The Key (True Reign) - Softcover

Davis, Jennifer Anne

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1940534216 ISBN 13: 9781940534213

Publisher: Clean Teen Pub, 2013

Synopsis

***USA Best Book Awards Finalist***
Seventeen-year-old Rema lives in a brutal kingdom where travel between regions is forbidden, people are starving, and looking at someone the wrong way can mean death. Nineteen-year-old Darmik is the king's son and Commander of the King's Army. He spends his days roaming the island, doing his father's bidding and trying to maintain control over the people.
When a chance encounter throws Rema and Darmik together, they share an instantaneous connection, but any sort of relationship between them is strictly forbidden. Darmik's brother, the Crown Prince, notices Darmik's interest in Rema and, in a calculated, political move, blackmails her. Faced with an impossible choice, Rema is forced to sacrifice her heart in order to save her family.

As Rema is taken to the palace with the Crown Prince, Darmik confronts the growing rumor that a legitimate blood heir to the throne exists and is trying to overthrow Darmik's family. In Darmik's quest to hunt down and kill the threat, he discovers that nothing is as it seems. Locked in the king's castle, Rema finds herself a key player in a massive power struggle. When Darmik shows up, she's not sure if she can trust him. The line between friends, enemies, and loyalty becomes blurred. As truths are unlocked, Rema understands that she just might be the key to finding the rightful heir and restoring peace to the kingdom . . . if she can manage to stay alive long enough.

About this title

About the Author

Jennifer graduated from the University of San Diego with a degree in English and a teaching credential. Afterwards, she finally married her best friend and high school sweetheart. Jennifer is currently a full-time writer and mother of three young children. Her days are spent living in imaginary worlds and fueling her own kids' creativity.

Review

Angelle from The Cajon Book Lover: "This story blew me away!! Jennifer Anne Davis did an amazing job of developing the characters and the story . . . Like the write up says this is no fairytale . . . it's SO much better! This story had many twists and turns. I was completely sucked in from the first chapter." 5/5 Stars

Reading Renee: "The tale is rich in descriptions....This journey for Rema is an outstanding example of the author's ability to make you venture to a far away land. I am such a fan of her character. The inner thought she has are some of the best in the book. I have read The Voice and I LOVED it. Jennifer Anne Davis is a promising author with so much to offer. She writes in different genres so this will defiantly appeal to those who like classic books in the med-evil times. An epic fantasy I recommend especially for the young adult population." 5/5 Stars

Crystal from Crystal's Many Reviewers: "I am completely IN LOVE with this book and can't wait for the next book!" 4.5/5 Stars

Amber from The Wonderings of One Person: "I am in awe of this amazing story! It is filled with wondrous beauty and ravishing love that is pitted against depraved cruelty and dark deception....Jennifer Anne Davis is a fantastic writer who has such a captivating ability to draw you into what seems like a stunning fairy tale before unleashing the unyielding evil that tries every way possible to destroy the hope and love that begin to grow. Hold onto your seat for what feels to be the beginning of a heart wrenching and action packed tour de force that you will not want to miss out on!" 5/5 Stars

"From beginning to the heart-wrenching ending moment, the reader will be enraptured by the depth of the characters Ms. Davis has crafted. Like fine jewels, each character shines brightly or glows menacingly, precisely as they should be imagined. Good and evil battle evenly for the spotlight, yet never overshadow each other - a perfect balance in plot and style! The journey from innocence to deep understanding by Rema is beautifully played out with a dramatic flair. Prince Darmik's conflicting emotions and allegiances clearly present themselves. The reader will laugh, smile, cry, and scream as each page passes by, bemoaning the very last sentence . . . True Reign is the most appropriate series title, as it defines the writing style to the letter." 5/5 stars InD'tale Magazine

About this edition

• Publisher: Clean Teen Pub
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1940534216
• ISBN 13: 9781940534213
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 329