Among the Burning Flowers

Among the Burning Flowers — Samantha Shannon
The Roots of Chaos — Book 2 of 3
Epic Fantasy
 
Tropes:
• Dragons and dragon mythology
• Political intrigue
• Star-crossed lovers / arranged marriage
• Coming-of-age
• Female-led narrative
• Battle against ancient evil
• Family conflict
• Prequel to bestselling series
 
Summary
Set centuries before The Priory of the Orange Tree, this second installment of The Roots of Chaos chronicles the first sparks of a world-consuming danger. In Yscalin, land of sunshine and lavender, dragons begin to awaken, threatening humanity’s survival. Marosa Vetalda struggles under the control of her father, King Sigoso, while her betrothed Aubrecht Lievelyn rules Mentendon in name only, both striving for a better future. Meanwhile, Estina Melaugo hunts the long-slumbering Draconic beasts, unaware of the greater threat stirring. As the mighty wyrm Fýredel rises, Yscalin faces devastation, setting the stage for the epic events of The Priory of the Orange Tree.