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Books in The Sweet Black Waves Trilogy series

  • Bright Raven Skies

    Kristina Perez

    Hardcover (Imprint, Aug. 25, 2020)
    Bright Raven Skies is the thrilling conclusion to the lush and heart-wrenching romantic fantasy trilogy about ancient magic, warring families, and star-crossed lovers by Kristina Pérez.To save the kingdom, Branwen embraced the darkest aspects of her magic. But she may have lost herself―and the two people she loves most.Tristan and Eseult are missing. As Branwen searches for them, she must hide the truth surrounding their disappearance from both the king and her lover. Above all, she must find the Queen and her Champion first.New and old enemies circle Branwen, clamoring for power and revenge, and threatening to destroy the fragile peace that she has sacrificed everything to secure.An Imprint Book"A feminist triumph... Pérez’s alternative medieval world is immersive and detailed, her prose lush with mystical symbolism." ―Kirkus Reviews
  • Wild Savage Stars: A Sweet Black Waves Novel

    Kristina Perez

    Hardcover (Imprint, Aug. 27, 2019)
    Inspired by the legend of Tristan and Iseult, Kristina Pérez's Wild Savage Stars is the spellbinding sequel to Sweet Black Waves.Branwen has a secret powerful enough to destroy two kingdoms.Her ancient magic led to a terrible betrayal by both her best friend, the princess Essy, and her first love, Tristan. Now this same magic is changing Branwen. Adrift in a rival court, Branwen must hide the truth from the enemy king by protecting the lovers who broke her heart―and finds herself considering a darker path.Not everyone wants the alliance with Branwen’s kingdom to succeed―peace is balanced on a knife’s edge, and her only chance may be to embrace the darkness within…And don't miss the thrilling conclusion in Bright Raven Skies!An Imprint Book “Come for the torrid romance, stay for the dramatic intrigue and fierce feminism.” ―Kirkus Reviews
  • Sweet Black Waves

    Kristina PĂ©rez

    Hardcover (Imprint, June 5, 2018)
    Two proud kingdoms stand on opposite shores, with only a bloody history between them. As best friend and lady-in-waiting to the princess, Branwen is guided by two principles: devotion to her homeland and hatred for the raiders who killed her parents. When she unknowingly saves the life of her enemy, he awakens her ancient healing magic and opens her heart. Branwen begins to dream of peace, but the princess she serves is not so easily convinced. Fighting for what's right, even as her powers grow beyond her control, will set Branwen against both her closest confidant and the only man she's ever loved. Inspired by the star-crossed tale of Tristan and Eseult, this is the story of the legend's true heroine: Branwen. For fans of Graceling and The Mists of Avalon, this is the first book of a lush fantasy trilogy about warring countries, family secrets, and forbidden romance.
  • Sweet Black Waves

    Kristina Perez

    Paperback (Square Fish, Aug. 27, 2019)
    For fans of Graceling and The Mists of Avalon, Kristina Pérez's Sweet Black Waves is a lush fantasy about warring countries and forbidden romance that will have readers entranced.As best friend and lady-in-waiting to the princess, Branwen is guided by two principles: devotion to her homeland and hatred for the raiders who killed her parents. When she unknowingly saves the life of her enemy, he awakens her ancient healing magic and opens her heart. Branwen begins to dream of peace, but the princess she serves is not so easily convinced. Fighting for what's right, even as her powers grow, will set Branwen against her best friend and the only man she's ever loved.Kristina Pérez's debut features star-crossed lovers who change the fate of two nations. Inspired by the legend of Tristan and Iseult, this is the story of the legend’s true heroine: Branwen.And don't miss the spellbinding sequel, Wild Savage Stars!An Imprint Book “Fans of Joan Wolf’s Dark Ages of Britain trilogy and Tessa Gratton’s The Queens of Innis Lear will enjoy this dreamy tale, which is carried along with vibrant descriptions and intense emotion.” ―RT Reviews“Devastating... will leave readers eager for a sequel.” ―Publishers Weekly
  • Wild Savage Stars: A Sweet Black Waves Novel

    Kristina Perez

    Paperback (Square Fish, Jan. 1, 2023)
    Inspired by the legend of Tristan and Iseult, Kristina Perez's Wild Savage Stars is the spellbinding sequel to Sweet Black Waves.Branwen has a secret powerful enough to destroy two kingdoms.Her ancient magic led to a terrible betrayal by both her best friend, the princess Essy, and her first love, Tristan. Now this same magic is changing Branwen. Adrift in a rival court, Branwen must hide the truth from the enemy king by protecting the lovers who broke her heart―and finds herself considering a darker path. Not everyone wants the alliance with Branwen’s kingdom to succeed―peace is balanced on a knife’s edge, and her only chance may be to embrace the darkness within… An Imprint Book Praise for Sweet Black Waves:“Star-crossed love, tested loyalties, and magic that binds and burns―Sweet Black Waves gripped me all the way to the shocking ending.” ―Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl from Everywhere and The Ship Beyond Time“Intense, swoon worthy, and smart.” ―Vic James, author of Gilded Cage and Tarnished City