"This dark Anastasia retelling gives the lost princess a monstrous new tale that is as gruesome as her realistic history. With the power to manipulate certain elements, Affinities are regarded as demons in the kingdom of Cyrilia. Ana has been a smudge on the royal family's name due to her affinity for blood and now must prove her innocence after being framed for the king's murder. Ana realizes that not only must she hunt down her father's murderer, she must also fight for those who have been deemed monsters. Amélie has crafted a world full of diverse and complex characters coping with oppression, tragedy, and the painful decisions that come with fighting for something bigger than oneself."
--Kiera Thompson, the river's end bookstore, Oswego, NY