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The Demon King (Seven Realms, #1)
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The Exiled Queen (Seven Realms, #2)
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2010
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The Gray Wolf Throne (Seven Realms, #3)
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2011
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The Warrior Heir (The Heir Chronicles, #1)
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2006
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The Crimson Crown (Seven Realms, #4)
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2012
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The Wizard Heir (The Heir Chronicles, #2)
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2007
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The Dragon Heir (The Heir Chronicles, #3)
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2008
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Flamecaster (Shattered Realms, #1)
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2016
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The Enchanter Heir (The Heir Chronicles, #4)
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2013
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Shadowcaster (Shattered Realms, #2)
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“So here's the truth - I love you. I love everything about you – the way you stick up for people even when it costs you. The way you keep trying to do the right thing even when you're not exactly sure what the right thing is. I love how you put words together. You're as skilled with words as any knife fighter with a blade. You can put an enemy down on his back, or you can raise people up so they find what's best in themselves. You've changed my life. You've given me the words I need to become whatever I want.
I love how you talk to lytlings. You don't talk down to them. You respect them, and anybody can tell you're actually interested in what they have to say.
I love the way you ride a horse – how you stick there like an upland thistle, whooping like a Demonai. I love the way you throw back your head and stomp your feet when you dance. I love how you go after what you want – whether it's kisses or a queendom.
I love your skin, like copper dusted over with gold. And your eyes – they're the color of a forest lake shaded by evergreens. One of the secret places that only the Demonai know about.
I love the scent of you – when you've been out in the fresh air, and that perfume you put behind your ears sometimes.
Believe it or not, I even love your road smell – of sweat and horses and leather and wool.
I want to breathe you in for the rest of my life.”
― The Crimson Crown
I love how you talk to lytlings. You don't talk down to them. You respect them, and anybody can tell you're actually interested in what they have to say.
I love the way you ride a horse – how you stick there like an upland thistle, whooping like a Demonai. I love the way you throw back your head and stomp your feet when you dance. I love how you go after what you want – whether it's kisses or a queendom.
I love your skin, like copper dusted over with gold. And your eyes – they're the color of a forest lake shaded by evergreens. One of the secret places that only the Demonai know about.
I love the scent of you – when you've been out in the fresh air, and that perfume you put behind your ears sometimes.
Believe it or not, I even love your road smell – of sweat and horses and leather and wool.
I want to breathe you in for the rest of my life.”
― The Crimson Crown
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2015 Series Reads
This will decide our Series Reads for 2015
Depending on the length of the series, we will read the top few choices, so choose carefully!
This will decide our Series Reads for 2015
Depending on the length of the series, we will read the top few choices, so choose carefully!
Promise of Blood-Powder Mage Trilogy by Brian McClellan
Legend-Drenai by David Gemmell
The Demon King-Seven Realms by Cinda Williams Chima
The Emperor's Knife-Tower and Knife Trilogy byMazarkis Williams
Shadowmarch-Shadowmarch by Tad Williams
Black Sun Rising-Coldfire by C.S. Friedman
The Diamond Throne-Elenium by David Eddings
Kushiel's Scion-Imriel's trilogy byJacqueline Carey
The Broken Crown-The Sun Sword by Michelle West
Thinblade-Sovereign of the 7 Islands by David A. Wells
Prospero Lost-Prospero's daughter by L. Jagi Lamplighter
Rules of Ascension-Winds of the Forelands by David B. Coe
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| Wild Things: YA G...: "Heir" trilogy by Cinda Williams Chima | 7 | 66 | Jul 02, 2009 06:47PM | |
| The Book Challenge: Luann's 2009 Challenge - Author and Title A-Z - COMPLETED! | 55 | 293 | Dec 20, 2009 11:18PM | |
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“Unlike many at court, who tried to spend as much time in front of the king as they could, Destin valued his privacy. So, in addition to his apartment within the palace, he kept a suite of rooms at the Cup and Comfort Inn on the riverfront. Any kind of pleasure could be had at the Cup and Comfort for a price, but what Destin treasured most was anonymity. This was a place where he could be himself.
So it was with not a little alarm that he unlocked the door to his rooms at the inn to find Lila Barrowhill sleeping in his fireside chair.
He froze in the doorway, but she must have heard him, because she opened her eyes and smiled at him sleepily. “I hope you don’t mind that I let myself in. I didn’t want to draw attention by sitting outside your door.”
Destin stepped inside and shut and locked the door behind him. Then turned to glare at her, his arms folded.
Lila grinned when she saw his expression. “Blood and bones, Karn, I’m so glad you’re still alive. It always seems that I’m a lot happier to see you than you are to see me. Well, except for that time you came to Oden’s Ford. Then there was that time in King Gerard’s garden—”
“How did you find this place?”
“I needed a cup and some comfort, and this place was recommended,” she said. She held up a cup she’d no doubt filled down in the taproom. “It’s truly amazing. You really can get anything you want here.” She winked at him.”
― Stormcaster
So it was with not a little alarm that he unlocked the door to his rooms at the inn to find Lila Barrowhill sleeping in his fireside chair.
