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  • The Guinevere Deception

  • Camelot Rising, Book 1
  • Written by: Kiersten White
  • Narrated by: Elizabeth Knowelden
  • Length: 10 hrs and 51 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (17 ratings)

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The Guinevere Deception

Written by: Kiersten White
Narrated by: Elizabeth Knowelden
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Publisher's Summary

"Fascinating.... Kiersten White has taken the best parts of the Arthurian legend and made them all her own." (Renée Ahdieh, number one New York Times best-selling author of The Wrath and the Dawn series)

A new fantasy series set in the world of Camelot that best-selling author Christina Lauren calls "brilliant", reimagining the Arthurian legend...where nothing is as magical and terrifying as a girl.

Princess Guinevere has come to Camelot to wed a stranger: the charismatic King Arthur. With magic clawing at the kingdom's borders, the great wizard Merlin conjured a solution - send in Guinevere to be Arthur's wife...and his protector from those who want to see the young king's idyllic city fail. The catch? Guinevere's real name - and her true identity - is a secret. She is a changeling, a girl who has given up everything to protect Camelot. To keep Arthur safe, Guinevere must navigate a court in which the old - including Arthur's own family - demand things continue as they have been, and the new - those drawn by the dream of Camelot - fight for a better way to live. And always, in the green hearts of forests and the black depths of lakes, magic lies in wait to reclaim the land. Deadly jousts, duplicitous knights, and forbidden romances are nothing compared to the greatest threat of all: the girl with the long black hair, riding on horseback through the dark woods toward Arthur. Because when your whole existence is a lie, how can you trust even yourself?

*THE FIRST BOOK IN THE CAMELOT RISING TRILOGY*

"A rare and enviable mix of impeccable writing, heart-stopping action, lush scenery, and complex, relatable characters...brilliant!" (New York Times best-selling author Christina Lauren)

"Stunning...will leave every reader hungry for more." (Somaiya Daud, author of the Mirage series)

©2019 Kiersten White (P)2019 Listening Library

What the critics say

“With immersive prose, White captures the spirit of Arthurian legend while adding diversity and a bit of powerful feminist flair in this appealing series opener.... Leaves much to be explored in future installments.” (Publishers Weekly)

“An acclaimed master of the female-centric retelling turns her hand to Arthuriana.... More diverse than many Camelot representations, this is a retelling designed for a modern audience more interested in people than battles and more intrigued by identity and affection than honor and questing. A promising series opener.” (Kirkus Reviews)

"First in a series, this fantasy novel will appeal to fans familiar with stories of Arthur, and provides an introduction to those unfamiliar.... Full of battling knights and romance, this is a must.” (School Library Journal)

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A Wonderful Listen

I have loved the Arthurian legends since I began reading for pleasure in childhood. While I have always found Arthur himself a bit boring, and one dimensional, the world around him, and the supporting cast, especially the women, have always been of the most interest to me. I have always wanted to have more of an LGBTQ reinterpretation of the stories as well, and The Guinevere Deception delivers in both of those points.

Kiersten White delivers a beautiful prose, and creates a story and world so intriguing and unique. The world building and magic system are excellent. The character breathe themselves into life, and the author gives them time to develop and reveal themselves. While only a 10 hour read, the story never feel rushed, or short sighted.

Elizabeth Knowelden’s narration is sublime, and at time she evokes Eva Green’s husky cadence. I can not recommend this book more, and am anxious for the next instalment.

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