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“There is no greater warrior than a mother protecting her child.”

Quote by N.K. Jemisin

Book:The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms

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The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms

In this novel, a young woman named Yelena becomes queen of a vast empire, navigating the complexities of her new role while dealing with the political machinations of her court and the mysterious forces that threaten her kingdom. more

Author

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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