The Wraiths of Arjun - Cotta, Stephanie

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Résumé :
Tribute Day has come. For a century, the Kingdom of Mestria has oppressed the people of Arjun. Those who cannot pay the brutal tax suffer a grim fate: enslavement, conscription, or imprisonment. As an Iron Baron, Rowan wants nothing more than to shield his tenants from the Mestrians' wrath and get through the tribute unscathed. But when he defies the Mestrian Enforcer who rules Arjun with an iron fist, Rowan learns that his actions have dire consequences for everyone around him. Tahira yearns to explore the ancient magic that courses through her veins. Yet in her quest to hone her conjuring abilities, a secret she's kept from Rowan, she risks losing his affection if her deception is exposed. Akaran, the wealthiest Iron Baron in Arjun, detests the Mestrians' tyranny. After the Enforcer levies a hefty tax on Akaran's estate, he makes a fateful decision, thereby signing his own death warrant. Only a handfast partnership with the devious but charming Marah can save his lands from falling into Mestrian hands. When the Enforcer unleashes his savagery, Rowan and Akaran join forces in a daring plan to revive the legend of the Wraiths and rebel against the Mestrian regime. But beneath their iron masks lies a haunting truth: if the uprising fails, they will all face the hangman's noose-or worse.

Biographie:
Stephanie Cotta writes epic fantasy and is the award-winning author of the young adult fantasy novels The Conjurer's Curse and The Wraiths of Arjun. An editor, proofreader, and illustrator, Stephanie's world revolves around books and storytelling. Her love for Sci-Fi/Fantasy began after discovering Star Wars and Narnia at a young age. She loves crafting stories of hope amid impossible odds and creating realistic characters who inspire readers to discover their inner strength. Stephanie co-hosts the fantasy-centered podcast The Ink Mages, where she shares writing tips and interviews fellow fantasy authors. As an illustrator, she has published one picture book, The Mountain of Gold.Stephanie lives in beautiful Southern Oregon with her husband, their two children, two corgis, and a tabby cat. When she's not writing, she enjoys archery, reading, painting, playing immersive RPGs, and hiking with her family.Learn more about Stephanie and her books by visiting www.sdaniellacotta.com....

Sommaire:
Tribute Day has come. For a century, the Kingdom of Mestria has oppressed the people of Arjun. Those who cannot pay the brutal tax suffer a grim fate: enslavement, conscription, or imprisonment. As an Iron Baron, Rowan wants nothing more than to shield his tenants from the Mestrians' wrath and get through the tribute unscathed. But when he defies the Mestrian Enforcer who rules Arjun with an iron fist, Rowan learns that his actions have dire consequences for everyone around him. Tahira yearns to explore the ancient magic that courses through her veins. Yet in her quest to hone her conjuring abilities, a secret she's kept from Rowan, she risks losing his affection if her deception is exposed. Akaran, the wealthiest Iron Baron in Arjun, detests the Mestrians' tyranny. After the Enforcer levies a hefty tax on Akaran's estate, he makes a fateful decision, thereby signing his own death warrant. Only a handfast partnership with the devious but charming Marah can save his lands from falling into Mestrian hands. When the Enforcer unleashes his savagery, Rowan and Akaran join forces in a daring plan to revive the legend of the Wraiths and rebel against the Mestrian regime. But beneath their iron masks lies a haunting truth: if the uprising fails, they will all face the hangman's noose-or worse....