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Dusk Lands #1
Ashen Rose
LONG LIVE THE QUEEN, LONG MAY SHE REIGN
After the end of the world, countries are ruled by Queens and their Kings. The Thornton line of Prithan is long, and old. The only heir is the sickly Princess Lorilynn Thornton.
After a terrible night, Lorilynn’s parents leave along with her new husband. Two years later, news comes that the King and Queen are dead. Lorilynn is ruler and must face the truth. Meanwhile, Prithan is in crisis and is at the mercy of the corrupt Collective and the precious supplies they hold that will save them.
Lorilynn must face her past, find out the truth behind her parents and that terrible night, as well as battle the feelings she has for her new husband. But someone wants Prithan’s throne. Enemies are lurking in every shadow – and this is the Dusk Lands.
After the end of the world, countries are ruled by Queens and their Kings. The Thornton line of Prithan is long, and old. The only heir is the sickly Princess Lorilynn Thornton.
After a terrible night, Lorilynn’s parents leave along with her new husband. Two years later, news comes that the King and Queen are dead. Lorilynn is ruler and must face the truth. Meanwhile, Prithan is in crisis and is at the mercy of the corrupt Collective and the precious supplies they hold that will save them.
Lorilynn must face her past, find out the truth behind her parents and that terrible night, as well as battle the feelings she has for her new husband. But someone wants Prithan’s throne. Enemies are lurking in every shadow – and this is the Dusk Lands.
443 pages, Paperback
Published September 13, 2022
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About the author
Tabitha Harding-Chestney
2 books54 followersTabitha first published in 2016 with a limited story, and went on to publish her debut novel in 2022 titled 'Ashen Rose'.
She is an avid reader, enjoys drinking tea, and can be usually found accidentally murdering her herb garden if she isn't writing.
She is an avid reader, enjoys drinking tea, and can be usually found accidentally murdering her herb garden if she isn't writing.
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
October 6, 2022
Ashen Rose was an engrossing and emotional read.
The characters were diverse, which was refreshing to see within a fantasy. Also, Tabitha Harding-Chestney's writing brought the characters to life; I could vividly see the scenes playing out in my head.
I look forward to seeing what comes next for Queen Lorilynn Thornton!
The characters were diverse, which was refreshing to see within a fantasy. Also, Tabitha Harding-Chestney's writing brought the characters to life; I could vividly see the scenes playing out in my head.
I look forward to seeing what comes next for Queen Lorilynn Thornton!
August 18, 2021
I received a copy of this book from the author and right off the bat, I have to say this book was extremely addictive. I read the entire thing in one sitting. The fast-paced storyline and enthralling characters had me starved for more. It flowed beautifully, a very well written piece.
The inclusivity of many races, sexualties and personalities made this novel much more realistic and diverse. It almost gives me hope that our future will be similar. The characters felt authentic and were easy to picture.
The storyline was interesting and managed to vaguely explain how the world had developed without dwelling on it, and halting the flow. The romance intertwined into the storyline, without subtracting from it and the smut was tastefully written. The forced marriage trope is usually fairly predictable, but this strayed from the usual and remained original.
Admittedly, there was some repetition but not enough to ruin the twists and turns of the plot. I was hooked from beginning to end!
In conclusion, I would definitely recommend it, and immensely enjoyed the whole thing.
The inclusivity of many races, sexualties and personalities made this novel much more realistic and diverse. It almost gives me hope that our future will be similar. The characters felt authentic and were easy to picture.
The storyline was interesting and managed to vaguely explain how the world had developed without dwelling on it, and halting the flow. The romance intertwined into the storyline, without subtracting from it and the smut was tastefully written. The forced marriage trope is usually fairly predictable, but this strayed from the usual and remained original.
Admittedly, there was some repetition but not enough to ruin the twists and turns of the plot. I was hooked from beginning to end!
In conclusion, I would definitely recommend it, and immensely enjoyed the whole thing.
August 25, 2022
As release date is starting to approach, and this has all come together it's really starting to feel real.
This has definitely been a journey, and one that I know isn't over just yet and I can't wait to share it with you.
Thank you everyone for your very kind messages these past few months - I am eternally grateful!
This has definitely been a journey, and one that I know isn't over just yet and I can't wait to share it with you.
Thank you everyone for your very kind messages these past few months - I am eternally grateful!
August 19, 2024
This book had me hooked from the start. The vivid descriptions set the scene perfectly and created such an immersive read, making it feel like this wasn’t the first time I was introduced to the characters and setting. The thought and hard work behind each creative decision is evident and the book is well written, full of twists and turns and surprises, never being too predictable. The book had me constantly wanting to read more and I can’t wait to see what comes next!
September 4, 2025
Amazingly paced, keeps you constantly interested to turn the next page. Princess Lorilynn is a much more complex character than first presented- and I loved that!
The ending wasn’t what I expected and leaves you wanting more!
The ending wasn’t what I expected and leaves you wanting more!
February 11, 2025
The book to get me back into reading. Absolutely amazing story and omg I am awaiting the next one. Definitely worth reading
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