The Priory of the Orange Tree

Immerse yourself in a world of dragons and destiny with *The Priory of the Orange Tree*, a sweeping epic fantasy by Samantha Shannon. For a thousand years, the House of Berethnet has ruled Inys, but the unwed Queen Sabran the Ninth must conceive a daughter to protect her realm from destruction. Watching over her is Ead Duryan, a lady-in-waiting and secret mage of the forbidden Priory, who uses hidden magic to keep the queen safe. Meanwhile, across the dark sea, Tané has trained her whole life to be a dragonrider. A monumental tale of women, magic, and political intrigue that redefines the genre.