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Book: Breaking Eselda

Author: Tabatha Shipley

Book Series: A Kingdom of Fraun Book 1

Rating: 4/5

Publication Date: April 9, 2018

Genre: Fantasy

Recommended Age: 16+ (romance, slight sexual content, slight violence and gore)

Publisher: Lulu

Pages: 304

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Synopsis: Strength, humility, speed, mirth, and wisdom are perfectly balanced in the kingdom or Fraun where council leaders make decisions in the best interest of all Fraunians. Meanwhile, young Princess Eselda is being groomed to eventually take the throne of Enchenda. But as her reign draws closer and long-held secrets are revealed, she realizes that her title comes with challenges she never imagined.

After Eselda hears the council has been withholding valuable information about age markers that only affect those born of royal blood, she is horrified to learn that she will soon become malicious, power hungry, and lustful. As she struggled to accept her destiny, Eselda is overwhelmed with fear. Still, she must face her future, one way or the other. There are rulers who will kill to keep these secrets hidden; and rulers who will kill to change the council. What kind of ruler will Eselda be?

In this fantasy fale, a young princess must overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges as she prepaes to take the throne of a kingdom in turmoil.

Review: I thought this was a great book! The characters were well developed, the world was well built, and the details of this book were excellent! The book was also well paced and the plot was intriguing from start to finish. This was a light and easy read!

However, the writing was a bit stiff and there was a bit more telling than showing, but it was still pretty good!

Verdict: It was good!