War of the Crowns

War of the Crowns
Author: Christian Jacq
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2007-11-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1416592059

Christian Jacq, author of the international sensations Ramses and The Stone of Light, continues his epic Queen of Freedom trilogy as the fiercely determined Queen Ahhotep struggles to save her people -- and reclaim her own legacy. The barbaric Hyksos have taken possession of the whole of Egypt, imposing their harsh rule with unimaginable cruelty. Only Queen Ahhotep has yet to succumb. Not far from Thebes, the only city that retains its independence, she has established a secret military base to train her loyal fighters. Even when her husband is killed, Ahhotep refuses to yield, turning instead to her eldest son, Kames, who must take his father's place as pharaoh. Leading an increasingly powerful army, Ahhotep steals victory after victory -- despite the treachery that threatens Egypt from within. Slowly, the Egyptians are recovering their honor, growing stronger by the day -- and the brutal invaders no longer seem invincible. Unless Queen Ahhotep and her followers are being lured into an elaborately designed trap that may seal their doom.... Combining historical fact with a vivid imagination, Christian Jacq tells the enthralling true story of the Ancient Egyptian warrior-queen Ahhotep -- without whose valiant courage the Valley of the Kings and the glorious treasures of the pharaohs, including Ramses the Great, would never have existed.

War Crown

War Crown
Author: Elizabeth Brown
Publisher: Elizabeth Brown
Total Pages: 213
Release: 2021-10-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1954393075

Ashera, the first queen Dunya has ever seen, is believed to be dead. A public announcement when the King of Qamar is beheaded offers a direct challenge to those responsible. Further, a declaration by the new joint rulers of Qamar—Winta and Thorne, her newest mates and both powerful shifters—not only confirms Ashera’s death but also thrusts her four mates into the spotlight. Malachi, the former incubus assassin turned general turned king. He’s the de facto alpha of Ashera’s mates and has stepped into the role of ruler of Shaytan with the promise of vengeance, bloodshed, and no prisoners. Jacobi, the angel king who is now questioning his place. Afterall, he has an older sister. Shouldn’t she have been given the chance to rule Malak? Should she be given the chance now? Caspian, arrogant fae prince who needed to be reminded that he’s no better than anyone else. Frankly, in most people’s minds, he’s worse than everyone else. Ambrose, the vampire prince betrayed by his father. He’s not interested in hearing why his father lied to him for centuries; he’s only interested in killing that bastard slowly. All four have now openly challenged the resistance, vowing to put an end to them and their reign of terror no matter the cost. King Judah of Sahira makes his displeasure of this alliance between Qamar and Ashera’s mates known. This can only mean one thing—war has come for the kingdoms of Dunya. A war that will see kings fall while queens rise. A war that challenges the very foundation of each kingdom’s morals. A war that was started by men, but will be ended by women. Ashera needs to win this war, navigate her new powers, and learn how to manage her growing harem of alphas. But if there’s one thing this succubus queen isn’t afraid of, it’s putting men in their place. ~*~*~ There is FF and MM in this book. This is a FAST BURN reverse harem. ~*~*~

Blood Crown

Blood Crown
Author: Elizabeth Brown
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2021-06-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781954393059

The Empire of Darkness

The Empire of Darkness
Author: Christian Jacq
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2007-11-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 141659132X

Christian Jacq, author of the international triumphs Ramses and The Stone of Light, brings the people and passions of ancient Egypt to life in an enthralling epic novel in three volumes. Egypt is a shadow of its former self. An army of barbarians mounted on horse-drawn chariots has swept through the Empire, destroying everything in its path. Known as the Hyksos, these "leaders from foreign lands" have reduced the country of the pharaohs to slavery. Only the city of Thebes resists, protected by the widow of the last pharaoh, Teti the Small. But Teti knows that her reign is limited, that it's only a matter of time before her men succumb to the barbarities of the cruel Hyksos. She has an eighteen-year-old daughter, however: Ahhotep. Fierce, beautiful, and courageous, this girl whom history will call "Egypt's Joan of Arc" will never accept defeat. And so she decides to re-ignite the flame of Egyptian resistance. All by herself. Combining historical fact with a vivid imagination, Christian Jacq tells the enthralling true story of this Ancient Egyptian warrior-heroine. Without the courage and passion of Queen Ahhotep, the Valley of the Kings and the glorious treasures of the pharaohs, including Ramses the Great, would never have existed.

Crown of Slaves

Crown of Slaves
Author: David Weber
Publisher: Baen Books
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2003
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0743471482

"And, just to put the icing on the cake, the radical freed slave organization, the Audubon Ballroom, is also on the scene - led by its notorious and ruthless assassin, Jeremy X."--BOOK JACKET.

