Kushiel's Dart: A Fantasy Romance Full of Magic and Desire

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Winner of the Locus Award for Best First Novel. Kushiel's Dart is an intoxicating fantasy of intrigue, betrayal and desire - perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L. Armentrout. Phdre n Delaunay has a turbulent path before her, one that will touch the lives of queens, princes and nobility. It will change the course of her land, but this all lies ahead . . . After a childhood of indentured servitude, Phdre's bond is purchased by Anafiel Delaunay, a nobleman with a very particular mission. He's also the first to recognize who and what she is: one touched by the god Kushiel's dart, chosen to forever experience pain and pleasure as one. As talented a spy as she is a courtesan, Phdre stumbles upon a plot that threatens the very foundations of her homeland. Her journey will take her to the edge of despair and beyond, as false friends, loving enemies and beloved assassins can all wear the same glittering mask. Navigating a world of deadly courtiers, heroic traitors and a truly Machiavellian villainess, Phdre will get but one chance to save all that she holds dear. Continue the journey with Kushiel's Chosen by Jacqueline Carey.

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A cult classic deserving of its devotees. Rich, intricate worldbuilding meets swoonworthy romance. A tangled web of politics and desire, the Kushiels Legacy trilogy is a modern classic. Phdre and Joscelins story is the beating heart of every romantasy to follow. -- Olivie Blake
A very sophisticated fantasy, intricately plotted and a fascinating read -- Robert Jordan
With her provocative debut novel, Jacqueline Carey introduces herself as an extraordinarily talented writer . . . Ms Carey weaves an exquisite tapestry of politics, intrigue, history, magic, desire and fate into a breathtaking epic that will captivate readers -- Romantic Times
Superbly detailed, fascinatingly textured, and sometimes unbearably intense: a resonant, deeply satisfying and altogether remarkable debut -- Kirkus Reviews
Brilliant and daring . . . This is an assured and magnificent book -- Publishers Weekly

Author Bio

Jacqueline Carey was born in 1964. After receiving BA degrees in psychology and English literature, she embarked on a writing career and published various short stories. She is the author of the Kushiel's Legacy series.