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Rebel's Blade (The Aermian Feuds Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Frost Kay (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.4 2,307 ratings

Book 1 of 7: The Aermian Feuds

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Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black, and Leigh Bardugo are losing sleep over the first book in the COMPLETE enemies-to-lovers fantasy series The Aermian Feuds.

Kings and lies have one thing in common—they kill.

Fed up with the neglect and corruption of the crown, swordsmith Sage Blackwell steps forward to spy on the crown and lead the brewing rebellion. When her plans go south and one of Sage's own betrays her, she finds herself facing the devils themselves, her sworn enemies, the princes of Aermia.

Tehl Ramses is determined to crush the rising rebellion before civil war sweeps Aermia, leaving the kingdom vulnerable to the monsters breathing down his neck. His only key to figuring out how to stop the incoming war is the most infuriating, and alluring prisoner he's ever set eyes upon. He will do whatever to is necessary to save his people, even lose his own heart.

It's his heart or hers

The Aermian Feuds:
- Enemies to Lovers
- Slow Burn
- Dark Fantasy
- Rags to Riches
- Dragons
- Epic Adventure

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"I found the writitng to be on par with Queen Maas and Elise Kova!"


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"Exciting! A fantasy of the highest quality that checks every box and still pushes the bounds of originality."- YA Books Central

"Frost Kay makes you want to smack the characters with their own book."- Pages of Remedyz

"I should hate it, because she's the competition but I just can't. It's phenomenal. Great characters, flawless writing...I'm hooked."-Bestselling Author Sariah Skye

"There were so many times my heart was racing and I had a knot in my stomach while reading Rebel's Blade. You probably shouldn't start reading this book if you want to get anything done (But seriously, read it anyway! It is so worth it!)."- Amazon reviewer

"I found the writing to be on par with Queen Maas and Elise Kova; I recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy read that steps out of the box and makes a name for itself. Now I just need that next installment to be written as fast as possible. I'm dying to know what happens next!"- Fairestskyebooks

"Rebels Blade was BEYOND my expectations. It had me hooked from beginning to end, and after the ending left me wanting for more."- Fire and Ice Book Reviews

"Let me tell you, I'm a big fan of strong female characters and boy did this book deliver. An awesome kick tail character that can take down multiple guards. I want to be Sage when I grow up."- Amazon Reviewer

"Can I just say I had no idea what to expect when I picked up this book, and I was blown away by Frost Kay's style of writing. Each sentence is delicately crafted and paints the perfect scene in my mind."- Katelyn Anderson, author of Everlasting Flame

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Bestseller's List

#1 in Medieval Historical Fiction

#1 in Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction & Fantasy

#1 in Teen & Young Adult Fairy Tales & Folklore

#1 in Teen & Young Adult Royalty

#1 in Teen & Young Adult Sword and Sorcery

#1 in Teen & Young Adult Epic Fantasy

#93 on USA Today Bestseller's List 2017

#149 on USA Today Bestseller's List 2018

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Website: frostkay.com

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Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01NAVTG1W
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Renegade Publishing, LLC (March 8, 2017)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 8, 2017
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 7482 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 346 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #101,907 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #12 in Teen & Young Adult Medieval Fiction eBooks
- #499 in Teen & Young Adult Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks
- #1,348 in Coming of Age Fantasy (Books)

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FROST KAY is a USA Today bestselling author and a certified book dragon with an excessive TBR.

She adores telling stories of strong women, diverse cultures, and epic fantasy worlds filled with relatable characters and true love. She lives in the United States and when not immersed in her newest book, you can find her free diving in her mermaid tail, rock climbing, camping, or soaking up the sun with her cat.

Fans of Frost Kay love her epic fantasy and science fiction teen titles for their "witty banter and exquisitely crafted sentences (that) never leave you bored or wanting," and "find the writing on par with Queen (Sarah J.) Maas and Elise Kova."

