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Book SynopsisAs the two grow close, tension within the city ramps up, with danger, betrayal, and deception meeting Soraya everywhere she turns.
Friends become foes, adversaries become companions, and the clashing of classes threatens to unravel all the good Soraya has been trying to do.
Trade ReviewPraise for Dagger and Coin: — - “Rich in politics, intrigue, and betrayal, Dagger and Coin is a complex feminist fantasy featuring a tough and prickly ex-princess that I couldn’t help but adore.” — Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl From Everywhere “Soraya’s compelling narration [is] as thrilling as the betrayals, murders, and desperate gambits propelling the plot. A fine balance of political intrigue, relationship drama, and thoughtful characterization.” — Kirkus Reviews “MacMillan has created a complex, nuanced world. Strong female characters taking the lead in a fast-paced plot will appeal to fans of fantasy, mythology, and work by Kristin Cashore.” — School Library Journal Praise for Sword and Verse: — - “I was completely enthralled by the fascinating and unique world. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough.” — Franny Billingsley, award-winning author of Chime “A tense, romantic fantasy epic about prejudice, political struggle, and the power of words, Sword and Verse kept me guessing at every turn. Kathy MacMillan is a writer to watch.” — R.J. Anderson, Andre Norton Award-nominated author of ULTRAVIOLET R.J. Anderson, Andre Norton Award-nominated author of Ultraviolet “Fans of Megan Whalen Turner will enjoy MacMillan’s debut.” — Publishers Weekly “A thoughtful debut fantasy.” — Kirkus Reviews “MacMillan has created a believable world, complete with its own mythology. For voracious and dedicated fantasy readers.” — School Library Journal “MacMillan’s love of learning, knowledge, and literacy shapes both plot and character development, while raising ethical questions with no easy answers. Beneath what appears to be a romantic fantasy, discerning readers will find complex, broader issues among the predictable comforts of the genre.” — ALA Booklist “This is a highly satisfying novel with an exciting conclusion. Filled with romance, political intrigue, and rebellion, this page-turner will be in high demand by fantasy lovers.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) A coming-of-age novel about teens striving to learn who to trust, how to forgive, and how to move beyond their own personal needs. — Booklist Online
