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Splintered Kingdom

By: Gretchen Powell Fox
Narrated by: Dan Calley, Tyla Collier, Stephanie Németh-Parker
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The second book in an epic romantic fantasy series, Splintered Kingdom combines dark fantasy romance, high-stakes magical trials, and the intense bond between a tormented fae hero and the human who may be their kingdom’s last hope. Perfect for fans of Carissa Broadbent, Helen B. Scheuerer, Raven Kennedy, Leigh Bardugo, and Sarah J. Maas.

Tame her wild. Fan his flame.
Lord of the Rings meets Anastasia in this epic dark fantasy romance, the second book in the Shattered Crown trilogy and the sequel to Smoke and Scar.

A Burgeoning Peace
Two realms sit on the edge—not only of the physical chasms that divide them, but of the fragile truce forged between Arcanians and humans in the wake of the Arcane Crucible.

A Shadow Unleashed
Elyria Lightbreaker may have survived the Celestial Sanctum, but she remains haunted by all that occurred, all that she did, within. Determined to reclaim the Crown of Concord and unmask the dark sorcerer behind its theft, she must master her own inner darkness if she’s to survive the journey ahead—and untangle the dangerous feelings pulling her toward Cedric.

A Victor Unmoored
Cedric Thorne sacrificed everything to conquer the trials. Now, burdened by a power he cannot control and truths he refuses to face, he finds himself in a kingdom splintering beneath the surface—and bound to Elyria by something he cannot, will not, sever. But some secrets are meant to stay buried and uncovering them could be the key to lasting peace...or the spark that ends it.

A Bond Reforged
As twin victors of the Crucible, Elyria, and Cedric soon learn there are many roles they must play in the pursuit of a new Arcanis. With enemies lurking in plain sight, they will have to fight with a whole new array of weapons, all the while trying to understand the bond that thrums between them: reforged, rekindled, renewed.

Now the real game begins.

Content note: This book contains strong language, adult themes, and open door spice, and is thus recommended for listeners above the age of eighteen.
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Shadow and Son By: Gretchen Powell Fox
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Splintered Kingdom is the second book in the Shattered Crown series and it is absolutely fantastic.

I received this book as an ARC and I was a little behind in my reading, which meant it released into the world as I finished book one. I feel a tiny bit sorry for my delay, but I am also not sorry at all because I was able to buy the audiobook as well. The combination of reading and listening added so much depth to the experience. Dan Calley, Tyla Collier, and Stephanie Németh-Parker were incredible and brought so much life, warmth, and emotion to every moment.

This story picks up after the events of book one as Elyria and Cedric return to their own kingdoms and begin navigating their roles as victors while plans are made to recover the stolen crown. Even though they start out apart, it does not take long before their paths cross again and their connection grows in new and compelling ways.

Book two delivered all the romance I had been hoping for, woven through travel, danger, and a search for truth. I also loved the moments where both Elyria and Cedric were driven by the same need for answers. It created a sense of shared purpose that felt very natural for their journey.

It was wonderful to be reunited with the characters I connected with in book one and to meet new ones along the way. As Elyria and Cedric draw closer to the answers they seek, the story expands with emotion, loss, courage, and the fight to survive.

This book was everything a follow up should be and more. I loved being back in this world, surrounded by the magic, the characters, and the intensity of their journey. The emotions and adrenaline were palpable and I could not stop reading until the final page, where another twist left me eager for book three. Now begins the long wait.

Splintered Kingdom is absolutely fantastic!

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