A tale of two girls who make no apologies for who they are or who they love – and lead with fierce attitudes but soft hearts. Nation said: “This book is very much the story that I’ve always wanted to tell, but never thought I’d have the chance.

And the answers might unravel the very world she’s come to know.” But Ashes also happens to be the only person that can help her discover the truth. A dark witch with the power to destroy Sapphire’s life and kingdom. And so her life begins as the heir to the throne of a country she doesn’t understand - a country ruled by magic and secrets. The synopsis continues: “But what is left of her kingdom? Sapphire finds herself in Eriobis with a crown, a castle and too many handmaidens to count. The book begins with the return of the princess, 18 years after her disappearance. Her experience of writing the book has been documented on her TikTok channel which has seen her quickly amass over 75,000 followers. Nation said she created the story to fulfil her own desire to see queer romances as the central storyline in fantasy novels. Packed with BookTok’s favourite tropes, from slow burn romance to jaw-dropping reveals, The Shattered Lands is perfect for young adults hungry for their next fantasy fix.” Readers can expect plenty of ‘dagger to neck’ romance, ambitious worldbuilding and page-turning twists in this fast-paced fantasy. The publisher said: “ The Shattered Lands is a sapphic fantasy blending the mysticism of Her Majesty’s Royal Coven (HarperVoyager) and the enemies-to-lovers romance of The Cruel Prince (Hot Key Books). Penguin will publish the book on 16th March 2023. Penguin has bagged a “compelling sapphic YA fantasy” from rising TikTok star Brenna Nation.Ĭharlotte Moore, commissioning editor, acquired world rights to The Shattered Lands directly from the author.

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