The Assassin Thief
Perth
:
New Dawn
,
2022
25396064
2022
single work
novel
fantasy
'BETRAYED BY HER QUEEN.
HAUNTED BY HER GIFTS.
FORGOTTEN BY HER PEOPLE.
'Telium was once the most feared assassin in all Alkoria. Now she lives out her days in exile as she fights for dominance over her dark gifts.
'But all that changes when an errant Fae warrior enters her domain. Drawn by rumours of a powerful being said to be borne from the shadow of the dark goddess Tenebris.
'With their kingdoms on the brink of chaos, he calls for her aid in his mission to defeat the Mad Fae King and prevent an all-out war.
'But the road to the Fae capital of Meannthe is a long one, and haunted by memories of her past, Telium must decide if she can risk losing dominance over the darkness in her soul.'
Source: Publisher's blurb.
The Soul Thief
Perth
:
New Dawn
,
2023
26829132
2023
single work
novel
fantasy
'Telium's greatest mistake has cost her more than she can bear. With the revered King of Thresiel dead, the fragile balance between kingdoms is crumbling, and she may be too broken to stop it. Now, the mission she lost everything to prevent is resurging. Her traitorous lover is gone, and someone far more menacing has stepped in to take his place. Forced before an unforgiving Queen to pay for her crimes, Telium is ordered to stop the rising rebellion. With her soul bonded to another, Telium faces a world of corruption, fickle gods and well-buried secrets. She must bargain with her life to protect her people, whatever the cost.'
(Publication summary)
The Queen Thief
Perth
:
New Dawn Press
,
2024
29141585
2024
single work
novel
fantasy
'Telium is playing a deadly game, risking everything she knows and holds dear. The cities, the temples, even the Goddess's hang in the balance. She is running out of hands to play, Alkoria the losing bet.
'She has fought rebellions, killed kings, and broken queens, but nothing will prepare her for her final battle. With her newfound family by her side, and the threat to her people, Telium suddenly has everything to lose. And as the game becomes far more perilous, inconceivable players come forth from the shadows.
'Telium must push herself to her limit and dig deep into a past with secrets may destroy her. With a command branded on her soul, she will bargain with the Underrealm, usurp the balance, and become more vicious than ever to save her people. But she cannot predict the power play that will shake the very foundations of Alkoria.
'In a desperate fight to save her people, Telium will risk it all. She is sure to discover that the only thing guaranteed in war... is death.
'In this triumphant conclusion, Madeline Te Whiu takes us on a whirlwind of action, adventure and steamy romance.' (Publication summary)
