“A true sister warrior is well trained and physically strong, but she is also dedicated to practicing the five godly virtues—obedience, service,… — Emily R. King Sisters Copy Share Image
“Thank the gods for crunchy food. “I don’t see how we are expected to be confined in this . . .” Chew. Chew. Chew.… — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“Snowflakes stick to his sooty eyelashes, his eyes warm brown. I am no more afraid of him than I was in the… — Emily R. King Body heat Copy Share Image
“His face is not what I expected. He looks more god than mortal. Though the angular shape of his jaw is the… — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“would rather stay in Samiya and serve the gods than leave and serve a man.” — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“He smiles, even attractive, but appearances are unreliable depictions of character.” — Emily R. King Appearances Copy Share Image
“send her a long look. I am not dense. She does not seek a sympathetic ear from me. She simply does not… — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“I cannot discern the gods’ will from men’s; the layers of truth are too muddled together.” — Emily R. King Truth Copy Share Image
“Long, low tables fill the throne room, lit by hundreds of fat candles. Tarek is seated at the head of a table… — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“How will you sleep in the cold?” I ask. The young soldier smiles shyly. “We have warmed stones for our beds too,… — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“Anything can be changed by those who have the courage to blaze their own path.” — Emily R. King Change Copy Share Image
“Sky in our lungs, land beneath our feet, fire in our souls, and water in our blood.” — Emily R. King Fire Copy Share Image
“My father does not deserve my sorrow, only relief. He can no longer torment anyone.” — Emily R. King Father Copy Share Image
“The rajah draws the attention of every woman in the hall, but he comes to me. “You’re more beautiful every day, love.”… — Emily R. King Another woman Copy Share Image
“Sometimes it takes more strength to step back than forward.” — Emily R. King Inspirational Copy Share Image
“Tonic and shards of glass are scattered around us. I follow the glittery path of destruction to charred spots on the floorboards.… — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“Lakia yawns. “I hope all your courtesans aren’t defeated so easily.” “Yes, it will make for a tedious day,” Tarek replies, sipping… — Emily R. King Copy Share Image
“I am the last wife he will ever claim, and he wants a warrior to defend her rank as his final rani.” — Emily R. King Marriage Copy Share Image
