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The Starlight Heir

A Novel

Audiobook (Includes supplementary content)
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"My newest obsession! A breathtaking, sexy romantasy full of twists and adventure." –REBECCA YARROS, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Fourth Wing

"Be ready for a deadly contest for a bride, mistaken identities, hidden magic, and secrets that will keep you guessing until the end." –NISHA J. TULI, internationally bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen

A bladesmith blessed by the stars. A prince with a dangerous secret. A god bound in shadows. From USA Today bestselling author Amalie Howard comes a scorching new romantasy that will leave you spellbound.

"His Imperial Majesty, King Zarek requests your presence as his esteemed guest."

When the gold-dusted court invitation arrives at Suraya Saab's forge, she believes it's a joke. Nobles might seek her skills as a bladesmith—one of few who can imbue her work with precious jadu, the last source of magic in the realm—but she has no qualifications as a potential bride for the crown prince. Still, the invitation is the chance at adventure, and the means to finally visit the capital city her late mother loved.

But what awaits her in Kaldari is nothing she could have imagined—and fraught with danger. It's not the crown prince, but his impossibly handsome, illegitimate half-brother, Roshan, who captures her interest...and her ire. The invitation isn't a quest to find a suitable bride, but a veiled hunt for the Starkeeper—a girl rumored to hold the magic of the stars in her blood. And across the city, unrest is brewing between the noble houses and the rebel militia.

When the rebels attack, Suraya and Roshan find themselves on the run, trying to deny their simmering attraction and the knowledge that Suraya herself might be the Starkeeper. But Roshan is guarding secrets of his own. And with no control over the power stirring within her, Suraya has drawn the attention of a dark god, an immortal whose interest might be the biggest threat of all.

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"Consumes all your attention and leaves you longing for more!" —Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Stunning ." —Brigid Kemmerer, New York Times bestselling author

"Pure addictive delight."" —Thea Guanzon, New York Times bestselling author

"Amalie Howard at her finest!" —Danielle L. Jensen, New York Times bestselling author

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    • Publisher's Weekly

      October 14, 2024
      Howard (The Worst Duke in London) turns from Regency to romantasy in a propulsive outing that brims with action, betrayal, and plenty of spice. Twenty-four-year-old Suraya Saab lives a quietly comfortable life in the relatively poor desert city of Coban in the kingdom of Oryndhr, earning a living by forging weapons (for which she occasionally uses illegal pieces of crystallized magic) and helping out at her father’s tavern. Then she receives an invitation to join the pool of women from which the Crown Prince will choose a bride. After determining that this is not a prank, Suraya heads to the capital, where dangerous adventure awaits. The plot thickens with the introduction of a distractingly dashing castle gardener; attacks by the Dahaka, a rebel organization determined to be free of Imperial rule; and a series of trials designed to test each lovely candidate for the Prince’s hand. Intrigue abounds as Suraya navigates court politics, ancient prophecies, and mystical happenings that have her doubting her own mind at times. Sharp dialogue elevates the romance, while the rich worldbuilding, filled with Indian, Middle Eastern, and Caribbean influences, provides an elegant framework to showcase a strong, determined, and capable female protagonist. Readers will eagerly await the sequel. Agent: Thao Le, Sandra Dijkstra Literary.

    • AudioFile Magazine
      This captivating audiobook with dual narrators blends romance, magic, and danger in a richly imagined world. Suraya Saab, a talented bladesmith, is invited to participate in a royal contest to win the crown prince's hand. Anais Inara Chase delivers a stunning performance, portraying Suraya's fiery determination and vulnerability with depth and nuance. Teaming up with Roshan, the prince's enigmatic half-brother, Suraya navigates rebels, prophecies, and the attention of a dark god, all while uncovering her powerful destiny. Ramiz Monsef portrays Roshan, adding layers of charm and mystery to his character. Together, Chase and Monsef's narration heightens the story's tension, romance, and action, making this audiobook a great listen. F.S.M. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine

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