Perfect for romantasy fans of Fourth Wing and Shadow and Bone, this dark, Imperial Russia-inspired romantic fantasy novel launches the These Monstrous Gods duology of draconic gods, political revolutions, and deadly magical powers from a Sunday Times bestselling author
"This series opener delivers on not just epic fantasy, but epic action and romance." —Kirkus
To cage a god is divine.
To be divine is to rule.
To rule is to destroy.
Using ancient secrets, Galina and Sera’s mother grafted gods into their bones. Bound to brutal deities and granted forbidden power no commoner has held in a millennia, the sisters have grown up to become living weapons. Raised to overthrow an empire―no matter the cost.
With their mother gone and their country on the brink of war, it falls to the sisters to take the helm of the rebellion and end the cruel reign of a royal family possessed by destructive gods. Because when the ruling alurea invade, they conquer with fire and blood. And when they clash, common folk burn.
While Sera reunites with her estranged lover turned violent rebel leader, Galina infiltrates the palace. In this world of deception and danger, her only refuge is an isolated princess, whose whip-smart tongue and sharp gaze threaten to uncover Galina’s secret. Torn between desire and duty, Galina must make a choice: work together to expose the lies of the empire―or bring it all down.
"This series opener delivers on not just epic fantasy, but epic action and romance." —Kirkus
To cage a god is divine.
To be divine is to rule.
To rule is to destroy.
Using ancient secrets, Galina and Sera’s mother grafted gods into their bones. Bound to brutal deities and granted forbidden power no commoner has held in a millennia, the sisters have grown up to become living weapons. Raised to overthrow an empire―no matter the cost.
With their mother gone and their country on the brink of war, it falls to the sisters to take the helm of the rebellion and end the cruel reign of a royal family possessed by destructive gods. Because when the ruling alurea invade, they conquer with fire and blood. And when they clash, common folk burn.
While Sera reunites with her estranged lover turned violent rebel leader, Galina infiltrates the palace. In this world of deception and danger, her only refuge is an isolated princess, whose whip-smart tongue and sharp gaze threaten to uncover Galina’s secret. Torn between desire and duty, Galina must make a choice: work together to expose the lies of the empire―or bring it all down.
Book Details
Format:
eBook
Price:
22.99 CAD / 16.99 USD
Published: 2024-02-20
ISBN: 9780756418823
Imprint:
DAW Books
Page Count: 384
Trim Size: 6 x 9
Praise for To Cage a God
"The action and violence enhance the strife of ruling political power and revolution and keeps the pace fast and lively." —Library Journal (starred review)
"May’s mythology of dragon gods imprisoned in human host bodies is an effective magical system, and this series opener delivers on not just epic fantasy, but epic action and romance as well." —Kirkus
"The Slavic-inspired setting will appeal to fantasy and romance readers, with the added bonus of a queer couple confronting their society's ableism." —Booklist
"Romance and rebellion define this exquisite novel, which sinks its claws in and won't let go...a tour de force of romantasy writing, full of fire and ice, passion and revolution. Elizabeth May is back with a bang."—Hannah Kaner, author of Sunday Times bestseller Godkiller
"A bloody, political romantasy about two sisters who are raised to be living weapons, it’s a story that’s grounded in sacrifice and family bonds."—Lacy Baugher Milas, Paste Magazine
"TO CAGE A GOD is an intricately woven story with incredible depth . . . the story is filled with tension, horror, romance and action. There's a lot of sex as well . . . the climate in Sundyr is cold, but the people find many ways to stay warm, ahem." — Ashley Perkins, GameVortex
Praise for the work of Elizabeth May
“A riveting world, a fierce heroine, and electrifying action.” —Sarah J. Maas, New York Times-bestselling author of the Throne of Glass series
“A multivoice story from a group of diverse, courageous females attempting to save themselves.” —Library Journal (starred review)
“Action-packed, violently gratifying, and darkly addictive novel.” —VOYA
“Moves at a cracking pace and, with neat plot twists and cliffhangers, is page-turning fun.” —The Guardian
“A fascinating, unique world. May's writing is exquisite and demands a close reading to take everything in.” —School Library Journal
