Among the Burning Flowers

Among the Burning Flowers

Enter the world of The Roots of Chaos as dragons awaken, kingdoms teeter on the brink of destruction, and one princess is forced to confront a terrifying destiny. Among the Burning Flowers is a standalone prequel novella to The Priory of the Orange Tree, following Princess Marosa Vetalda as she struggles against her controlling father while the ancient Draconic Army begins to rise again. Samantha Shannon expands her acclaimed fantasy world with a story of royal intrigue, dangerous creatures and human resilience.

Set in Yscalin, the story follows Marosa Vetalda, whose hopes for greater freedom are tied to her planned marriage to Prince Aubrecht of Mentendon. Meanwhile, Estina Melaugo hunts the draconic beasts that have slept for centuries, unaware that the great wyrm Fýredel is beginning to stir. As wyverns descend upon the capital, personal ambitions and political plans are swept into a devastating conflict. Richly illustrated with artwork by Rovina Cai, the novella provides a dramatic introduction to the events that lead into The Priory of the Orange Tree, making it an intriguing entry point for readers drawn to dragons, royal intrigue, epic fantasy and high-stakes adventure.

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