JULY 2022 - AudioFile
Narrator Dani Martineck transports listeners to the brewing revolution in the fae kingdom of Asalin in this satisfying conclusion to the story that began with THE WITCH KING. Trans teenager Wyatt just wants to live a normal life with his boyfriend—but when your boyfriend is a fae king who is trying to end his people’s long-standing oppression of witches, normal isn’t really possible. Martineck expertly differentiates character voices—human, fae, and witch—but it’s their snarky interpretation of Wyatt as a person who is angry but working on it that steals the show. Wyatt wears his emotions on his sleeve, and Martineck captures every aspect of his full personality. A rollicking good time, full of dark magic and trans joy. L.S. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine
From the Publisher
Praise for The Witch King☆ "Edgmon's ebullient debut depicts a variety of trans perspectives with tender sensitivity, and quintessential walking disaster Wyatt's self-deprecating humor, punk glee, and surprisingly level head are vividly lovable... Readers will adore this revolution-tinged celebration of trans joy, which refreshingly builds its conflict without jumping for trauma tropes." –Publishers Weekly, Starred Review "This romantically charged, anti-fascist fantasy presents a diverse cast of queer characters... The page-turning resolution promises an irresistible duology closer to come." –Kirkus Reviews "A complex fantasy debut, rich in nuanced LGBTQIA+ representation and timely social commentary, perfect for fans of Adam Silvera, Holly Black, and Rin Chupeco." –School Library Journal "Edgmon's debut is a spellbinding duology starter, ultimately driven by its core cast of complicated and lovable characters, who will keep readers laughing with deftly written, witty dialogue that never veers into cliché, and a richly layered world that feels incredibly real, with high-stakes fascism, corruption, and oppression. Readers will be left eager for the sequel to this fiery stunner of a fantasy." –Booklist
JULY 2022 - AudioFile
Narrator Dani Martineck transports listeners to the brewing revolution in the fae kingdom of Asalin in this satisfying conclusion to the story that began with THE WITCH KING. Trans teenager Wyatt just wants to live a normal life with his boyfriend—but when your boyfriend is a fae king who is trying to end his people’s long-standing oppression of witches, normal isn’t really possible. Martineck expertly differentiates character voices—human, fae, and witch—but it’s their snarky interpretation of Wyatt as a person who is angry but working on it that steals the show. Wyatt wears his emotions on his sleeve, and Martineck captures every aspect of his full personality. A rollicking good time, full of dark magic and trans joy. L.S. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine
