Thorn Season (Hb)

Thorn Season is a high-stakes magical journey through the perilous kingdom of Daradon, where power comes with danger and every kiss of betrayal cuts deep. This YA romantasy blends intricate magic, palace intrigue, and a coming-of-age quest perfect for teens and young adults who crave sharp wit, breathless twists, and a romance that stays earned. Follow Alissa Paine, a noble heiress and a Wielder, as she approaches her eighteenth season, navigating a treacherous court where survival hinges on strategy, secrets, and choosing which battles matter most. Written in lush, cinematic prose, Thorn Season invites readers into a world where rival factions, a beguiling foreign ambassador, and a dangerously charming ruler shape Alissa’s fate. The book is structured around her coming-of-age season in the royal court, delivering fast-paced chapters, witty banter, and heart-stopping reveals without losing the emotional core: a young woman learning to wield her power without losing herself. Expect vivid settings, high-stakes diplomacy, and moments of humor that balance the tension as you ride the twists, all from the debut voice of Katherine Webber that promises to hook you from the very first page. Rich, immersive world-building of Daradon and a perilous magic system surrounding Wielders Intricate court politics, shifting alliances, and romantic entanglements with a dangerous ruler and a beguiling ambassador Fast-paced, twist-laden narrative with sharp humor and emotional depth Strong, determined protagonist Alissa Paine and her coming-of-age journey Accessible, page-turning prose that makes complex intrigue easy to follow Thorn Season leaves readers energized and eager for more of Daradon, reminding you that true power comes with responsibility, and that secrets kept close can shape not just a life, but a kingdom.