#thequeenofblood

[hiddenbookparadise-blog]

“The Queen of Blood” by Sarah Beth Durst

[literary-faery]

“Whether you made your choices with your eyes open or closed, they’re made. It’s not time to regret them; it’s time to live with the consequences.” - @sarahbethdurst #TheQueenofBlood #QueensofRenthia 🌿🌳🌿 #LiteraryQOTD - Who are some of your favorite masterful fantasy world-building authors? 🌿🌳🌿 I absolutely love the world of Renthia! The first thing that struck me when I began the Queens of Renthia series was the delightful--and blessedly familiar--Hogwarts-esque atmosphere of the Northeast Academy and the relationship amongst the candidates. It was that genuine feel of belonging that just really touched my soul. I really loved the aesthetic of Aratay in particular—a collection of villages nestled in the canopy of an ancient forest, complete with mystical spirits who want nothing more than to murder, but are fascinating nonetheless. It became very apparent as I read that Durst is extremely well-read--in the fantasy genre especially--and it is glaringly clear that her knowledge lends itself so well to this story. I think that is a prime reason I enjoyed these books so very much: she compounds upon quintessential fantasy elements without being derivative. The intricate world building is reminiscent of my other favorites: Tolkien and Lewis and Martin. More people should get into these books! 🌿🌳🌿 🏷⏰ - Thank you to @marasfoldedpages for tagging me in the #flexibooktag • Can you read a book in one sitting? Yes but it depends on where I am, how much time I have, and how interesting the book is! • When did you get into reading? Early on in elementary school, when I first picked up Harry Potter. • Do you read comics or mangas? Comics yes, but I have not yet tried reading a manga! Any recommendations?? • • • #goodwinsgoodreads #books #bookstagram #booksofinstagram #instabooks #readersofinstagram #igreads #igbooks #currentlyreading #amreading #booklover #goodreads #booknerd #bookaddict #bookaholic #bibliophile #bookcommunity #bookporn #bookblogger #bookphotography #booklove #bookdragon #booknerdigans #ipreview via @preview.app https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxx4QhqgtHn/?igshid=ed6ilmxn8yml

[beautybookcorner]

“Don't trust the fire, for it will burn you. Don't trust the ice, for it will freeze you. Don't trust the water, for it will drown you. Don't trust the air, for it will choke you. Don't trust the earth, for it will bury you. Don't trust the trees, for they will rip you, rend you, tear you, kill you dead.” – Queen of Blood, @sarahbethdurst . If you are looking for a fantasy that is a little different, I recommend The Queen of Blood. Even though the plot was a bit slow (which I don’t mind), it didn’t feel like it. I found myself wanting to know what was going to happen next. Full review is up! I will definitely be reading book 2 soon as I have it already waiting on my shelf. 😄 . Buddy read with the lovely @bookish.botanist. . . . . #bookstagram #fantasybooks #thequeenofblood #sarahbethdurst #thequeensofrenthia #bookreview #yafantasy #yabooks #magic #witches #bookworm #booknerd #bookquotes #bookcover #bookreviewer #bookblogger #beautybookcorner #buddyread #unreadshelfproject2019 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bto5UASnFH-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=n2inxbnaarsf

[readingaftermidnight]

Working on my review notes for this beautiful series, while waiting (not so) patiently for the 3rd book to come out. If you’re sick and tired of clichés and recycled fantasy storylines, this beauty might be the right pick for you too. To be honest, it was pure luck that I stumbled upon it and I have no idea why isn’t it more popular. 🤔 Synopsis: Everything has a spirit - the willow tree with leaves that kiss the pond, the stream that feeds the river, the wind that exhales fresh snow... But the spirits that reside within this land want to rid it of all humans. An idealistic young student and a banished warrior become allies in a battle to save their realm in this first book of a mesmerizing epic fantasy series, filled with political intrigue, violent magic, malevolent spirits, and thrilling adventure [...] “Don't trust the fire, for it will burn you. Don't trust the ice, for it will freeze you. Don't trust the water, for it will drown you. Don't trust the air, for it will choke you. Don't trust the earth, for it will bury you. Don't trust the trees, for they will rip you, rend you, tear you, kill you dead.” #thequeensofrenthia #thequeenofblood #thereluctantqueen #thequeenofsorrow #sarahbethdurst #recommended #books #yafantasy

[pleasantlygloriousstrawberry]

Not bad at all. I give it a solid 4. The world is absolutely ingenious and breathtaking. The story was a little cliche but with some twists and sadness added throughout. It was what I expected but not at the same time. Amazing universe though, absolutely mind bending and beautiful. #bookwormlife #YAforlife #sarahbethdurst #thequeenofblood I will definitely be checking out #thereluctantqueen

[itsbeautyandthebookshelf]

