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First Born
The first born of the Muzina people are marked by an ancient curse. Meant to offer their mothers a chance to purge this taint, Muzina women develop strength of character and prove self-worth by sacrificing their first babe. When allowed to live, these children are set on a path of torment and ill-fortune that hounds them until they finally perish.
But first born Kathiz T'Kazan does not shy away from living. He embraces all life has to offer with unquenchable the father who hunts him, the mother who hides, the woman he loves, and the goddess who tempts him with dangerous power. Kathiz scrambles to survive his fate, desperately trying to eke out a sliver of the world in which he can exist in peace. Is there any such place where the curse cannot reach him?
First Born is a dark fantasy novel with lush world-building and a fast pace. Content violence, assault, drug use.
But first born Kathiz T'Kazan does not shy away from living. He embraces all life has to offer with unquenchable the father who hunts him, the mother who hides, the woman he loves, and the goddess who tempts him with dangerous power. Kathiz scrambles to survive his fate, desperately trying to eke out a sliver of the world in which he can exist in peace. Is there any such place where the curse cannot reach him?
First Born is a dark fantasy novel with lush world-building and a fast pace. Content violence, assault, drug use.
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First published September 8, 2011
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June 29, 2022
This is a hidden gem in the fantasy genre! The world building, the different and varying cultures and societies, and the wonderfully crafted characters all exist in a beautifully woven tale of happiness, solidarity, and the strength in sorrow and trials. I highly recommend First Born as you journey through a world full of life and vibrancy, brought into focus by the characters that exist within it.
At the back is a very thorough and detailed lexicon of images, phrases, and speech translations for the many wonderful phrases of the cultural diversity of the world!
I cant wait for more and to see where Astra's next book takes me!
At the back is a very thorough and detailed lexicon of images, phrases, and speech translations for the many wonderful phrases of the cultural diversity of the world!
I cant wait for more and to see where Astra's next book takes me!
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