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“But when I got angry, my nerves sought an outlet, and my mouth didn't always guard the gates.”

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In The Broken Kingdoms, a young woman named Yelena becomes the ruler of a magical land after her parents are assassinated. She must navigate the complex political landscape and her own internal struggles as she seeks to understand her powers and the true nature of her kingdom. more

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N.K. Jemisin

N.K. Jemisin is an American science fiction writer born in September 1972. Her works are known for their unique world-building, profound character development, and rich imagination. Jemisin gained widespread acclaim with her 'Inkwood' series, which includes 'The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms', 'The Broken Kingdoms', and 'The Kingdom of the Gods', with 'The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms' winning the Hugo Award in 2011. more

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