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332 pp.
| Penguin/Razorbill
| August, 2017
|
TradeISBN 978-0-448-49355-8$18.99
(4)
YA
In this conclusion to the Zodiac quartet, the stars are set against Rho. The impulsive young guardian from House Cancer must defeat her nemesis and right the balance of the Zodiac while relying on her love Hysan and other friends for strength. Inconsistent pacing swings from slow exposition to breakneck action, but fans of the space-opera series will want to see it through.
303 pp.
| Penguin/Razorbill
| December, 2015
|
TradeISBN 978-1-59514-743-1$17.99
(3)
YA
Rhoma Grace (Zodiac), disgraced leader of House Cancer, wrestles with guilt and self-doubt in the aftermath of her planet's destruction. Cryptic messages from her enemy, Ophiuchus, and a series of terrorist attacks throughout the galaxy force Rho to rejoin the fight for unity among the Twelve Houses. With its well-integrated zodiac elements, budding astrologists will devour this thought-provoking, romantic space opera.
322 pp.
| Penguin/Razorbill
| December, 2014
|
TradeISBN 978-1-59514-740-0$17.99
(3)
YA
Rho Grace becomes the leader of House Cancer after she predicts the destruction of her planet. With the help of her childhood crush and a mysterious Libran diplomat, Rho must warn the other Houses that the mythical Thirteenth House has risen again. This thoroughly enjoyable, fast-paced space opera will thrill astrology devotees and fans of sci-fi/fantasy mash-ups.