"Who shot that arrow in your throat? Who missed the crimson apple? It hung heavy on the tree above your head. This chaos, this calamity, this garden once was perfect, Give your immortality to me; I'll set you up against the stars." /// Hidey-ho, readeers! I'm at that point where I'm trying to decide if I really want to reread ACOTAR and ACOMAF before ACOWAR (and I really really do), because to do so would most likely mean not reading ACOWAR ASAP (which I really really do not want). I need some black magic, witchcraft, voodoo, and BOB THE BUILDER juju--but instead of "CAN HE BUILD IT?" it's "CAN RACHEL READ IT (ALL AND ON TIME)?" (Yes she can?) #bookstagram #bookgram #booknerdigans #booknerd #bookish #instabook #igreads #epicreads #bookstagramfeature #bookishfeatures #bookishglee #violetfeatures #booksandnature #booksoutofdoors #bookstagrammer #libraryofbookstagram #libraryofinstagram #pnw #thequeenofblood #sarahbethdurst #thesleepingprince #melindasalisbury #thebitterkingdom #raecarson #HECTOOOOOOOOORRRRR #antlersaremyaesthetic #arenttheyeveryones #iuseantlersinallofmydecorating #finegastonyoutoo #shirtsaremadeforaesthetics (at Prince & Queen)

[tashasbookaddiction]

Guess what I'm starting tomorrow..... The Queen of Blood👌. I hope it's good📖👀! • • #bookstagram #booknerd #bookphotography #books #book #bookporn #bookpost #bookish #bookaholic #bookworm #bookaddict #booklover #bookhoarder #bookcover #instabook #bookblog #booklove #bibliophile #bookblogger #bookreviewer #blog #blogger #YA #gold #thequeenofblood #currentread #currentlyreading #goodreads #reader #instaread #igreads (at Toronto, Ontario)

[whatanerdgirlsays]

Book Review: The Queen of Blood by Sarah Beth Durst

Book Review: The Queen of Blood by Sarah Beth Durst ~~~ @sarahbethdurst #bookreview #spoilerfree #thequeenofblood #sarahbethdurst

An idealistic young student and a banished warrior become allies in a battle to save their realm in this first book of a mesmerizing epic fantasy series, filled with political intrigue, violent magic, malevolent spirits, and thrilling adventure

Everything has a spirit: the willow tree with leaves that kiss the pond, the stream that feeds the river, the wind that exhales fresh snow . . .

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[thequeenofblood]

Lipsticksandpills——> thequeenofblood

[leavingourpapertrail]

Some of this weeks awesome new releases! What new book are you most excited for?! 📚 • #ashadowbrightandburning #asbab #jessicacluess #stealingsnow #daniellepaige #threedarkcrowns #kendareblake #metaltown #kristensimmons #vassainthenight #vassa #sarahporter #thequeenofblood #sarahbethdurst #yalit #yaliterature #yalovin #bookstagram #bookish #bibliophile #booknerd

[hiddenbookparadise-blog]

I liked "The Queen of Blood" by Sarah Beth Durst very much, especially the great world building, and I hope the second book won't disappoint me. ☄ • #book#bookstagram#bookaholic#bookaddict#booknerd#bibliophile#thequeenofblood#thequeensofrenthia#sarahbethdurst

[pleasantlygloriousstrawberry]

Jk now I'm all the way in. #kickfateintheface #thequeenofblood #sarahbethdurst #YAforlife #bookwormlife

[pleasantlygloriousstrawberry]

Starting out a little scary/weird/paranoid... #sarahbethdurst #thequeenofblood

[pleasantlygloriousstrawberry]

Some days your coworkers have extra chocolate AND you get to start a pretty new book!! #bookwormlife #YAforlife #sarahbethdurst #thequeenofblood #queensofrenthia #dayislookingup

[tashasbookaddiction]

(She so evil, why would she do that😕). • If you have read The Queen of Blood or are reading it at the moment, then you know what I mean when I say that🙈🙊. I'm shocked! • • @bookoutlet #bookstagram #booknerd #bookphotography #books #book #bookpost #bookish #bookaholic #bookworm #bookaddict #booklover #bookcover #instabook #bookblog #booklove #bibliophile #bookblogger #bookreviewer #blog #blogger #ipad #goodreads #thequeenofblood #reader #instaread #igreads #currentread #currentlyreading #BookoutletAmReading (at Toronto, Ontario)

[tashasbookaddiction]

My goal for the next 21 days is to read/finish these books📚👌. (because I have the audiobooks loaned for only 21 days🙈). • PS. Say hi to Dobby👋 (why isn't there a sock emoji😑) • • #bookstagram #booknerd #bookphotography #books #book #bookporn #bookpost #bookish #bookaholic #bookworm #bookaddict #booklover #bookhoarder #bookcover #instabook #bookblog #booklove #bookcommunity #bibliophile #bookblogger #bookreviewer #blog #blogger #YA #youngadult #thequeenofblood #hexed #antigoddess #goodreads (at Toronto, Ontario)