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Book: The Vanished Queen

Author: Lisbeth Campbell

Book Series: Standalone

Diversity: bisexual rep!

Rating: 3/5

Recommended For...: Fantasy, court intrigue, mystery

Publication Date: August 18, 2020

Publisher: Saga Press

Pages: 496

Recommended Age: can't recommend dnf-ed

Synopsis: When a country is held in thrall to a vicious, despotic king, it’s up to one woman to take him down.

Long ago, Queen Mirantha vanished. King Karolje claimed it was an assassination by a neighboring king, but everyone knew it was a lie. He had Disappeared her himself.

But after finding the missing queen’s diary, Anza—impassioned by her father’s unjust execution and inspired by Mirantha’s words—joins the resistance group to overthrow the king. When an encounter with Prince Esvar thrusts her into a dangerous game of court politics, one misstep could lead to a fate worse than death.

Esvar is the second son to an evil king. Trapped under his thumb and desperate for a way out, a chance meeting with Anza gives him the opportunity to join the resistance. Together, they might have the leverage to move against the king—but if they fail, their deaths could mean a total loss of freedom for generations to follow.

Review: Unfortunately I had to dnf this one at 33%. The story was good and I liked it but it just wasn't grabbing my attention. Maybe another time will be better for me. Also, this book has a bi rep!

Verdict: Not for me at the moment but maybe for you!