Jane Yolen

In a land ruled by generations of formidable warrior women, young White Jenna is raised within a matriarchal culture def… In a land ruled by generations of formidable warrior women, young White Jenna is raised within a matriarchal culture defined by strength and tradition. Her coming-of-age journey is shadowed by a complex bond with her dark sister, whose path diverges sharply from Jenna's own. As ancient prophecies and a mentor's guidance shape her fate, Jenna must navigate a treacherous landscape of power and betrayal. Her choices will not only determine her own identity but also the future of her people in a world teetering on the brink of change. read more

Internal jealousy, obstinacy, and treachery threaten the royal house of a great queen and the future of her matriarchal… Internal jealousy, obstinacy, and treachery threaten the royal house of a great queen and the future of her matriarchal land in the concluding volume of the acclaimed Great Alta high fantasy series Decades have passed since White Jenna fulfilled the ancient prophecy, becoming queen of the Dales after defeating the king of Garun and driving the cruel occupiers back to their homeland. Since then, a fragile peace has been maintained through an exchange of royal hostages. Jenna's eldest son, Jemson, travels across the ocean to live with the enemy while the queen, in the way of the Dales, prepares her adopted daughter, Scillia, to eventually rule. A frail, one-armed child discovered abandoned on the battlefield, Scillia is thirteen now. She is confused and conflicted, resentful of her mother's teachings and the pressures of ascendance. But even more troubling is her brother's resentment. Jemson was corrupted in his thinking by his time among the patriarchal Garunians and is now determined to rule. The dangerous storms brewing in the royal house of Queen Jenna and the dying King Carum could have devastating consequences for all the people of the Dales: A powerful enemy over the waters is watching for any sign of weakness and instability, eager to reignite the terrible fires of the Gender Wars. Multiple award-winning fantasist Jane Yolen brings her acclaimed saga to a breathtaking conclusion with The One-Armed Queen, ingeniously blending story, myth, poetry, and song to create a truly unforgettable culture and fantasy world. read more