Witch Queen Rising - by Savannah Stephens (Paperback)

About the Book

"A reclusive witch who fled the burden of her bloodline rises to be the greatest among them in this lush and haunting fantasy debut. For New Orleans witchkin, there is no greater honor than to become the Prime-chosen to rule. But the title is meant to pass between two rival Houses of magic. Not to the prodigal daughter of the former Prime who died under mysterious circumstances. As a girl, Seraphine Barreau was dubbed the Tick Witch for her ability to feed on magic and make it her own. Even among those who alter fate and manipulate reality, she was a powerful outcast feared and misunderstood by her people. Now dragged back to continue the legacy that nearly destroyed her, Phine has her work cut out for her. She must earn the respect of her people, navigate the politics of the paranormal communities residing in her city, and heal a broken heart all the while battling a parasitic curse poisoning witchkin. Between her werewolf ex, power-hungry vampires, and the skeletons in her family's closet, Phine must learn to make peace with her past to save her-and all of witchkin's-future"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

A reclusive witch who fled the burden of her bloodline rises to be the greatest among them in this lush and haunting fantasy debut.

For New Orleans witchkin, there is no greater honor than to become the Prime--chosen to rule. But the title is meant to pass between two rival Houses of magic, not to the wayward daughter of the former Prime who died under mysterious circumstances.

As a girl, Seraphine Barreau was dubbed the Tick Witch for her ability to feed on magic and make it her own. Even among those who alter fate and manipulate reality, she was a powerful outcast feared and misunderstood by her people. Now dragged back to continue the legacy that nearly destroyed her, Phine has her work cut out for her. She must earn the respect of her people, navigate the politics of the paranormal communities residing in her city, and heal a broken heart, all the while battling a parasitic curse poisoning witchkin. Between her werewolf ex, power-hungry vampires, and the skeletons in her family's closet, Phine must learn to make peace with her past to save her--and all of witchkin's--future.

Review Quotes

"An utterly delicious blend of magic and family dynamics set within the rich history and mystery of New Orleans. With characters fully realized and a personal tragedy that colors every page, Stephens skillful writing brings everything to a satisfying, full circle, proving again that you can't live apart from your past, and that sometimes you have to risk all and trust the untrustable in order to survive." -- Kim Harrison, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Three Kinds of Lucky

"A phenomenal, powerful fantasy debut steeped in New Orleans culture and seasoned with a heroine whose fierceness is in her capacity to love, Witch Queen Rising had me on the edge of my seat from the fascinating beginning to the shocking end."--Kamilah Cole, Lodestar Award finalist and bestselling author of the Divine Traitors duology and An Arcane Inheritance

"Witch Queen Rising is a stunning fantasy debut steeped in mystery, betrayal, and powerful magic. Utterly captivating." -- Alexis Henderson author of The Year of the Witching and An Academy for Liars

"Stephens's beautifully atmospheric debut will appeal to readers who enjoy strong women characters and luxurious fantasy worlds." -- Library Journal

"Witch Queen Rising is a fantastical novel, perfect for readers who want to immerse themselves in the world of witches and their paranormal friends-and enemies. This debut, equal parts enthralling and frightening, sets you squarely in the magical city of New Orleans. Phine is the outcast protagonist whose compelling story is complicated by all manner of threats, betrayals, and lost love. I cannot wait for the second book of this duology and what's sure to be a spellbinding conclusion!" -- Del Sandeen, author of This Cursed House

About the Author

Savannah Stephens is a genre-blending fiction author, most notably dark and paranormal fantasy. She proudly creates the representation she did not have growing up. Her protagonists are warriors, queens, assassins, witches, dragon riders, and more. She hopes to not only give readers fantastical worlds to escape into, but tools to survive the real world they inevitably return to once the pages stop turning. Savannah lives in Central New York with her feline familiar, Sir Beaumont of Fluffbottom. When not writing, she indulges in any one of her ever-expanding hoard of hobbies.

For readers of dark and urban fantasy, and fans of Anne Rice, Alexis Henderson, and Patricia Briggs.