It is a true YA story, so if you are a borderline YA fan then be weary. If you enjoy such stories involving young female leads that journey out of their comfort zone to grow in confidence and power, then you'll be entertained by this read. The author uses multiple point of views but keeps the transitions clean cut. But there is a spark of hope that it is dropped in the next book. A love she just met and has lied to since they first spoke. She ends up finding the knowledge of how the world really works and possibly the love of her life. The lead, Aurora aka Roar, goes on an adventure to find power. It's nice to find something new under the sun. I was intrigued to find out the orgins of the storms. The concept of fighting storms and taking their hearts is a new for me. It is easy to imagine both in physical appearance and politically. I felt the author built this world up perfectly. She might not have magic now, but she can steal it if she's brave enough.Ĭhallenge a tempest. And when a handsome young storm hunter reveals he was born without magic but possesses it now, Aurora realizes there's a third option for her future besides ruin or marriage. Legend says that her ancestors first gained their magic by facing a storm and stealing part of its essence. And the people selling it? They're not Stormlings. When she dons a disguise and sneaks out of the palace one night to spy on him, she stumbles upon a black market dealing in the very thing she lacks - storm magic.

But the more secrets Aurora uncovers about him, the more a future with him frightens her. He'll guarantee her spot as the next queen and be the champion her people need to remain safe.

At first the prince seems like the perfect solution to all her problems. To keep her secret and save her crown, Aurora's mother arranges for her to marry a dark and brooding Stormling prince from another kingdom. But she's yet to show any trace of the magic she'll need to protect her people. She's intelligent and brave and honorable. As the sole heir of Pavan, Aurora's been groomed to be the perfect queen. Long ago, the ungifted pledged fealty and service to her family in exchange for safe haven, and a kingdom was carved out from the wildlands and sustained by magic capable of repelling the world's deadliest foes. In a land ruled and shaped by violent magical storms, power lies with those who control them.Īurora Pavan comes from one of the oldest Stormling families in existence.

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