowledge of Zumorda and its people grow, and so too do her suspicions about who is truly behind the attacks on Zumorda and her homeland.
As rising tensions and unexpected betrayals put Mare and Denna in jeopardy and dangerous enemies emerge on all sides, can they protect their love and save their kingdoms?
- Sapphic Fantasy Romance: With their love finally out in the open, Princesses Denna and Mare must fight to protect their relationship from kingdoms that would see them torn apart.
- Forbidden Magic: Denna’s volatile fire magic is her greatest weapon and her biggest secret. To control it, she must trust a mysterious queen who may have her own dangerous agenda.
- Hidden Identity: Posing as a simple ambassador, Mare travels to the kingdom of Zumorda on a secret mission. But as enemies close in, her cover might be the first casualty.
- Love vs. Duty: When the queen offers Denna a place among her elite trainees, it’s an opportunity that could save her magic—but cost her the love of her life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Of Ice and Shadows about?
The long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed YA fantasy Of Fire and Stars! Mare and Denna travel to a new and dangerous kingdom where Denna will be trained to tame her magic by a mysterious queen who is not all she seems. Perfect for fans of Malinda Lo and Kristin Cashore.
Princesses Denna and Mare are in love and together at last—only to face a new set of dangers.
Mare just wants to settle down with the girl she loves, which would be easier if Denna weren’t gifted with forbidden and volatile fire magic. Denna must learn to control her powers, which means traveling in secret to the kingdom of Zumorda, where she can seek training without fear of persecution. Determined to help, Mare has agreed to serve as an ambassador as a cover for their journey.
But just as Mare and Denna arrive in Zumorda, an attack on a border town in Mynaria changes everything. Mare’s diplomatic mission is now urgent: she must quickly broker an alliance with the queen of Zumorda to protect her homeland. However, the queen has no interest in allying with other kingdoms; it’s Denna’s untamed but powerful magic that catches her eye. The queen offers Denna a place among her elite trainees—an opportunity that would force her to choose between her magic and Mare.
As Denna’s powers grow stronger, Mare struggles to be the ambassador her kingdom needs. By making unconventional friends, her knowledge of Zumorda and its people grow, and so too do her suspicions about who is truly behind the attacks on Zumorda and her homeland.
As rising tensions and unexpected betrayals put Mare and Denna in jeopardy and dangerous enemies emerge on all sides, can they protect their love and save their kingdoms?
- Sapphic Fantasy Romance: With their love finally out in the open, Princesses Denna and Mare must fight to protect their relationship from kingdoms that would see them torn apart.
- Forbidden Magic: Denna’s volatile fire magic is her greatest weapon and her biggest secret. To control it, she must trust a mysterious queen who may have her own dangerous agenda.
- Hidden Identity: Posing as a simple ambassador, Mare travels to the kingdom of Zumorda on a secret mission. But as enemies close in, her cover might be the first casualty.
- Love vs. Duty: When the queen offers Denna a place among her elite trainees, it’s an opportunity that could save her magic—but cost her the love of her life.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Of Ice and Shadows?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories: Cultural heritage / traditional stories
Where can I read a sample of Of Ice and Shadows?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062841230
Is Of Ice and Shadows part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Of Fire and Stars
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Of Ice and Shadows?
Audrey Coulthurst
Who is the Publisher of the book Of Ice and Shadows?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Of Ice and Shadows is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062841230) and ebook(ISBN 9780062841247)
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