You can find signed books on her website: www.frostkay.net

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Sabrina

Lack of Romance but a good story

Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2024

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I realize that this is the first of seven books but for me, there was no chemistry and really no romance between the two main love interests in this book. If anything, I feel like she had more of a connection with Gavriel than she did with Tahl. So hopefully, the romance will develop more in the next book because I didn’t feel it in this book, and could really care less if they get together. Personally, I don’t find him to be very interesting, but she is utterly fascinating. Sage is the main reason I will be continuing with this series.

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Rebecca H

4.5 STARS!!! Awesome Fantasy Debut!

Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2017

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I really, really enjoyed this book. The author writes as if she has been writing for years, and it lacks the awkward sentencing that many debut novels seem to have. Her writing flows, moving through the story and plot line with ease and it was a joy to read.
I thought the plot itself was well thought out and had enough twists and turns to keep readers interested wanting to find out more.
I would have liked to see an little more character development, in order to better understand and empathise with the different characters, but I can see by the ending that Frost Kay has given room to develop them more in depth over her next few (I hope!) Installments. I, myself, have already bonded and picked a couple of favourites who I am rooting for, but in the essence of not writing spoilers, I won't divulge who they are and why :)
The story ends on somewhat of a cliffhanger, but I felt it was well-rounded and a great ending that frustrated me just enough to be dying to read the next installment lol.
Frost Kay, your book was amazing! And it is one I highly recommend to all my friends. Now please hurry and write number 2! Enquiring minds are desperate to know what comes next!

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Megz288

A must read book

Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2017

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Exciting story betwen crowned prince, the kingdom and a commoner.. or so we thought..

What a well written first novel. Frost Kay has shown us many emotions throughout Sage and Tehl's sides of the story. Because we see both points of view from them, i wasnt able to hate either for what transpired. Though if we didnt have Tehls side id hate him as much as Sage does.

Sage is a strong independent main character, she shows love and kindness to those whom show the same to her, yet won't hesitate to defend herself, she is strong and fierce when she needs to be. Sage AKA Ruby goes through a horrific ordeal one that even if she wanted to forget the scars and torture, her scarred skin will never allow her to forget.

Tehl is the crowned Prince, he steps in where he can for his father, he loves his people and wants to help where he can. Tehl makes mistake after mistake with "Ruby" starting with his threats and then starving her in a cold prison. But his biggest mistake is unknowingly let a traitor whom thought to be loyal to the crown almost kill Ruby. Serge(traitor) is a sadistic evil man, whom flees once Tahl finds out what happened before he can punish him for his crimes.

Cannot wait for book two. Looking forward to more!!!!!

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Dawn R

Amazing first installment to a new series!

Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2017

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Where to begin.....I have read many books in my lifetime and have left reviews for very few. I was shocked to learn that this was Frost Kay's first book. Her writing style is wonderful and she really has a way of pulling you into the story and getting you attached to the characters. Rebel's Blade had me hooked from the very beginning. I immediately fell in love with Sage's loyalty and her willingness to go to great lengths to protect the people she loves. Sage constantly surprised me in the greatest way.

Set in a country during a time of civil unrest, Sage tries to do what she believes is best for the people of Aermia after feeling that the crown has all but abandoned them. Then she meets Tehl, the crown prince, along with his younger brother Sam and their cousin Gavriel. Suddenly, things don't seem so black and white, and it's time to answer for the decisions she's made. This is a story that will make you smile, laugh, and cry while being absorbed in this fantastic new world Frost Kay has created. I can't wait to read the next installment!

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CitCat

Promise with problems

Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2017

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This book would be 2 1/2 stars for me. I like the concept, and I think the author shows promise, but there are definitely problems. The main plus points for this book are that there are some good, if not original, characters and some nice dialogue sequences. Additionally, I like the idea that there are (at least) two sides to the story of a kingdom in trouble and revolution brewing (although this aspect has - so far - not been explored to the extent I would find interesting and the signs are that one side is going to be reduced to villain status which would be a shame).