He froze in the doorway, but she must have heard him, because she opened her eyes and smiled at him sleepily. “I hope you don’t mind that I let myself in. I didn’t want to draw attention by sitting outside your door.”
Destin stepped inside and shut and locked the door behind him. Then turned to glare at her, his arms folded.
Lila grinned when she saw his expression. “Blood and bones, Karn, I’m so glad you’re still alive. It always seems that I’m a lot happier to see you than you are to see me. Well, except for that time you came to Oden’s Ford. Then there was that time in King Gerard’s garden—”
“How did you find this place?”
“I needed a cup and some comfort, and this place was recommended,” she said. She held up a cup she’d no doubt filled down in the taproom. “It’s truly amazing. You really can get anything you want here.” She winked at him.”
― Stormcaster
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I have to read all your books, I still need to get to the last two books of the Heir series. Am I the only one hoping for the Heir series to be made into movies. Now that Harry Potter is over I think its time to start looking at other series for movies.
Emily wrote: "So I just finished The Heir Chronicles and I absolutely loved them. Seriously, one of the best series I've ever read. I was just wondering if maybe there would be a bit more to that series or if th..."Thank you, Emily! I assume you've read all five Heir books? No plans to write more now, but one never knows.
So I just finished The Heir Chronicles and I absolutely loved them. Seriously, one of the best series I've ever read. I was just wondering if maybe there would be a bit more to that series or if there would be a different story in that world. I think I'll try The Demon King though.
Patrick wrote: "Must say I enjoy your writing and though I've only read the Heir Series. I CAN'T WAIT to read Shattered Realms and Seven Realms. Been a fan ever since I picked up Warrior Heir!"Thank you, Patrick!
Must say I enjoy your writing and though I've only read the Heir Series. I CAN'T WAIT to read Shattered Realms and Seven Realms. Been a fan ever since I picked up Warrior Heir!
Nadia wrote: "Since your books have magical elements, I really sincerely hope you will resurrect Han Alister! I don't know how, but I hope you will. My other favorite author J.K Rowling has killed many character..."I was the first to cry...
Since your books have magical elements, I really sincerely hope you will resurrect Han Alister! I don't know how, but I hope you will. My other favorite author J.K Rowling has killed many characters, and I could not cope with her killing certain characters, but Han Alister is different. I literally sobbed after page 26 of Flamecaster. :( :( :( :(
Thanks so much for accepting my friendship request here on Goodreads!
Thanks so much for accepting my friendship request Cinda. I love your Heir Chronicles and am keen to read the Seven Realms series too. It is great to see you like Code Name Verity as much as I do too. Hope you have a brilliant holiday season and wish you all that is good for 2015 from Judith xxx
Vetsy wrote: "Just wanted to say that I love the Seven Realms series and I just wanted to know when The Crimson Crown will be out in paperback format?"Paperback edition of The Crimson Crown is set for release September 24, 2013.
Just wanted to say that I love the Seven Realms series and I just wanted to know when The Crimson Crown will be out in paperback format?
Hello! I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed reading the Seven Realms series! Your books are definitely one of my favorites. I'll be reading the Heir Chronicles which I'm pretty sure would be great too. Thank you!
Thank you for giving this series such a beautiful and satisfying ending. I have spent the most wonderful day lost in Raisa and Han's world.
Your books have changed my life! It's hard to find great fantasy books nowadays and yours are my favourites! Don't stop writing because I'll always be there waiting for them to come out. Always.
Hello Mrs. Chima. I must say, I am an avid reader of your novels, and do quite enjoy the experience that each gives me. Right now, I am anxiously awaiting to get a hold of the second Realms book, for a long waitng list at my public library prevents me from reading it. Thank you so very much, and I really loved the Heir novels. Simply fantastic!
Tiko wrote: "thank you so much for accepting my friendship request!!!! i sooooo enjoyed your seven realms series.... cant wait for a forth book!!!
i really think that you are one of the "BESTEST" fantasy au..."
Tiko, thanks for the kind words and for spreading the word!
thank you so much for accepting my friendship request!!!! i sooooo enjoyed your seven realms series.... cant wait for a forth book!!!
i really think that you are one of the "BESTEST" fantasy authors!!! thanks for giving us such great books to read...
Hi! I just want to say that you and your books are brilliant and I'm completely fangirling right now that you liked my pre-review for The Crimson Crown. Holy shiz yay!! xD
E. wrote: "Hi Mrs. Chima! You recently skyped with Baxter County Library and I was so inspired (even if I did pop in late). I held on to every word you said.
Thank you for being such an inspiration!"
E, I had a great time Skyping with Baxter! Thanks to the kind words!
Hi Mrs. Chima! You recently skyped with Baxter County Library and I was so inspired (even if I did pop in late). I held on to every word you said.
Thank you for being such an inspiration!
Nerwen Elendil wrote: "Hi Cinda! Thank you so much for accepting my friend request. I've recently bought "The Warrior Heir" and, I have to admit... IT'S FREAKING AWESOME!!! Can't wait to order the rest.
Thank you for s..."
