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Laura Sebastian
"Laura Sebastian is the next Madeline Miller. . . . a fierce, fresh, lyrical tale that will enthrall until the last page."--Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Huntress A Popsugar Best Summer Read of 2021 A Bibliolifestyle Most Anticipated Summer 2021 Sci-fi and Fantasy Book "Magical, haunting, unique--I haven't been so excited about an Arthur book since I read The Once and Future King ."--Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author The Lady of Shalott reclaims her story in this bold feminist reimagining of the Arthurian myth from the New York Times bestselling author of Ash Princess. Everyone knows the legend. Of Arthur, destined to be a king. Of the beautiful Guinevere, who will betray him with his most loyal knight, Lancelot. Of the bitter sorceress, Morgana, who will turn against them all. But Elaine alone carries the burden of knowing what is to come--for Elaine of Shalott is cursed to see the future.On the mystical isle of Avalon, Elaine runs free and learns of the ancient prophecies surrounding her and her friends--countless possibilities, almost all of them tragic.When their future comes to claim them, Elaine, Guinevere, Lancelot, and Morgana accompany Arthur to take his throne in stifling Camelot, where magic is outlawed, the rules of society chain them, and enemies are everywhere. Yet the most dangerous threats may come from within their own circle.As visions are fulfilled and an inevitable fate closes in, Elaine must decide how far she will go to change destiny--and what she is willing to sacrifice along the way.
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Author
Laura Sebastian
Pages
448
Publisher
Penguin
Published Date
2021-07-06
ISBN
0593200535 9780593200537
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"#retelling #LadyShallot #oracle #Lancelot #Morgana #friendship #what'syourline"
Brandi Always Reading
"Really well written. Never bored but there was never a climax. Everything was always a steady about of action. "
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Veronica Murphy
"It's an amazing new perspective on the King Arthur legend. #kingarthur #LadyShallot #Morgana #Lancelot "
Amy Bridges
"Well that story is going to stay with me a while. <br/><br/>Wow. I don‘t know if I am happy, depressed, sad - a mixture of all? This was definitely a great fantasy novel based on Camelot and the Rise of King Arthur. It blew away every expectation I had and I didnt guess the ending half way through which is always a huge huge bonus. <br/><br/>I See a re-read in the near future ;-) Highly recommend to all you Fantasy genre lovers !"
Britanee Cosens-Perrin
"An interesting tale, but hard to follow at times with the rapid changing timelines. Not as good as Mist of Avalon, but still an interesting tale written with love."
Jessica A
"couldn’t put it down, absolutely fantastic read!"
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Cameron Westmoreland
"Rating: 4/5 stars<br/><br/>This captivating book offers a unique perspective on feminism, delving into the theme of choice. By dissecting a well-known story, the author sheds light on the transformative power of decision-making, particularly for women in a specific time period. With its fresh approach and thought-provoking narrative, the book challenges preconceptions and emphasizes the agency of women. It revitalizes familiar territory by exploring the untapped potential within historical contexts. This engaging read earns a solid recommendation, as it encourages readers to reflect on the profound impact of choices and the enduring significance of women's empowerment throughout history."
Lori Marie Ramirez
"I loved this book so much. I love this retelling of King Arthur because the women aren't just useless or villains. It's a great feminist retake on the story and definitely worth the read."
Lilli Diaz
"I thoroughly enjoyed reading this retelling of Arthurian lore. Told for the view of Elaine, gifted with Sight, the Lady of Shalott brings this familiar tale to life as the events unfold in both the past, present, and future. <br/><br/><br/><br/>"
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Sara Howze
"Like other comments have said, you hate to see this book end. It was that good. "
Jessalynn Kenton