The Scribe's Daughter

By: Stephanie Churchill

Narrated by: Leonor A Woodworth

Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins

Publisher's summary

Kassia is a thief and a soon-to-be oath breaker. Armed with only a reckless wit and sheer bravado, 17-year-old Kassia barely scrapes out a life with her older sister in a back alley of the market district of the Imperial city of Corium. When a stranger shows up at her market stall, offering her work for which she is utterly unqualified, Kassia cautiously takes him on. Very soon, however, she finds herself embroiled in a mystery involving a usurped foreign throne and a vengeful nobleman. Most intriguing of all, she discovers clues to the disappearance of her father three years prior.

When Kassia is forced to flee her home, suffering extreme hardship, danger, and personal trauma along the way, she feels powerless to control what happens around her. Rewarding revelations concerning the mysteries of her family’s past are tempered by the reality of a future she doesn’t want. In the end, Kassia discovers an unyielding inner strength and that, contrary to her prior beliefs, she is not defined by external things - she discovers that she is worthy to be loved.

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fantastic character development and story

I was hooked into this book by Kassia, and the depth of her character and story enthralled me the whole way through. Ms. Churchill weaves a great tale that crosses over many genres - trust me you will enjoy this one!!

Wow!

Wow, I didn't see that coming! Loved it! Great characters, loved the plot with its twists and turns. Wow!

Wonderful

I really enjoyed the story it was fun to follow the characters not always would happen to them although I was wrong a few times what would happen that’s what I liked the most the narrator did a fantastic job I received this story from audiobookboom and the author sent a free promo code ty very much

A Reverse Fairytale with an Edge

I really enjoyed this book and would classify it as a reverse fairy tale with an edge. It is a well written and rounded out story, setting up the next book quite nicely. The book is touted as a YA novel, I did have a little trouble with some of the events that befell the protagonist and without providing spoilers, I think I would recommend this for more of a mature audience. Actually, the story itself would have worked wonderfully without them. The narrator did a fantastic job and was very easy to follow, she voiced all the characters in very unique ways and I enjoyed listening to her. If you’re looking for a fairytale with a strong protagonist at the helm this book is for you, I’d definitely suggest spending a credit on it.

Decent story

I was given this free review copy audio book at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

I think this book was decent. It was a little slow at times but managed to hold my attention for the most part. I was never able to completely get into the story, though. The narration is decent as well. Her voice was pleasant enough, but she spoke a little slow for me. That's just my opinion, though, so take it with a grain of salt. All in all, I didn't hate it and I think I would be open to another book in the series.

amazing story

I honestly have to say. this story was truly amazing. from the storyline to the narrative. It's set in a time for arranged marriage, between royal house's. there's a lot of action and adventure, but also heartache and real loss. not for young kids, but worth the listen

Power Struggles

Even at the lowest levels, the human population, and I guess the insect, bird, and animal populations as well, in fact, any group involves power struggles. Even trees in the forest struggle for their own access to light and water. Philosophy aside, the author demonstrates the daily struggle of life from the lowest levels to the highest in this world building saga. I enjoyed the audio version and was thoroughly entertained.

Very good

This story was very good. The author has done a good job of writing and building each of the characters. The narrator does a a wonderful job bringing them to life.

VERY IMAGINATIVE TALE

This was a very interesting and creative story by Stephanie Churchill. I really enjoyed it, I think the characters were well written and developed, I loved the story itself, and I thought the narrator did a fantastic job. I was intrigued by Kassia throughout, she's very complicated and there are lots of twists and turns. All in all, I think it's a great story and I'd definitely be interested in more from this author, and also narrator :)
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Outstanding!!

The intricately woven tale of Kassia & her secret, kept even from her, had me on the edge of my seat!! Churchill’s creative use of subtle humor through out the whole book made me giggle often.

If you are looking for a good read, I HIGHLY suggest you give The Scribe’s Daughter a listen! Anxiously awaiting Churchill’s sequel, The King’s Daughter, to be available on Audible!