Book Review: Rule by Ellen Goodlett

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Three girls with three deadly secrets. Only one can wear the crown.

The king is dying, his heir has just been murdered, and rebellion brews in the east. But the kingdom of Kolonya and the outer Reaches has one last option before it descends into leaderless chaos.

Or rather, three unexpected options.

Zofi has spent her entire life trekking through the outer Reaches with her band of Travelers. She would do anything to protect the band, her family. But no one can ever find out how far she's already gone.

Akeylah was raised in the Eastern Reach, surrounded by whispers of rebellion and abused by her father. Desperate to escape, she makes a decision that threatens the whole kingdom.

Ren grew up in Kolonya, serving as a lady's maid and scheming her way out of the servants' chambers. But one such plot could get her hung for treason if anyone ever discovers what she's done.

When the king summons the girls, they arrive expecting arrest or even execution. Instead they learn the truth: they are his illegitimate daughters, and one must become his new heir. But someone in Kolonya knows their secrets, and that someone will stop at nothing to keep the sisters from their destiny... to rule.

Review:

This book is about three sisters Zofi, Akeylah and Ren. They all come from different walks of life and are reunited with each other when the King announces he is dying and one of them will ascend to the throne. With the way this book was set up it could have gone either way. I’m happy to report this was such a good story! There are so many secrets, twists and revelations. In this story you don’t know who to trust. I liked how all three sisters are different yet they are the same. All three of them are hiding secrets and I wonder how this will all come to play in the final decision. Out of all the sisters, Zofi is my favorite. She is fighter and wants what is best for her people. I think she will make an excellent choice as a leader.  The story had me thoroughly entertained and for a debut author I was blown away. I loved the plot, the diverse characters and I can’t wait to see what happens next!