Call of the Storm Sorcerer

The Serpentine Throne, Book 1

By: Susan Stradiotto

Narrated by: Kim Churchill

A murdered empress. A missing emperor. Mairynne Evangale called them Mother, Father.

The country mourns while rumors of unrest stir. The sorcery castes struggle for power and the casteless riot in the streets. Conflict hadn’t escalated this rapidly in Nantai since the Ryū Wars more than five ages past.

The people need a new imperial leader. Mairynne’s soul yearns for many things, but she never wished for the duty her Father assigned. She carries two soul stones, one cold and the other hot. They came to her with the loss of each parent. They call to her, beckoning her to leave home. They reinforce her convictions.... Her father lives. He will return to his seat upon the Serpentine Throne.

But first, she must answer the call.

If you enjoy epic fantasy somewhere between N.K. Jemisin, Jacqueline Carey, and a little Sarah J. Maas, this is the series for you.

©2021 Susan Stradiotto (P)2023 Susan Stradiotto

Good start to an amazing series

Really enjoying the story so far! The world and culture and how the different classes work is interesting. I really hope we get to see more of the magic and how it functions at some point, but, so far, we just get glimpses of that. This book seems to be more set up showing the culture and how the politics are working out. I love that she realizes she just doesn't have the training or experience and reads and asks for guidance while still doing what she feels is right for her and her people. So looking forward to the next book, it sounds like a lot more adventure and exploring and just experiencing the world! (which she honestly needs) The world-building is fantastic, and I can't wait to experience more of it. :)