This is exactly the kind of sweepingly romantic adventure story that I've been yearning for-and I can't wait for more. Publishers Weekly (starred review) With exquisitely drawn characters and superb worldbuilding, Phoenix Unbound once again proves Grace Draven's mastery of fantasy romance. Draven's outdone herself with this magnetic heroine and a magical world readers will be eager to return to. a wonderful story-full of romance, captivating characters and a fantasy world that's beguiling and easily understood. Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of The Sea King Must-read fantasy. I couldn't put it down, and I didn't want it to end! -C.L. Quite possibly Grace Draven's best book yet.

Ilona Andrews, #1 New York Times bestselling author Fabulous. Grace Draven is a master of romantic heroic fantasy. With impossible odds, breathtaking battles, terrifying magic, and an unlikely love, this book is a must read. Charlaine Harris, #1 New York Times bestselling author Fierce and captivating, Phoenix Unbound is the story of a gladiator and a fire witch fighting for their freedom against an empire that wants them enslaved. Their problems and triumphs will keep you reading into the night. BookRiot Grace Draven's exciting romantic fantasy features characters who are fresh and original. Praise for Grace Draven and Phoenix Unbound Grace Draven is the gold standard for fantasy romance. To protect her family and village, she will abandon everything to return to the Empire-and burn once more. Unknown to Gilene, he also wants to reclaim the birthright of his clan. Gilene's sacrifice protects all the other young women of her village, and her secret to staying alive lies with the magic only she possesses.Īzarion, the Empire's most famous gladiator, has somehow seen through her illusion-and is set on blackmailing Gilene into using her abilities to help him escape his life of slavery.

For the last five years, one small village's tithe has been the same woman. In this USA Today bestselling novel, a woman with power over fire and illusion and the enslaved son of a chieftain battle a corrupt empire in this powerful and deeply emotional romantic fantasy.Įvery year, each village is required to send a young woman to the Empire's capital-her fate to be burned alive for the entertainment of the masses.

A woman with power over fire and illusion and an enslaved son of a chieftain battle a corrupt empire in this powerful and deeply emotional romantic fantasy from the USA Today bestselling author of Radiance.

Phoenix Unbound by Grace Draven