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Following Bound by Blood and Sand, Jae has mastered the elemental magic that broke her out of slavery. But the rest of her people remain enslaved to the Highest and lack self-determination. Can Jae wield her magic to lead a rebellion so that all are free? Fans of elaborate high fantasies will appreciate the complex narrative and mature themes.
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Jae is a member of the Closest, a race of desert people enslaved under a curse of obedience to the Highest. When drought threatens and Jae uncovers the magic that can salvage the Well, she must decide whether to help the realm and stay in bondage or hope for freedom in death. With an inventive world and premise, Jae's story is captivating.