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Queen of Shadows
Young adult fantasy
Queen of Shadows
Book 4 of the Throne of Glass series
672 pages · First published 2023
Aelin Galathynius has returned to Rifthold with unfinished business: rescue her cousin, confront the assassin who shaped her past, and free Prince Dorian from the dark power controlling him. As she forms an uneasy alliance with her former rival Lysandra and reunites with powerful allies, Aelin must outmaneuver dangerous enemies while preparing to strike at the king who destroyed her kingdom. Meanwhile, Manon Blackbeak begins questioning the brutal orders imposed upon her witches as a sinister experiment unfolds at Morath. With rebellion gathering strength, forbidden magic threatening to return, and the fate of multiple kingdoms at stake, Aelin must decide how far she will go to reclaim her future. Readers who enjoy dark epic fantasy, morally complex heroines, intricate schemes, found-family bonds, and slow-burning romance will find a pivotal installment in the Throne of Glass saga.
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Graphic fantasy violence and gore, including bloody combat, killings, beheadings, mutilation, torture, branding, executions, and disturbing descriptions of bodies. Demonic possession, loss of bodily autonomy, imprisonment, slavery, manipulation, child abuse, and traumatic childhood experiences. Sexual exploitation and coercion, including a female character's history of being sold into prostitution as a minor, sexual assault and threatened sexual assault, non-graphic references to sexual intercourse, and forced breeding experiments involving witches and demonic beings. Pregnancy loss, a stillbirth, reproductive abuse, and punishment following the loss of a child. Sensual kissing, sexual touching, revealing clothing, and suggestive dialogue between romantic partners. Moderate profanity and crude insults. Grief, revenge, war, and self-sacrifice. Brief background representation of a same-sex relationship between two female witches, Thea and Kaya; this is not a central romance.
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Ashfall Mocha
Dark chocolate and a hint of smoke echo the fire and shadow magic unleashed as Aelin and her allies confront the forces threatening Erilea.
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- Whisk cocoa and vanilla into hot coffee. Add steamed milk and finish with a tiny pinch of smoked salt if desired.
- Garnish: Tiny pinch smoked salt, optional.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Bramble & Honey Mead
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Dark blackberry mead suits a world of hidden identities, shapeshifting magic, and dangerous alliances as Aelin gathers the strength to challenge a tyrannical king.
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- 4 oz blackberry mead
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- Pour ready-made blackberry mead into a small wine glass.
- Serve lightly chilled, or follow the serving guidance on your chosen bottle. No mixing or garnish needed.
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