I WISH TO THANK THE following people for their contributions to this book and their support of my writing career:
My agent, Frances Black of Literary Counsel – thanks for always answering my questions, providing guidance, and boosting my confidence throughout this process.
My critique partners, Lindsey Duga and Richard Pearson – thanks for your advice and support.
My cover design and formatting team at Deranged Doctor Design – thanks for the beautiful work on this series.
My author colleagues at Silver Wings Publishing – thanks for your support.
My family, especially my Mom and my late Father – thanks for your love and guidance throughout my life.
My husband, Kevin G. Weavil – thank you for being my best beta reader and fan. I truly appreciate your unwavering belief in my writing.
Finally, I must acknowledge the genius storyteller without whom CROWN OF ICE could not exist. Thank you, Mr. Hans Christian Andersen.
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Ridiculed by the young men of her village, Varna vows to live a useful life—as a healer. The skills she’s learned from her ancient mentor prove vital when she encounters Erik Stahl, a young soldier who deserted the battlefield to carry an injured friend to safety. Aided by her sister Gerda, she cares for the soldiers in secret.
When betrayal catapults the four young people into life on the run, Varna encounters her former mentor—now revealed as the sorcerer, Sten Rask. Seeking an enchanted mirror that offers unlimited power, Rask seems intent on seducing Varna to his side.
To protect their country, Varna and her companions form an alliance with a former Snow Queen, a scholar, and an enchantress. But when Rask tempts her with beauty and power, Varna’s heart becomes a battlefield. Caught between loyalty to her companions and a man whose kisses ignite a fire on her lips, Varna must choose—embrace her own desires, or fight for a society that’s always spurned her.
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About the Author
VICTORIA GILBERT TURNED an early obsession with reading into a dual career as an author and librarian. An avid reader who appreciates good writing in all genres, Victoria has been known to read seven books in as many days. When not writing or reading, she likes to spend her time watching films, listening to music, gardening, or traveling. She lives in North Carolina with her husband, son, and some very spoiled cats.
Through Snowy Wings Publishing, Victoria is the author of The Mirror of Immortality series (Crown of Ice, 2017; Scepter of Fire, 2017), a YA fantasy series adapting Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tales. Her short story, The Cat and the Conjurers, is part of the 2019 Snowy Wings anthology, A Touch of Magic.
Victoria also writes mysteries. Her Blue Ridge Library Mystery series—which includes A Murder for the Books (2017), Shelved Under Murder (2018), Past Due for Murder (2019), Bound for Murder (Jan. 2020), and a fifth book in 2021 – is published by Crooked Lane Books. She is also writing a new series for Crooked Lane, the first book of which, BOOKED FOR DEATH, will be published in June 2020.
Social Media Links:
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Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/VictoriaGilbertMysteryAuthor/
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