Savage Empire by Jean Lorrah
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Moving to Jean Lorrah's "Savage Empire," we enter a world where magic flows as naturally as the rivers and where political intrigue rivals the most cunning of courts. Soltran is a mind-magic wielding aristocrat, and Elvira is a singer with gifts of her own. Their paths cross, and they find themselves in an alliance to survive in a land rife with political upheaval.
The novel is awash with themes of power dynamics, both magical and political, while also providing a generous dose of adventure. SFcrowsnest readers who enjoy tales of magical empires, nuanced politics, and star-crossed relationships would find "Savage Empire" a worthy read.