Thank you! for the book love. Hope you'll keep on reading
Hi Cinda! Thank you so much for accepting my friend request. I've recently bought "The Warrior Heir" and, I have to admit... IT'S FREAKING AWESOME!!! Can't wait to order the rest.
Thank you for such a wonderful story ^_^
Hi Cinda! It was so amazing meeting you. Love the blog post and our pic is so great! I can't stop bragging. Thank you again! Cheers!
Bella
Hey Cinda,Thank you for accepting my friend request. I am dying to read your books. I hear such amazing things about them. :)
Just finished Gray Wolf Throne... I Loved it, and can't wait for book four.. this is an amazing series.. and I just gotta tell ya that I love Han and Raisa together, I'm so hoping at the series end we see those two end up together and happy...
Daniel wrote: "Can't wait for book four of the seven realms series (i think you can stretch the series into several more books but that's just my wishful thinking :D) Gray wolf throne was the best book i have rea..."meh too
Cinda wrote: "Jackie wrote: "Cinda after you finsh the seven realm series will write another book that Han and Raisa in it. Like in The Heroes of the Olympus series"It's possible I may write more books in the ...but first I have to finish the two Heir books promised. "
Thank a lot Cinda! I can't wait for the The new Heir books! And i can't wait to what you will do after book 4 of the seven realm series that wold be awesome if you write more of it! I LOVE ALL YOUR BOOK!
Jackie wrote: "Cinda after you finsh the seven realm series will write another book that Han and Raisa in it. Like in The Heroes of the Olympus series"It's possible I may write more books in the Seven Realms world..but first I have to finish the two Heir books promised.
Can't wait for book four of the seven realms series (i think you can stretch the series into several more books but that's just my wishful thinking :D) Gray wolf throne was the best book i have read yet, kept me on my toes throughout the whole story and i could not stop reading, i will be depressed until next fall knowing i can't find out what happens next until then :/
Cinda after you finsh the seven realm series will write another book that Han and Raisa in it. Like in The Heroes of the Olympus series
Sara wrote: "I just finished the Gray Wolf Throne today... SO sad that I have to wait for the last book!! It will be bittersweet to see the series end, but you did such an amazing job with this book!! I absolut..."me too i finish the 3 day after it come out
I just finished the Gray Wolf Throne today... SO sad that I have to wait for the last book!! It will be bittersweet to see the series end, but you did such an amazing job with this book!! I absolutely love your ability to tell stories and draw the reader in! I just wanted to thank you for writing a series I can truly get excited about and read over and over! You are AMAZING!! Can't wait for the last book to come out!!!
Hi Cinda! Thanks so much for accepting my friend request. :) I just recently finished the Heir Chronicles and I absolutely LOVED them! They are such great books! I can't wait to get started on the Seven Realms series! :)
~dragonrider~ wrote: "I cant wait for the next one!!! I am absolutely IN LOVE with HAn Allister. I love how you write and am very picky about my authors you're the top of the list by Chritopher Paolini and Homer. I love..."TRUTH: I love Micah, too!
Ward wrote: "Thanks of the books! It meant a lot to me and Lisa to have you at our party. We can't wait to read them all :)"Hi, Ward! Thank your Mom! She brought me the books nd asked me to sign! Good meeting Lisa and seeing you again. CWC
Thanks of the books! It meant a lot to me and Lisa to have you at our party. We can't wait to read them all :)
Corey wrote: "Hey! Love your books- they were part of the reason i have begun to write my own! Hope to see more from you soon! - Corey"Good luck with your writing. As for more from me, The Gray Wolf Throne comes out September 20. CWC
Hey! Love your books- they were part of the reason i have begun to write my own! Hope to see more from you soon! - Corey
thanks you for accepting my request. I love your books! Especially the Exiled Queen.
:)Thank you and your welcome! You're such a good author!
Thanks for accepting my request, and for the comment! :) I may be coming to your signing at the Stark County Library on Monday. I'm looking forward to it!
Hey Cinda...Thanks for accepting my friendship.
Thanks for advertising here on Goodreads! I'd much rather see more book reviews on here than some of the unrelated ads that normally come up. So thank you for supporting this awesome site! I'll definitely buy your book the next time I'm at a bookstore!
Richard wrote: "Thanks for the add. I remember the day I first read "The Warrior Heir" I was volunteering at the library when it kind of just feel into my hand when organizing a shelf."My books are enchanted, you know. Don't try to resist. CWC
Richard, well, they are enchanted, you know. Don't try and resist. CWC
Thanks for the add. I remember the day I first read "The Warrior Heir" I was volunteering at the library when it kind of just feel into my hand when organizing a shelf.
Thank you, thank you thank you--good to hear this early feedback on EQ! Cinda
OMG! Yay for coming to Houston! I was the first in the tour for Exiled Queen and I just finished it. I have to say WOW! I absolutely adored it! I'm such a fan of that series (I haven't read Heir Chronicles yet though) I need book three NOW!! :)Love your writing and originality and your excellently plotted story. I'm stunned and breathless. I want to read it over and over again!
Best,
Sab
