“In a child's eyes, a mother is a goddess. She can be glorious or terrible, benevolent or filled with wrath, but she commands love either way. I am convinced that this is the greatest power in the universe.”
Quote by N.K. Jemisin
Work
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
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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