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Name: Lady-Protector
Rating: 4 (2 reviews)
Author: L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

The bloody coup that installs Mykella as ruler of the nation of Corus leaves her and her two sisters without family and with uncertain allies. Facing a destructive invasion and the challenge of rebuilding a battered nation, Mykella turns to a surprising magical ability to read emotions and spy on enemies—yet the resurgence of this power may awaken an ancient foe she is unsure how to confront.

First publish date: 2011

Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy

Authors: L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

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