However, for me, the main problem with the book is that it is too shallow and doesn't feel real. (Mild spoilers ahead)

Firstly, there are Princes trying to run a kingdom while their father, the King, is ill but the things they do are child-like: planning festivals and being spies. Running a kingdom requires more than this and I think if you want to create any realism you need to know something about government and show that in writing.

Secondly, the female lead is not realistic. She has somehow managed to be proficient in sword fighting, become the best sword maker around and been trained as an uber-spy-fighting-machine but there is never any real sense of how any of this is possible. She doesn't appear to train in anyway or do anything except excel at everything she does. We are simply told how great she is or hear people talking about her besting four elite guards in a fight (whilst in prison no less). For me there was no sense of depth to her. She is a list of proficiencies (including being amazingly attractive to all the male characters, if you count that as a proficiency) without much more. To be invested in a character I need to get a chance to journey with them as they develop, not be presented with the finished product.

Thirdly, some of the relationships in the book are just too convenient to be true. For example, the heroine's family seem remarkably unconcerned with her being taken prisoner, tortured and having been missing for weeks on end and yet still continuing to work for the resistance. That was all fine because she's such a great and caring person with a beautiful soul that they trusted that she is doing what she should/must to make the world a better place. And all of this is covered in a couple of pages. Seriously? I don't think so. Setting aside the issue of the saccharine-sickness such sentiments induce, no family is going to act in that way. It seemed that the author, having given the heroine a family, knew she had to deal with their reaction to her tribulations, but didn't really have the time or patience so just said "oh, look, it's all fine".

My overall impression was that there are some scenes the author wants to write, and relationships she wants to engineer, but the foundations are lacking. You cannot jump to the emotional pay-off pieces without putting in the emotional groundwork. That just doesn't work. Or, to the small extent it does, I feel cheated because I know there should be more. Get me invested in the characters and I care about the pay-off. Skip the investment process and things feel flat.

So, not great but worth a try if your prepared to wait for things to get better.

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Surprisingly good

Reviewed in France on September 14, 2020

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I was expecting a nice but classical story but not at all. It is an enemy to lover story but with a reversed harem hint and most of all, quite a psychological aspect that gives depth to it all. A tiny bit too slow to get the fifth star, but I will definitely read number 2!

Joann G

Mesmerizing!!!

Reviewed in Canada on March 12, 2018

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This story is told with such vivid clarity that you can picture everything as it unfolds. It was totally captivating. It took everything I had to put it down and go to bed. I recommend this book to anyone and everyone who appreciates a great story. I can hardly wait to start the next volume. Thank You for a great story!

Charly

Ein tolles Debüt

Reviewed in Germany on April 4, 2018

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Frost Kay hat mit ihrem Roman eine Welt erschaffen, aus der ich nicht mehr auftauchen wollte. Von Beginn an mochte ich die verschiedenen Blickwinkel, aus denen die Geschichte erzählt wurde - alle Handlungen und Entscheidungen der Charaktere fand ich sehr menschlich und auch nachvollziehbar. Die Handlung ist nicht gehetzt, trotzdem stand ich permanent unter Spannung und konnte das Buch nicht mehr aus der Hand legen. Die Beziehung zwischen Sage (Rebellin) und Tehl (Kronprinzen) entwickelt sich auch sehr gemächlich über die Bücher, was sich sehr realistisch anfühlt.
Von nun an warte ich sehnsüchtig auf den vierten Teil der Reihe - sie ist nur zu empfehlen!

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PGal

EPIC Fantasy - I NEED BOOK 2 NOW!!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 25, 2017

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Fantasy is one of my favourite genre’s and is one of the reasons I love books so much - I read ALOT of fantasy! So of course as an avid reader I had to pick up this book!

The main character is Sage and she is brought into a rebellion because she loves her country and wants to help keep those she loves safe - but equally without harming anyone unnecessarily to reach their goals! What an interesting character she is - bold and strong in a male dominated world. She works secretly as a blacksmith, creating beautiful weapons of war! Her family allow her to do this, however selling her works under her fathers name! Secretly Sage has also trained with the weapons of war she has created - as her father told her that she can’t make a perfect weapon without learning how its moves and how to use it (smart man her dad). The rebellion have been watching her - and realise her potential as a swordsman, spy and and sword maker!

