First published 1995
When their realm is threatened by an unstoppable emperor, three ruling women of Merina abdicate their thrones. But this is no surrender. In secret, they plan a powerful counterattack - one of cunning deception, daring misdirection, and potent sorcery. As the emperor's forces close in, the women's gambit grows ever more desperate. Can their bold gamble save their world or will it all come crashing down?
Genres: adventure, fantasy, political-thriller, historical-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Merina
504 pages · Hardcover · William Morrow & Co