About the Book
Murder, mayhem and magic…
Locked in a coffin-like darkness, there is nothing to distract me from my memories of killing Reyad. He deserved to die—but according to the law, so do I. Here in Ixia, the punishment for murder is death. And now I wait for the hangman's noose.
But the same law that condemns me may also save me. Ixia's food taster—chosen to ensure that the Commander's food is not poisoned—has died. And by law, the next prisoner who is scheduled to be executed—me—must be offered the position.
Locked in a coffin-like darkness, there is nothing to distract me from my memories of killing Reyad. He deserved to die—but according to the law, so do I. Here in Ixia, the punishment for murder is death. And now I wait for the hangman's noose.
But the same law that condemns me may also save me. Ixia's food taster—chosen to ensure that the Commander's food is not poisoned—has died. And by law, the next prisoner who is scheduled to be executed—me—must be offered the position.
Book Beginning
Locked in darkness that surrounded me like a coffin, I had nothing to distract me from my memories. Vivid recollections waited to ambush me whenever my mind wandered.
Friday 56
In my room, I locked the door. When I turned around, I spied Reyad's ghost lounging on my bed. The wound in his neck hung open, and blood stained his nightshirt black. In contrast, his blonde hair was combed in the latest style, his mustache groomed to perfection, and his light blue eyes glowed.
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I haven't read anything by this author, but Poison Study seems intriguing. Enjoy your current read! :-)
ReplyDeleteIt's so good! Thanks for coming by, Breana! :)
DeleteI loved Poison Study! It's actually one of the few I've reread. I think I only read book two after that though, I still need to finish the series. 😊
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The whole series is awesome, but none of the others quite compare to Poison Study, at least for me. Thanks for stopping by, Louise! :)
DeleteThis is one I have wanted to read for like forever now... I should someday. :-) Happy Victoria Day weekend!
ReplyDeleteIt's the best! I think you'll really enjoy it. Thanks for the visit, Freda! :)
DeleteThis book ws quite popular in my library for many years. Do you plan to read on in the series? My quotes and thoughts on A Heart in a Body in the World
ReplyDeleteI've read the whole series through once, but I'd love to read the whole thing again soon. Thanks for coming by, Anne! :)
DeleteFavorite books are the best, aren't they? I have some that I love to reread over and over, too. :)
ReplyDeleteThey sure are. I had quite a few other books that I needed to read, but this one was calling my name. It's so good! Thanks for visiting, Lark! :)
DeleteWith so many books to read, that you want to reread this one says a lot. Sounds like a intriguing premise and I love the cover!
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice to revisit old favorites sometimes. Thanks for stopping by, Roberta! :)
DeleteOne of these days I will read this. :)
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It's the best! Thanks for coming by, Lauren! :)
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