War Storm

War Storm
Author: Victoria Aveyard
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 672
Release: 2018-05-15
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 0062423010

The #1 New York Times bestselling Red Queen series comes to a stunning conclusion in War Storm. VICTORY COMES AT A PRICE. Mare Barrow learned this all too well when Cal’s betrayal nearly destroyed her. Now determined to protect her heart—and secure freedom for Reds and newbloods like her—Mare resolves to overthrow the kingdom of Norta once and for all . . . starting with the crown on Maven’s head. But no battle is won alone, and before the Reds may rise as one, Mare must side with the boy who broke her heart in order to defeat the boy who almost broke her. Cal’s powerful Silver allies, alongside Mare and the Scarlet Guard, prove a formidable force. But Maven is driven by an obsession so deep, he will stop at nothing to have Mare as his own again, even if it means demolish everything—and everyone—in his path. War is coming, and all Mare has fought for hangs in the balance. Will victory be enough to topple the Silver kingdoms? Or will the little lightning girl be forever silenced? In the epic conclusion to Victoria Aveyard’s stunning series, Mare must embrace her fate and summon all her power . . . for all will be tested, but not all will survive. Plus don't miss Realm Breaker! Irresistibly action-packed and full of lethal surprises, this stunning fantasy series from Victoria Aveyard, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Red Queen series, begins where hope is lost and asks: When the heroes have fallen, who will take up the sword?

A Crown of Wishes

A Crown of Wishes
Author: Roshani Chokshi
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Total Pages: 382
Release: 2017-03-28
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1250085500

Contains an extended excerpt from The Gilded Wolves. From the author of The Star-Touched Queen comes a beautiful lush fantasy, Roshani Chokshi's A Crown of Wishes. Gauri, the princess of Bharata, has been taken as a prisoner of war by her kingdom’s enemies. Faced with a future of exile and scorn, Gauri has nothing left to lose. Hope unexpectedly comes in the form of Vikram, the cunning prince of a neighboring land and her sworn enemy kingdom. Unsatisfied with becoming a mere puppet king, Vikram offers Gauri a chance to win back her kingdom in exchange for her battle prowess. Together, they’ll have to set aside their differences and team up to win the Tournament of Wishes – a competition held in a mythical city where the Lord of Wealth promises a wish to the victor. Reaching the tournament is just the beginning. Once they arrive, danger takes on new shapes: poisonous courtesans and mischievous story birds, a feast of fears and twisted fairy revels. Every which way they turn new trials will test their wit and strength. But what Gauri and Vikram will soon discover is that there’s nothing more dangerous than what they most desire.

Vengeance of a Queen

Vengeance of a Queen
Author: Elizabeth Brown
Publisher: Elizabeth Brown
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2021-07-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1954393024

After turning a demon inside out on the battlefield, I learn that I’m a new breed of queen. Like my best friend, Ayla, I’m the perfect combination of shifter and witch. I just have no idea how to use my new powers. My panther isn’t the same either. There’s a lot to adjust to, but I don’t have any time to think about adjusting. Ayla, Caleb, Malcolm, and I have gone off to Ireland in search of answers. Answers about the prophecy, about the mysterious force that saved Malick during that final battle, about how Kelly, Darcy, and I are suddenly queens like Ayla and her sisters, but most importantly, about Ayla’s sisters and where they’re hidden. I’ve got so much on my plate that you would think the last thing I want to deal with is a temperamental mate, and you’d be right. I knew the instant I changed on the battlefield that Malcolm is my mate. He’s claiming that he’s giving me time because of all the changes that I’ve gone through lately, but I think that’s a load of crap. I’m determined to make him see that I don’t need time when it comes to claiming him. He does have a small point, though. There are so many different puzzle pieces that we have no idea how they all connect. We’re going to need to put those pieces together quickly if we want to survive. Malick is back, but he isn’t alone. And Malick turns out not to be the threat we originally thought he was. The goddesses had told Ayla that there was someone out there worse than he is, and they weren’t kidding. What we learn about those seven beings is terrifying. If all the gods and goddesses couldn’t kill them, how the hell are we supposed to?

A Court of Wings and Ruin

A Court of Wings and Ruin
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 739
Release: 2018-05
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1619635208

Sarah J. Maas hit the New York Times SERIES list at #1 with A Court of Wings and Ruin!

The War of the Crowns

The War of the Crowns
Author: Christian Jacq
Publisher:
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2006
Genre: Egypt
ISBN: 9781846328336

17th century BC: The barbaric Hyksos have taken possession of the whole of Egypt, imposing their harsh rule with unimaginable cruelty. Only Queen Ahhotep has yet to succumb. Not far from Thebes, the only city which retains its independence, she has established a secret military base to train the soldiers who will one day set her country free. Even when her husband is killed, the Queen refuses to give in, turning instead to her eldest son, Kames, who must learn to take his father's place. Heading an increasingly powerful army, Ahhotep steals victory after victory. From south to north, the Egyptians begin to regroup, becoming stronger by the day - and the occupying forces no longer seem quite so invincible. Unless Queen Ahhotep and her followers are being lured into the most elaborate of traps...