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The Inadequate Heir

By: Danielle L. Jensen
Narrated by: Summer Morton, Michael Pauley
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Publisher's Summary

Return to the world of The Bridge Kingdom in this sensuous fantasy full of romance and intrigue that is perfect for fans of From Blood and Ash and A Court of Silver Flames.

A soldier raised as heir to an empire, Zarrah is motivated by two truths. The first is that the Veliant family murdered her mother. And the second is that her pursuit of vengeance will put every last one of them in their graves.

The Endless War between Maridrina and Valcotta has raged for generations, leaving thousands of Zarrah’s people dead and countless more orphaned. So when she’s given command of the contested city of Nerastis, Zarrah is prepared to do whatever it takes to destroy the Maridrinian forces who oppose her. And to kill the Veliant prince who leads them.

Yet a chance encounter with an anonymous, and handsome, Maridrinian causes Zarrah to question whether the violence she’s perpetrated is justice or a crime. And as she continues to meet the nameless man each night, she finds common ground - and fiery passion - in his arms.

But when identities are revealed, Zarrah must decide whether to embrace a chance at peace...or march to the drums of war. 

©2021 Danielle L. Jensen (P)2021 Audible Originals, LLC.

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A very satisfying POV from Keris & Zarrah weaving together their tale of romance.

I really love Danielle Jensen as an author and have read all of her stories ❤️

Look forward to her next book in The Bridge Kingdom world 😍

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Ok yes I’m here for Danielle Jensen!

I did enjoy the bridge kingdom, but it wasn’t my fave series, it lacked some of the spice and intelligence that I get from other series. This one was much more my vibe. I didn’t think I would like the characters but I did. You can really tell Danielle is developing her writing and I anticipate each book to get better and better, she’s one to watch for sure.
Also the narrators do an excellent job on this one, and I like how there’s some production on it, sound bites really make the difference to the atmosphere and I wish they would be used more on audible.
Overall, if you enjoyed her other works, you will love this. If you haven’t read her yet, this would be where I would start, even though it runs parallel to the initial series. Loved it.

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Best Audio book of the year

I love this series and this edition was no different. + the performance and sound effects are just fantastic!

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The males voice put me off

The narration of Michael was almost robotic.. it put me off the story TBH.. I’m 7 chapters in but I may just buy the book and read it instead of listening to it.

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Exerlant

I hope this not the last book! l will be extermely unhappy if it was. I love this series that much & want much more. 3 Books will NEVET BE ENOUGH!!!!

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A decent book in a decent series.

I would like a little more emotionally climatic scenes as a payoff, but what we get feels real and stasfying.

The story and characters around them feel well-developed. The war planning, politics, and landacape are interesting. Nothing feels like an afterthought.

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AMAZING

This is not the last book in the series!! This is however a new romance with the same war and settings. This is the forbidden romance between Zarrah and Kerris and their amazing story about both how they met, but also, how they overcame their upbringings to trust each other. Like I said before, this is not the last book in the series and does end on a cliffhanger which definitely leaves you wanting to read the next book as soon as possible… but you can’t!! I am so annoyed that the next book is not out yet to continue seamlessly with the story of Zarrah and Kerris. I do look forward to it though. Again, if you have gotten this far into the series, I would definitely recommend this book. I hope you find you love it just as much as the others. Enjoy!

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Bring on book 4 🥺🤩🥰

Wow …
Excellent follow on from book 2 ,
It wasn’t until 1/3 of the way through,
that it hit me … I know where I am !
OMG ………
Wish I could go straight to book 4
Thank you Danielle Jensen … 💥

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Amazing book

I’ve read book 1 and 2 prior to this book and It’s amazing books. Narrator was good to hear entertains me while doing my routine work. Thanks for the brilliant thoughts and logic of the author. I loved it 💕.

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Can’t wait for the 4th in the series

This is the 3rd book in the series. A mixture of steamy romance, war, violence and suspense.

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