Guardian of the Drowned Empire

Frankie Diane Mallis

Jun 2022 · Drowned Empire Book 2 · Seven Queens Press

About this ebook

Now that Lyr has survived the Imperator's cruel punishment, she has only three months to prepare for the test that will decide her fate. Despite Rhyan's promise of additional training, her life has never been in more danger.

Enemies known and unknown get closer every day. While the Imperator's soldiers occupy the city, the Emartis rebels grow bolder, marking Lyr as their target.

Staying safe means more time under Rhyan's protection. But the closer they become, the more their desire ignites, the harder it becomes to resist temptation.

Secrets can only remain hidden for so long. Even ones Lyr bled for.

As new threats arrive at the Bamarian border, Lyr delves deeper into solving the mystery of her power. But revealing these secrets and surviving the Emperor's test may cost Lyr more than she can bargain for.

Loyalty will be tested. Lines will be crossed. Ancient promises will be reforged.

And most dangerous of all: as passion burns, oaths will be broken. 

Ratings and reviews

The slow build to the big reveal at the end was epic! You find yourself rooting for Lyriana (even though she makes some headache-inducing choices) and fuming at the most despicable characters. If you are looking for an action-packed book, solid world-building tied together with some spicy romance then this is for you. I cannot wait for what comes next!. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

I have been binge reading this series! It's a pretty easy read but overall has a good story and characters that are easy to root for.

was one of my best reads this year. wow wow wow.

About the author

Frankie Diane Mallis lives outside of Philadelphia where she is an award-winning university professor. When not writing or teaching, she practices yoga and belly dance and can usually be found baking gluten free desserts. Daughter of the Drowned Empire is her debut novel in the highly anticipated fantasy romance Drowned Empire Series. To learn more, visit www.frankiedianemallis.com, join the newsletter. Follow Frankie on Instagram @frankiediane, and on TikTok @frankiedianebooks.