About the book
The first in a YA political fantasy duology about a fierce princess determined to bring lasting peace to her kingdom regardless of the cost to her heart—from C.J. Redwine, the author of the Defiance series and the New York Times bestselling Ravenspire series. Perfect for fans of These Violent Delights, And I Darken, and Ash Princess.
Princess Charis Willowthorn is the dutiful sword of Calera. Raised to be ruthless and cunning, her only goal is to hold her war-torn kingdom together long enough to find a path toward peace with their ancient foe Montevallo, even if the cost is her own heart.
When violence erupts in the castle itself, nearly killing the queen, Charis must assume her mother’s duties and manage both the war and her kingdom. But as an unseen enemy begins sinking Calera’s ships, Charis realizes a threat much greater than Montevallo is coming for her people. So she forms a plan.
By day, she is Calera’s formidable princess intent on forging an alliance with Montevallo. By night, she disguises herself as a smuggler and roams the sea with a trusted group of loyalists, hunting for their new enemies. And through it all, there's the one boy she can't have—who guards her life, but steals her heart.
But her enemies are much closer than Charis realizes, and her heart isn’t the only thing she has left to lose.
- Royal Court Intrigue: An assassination attempt on the queen thrusts Charis into power, forcing her to navigate a court where betrayal lurks behind every smile.
- Secret Identity: By day, a dutiful princess forging a fragile peace. By night, a smuggler hunting the mysterious new enemy sinking her kingdom’s ships.
- Forbidden Romance: She’s drawn to the one person she can’t have—the loyal guard who protects her life while stealing her heart.
- High Stakes Fantasy: With her kingdom on the brink of collapse and a war on two fronts, Charis must make a plan to save her people, even if it costs her everything.
Editions of Rise of the Vicious Princess
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780062908933
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062908971
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062908988
Read an Excerpt
The first in a YA political fantasy duology about a fierce princess determined to bring lasting peace to her kingdom regardless of the cost to her heart—from C.J. Redwine, the author of the Defiance series and the New York Times bestselling Ravenspire series. Perfect for fans of These Violent Delights, And I Darken, and Ash Princess.
Princess Charis Willowthorn is the dutiful sword of Calera. Raised to be ruthless and cunning, her only goal is to hold her war-torn kingdom together long enough to find a path toward peace with their ancient foe Montevallo, even if the cost is her own heart.
When violence erupts in the castle itself, nearly killing the queen, Charis must assume her mother’s duties and manage both the war and her kingdom. But as an unseen enemy begins sinking Calera’s ships, Charis realizes a threat much greater than Montevallo is coming for her people. So she forms a plan.
By day, she is Calera’s formidable princess intent on forging an alliance with Montevallo. By night, she disguises herself as a smuggler and roams the sea with a trusted group of loyalists, hunting for their new enemies. And through it all, there's the one boy she can't have—who guards her life, but steals her heart.
But her enemies are much closer than Charis realizes, and her heart isn’t the only thing she has left to lose.
- Royal Court Intrigue: An assassination attempt on the queen thrusts Charis into power, forcing her to navigate a court where betrayal lurks behind every smile.
- Secret Identity: By day, a dutiful princess forging a fragile peace. By night, a smuggler hunting the mysterious new enemy sinking her kingdom’s ships.
- Forbidden Romance: She’s drawn to the one person she can’t have—the loyal guard who protects her life while stealing her heart.
- High Stakes Fantasy: With her kingdom on the brink of collapse and a war on two fronts, Charis must make a plan to save her people, even if it costs her everything.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise of the Vicious Princess about?
The first in a YA political fantasy duology about a fierce princess determined to bring lasting peace to her kingdom regardless of the cost to her heart—from C.J. Redwine, the author of the Defiance series and the New York Times bestselling Ravenspire series. Perfect for fans of These Violent Delights, And I Darken, and Ash Princess.
Princess Charis Willowthorn is the dutiful sword of Calera. Raised to be ruthless and cunning, her only goal is to hold her war-torn kingdom together long enough to find a path toward peace with their ancient foe Montevallo, even if the cost is her own heart.
When violence erupts in the castle itself, nearly killing the queen, Charis must assume her mother’s duties and manage both the war and her kingdom. But as an unseen enemy begins sinking Calera’s ships, Charis realizes a threat much greater than Montevallo is coming for her people. So she forms a plan.
By day, she is Calera’s formidable princess intent on forging an alliance with Montevallo. By night, she disguises herself as a smuggler and roams the sea with a trusted group of loyalists, hunting for their new enemies. And through it all, there's the one boy she can't have—who guards her life, but steals her heart.
But her enemies are much closer than Charis realizes, and her heart isn’t the only thing she has left to lose.
- Royal Court Intrigue: An assassination attempt on the queen thrusts Charis into power, forcing her to navigate a court where betrayal lurks behind every smile.
- Secret Identity: By day, a dutiful princess forging a fragile peace. By night, a smuggler hunting the mysterious new enemy sinking her kingdom’s ships.
- Forbidden Romance: She’s drawn to the one person she can’t have—the loyal guard who protects her life while stealing her heart.
- High Stakes Fantasy: With her kingdom on the brink of collapse and a war on two fronts, Charis must make a plan to save her people, even if it costs her everything.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Rise of the Vicious Princess?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories
Where can I read a sample of Rise of the Vicious Princess?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062908933
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Rise of the Vicious Princess?
C. J. Redwine
Who is the Publisher of the book Rise of the Vicious Princess?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Rise of the Vicious Princess is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780062908933) and paperback(ISBN 9780062908971) and ebook(ISBN 9780062908988)
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