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One woman’s curiosity reawakens the power of legends—and reveals her dangerous destiny.

Jaslan is a High Lady coming into her own. Always gracious, and innately curious, she’s one of the brightest Water Wielders of her age. On the eve of her eighteenth birthday, she chooses a Focus that honors her…


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1 author picked The Way of the Wielder as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Great cast of characters. Loved the world-building, especially the magic system and the way it provided the framework for the entire work. The plot’s intricate folds opened at just the right pace to keep me reading and reading.

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