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The Rose and the Thorn
Fantasy adventure
The Rose and the Thorn
Book 2 of the The Riyria Chronicles series
Before Riyria becomes famous, Gwen DeLancy struggles to establish a safe house in Medford while criminal powers compete for control of the city. Her ability to glimpse possible futures tells her that two very different men will matter, but Royce and Hadrian have not yet learned to work together. Violence against Gwen's women and a plot among nobles force the future partners into a fight that reveals the shape of their loyalty. Gritty and character-driven, this prequel suits readers who enjoy origin stories, criminal cities, found families, and the moment wary strangers become the partnership readers already know.
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Murder and assassination; fantasy violence and deaths; child endangerment; criminal activity; political corruption; imprisonment; grief; mild romantic content.
Alcohol-Free Pour
Orange-Vanilla Root Beer
Vanilla softens the spice of root beer, while a splash of orange keeps every sip lively.
What you'll need
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- Fill a tall glass with ice. Add syrup and citrus, top with root beer or sarsaparilla, and stir gently.
- Garnish: Citrus wedge.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Island Rum Punch
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A bold, warming pour suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.
What you'll need
- 2 oz dark rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice ↗
- 1 oz orange juice ↗
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice ↗
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain over fresh ice in a tall glass.
- Garnish: Orange wheel or pineapple wedge.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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