The Empress

Gr 9 Up—In Kincaid's sequel, Tyrus is now the Emperor, with Nemesis on his side. However, his choice for a Diabolical as a spouse is causing great discourse. The politicians and religious groups are not ready to accept the young new Emperor, his unnatural choice for a bride, or their actions, which threaten the stability of the world they know. Without their acceptance, Tyrus cannot gain the power of the scepter and take full control. In a mission to save their world, Tyrus and Nemesis may be its undoing. Can their life survive the trials they must face? In this sequel, readers are taken on a roller coaster through the cosmos. Tyrus lived a life of deception in the first book, and he must do so again—but no one is sure who he is trying to fool this time. Even Nemesis is no longer sure of the man she loves. This sequel will leave readers anxiously awaiting the third installment of the series. After political and emotional upheaval, fans will want to finally know what is in store for the inhabitants of this world and the fates of the main characters.