The prophecy of the nameless god - the words that declared
Malini the rightful empress of Parijatdvipa - has proven a blessing and curse.
She is determined to claim the throne that fate offered her. But even with the
strength of the rage in her heart and the army of loyal men by her side,
deposing her brother is going to be a brutal and bloody fight.
The power of the deathless waters flows through Priya's blood. Thrice born
priestess, Elder of Ahiranya, Priya's dream is to see her country rid of the
rot that plagues it: both Parijatdvipa's poisonous rule, and the blooming
sickness that is slowly spreading through all living things. But she doesn't
yet understand the truth of the magic she carries.
Their chosen paths once pulled them apart. But Malini and Priya's souls remain
as entwined as their destinies. And they soon realize that coming together is
the only way to save their kingdom from those who would rather see it burn -
even if it will cost them.
Suri has created a cast of strong women who are fighting back. This is a good second book in a series. Yes, there is war, but it is also forwards the character paths and leaves readers on edge for what comes next.
Suri, Tasha. (2022). The Oleander Sword. New York: Orbit.
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