She’s fought death and won. But how can she fight her fears?
Avry knows hardship and trouble. She fought the plague and survived. She took on King Tohon and defeated him. But now her heart-mate, Kerrick, is missing, and Avry fears he’s gone forever.
But there’s a more immediate threat. The Skeleton King plots to claim the Fifteen Realms for his own. With armies in disarray and the dead not staying down, Avry’s healing powers are needed now more than ever.
Torn between love and loyalty, Avry must choose her path carefully. For the future of her world depends on her decision….
Praise for New York Times bestselling author
“The action in this book is non-stop, with many twists and turns to keep the reader guessing about what’s in store on the next page.”
—Examiner.com on Scent of Magic
“Filled with Snyder’s trademark sarcastic humor, fast-paced action and creepy villainy, Touch of Power is a spellbinding romantic adventure that will leave readers salivating for the next book in the series.”
—USA TODAY
“The descriptions are vivid and draw you
into the rugged journey across the mountains.
You’ll want to follow their voyage into the next book.”
—RT Book Reviews on Touch of Power
“This is one of those rare books
that will keep readers dreaming long after they’ve read it.”
—Publishers Weekly on Poison Study, starred review
“Snyder delivers another excellent adventure.”
—Publishers Weekly on Fire Study
“A compelling new fantasy series.”
—SFX magazine on Sea Glass
Also by New York Times bestselling author Maria V. Snyder
from MIRA BOOKS
Avry of Kazan series
TOUCH OF POWER
SCENT OF MAGIC
TASTE OF DARKNESS
from MIRA INK
The Chronicles of IXIA
POISON STUDY
MAGIC STUDY
FIRE STUDY
STORM GLASS
SEA GLASS
SPY GLASS
Inside Series
INSIDE OUT
OUTSIDE IN
www.mirabooks.co.uk/mariavsnyder
Taste of
Darkness
Maria V. Snyder
For my father—a perpetual tinkerer, who showed me the benefits
of hard work and persistence. It took me a while to catch on,
but I eventually “got” it. Thanks, Pop!
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