Sage is a beautiful, snarky and sharp female lead - thank god - because if I get one more sappy, skirt wearing, damsel in distress ‘heroine’ in the fantasy Genre I will cry! Sage has the sassy vibes of Celaena Sardothien from Sarah J Maas’ Throne of Glass series! She is feisty even under torture and capture - however does suffer for what is done to her, which of course makes her so much believable! I love a broken but strong character - she doesn’t let it cripple her!

The book is set in two POV - which flips between Sage’s and Prince Tehl - so we get to see from a commoner outside the castle walls and also through the Royal’s point of view. These work alongside and then meld together to tell a very similar story as Sage begins to learn what the Royal are keeping from their people. Never once did I get confused between who was speaking and totally felt that each character had there own voice and personality!

Prince Sam, second in line to the throne after his brother is a sexy, smart ass spy. Gavriel, a big Bear with a heart of gold is part of Sam’s spy network The Elite and also is a cousin to the Princes - I LOVE me some Gav and want a hug from him!

I love that Frost has written all her women to be strong and sassy, who know there own worth - Mara the healer and even Sage’s Mother! What a breathe of fresh air, from the usual mother-daughter fraught relationship and simpering ladies of the court.

The back story of the King and his wife is simply stunning and the little hint of the myths of Aermia are so intriguing and beautiful for example the Sirenidae (think mermaids). The view of love and what it stands for melts my heart, not a weapon to use to their advantage like many other authors do!

I wasn’t able to predict at all what would happen next, which as a massive fantasy reader you begin to see the patterns! I couldn’t put it down and was up until the late hours reading - yay!

THE MEN - all yummy and intriguing - although we have no real love interest in this book I can feel the simmers of some romance between a few of the men and Sage - PLEASE, PLEASE give me romance in the next one eeeeekkkkk.

I forgot that this is a first debut story from Frost - because it read like any other massively successful authors on my shelf - lets hope that the way this series goes! Frost Kay Author World Book tours - yay

I feel like there is so much in this story and I can’t wait for the story and character development.

Okay so thats It - Love it - from cover to cover! Please read it - you won’t be disappointed!

This review will appear on my blog:
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If you enjoyed this book, I think you will also enjoy;
Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass series 1) by Sarah J Maas
Graceling (Graceling Realm 1) by Kristing Cashore
Forbidden (Tempted Series 1) by Selene Charles
First Year (The Black Mage 1) by Rachel E Carter
Fighting Destiny (The Fae Chronicles 1) by Amelia Hutchins
Wicked (Wicked Saga 1) by Jennifer L Armentrout

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MadHatter

A lot of interesting, imperfect people

Reviewed in Australia on October 1, 2017

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I think it must be a difficult task to produce work that has emotion and depth, without being maudlin or depressing. The book was great - exciting, some humour, a lot of tension. Also, we know who is going to be romantically involved, but there is a loooong way to go to reach that goal.
The people in this book are amazing. Each one is unique, with no lazy cliches used. Each seems to have some mental challenge - PTSD, asperges, alzimers, bullying/peer pressure (also called court politics), grief, etc.
Our leading lady, Sage, is heroic, smart and deeply traumitized. Tehl, the Crown Prince, has trouble dealing with others, but adores math (as Gav puts it - “he is what I like to refer to as a very smart-dumb person”). His brother, Sam, plays so many characters that he is loosing sight of his own. Also, we have the ailing king, the cousin (I adore Gav), the rebel leader, and the healer - all of whom are a complex delight. Together, these men and women can heal or balance each other and save a nation on the brink of war.
The sequel continues to be equally as impressive.

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Rebel's Blade (The Aermian Feuds Book 1) Kindle Edition

Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black, and Leigh Bardugo are losing sleep over the first book in the COMPLETE enemies-to-lovers fantasy series The Aermian Feuds.

Kings and lies have one thing in common—they kill.