Magician, heal thyself. Laying hands upon the injured and dying, Avry of Kazan absorbs their wounds and diseases into herself. But rather than being honored for her skills, she is hunted. Healers like Avry are accused of spreading the plague that has decimated the Fifteen Realms, leaving the survivors in a state of chaos. Stressed and tired from hiding, Avry is abducted by a band of rogues who, shockingly, value her gift above the golden bounty offered for her capture. Their leader, an enigmatic captor-protector with powers of his own, is unequivocal in his demands: Avry must heal a plague-stricken prince--leader of a campaign against her people. As they traverse the daunting Nine Mountains, beset by mercenaries and magical dangers, Avry must decide who is worth healing and what is worth dying for. Because the price of peace may well be her life.... "Maria V. Snyder makes readers believe in her world and the characters she creates, a writer's form of magic." --The Best Reviews
I cannot say enough about how much I love this book. It is the perfect balance of fantasy, comedy, adventure, mystery, and romance. The build of the world is at a great pace, with fantastical lore and rules of the world. The characters are fully fleshed out, with their own priorities and personality. Look no further for your next fantasy read- once you pick it up you won't be able to put it down.
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