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"Phoenix and Ashes," the third installment of the Elemental Masters series, reimagines the classic Cinderella tale with a unique wartime twist. An intelligent Englishwoman, enslaved by her wicked stepmother, discovers hope when a scarred World War I pilot—noble by birth—arrives. His mystical control over the elements becomes crucial in their fight for freedom and justice. The novel blends fantasy, witchcraft, and the harsh reality of war to explore resilience and agency in an unexpected genre crossover.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Mercedes Lackey
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