A Queen of Thieves & Chaos by K.A. Tucker Series: Fate & Flame, #3, #3
Genres: Fantasy
Publication Date: September 5, 2023
Pages: 606
Also in this series: A Curse of Blood & Stone
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From internationally bestselling author K.A. Tucker comes the third novel in her Fate and Flame series, an adult fantasy novel that should be read in series order.
"You betrayed your brother to steal a broken crown."
The kingdom stands on the brink of chaos. Atticus' grip on the realm is faltering, and as threats arise ever closer to home he is driven to increasingly desperate acts to hold onto power.
With Islor's fate now in the balance, Zander stands to defend the Rift from the oncoming Ybarisan army. With the king's forces scattered, he must risk unlikely new alliances.
And behind the walls of Ulysede, secrets wait for its new queen. Romeria knows that the paths of the hidden city will lead her to answers. But will they be enough to save the realm – or is their fate already sealed?
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A lot happens in this third book that moves the storyline forward (to what I think is the conclusion). Told in alternating POVs, readers get insight from all sides of the upcoming war. The only question is, who exactly is everyone fighting against. KA Tucker weaves a complex story that challenges readers to keep up with what’s going on because you never know who is friend or foe (or who might flip).
A few thoughts…
Zander and Romeria: I wish we had more private time with these two. But I understood why they spent so much time apart. They both needed the distance for Romy to grown and for Zander to let her do that.
Atticus and Gracen: I didn’t want to change how I felt about Atticus, but Gracen is changing that. She brings out his vulnerability and makes him likable. I’m not sure how this coupling will play out (especially given what happens at the end) but I’m hoping they get a chance to explore this. Gracen deserves to have someone value her the way Atticus seemed to.
Jarek and Romeria: The hate between them was a thing, but their relationship has changed and I adore how this surly warrior will now do anything for his queen. Their banter is perfection.
Book 4 comes out next summer. It’s going to be a long wait, but I can’t wait to see what happens when the nymphs come back and the creatures from the nulling start slithering out.
About K.A. Tucker
Born in small-town Ontario, K.A. Tucker published her first book at the age of six with the help of her elementary school librarian and a box of crayons. She currently resides in a quaint town outside of Toronto with her husband, two beautiful girls, and an exhausting brood of four-legged creatures.
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