A River Enchanted: The magical Sunday Times number 1 bestseller: Book 1 (Elements of Cadence)

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Let them,” Adaira said. “Let them be appalled, let them talk. Let them say whatever they want, it will soon fade, I promise you. And when it fades…it will be you and me and the truth. And that is all that matters in the end.” A complex exploration of nature, family, and what the idea of home means, there’s plenty to love here, and much to build upon in the Cadence duology’s forthcoming second half.”— Paste Magazine Torin began to fold the plaid, in the same way he liked to fold his own. He brought it behind her, then across her chest before cinching it in place at her right shoulder.

Vividly imagined . . . This will appeal to lovers of fantasy from Name of the Windto the Earthsea series.” — Publishers Weekly It is also mentioned throughout that some married partners take a blood vow, where palms are cut and then fastened together.

With this vividly imagined, Scottish-inspired mythic fantasy, Ross makes her adult fantasy debut...Ross puts a faith-based spin on the familiar elemental magic system and infuses her richly drawn world with dangerous spirits, while raising thoughtful questions about spirituality, morality, man's relationship with nature, and the meaning of home." - Publishers Weekly Delightfully atmospheric, this compelling first book in a new fantasy series makes for a perfect rainy day read." — Buzzfeed Gods, he thought with a sharp intake. He needed to smother this feeling now, before it unfurled and grew wings.

Nevertheless, A River Enchanted is a charming adult debut full of magic, intrigue, and romance that is sure to appeal to readers who enjoy folkloric fantasy and myths. Rebecca Ross succeeds in weaving together themes of family, loyalty, and betrayal to create a believable world where fairies exist, ghosts occasionally offer parenting advice, and music has the power to reach the spirits. With lush worldbuilding and lyrical prose, A River Enchanted feels like the echo of a folktale from a world right next to our own.”— Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf

A River Enchanted

I tell myself I should remain guarded against you, even as we are fastened together. And yet another side of me believes that you and I could make something of this arrangement. That you and I are complements, that we are made to clash and sharpen each other like iron. That you and I will stay bound together by that which is nameless and runs deeper than vows, until the very end, when the isle takes my bones into the ground and my name is nothing but memory carved into a headstone.” It renewed his hope, and he sat at the table before his knees gave out. His gaze snagged on a pie, whose center had been eaten away in a perfect circle, the spoon still in the dish. He pointed to the gaping hole, brow arched. She closed her eyes beneath his caress. When his hand eased away, she looked at him and whispered, “Does that mean we cannot exist as one?”

Rebecca Ross writes fantasy novels for teens and adults. She lives in the Appalachian foothills of Northeast Georgia with her husband, a lively Australian Shepherd, and an endless pile of books. When not writing, she can be found reading or in her garden, where she grows wildflowers and story ideas. House of Earth and Bloodmeets The Witch’s Heartin Rebecca Ross’s brilliant first adult fantasy, set on the magical isle of Cadence where two childhood enemies must team up to discover why girls are going missingfrom their clan. As with every book I release into the wild, I know it won’t be for everyone. But if you feel like this story was written just for you…I can assure you, it was indeed. And I’m so happy the stars aligned and that this book found you. In the meantime, I hope you will find your place, wherever you are. Even in the silence, I hope you will find the words you need to share.”Vividly imagined . . . This will appeal to lovers of fantasy from Name of the Windto the Earthsea series.”— Publishers Weekly Rebecca Ross is the #1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of fantasy books for teens and adults.