Shea Michaels

Blending Slavic mythology, romance, and spiritual realism, Tears of the Alkonost opens a sweeping nine-book saga explori… Blending Slavic mythology, romance, and spiritual realism, Tears of the Alkonost opens a sweeping nine-book saga exploring the feminine spirit, resilience, and transformation within the world of the Thrice-Nine Kingdoms. As the first book in the Maiden Trilogy, it begins a series that reenvisions the epic life of Young Baba Yaga. Set in 650 AD, Young Yaga and the Thrice-Nine Kingdoms: Tears of the Alkonost unfolds in a world on the brink of change. With the Old Gods fading and dark forces stirring in the shadows, Yaga Luchanova must awaken to a power she scarcely understands. With the help of unlikely allies, and bound by an unexpected connection that challenges her solitude, Yaga is a young Witch who must reconcile with her past-before an ancient darkness can destroy everything she loves. read more