A LibraryReads Pick!

“Elliott’s fantastic first in a new duology is filled with rich worldbuilding, political intrigue, and themes of class and family secrets.” —Library Journal, starred review

“A thoughtful, compelling, down-to-earth fantasy set in a vividly-drawn world with deep history and epic dangers.... This is a masterful novel.” —Locus Reviews

“An impressively complex world...Readers will be eager to see where this story goes next.” —Publishers Weekly

Praise for Kate Elliott:

“[This] is an absolute gem of a story, a peek into a fascinating, fully realized world that manages to explore issues of power, consent, class and destiny before turning over some of fantasy's tropes completely on their head. I loved it.” —S. A. Chakraborty on Servant Mage

“I highly recommend this. I stayed up way too late finishing it and am still thinking about it a week later.” ―Mary Robinette Kowal on Servant Mage

“A short and satisfying romp with a fully developed world and tightly designed magic system. …A definite recommend: light fantasy for the more discerning reader.” ―The Wall Street Journal on The Keeper's Six

“A rich and atmospheric lacework of worldbuilding, politics and magic—and of one woman's journey to find her place in the wake of a revolution. Mesmerising, relentless and sharp.” —Aliette de Bodard on Servant Mage

“Treacherous terrain and even more treacherous trading partners ramp up the stakes of this masterful contemporary fantasy from Elliott. …Readers are sure to be impressed.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review, on The Keeper’s Six

“Elliott uses a relatable main character and a complex and intriguing setting to dive into the consequences of revolution with an eye toward class and power dynamics; readers will be left wanting more.” —Booklist on Servant Mage

Praise for Unconquerable Sun:

“Non-stop action! Space battles! Intrigue! This is the kind of space opera that I love best―but Elliott does it even better.” ―Ann Leckie, New York Times bestselling author

“Intricate and thrilling, Kate Elliott's Unconquerable Sun reframes history's most legendary conqueror in a brand new galaxy, lights the fuse, and blasts off on an edge-of-your-seat adventure perfect for fans of Arkady Martine and James S.A. Corey.” —Emily Skrutskie, author of Bonds of Brass

“A maelstrom of palace intrigue, interstellar back-stabbing, devious plots, treachery, blistering action, ferocious confrontations—and a heroine for the ages... Enthralling, edge-of-your-seat stuff hurtling along at warp speed. Grab!” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review