
Yelena, a powerful magician and former poison taster, suddenly loses her abilities amid rising tensions between rival nations Ixia and Sitia.
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Yelena, a powerful magician and former poison taster, suddenly loses her abilities amid rising tensions between rival nations Ixia and Sitia.
New York Times bestselling author Maria V. Snyder wowed readers with Poison Study, the unforgettable story of poison taster Yelena. Now she’s back with a new tale of intrigue. Once, only her own life hung in the balance… Oddly enough, when Yelena was a poison taster, her life was simpler. But she’d survived to become a vital part of the balance of power between rival countries Ixia and Sitia. Now she uses her magic to keep the peace in both lands—and protect her relationship with Valek. Suddenly...
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Fade-to-black intimate scenes between main couple; some explicit descriptions and romantic tension recur.
Frequent graphic fight scenes, assassinations, and magical battles; flashbacks to brutal assassin training.
Occasional mild profanity and strong language in dialogue.
Brief mentions of poisons and magical substances; not glamorized.
No LGBTQIA+ representation.
No religious themes present.
Central fantasy magic system with spellcasting and rituals; not framed as real occult.
No evidence found in available sources.
Prominent themes of political intrigue, national rivalries, and power balances between countries.
No self-harm or suicide depicted.
Flashbacks depict harsh assassin training and cruelty; some systemic oppression in societies.
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