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More info A mesmerizing sequel to the New York Times bestseller Star Queen. The Crown of Desires is a unique novel filled with Indian mythology and folklore. The book will definitely appeal to fans of the novels «The Bone Witch» and «Destroy the Kingdom», as well as everyone who appreciates the bright and picturesque fantasy. The writer Roshani Chokshi has Indian roots, so she is perfectly familiar with the mythology of her country, traditions and colors that she conveyed on the pages of the book. The book will tell the story of Maya’s sister Gauri, princess Bharata, who, after the events of the Star Queen novel, became the head of the kingdom. Abstract Gauri is a warlike princess of Bharata, who was betrayed by her own brother. Exile and death await her, and therefore the girl has nothing to lose. Hope comes unexpectedly in the form of Vikram, the cunning prince of a neighboring country and its nemesis. Not wanting to remain a puppet in the hands of his own advisers, Vikram offers Gauri to return the kingdom in exchange for her help. They will have to leave their differences and unite in order to win together in the Tournament of Desires — a competition that will take place in the Otherworld. The lord of wealth promises to fulfill any desire of the one who overcomes all trials. Poisonous courtesans, a garden of glass birds, a feast of fears and spell-filled dishes are just some of the dangers that await participants. But soon Gauri and Vikram will find that there is nothing more dangerous than their own desires.
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