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Shaman-for-hire Eugenie Markham strives to keep the mortal realm safe from trespassing entities. But as the Thorn Land's prophecy-haunted queen, there's no refuge for her and her soon-to-be-born-children when a mysterious blight begins to devastate the Otherworld. . .

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  • Eugenie Markham: Lead character. She works as Shaman-for-hire in the human world. Queen of Thorn and Rowan Land. Daughter of Tirigan Storm King. She is also the mother of Issac and Ivy. She has an on/off relationship with Dorian king of the Oak Land.
  • Kiyo Marquez: Kitsune; ex boyfriend of Eugenie.
  • King Dorian: King of the Oak Land and Eugenie's on/off lover. He has red hair and green eyes and is described as being absolutley gorgeous. He is a strong fey and has hopes of the prophecy of Storm King's heir coming true.
  • Jasmine Delaney: Eugenie's half sister. Daughter of Tirigan Storm King. She has magical powers over water.
  • Pagiel: Ysabel's son who acts as a bodyguard for Eugenie. He has power over Air.
  • Roland: Eugenie's step father and slayer of the Storm King. A shaman.
  • Issac: AKA Thundro; Eugenie's son and brother of Ivy.
  • Ivy: Daughter of Eugenie and sister of Isaac.
  • Volusian: Eugenie's bound evil spirit, forced to do her bidding.
  • Queen Maiwenn: Fey Queen of the Willow Land and on/off lover of Kiyo. She is mother to Luisa, Kiyo's daughter and trys to kill Eugenie's twins because of the prophecy.
  • Ysabel: Pagiel and Ansonia's mother who used to be Dorian's mistress.
  • Edira: Ysabel's mother.
  • Ansonia: Ysabel's daughter.
  • Candace Reed: Shaman of Alabama and married to Charles.
  • Charles: Candace's wife and uncle of Evan.
  • Evan: Evan is a school teacher from Alabama who develops feelings for Eugenie. Helps to raise her children.
  • Shaya: A healer that works for Eugenie in the Thorn and Rowan lands.
  • Rurik: Rurik is a soldier of Rowan and Thorn. He is married to Shaya.
  • Yaria: Queen of the yew land.
  • Timothy Red Horse: Eugenie's roommate & housekeeper. He stays at her house rent free, but does housekeeping & cooking in exchange for rent. Dating Lara, Eugenie's secretary.
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  • “We were not our parents. Each individual was his or her own person, no matter the heritage.”
    Eugenie Markham
  • “We can't do this without you," I managed at last. "Everyone talks about my powers, but you're the badass here.”
    Eugenie
  • “I did, however, manage to do it without hurting those dogs. Very considerate of me. Don't let it be said I'm not an animal lover-that wretched kitsune aside.”
    Dorian
  • “My smile faded, and I suddenly felt confused. My heart leapt in my chest. "Why would you do that for me?" "What wouldn't I do for you?”
    Eugenie and Dorian
  • “I really do hate the idea of anyone risking their lives for me. Especially Pagiel. I like him.” “That’s the unfortunate thing,” said Dorian, smiling. “It’s always going to be people you like. Enemies tend not to risk their lives for you. Only your friends are willing to make the sacrifice.”
    Eugenie and Dorian
  • “People get too caught up in what they don’t have and get bogged down as a result. There’s joy in the present. It’s important to just make the most of these moments we have. Keep an eye on the future, but don’t forget to enjoy now.”
    Evan

First Sentence edit see section history

I'm sure Ohio's a perfectly nice place, once you get to know it.

Table of Contents edit see section history

Chapter 1 - 29

Series & Lists edit see section history

This is book 4 of 4 in Dark Swan. (standard series)

Preceded by Iron Crowned.

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Richelle Mead (Author)

First Edition edit see section history

Original Language: English
Publisher: Zebra
Country: USA
Publication Date: December 27, 2011
ISBN: 978-1420111804
Page Count: 352

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Notes for Parents edit see section history

Reading Level: Adults

Sexual content

Books with Additional Background Information edit see section history

   
  • Storm Born
  • Thorn Queen
  • Iron Crowned

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