Published: Oct. 17, 2012
Words: 110,883 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781301139392

Short description

Seventeen year old Jelena Preseren has lived life as an outcast because of her mixed human and elven blood. To escape an arranged marriage, she decides to strike out into the unknown on a quest to find her elven father. Her journey takes her to a strange and beautiful land whose people live in the shadow of impending war. There, she encounters a fate she never anticipated--one of true love.

Extended description

Seventeen year old Jelena Preseren has lived her entire life as a social outcast because of her mixed human and elven blood. She labors as a servant in the household of her uncle, the powerful Duke of Amsara.

When her uncle tells her she is to be sold as a concubine to his wealthy neighbor, rather than submit, Jelena makes the decision to flee and strike out into the unknown on a quest to find her elven father.

Accompanied by her human cousin, Jelena's journey takes her to a strange and beautiful land whose people live in the shadow of impending war. There, she encounters a fate she never anticipated—one of magic, danger, and most startling of all, true love. (Read more) Seventeen year old Jelena Preseren has lived her entire life as a social outcast because of her mixed human and elven blood. She labors as a servant in the household of her uncle, the powerful Duke of Amsara.

When her uncle tells her she is to be sold as a concubine to his wealthy neighbor, rather than submit, Jelena makes the decision to flee and strike out into the unknown on a quest to find her elven father.

Accompanied by her human cousin, Jelena's journey takes her to a strange and beautiful land whose people live in the shadow of impending war. There, she encounters a fate she never anticipated—one of magic, danger, and most startling of all, true love.

Set against a backdrop of romance and adventure, Griffin's Daughter tells the story of one young woman's brave struggle to discover her true place in the world.

ABOUT THE SERIES
This series chronicles the life of Jelena, a young girl in search of her heritage. Her journey takes her on an adventure of magic, danger, and most startling of all—true love. Will Jelena and Ashinji’s love be strong enough to stand against evil? Or will the ultimate sacrifice be required to save their world? Find out in this sweeping epic of the award winning Griffin’s Daughter Trilogy.

AWARDS
Griffin’s Daughter won the 2008 Benjamin Franklin Award for Best First Fiction from the Independent Book Publishers Association.

PRAISE FOR GRIFFIN’S DAUGHTER TRILOGY

“A likeable set of characters who showed heart and an engaging story. Readers new to fantasy who like Feist and the Mallorean would like this too—I would recommend it accordingly.” — Janny Wurts, author of The Wars of Light and Shadow

“Moore’s debut novel earned her the Ben Franklin Award for Best First Fiction and it’s easy to see why…For those who enjoy a good, well written fantasy, pick up a copy of Griffin’s Daughter.” — Todd A. Fonseca, author of The Time Cavern

“This is the opening tale of what looks to be a great epic fantasy. Fantasy fans who read this author’s first published tale will demand Moore adventures in the Soldaran Empire and beyond.” — Harriet Klausner, #1 Ranked Amazon Reviewer

BOOKS IN THE GRIFFIN’S DAUGHTER SERIES
Griffin’s Daughter
Griffin’s Shadow
Griffin’s Destiny
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fiction, family saga, fantasy, epic, elves, young adult romance, young adult fantasy, heroines journey

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Review by: Danielle Lumley on Feb. 11, 2013 :
Loved it! Can't wait to read the next.
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