Heir of Sun and Moon

The Five Realms, Book 1

By: Jenessa Ren

Narrated by: Sara Brodt

Forced into isolation by the ruler of the Mortal Kingdom, Princess Rhea Maxwell spends her days in the company of her pet fox, Bella, dreaming of an existence outside the confinement of her tower. As the rightful queen, she knows that there must be more to life than the endless monotony she's been forced to live. Harboring a deadly secret from her past, her desolation grows until one fateful night brings an unlikely ally into her life. Though wary to trust this stranger, Rhea suddenly finds herself with something she's never had before: a choice. With a future she never thought possible hanging in the balance, the princess must decide if following her heart is worth risking everything she's ever known.

In the neighboring Mage Kingdom, Princess Bahira Daxel is the first of her kind to be born without magic. Fixated on finding a way to unlock the power she believes to be hidden within, Bahira knows there is no price too great to achieve her goals. As tensions rise and her kingdom prepares for a threat they can not defend against, her desperation comes to a head. Ultimatums push Bahria to rethink who she truly is and the future that she had pictured for herself.

In a post-war world where kingdoms are divided by a powerful spell, can Rhea and Bahira each break free from the shackles of the lives expected of them to forge their own paths? Or will lies and obsession threaten to destroy everything.

©2023 Jenessa Ren (P)2024 Jenessa Ren

You should listen to this.

I just have to say this is the rare occurrence where I don’t mind the narrators voice at 1x speed.

Great story and fantastic narration. I recommend this to anyone who enjoys fairy tale retellings. Please be mindful of the trigger warnings, because the domestic abuse was a bit much for me.

The story is enjoyable and I’ll be starting the second book (not on audio yet though!)

Potential to be an Amazing Series

I loved that the author tried staying as close to the storyline of the rapunzel, however my only issue was with the FMC every now and again but it was expected as she was young and also inexperienced.

So GOOD - I can’t wait for more!!!

This book was such a good series opener. I loved the dual LOVs and how the author did such a fantastic job pulling all the different puzzle pieces of the plot together. Such a fun new take of Tangled!!! Can’t wait for more!!

Perfection!

Sara made me feel like I was the the characters voiced, because of how well done it was! Please narrate more books! 😁

A captivating series starter with exceptional narration

Heir of Sun and Moon delivers a gripping dual POV story full of emotion and tension. The narrator's range is outstanding. Each character feels distinct and alive, making the world even more immersive. A wonderful first book that sets up the series perfectly and leaves you eager for the nest installment.