QUEENS OF RENTHIA #2: THE RELUCTANT QUEEN by Sarah Beth Durst
PAPERBACK
Author: Sarah Beth Durst
Danger rises. Spirits stir. And a mother who never wanted power may be the kingdom’s only hope. THE RELUCTANT QUEEN is the second book in Sarah Beth Durst’s award-winning Queens of Renthia trilogy.
After fighting to save her people from murderous elemental spirits, Daleina has taken the throne of Aratay. But being Queen means more than wielding power, it means holding back destruction itself. And when Daleina’s health begins to fail, the realm urgently needs a new heir before the spirits break free and slaughter every last human.
Enter Naelin; a fiercely devoted mother who wants nothing to do with crowns, courts, or magic. Her only priority is protecting her two children. But when Ven, the Queen’s champion, discovers Naelin’s extraordinary ability to command spirits, he knows she may be the kingdom’s best chance at survival. Naelin refuses… until the spirits grow bolder and the danger reaches her doorstep.
As threats mount from within Aratay and ominous rumours spread from the north, Daleina, Naelin, and Ven must confront terrifying choices about loyalty, family, and the cost of power.
Why this book deserves a spot on your shelf:
- A powerful story about reluctant heroism and fierce motherhood
- Expands Renthia’s world with higher stakes, deeper magic, and unforgettable characters
- Perfect for fans of Uprooted, The Girl of Fire and Thorns, and epic fantasy with emotional depth