{"product_id":"stardust-in-their-veins-following-the-dramatic-and-deadly-events-of-castles-in-their-bones-9781529373042","title":"Stardust in their Veins: Following the dramatic and deadly events of Castles in Their Bones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIn the second book of the Castles in their Bones series, Princesses Daphne, Beatriz, and Sophronia have trained their entire lives to bring down nations, but their mother, Empress Margaraux of Bessemia, is determined to rule the continent of Vesteria. Sent to their new kingdoms, the princesses have found their own paths, changing the course of their mother's plans and tragically losing Sophronia. Daphne and Beatriz are determined to avenge her, but their mother will do anything to keep them under her thumb. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 576 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 07 February 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hodder \u0026amp; Stoughton\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImmerse yourself in the captivating world of the Castles in their Bones series, the second installment from the New York Times bestselling author of the Ash Princess series. Prepare to be swept away by a tale that seamlessly blends magic, romance, and adventure, leaving you on the edge of your seat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBooklist has praised this page-turner as a \"seduction. Conquest. The Crown.\" Princesses Daphne, Beatriz, and Sophronia have dedicated their entire lives to one ultimate goal: to bring down nations. Their mother, Empress Margaraux of Bessemia, is determined to conquer the continent of Vesteria, and her daughters are her formidable weapons. Since birth, they have been promised in marriage, serving as both her ticket across enemy lines and her decoys. However, even the powerful Empress Margaraux cannot control the fates that lie before her.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSent to their new kingdoms, with orders in hand, the princesses have embarked on their own paths, altering their mother's grand plans in tragic ways. Sophronia, driven by love, sacrificed her life for a greater cause. Daphne and Beatriz, torn between grief and revenge, are determined to avenge their sister's loss. Despite being separated by a continent and their mother's deceitful lies, they gradually realize the true power that courses through their veins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir mother will stop at nothing to keep them under her control, even if it means resorting to murder. As the stars whisper of impending danger, Daphne and Beatriz begin to grasp the extent of their abilities. They are aware that their mother will stop at nothing to keep them in her grasp, and they must prepare for the ultimate battle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this captivating series, author Laura Sebastian masterfully weaves the story together with a firm grip on pacing and worldbuilding. She skillfully places twists and turns throughout, ensuring that characters leave their assigned countries and embark on unexpected journeys. The worldbuilding is rich, clearly defined, and easy to follow, captivating readers from the very first page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFans of Victoria Aveyard and Sabaa Tahir will find much to enjoy in this series, which is sure to leave you eagerly anticipating the next installment. So, grab your copy of Stardust in their Veins and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the Castles in their Bones series. Prepare to be transported to a realm where magic, romance, and adventure collide, and where the fate of nations rests in the hands of these extraordinary princesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 832g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 164 x 243 x 50 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781529373042\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laura Sebastian","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44097600487674,"sku":"9781529373042","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1676037814098_book.jpg?v=1676565523","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/stardust-in-their-veins-following-the-dramatic-and-deadly-events-of-castles-in-their-bones-9781529373042","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}