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Air and Ash

TIDES, Book 1

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Air and Ash

By: Alex Lidell
Narrated by: Kaitlin Bellamy
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About this listen

Master and Commander meets Sarah J Maas in a seafaring adventure of duty, love, magic, and a princess's quest to protect her kingdom on her own terms.

After a lifetime of training, 17-year-old Princess Nile Greysik, a lieutenant on the prestigious Ashing navy flagship, sails into battle with one vital mission - and fails.

Barred from the sea and facing a political marriage, Nile masquerades as a common sailor on the first ship she can find. With a cowardly captain, incompetent crew, and a cruel, too-handsome first officer intent on making her life a living hell, Nile must hide her identity while trying to turn the sorry frigate battle worthy. Worse, a terrifying and forbidden magic now tingles in Nile's blood. If anyone catches wind of who Nile is or what she can do, her life is over.

But when disaster threatens the ship, Nile may have no choice but to unleash the truth that will curse her future.

Air and Ash is the thrilling first installment of the TIDES series. Recommended for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Tamora Pierce, and David Weber.

©2017 Alex Lidell (P)2017 Alex Lidell Fantasy Fiction Historical Fiction Literature & Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Royalty Magic

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I listened to this as an audiobook, narrated by Kaitlin Bellamy, and she was an excellent narrator, really bringing the story to life. It's a great story, well-written, with characters that really help to drive the action, and full of drama. I really enjoyed the book, and would definitely recommend it to others who like fantasy books, or are just looking for something a bit different. And I'll definitely be reading or listening to the rest of the series as soon as I get the chance!
NB I received a complimentary copy of this book, but I always give an HONEST review based wholly on my own opinions

An excellent book, fabulously narrated. Highly recommended!

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The story is fabulous, with a kickass heroine in Ash and a simply gorgeous world. Kaitlin's narration was excellent and easy to listen to. Highly recommended.

Fabulous fantasy

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