Livia Blackburne Bücher

Band 2 der neuen Reihe "The-Queen's Council„ - Mulan erhält Unterstützung durch den “Rat der Königinnen" Mulan brachte Ehre auf das Schlachtfeld. Jetzt kommt eine neue Art von Herausforderungen ... Der Krieg ist vorbei. Jetzt ist Mulan eine berühmte Heldin und verbringt ihre Tage in ihrem Heimatdorf, wo sie eine Miliz aus weiblichen Kriegern ausbildet. Der Frieden ist willkommen, und sie weiß, dass er geschützt werden muss. Als Shang mit einer Einladung in die Kaiserstadt eintrifft, wird Mulans relativ friedliches Leben noch einmal auf den Kopf gestellt. Der alternde Kaiser verfügt, dass Mulan seine Thronfolgerin sein soll. Diese ungeahnte Macht und Verantwortung erschreckt sie, aber wer kann dem Kaiser schon Nein sagen? Als Mulan in die Hallen der Macht aufsteigt, wird ihr klar, dass nicht alle auf ihrer Seite stehen. Ihre Minister unterminieren sie, und die Hunnen wittern eine Schwäche auf dem Thron. Als selbst unter denjenigen, die sie für Freunde hält, Hinweise auf Verrat auftauchen, weiß Mulan nicht, wem sie vertrauen kann. Doch der Rat der Königinnen hilft Mulan, ihre wahre Bestimmung zu erkennen. Mit neuer Kraft und der Weisheit derer, die vor ihr kamen, wird Mulan sich ihre Macht zu eigen machen, ihr Land retten und einmal mehr beweisen, dass sie, ob mit Krone oder Helm, schon immer zur Anführerin bestimmt war. Diese wilde Neuinterpretation des Mädchens, das zur Kriegerin wurde, verbindet märchenhafte Überlieferungen und reale Geschichte mit einem Hauch von Disney.

A picture book about a young immigrant who stays connected to her grandmother through communication and love.

"The war is over. Now a renowned hero, Mulan spends her days in her home village, training a militia of female warriors. The peace is a welcome one, and she knows it must be protected.When Shang arrives with an invitation to the Imperial City, Mulan's relatively peaceful life is upended once more. The aging emperor decrees that Mulan will be his heir to the throne. Such unimagined power and responsibility terrifies her, but who can say no to the Emperor? As Mulan ascends into the halls of power, it becomes clear that not everyone is on her side. Her ministers undermine her, and the Huns sense a weakness in the throne. When hints of treachery appear even amongst those she considers friends, Mulan has no idea whom she can trust. But the Queen's Council helps Mulan uncover her true destiny. With renewed strength and the wisdom of those that came before her, Mulan will own her power, save her country, and prove once again that, crown or helmet, she was always meant to lead. This fierce reimagining of the girl who became a warrior blends fairy-tale lore and real history with a Disney twist."--Publisher.

"Mulan goes from a celebrated war hero to a reluctant Empress and must once again rise above expectations and prove she doesn't have to be anyone but herself to save China"--

The mission was a failure. Even though Zivah and Dineas discovered a secret that could bring down the empire, their information is useless without proof. Now, with their cover blown and their quest abandoned, their only remaining hope is to get home before Ampara brings the full might of its armies against their peoples. As Shidadi and Dara alike prepare for war, Zivah and Dineas grapple with the toll of their time in the capital. After fighting alongside the Amparans against his own kin, can Dineas convince the Shidadi-and himself-where his loyalties lie? After betraying her healer's vows in Sehmar City, can Zivah find a way to redeem herself-especially when the Dara ask her to do the unthinkable? And after reluctantly falling in love, what will the two do with their lingering feelings, now that the Dineas from Sehmar City is gone forever? Time is running out for all of them, but especially Zivah whose plague symptoms surface once again. Now, she must decide how she'll define the life she has left. Together, healer and warrior must find the courage to save their people, expose the truth, and face the devastating consequences headed their way.

"As tensions rise within Forge's Council, and vicious Demon Rider attacks continue in surrounding villages, Kyra knows she must do something to save her city. But she walks a dangerous line between opposing armies: will she be able to use her link to the Demon Riders for good, or will her Makvani blood prove to be deadly? Kyra and Tristam face their biggest battle yet as they grapple with changing allegiances, shocking deceit, and vengeful opponents"-- Provided by publisher

A healer who cannot be healed . . . When Zivah falls prey to the deadly rose plague, she knows it's only a matter of time before she fully succumbs. Now she's destined to live her last days in isolation, cut off from her people and unable to practice her art-until a threat to her village creates a need that only she can fill. A soldier shattered by war . . . Broken by torture at the hands of the Amparan Empire, Dineas thirsts for revenge against his captors. Now escaped and reunited with his tribe, he'll do anything to free them from Amparan rule-even if it means undertaking a plan that risks not only his life but his very self. Thrust together on a high-stakes mission to spy on the capital, the two couldn't be more different: Zivah, deeply committed to her vow of healing, and Dineas, yearning for vengeance. But as they grow closer, they must find common ground to protect those they love. And amidst the constant fear of discovery, the two grapple with a mutual attraction that could break both of their carefully guarded hearts. This smart, sweeping fantasy with a political edge and a slow-burning romance will capture fans of The Lumatere Chronicles and An Ember in the Ashes.

Growing up on Forge's streets has taught Kyra how to stretch a coin. But when the leader of the Assassins Guild offers Kyra a lucrative job, she hesitates, and can't quite resist his pull. Tristam of Brancel is a young Palace knight on a mission. After his best friend is brutally murdered by the Demon Riders, he vows to take them down. When a fateful raid throws Kyra and Tristam together, the two enemies realise that their best chance at survival - and vengeance - might be to join forces.

You've Got Mail gets a fresh YA twist in this irresistible rom-com that spotlights the power of activism and community organizing in the face of gentrification, perfect for fans of Tweet Cute and Yes No Maybe So. Clementine Chan believes in the power of the written word. Under the pseudonym Hibiscus, she runs a popular blog reviewing tea shops and discussing larger issues within her Chinatown community. She has a loyal, kind following, save for this one sour grape named BobaBoy888. Danny Mok is allergic to change, and the gentrification seeping into Chinatown breaks his heart. He channels his frustration into his internet alter ego, BobaBoy888, bickering with local blogger Hibiscus over all things Chinatown and tea. When a major corporation reveals plans that threaten to shut down the Mok's beloved tea shop, Clementine and Danny find themselves working together in real life to save this community they both love. But as they fall hard for this cause--and each other--they have no clue that their online personas have been fighting for years. When the truth comes to light, can Danny and Clementine still find their happily-ever-after?

In a world dominated by a crumbling Assassin's Guild, James, a highly skilled assassin, encounters Thalia, a captivating yet troubled dancer. She presents him with a dangerous proposition: to help her eliminate a powerful nobleman in exchange for a chance at freedom. As the Guild's power wanes, the stakes rise, and James must navigate treacherous alliances and the ever-present threat of death, where even the smallest error could lead to disastrous consequences.