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A young woman discovers the life she knew was a lie and must travel to the world she was born into in author Katrina Zari’s “The Queen of Nordern”.

The Synopsis

What if one day, your whole life changes when you are told that are not from this world you’ve known, but are actually a Princess from a kingdom located in a different world called Mirral?

What if you learn that in the world you are from, some people have special powers?

What if you fall in love with the one who came to bring you back to your kingdom?

What if no matter how much power you possess, what you want most is the one thing you cannot have?

The Review

This was a phenomenal and powerful fantasy story. The narrative’s fast pacing and the characters’ dynamics were immediately felt. The imagery used by the author in their writing allowed the reader to feel instantly transported alongside the protagonist to Mirral. The action and suspense fused into this sci-fi and fantasy-driven narrative allowed the reader to feel engaged in the hero’s journey the protagonist found themselves on.

Yet, in this book, the heart of the story rests in the chemistry between the protagonist and the person who came to bring her back to Mirral. The heat that develops and how they complement one another as they head into trouble on their path make this story shine. Yet it was the prosperous development of the protagonist herself, a strong and independent woman who takes this world-shattering news in stride and fights to showcase her power and determination, making her a fantastic hero to root for. 

The Verdict

Epic, thrilling, and entertaining author Katrina Zari’s “The Queen of Nordern” is a must-read fantasy and sci-fi tale that is not to be missed. The twists and turns in the narrative and the fantastic world-building the author utilized pleasantly let the reader get lost in this story. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

About the Author

Katrina Zari, an author born and raised in Russia, spent a significant time of her life immersed in its rich culture before transitioning on a life-changing journey to the United States two decades ago. Her decision to relocate was driven by love, as she followed the one and only person who held her heart. Throughout her upbringing, Katrina developed a strong passion for literature, particularly science fiction, fantasy, and related genres. The local public library became her second home, where she would lose herself for countless hours in the captivating stories written by Asimov and Bradbury, King and Tolkien, Verne and Stephenson, or any other Si-Fi book she could access.

Inspired by these literary giants, Katrina’s creative mind was crowded with stories of her own imagination. She always wrote stories in her head, inspired by those great books. She was adding her own characters and coming up with their new adventures. It was no surprise that her stories predominantly featured a courageous female protagonist, a reflection of her deep understanding of these inspiring heroines whom she gladly associated herself with.

Years later, she found the courage to transition those stories from her thoughts onto paper.

https://katrinazari.com