{"product_id":"9781624149245","title":"Forest of Souls","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eForest of Souls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Lori M. Lee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDanger lurks within the roots of \u003ci\u003eForest of Souls\u003c\/i\u003e, an epic, unrelenting tale of destiny and sisterhood, perfect for fans of Naomi Novik, Susan Dennard, and Netflix's \u003ci\u003eThe Witcher\u003c\/i\u003e!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A tantalizing beginning to a rich new fantasy series.”  —Traci Chee, \u003ci\u003eNYT\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Reader\u003c\/i\u003e trilogy\u003cbr\u003e\"Absolutely enchanting.” – Natalie C. Parker, author of \u003ci\u003eSeafire\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"You won’t want to escape.” – Sarah Henning, author of the \u003ci\u003eSea Witch\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Will leave you shouting sisters unite!” – Mindee Arnett, author of \u003ci\u003eOnyx \u0026amp; Ivory\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAvalon\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSirscha Ashwyn comes from nothing, but she’s intent on becoming something. After years of training to become the queen’s next royal spy, her plans are derailed when shamans attack and kill her best friend Saengo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd then Sirscha, somehow, restores Saengo to life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Unveiled as the first soulguide in living memory, Sirscha is summoned to the domain of the Spider King. For centuries, he has used his influence over the Dead Wood—an ancient forest possessed by souls—to enforce peace between the kingdoms. Now, with the trees growing wild and untamed, only a soulguide can restrain them. As war looms, Sirscha must master her newly awakened abilities before the trees shatter the brittle peace, or worse, claim Saengo, the friend she would die for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eForest of Souls\u003c\/i\u003e, Book One in the Shamanborn Trilogy\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Lee’s writing and characterizations all but guarantee this one will have a rabid fanbase craving more.” \u003cb\u003e– \u003ci\u003eBuzzfeed\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Lee is a masterful world-builder, creating intriguing scenarios and a compelling cast of characters, anchored by the strong portrayals of female friendship. For fans of Natasha Ngan and Joan He, and for any high ­fantasy ­collection.”\u003cb\u003e –  \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Sirscha’s path to discovery and acceptance is thoughtful and heartfelt... A refreshing fantasy for readers looking for more friendship and adventure, less romance.”\u003cb\u003e – \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“With a backdrop of political intrigue, deep magic, and hidden roots, \u003ci\u003eForest of Souls\u003c\/i\u003e is a tantalizing beginning to a rich new fantasy series.”  \u003cb\u003e—Traci Chee, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Reader\u003c\/i\u003e trilogy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“With magic as luminous as it is terrifying, Lori M. Lee weaves a vibrant tapestry of sisterhood, self-discovery, and the long legacies of battles between good and evil. Absolutely enchanting.” \u003cb\u003e– Natalie C. Parker, author of \u003ci\u003eSeafire\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Non-stop action, political intrigue, and dark magic are woven into this silky-yet-fast-paced daydream of a fantasy. Lori M. Lee casts the perfect web of unforgettable characters and an intriguing plot—you won’t want to escape.” \u003cb\u003e– Sarah Henning, author of the \u003ci\u003eSea Witch\u003c\/i\u003e \u0026amp; \u003ci\u003eSea Witch Rising\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Set in a vibrant new world that's as enchanting and ethereal as it is dangerous, \u003ci\u003eForest of Souls\u003c\/i\u003e drew me in from the very first page and held me captive in its spell of magic, intrigue, and the bonds of friendship. Perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir and Roshani Chokshi and will leave you shouting sisters unite!” \u003cb\u003e– Mindee Arnett critically acclaimed author of \u003ci\u003eOnyx \u0026amp; Ivory\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAvalon\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A classic fantasy rooted in self-discovery, death-defying friendship, and political intrigue, \u003ci\u003eForest of Souls\u003c\/i\u003e spins a tale as lush as its world. 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