"I've been a die-hard, adoring fan of Thea Guanzon for years, and I thought I knew what she was capable of, but this book. This book. I am utterly enchanted by the lushness of her prose, the uniqueness of the setting, the spellbinding story she has gifted us with. I physically could not stop reading! Thea Guanzon's talent is limitless, and she is the kind of writer that comes around once in a generation. Mark my words: lives will be changed by The Hurricane Wars trilogy." - Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis
"A spellbinding fantasy set in a fascinating world brimming with high stakes, magic, and passion. A new favorite!" - Sue Lynn Tan, USA Today bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess
"A masterpiece of worldbuilding. Thea Guanzon forges a rich, fantastical realm with poignant and immersive prose and a spectacularly unique magic system. All hail the World Mother of Lir." - Xiran Jay Zhao, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Iron Widow
"Thrilling, fierce, and sexy! Thea Guanzon has created a world as unique as it is deadly, and she needs to be on every fantasy reader's TBR!" - Danielle L. Jensen, USA Today bestselling author
"An incredible debut full of rich atmosphere, clever world building, opposing magic, and sizzling romance, The Hurricane Wars is my newest obsession." - Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Throne of the Fallen
"Filled to the brim with tension and the devastating allure of uncontrollable emotions, A Monsoon Rising is a force to be reckoned with in the enemies-to-lovers game."
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Grimdark Magazine on A Monsoon Rising
"[An] exciting sequel . . . Cushioned by rich world building, this delightful romantasy carefully balances the epic fantasy aspects with Alaric and Talasyn's burgeoning relationship, reaching a surprising conclusion that leaves readers anxiously awaiting the next book in the series." - Booklist on A Monsoon Rising
"Guanzon's highly anticipated sequel to The Hurricane Wars is a captivating read from start to finish. The tension between the characters with the mix of political intrigue and magic will be sure to enchant readers." - Library Journal (starred review) on A Monsoon Rising
"This novel, the first in a trilogy, took the romantasy world by storm when it landed." - New York Times on The Hurricane Wars
"Terrifically refreshing, and so very addictive . . . Guanzon's gift for storytelling is coupled with her ability to imbue the readers into the South-East Asian-inspired culture of the world she has built. It is with both that she was able to create such an immersive reading experience, one that had me gasping, laughing and crying, all in the same sitting! The name of the sequel hasn't even been announced yet, and I already know that it will be my most anticipated read for the coming year." - Grimdark Magazine
"Great books are praised for wonderful characters, an imaginative landscape, or striking themes. Thea Guanzon provides a masterclass in all three with her stunning, storm of a debut-The Hurricane Wars. The rich, expansive world of Lir envelops the reader as we journey through a tale of warring truths, hidden allegiances, and beautifully complex characters. The violence and intimacy of the titular wars echo deeply in the relationships and romance that bring this book to life. One thing is certain-whether with yearning for what comes next, or passion for what is here, The Hurricane Wars will leave you burning long before the last page descends." - Ehigbor Okosun, author of Forged by Blood
"Lethally sharp in both its cunning political intrigue and exquisite prose, The Hurricane Wars is a strategic marvel that holds your heart in a death grip. Romantic fantasy at its very best." - Kylie Lee Baker, author of The Keeper of Night
"The Hurricane Wars is everything I love-intricate worldbuilding, unique magic, and a gleeful, smoldering romance. I'm obsessed." - Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf
"Ambitious in the scope and cinematic in execution, The Hurricane Wars is a high-octane, high-stakes epic with an irresistible love story at its core. I have no doubt that this confident, vivid debut will capture the imaginations of fantasy readers as it did mine." - Isabel Cañas, author of The Hacienda
"This book made me GIDDY! Such a gleeful collection of my favorite tropes, all written in a fresh and engaging world, with a deep emotional center. One of my favorite books of this year!" - Katee Robert, New York Times bestselling author of the Dark Olympus series
"Guanzon is a natural at writing sexual and romantic tension, both of which are dialed up to 11 in this sequel. . . . You won't be able to turn the pages fast enough."
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Paste Magazine on A Monsoon Rising
