Kill the Queen

By: Jennifer Estep

Narrated by: Lauren Fortgang

Gladiator meets Game of Thrones: a royal woman becomes a skilled warrior to destroy her murderous cousin, avenge her family, and save her kingdom in this first entry in a dazzling fantasy epic from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Elemental Assassin series—an enthralling tale that combines magic, murder, intrigue, adventure, and a hint of romance.

In a realm where one’s magical power determines one’s worth, Lady Everleigh’s lack of obvious ability relegates her to the shadows of the royal court of Bellona, a kingdom steeped in gladiator tradition. Seventeenth in line for the throne, Evie is nothing more than a ceremonial fixture, overlooked and mostly forgotten.

But dark forces are at work inside the palace. When her cousin Vasilia, the crown princess, assassinates her mother the queen and takes the throne by force, Evie is also attacked, along with the rest of the royal family. Luckily for Evie, her secret immunity to magic helps her escape the massacre.

Forced into hiding to survive, she falls in with a gladiator troupe. Though they use their talents to entertain and amuse the masses, the gladiators are actually highly trained warriors skilled in the art of war, especially Lucas Sullivan, a powerful magier with secrets of his own. Uncertain of her future—or if she even has one—Evie begins training with the troupe until she can decide her next move.

But as the bloodthirsty Vasilia exerts her power, pushing Bellona to the brink of war, Evie’s fate becomes clear: she must become a fearsome gladiator herself . . . and kill the queen.

amazing

loved It! my husband started it and I heard just a part of one of the chapters and I had to get it for myself. once I started it I couldn't put it down!!

Loved it

This book was amazing! The performer did an amazing job reading the story and the story kept you on the edge of your seat! Loved every bit of it!

Outstanding.

Another great story. Strong female lead characters, violence and romance simmering with interesting twists instilled throughout the tale. When is the next edition due for release?

Unexpected Surprise

This was such a a good book. This was such a a well written journey of vengeance and the good guys winning.
The narrator was completely appropriate.
On to book 2.

Excellent Read! Great World Building!

Jennifer Estep did a great job in building a world filled with magic! four main character had the potential to be weak-kneed and wobbly. I am so delighted that she didn't do that! There are a couple of times where you could predict what came next but overall a great first in the trilogy. I definitely will be looking for the second and third installment of the series.