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To Bleed a Crystal Bloom

Crystal Bloom, Book 1

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To Bleed a Crystal Bloom

By: Sarah A. Parker
Narrated by: Chelsea Stephens, Troy Duran
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Summary

"What a pretty flower to keep locked in a big, rocky tower."

Nineteen years ago, I was plucked from the heart of a bloody massacre that spared nobody else.

Small. Fragile. An enigma.

Now ward to a powerful High Master who knows too much and says too little, I lead a simple life, never straying from the confines of an imaginary line I've drawn around the castle grounds.

Stay within. Never leave.

Out there, the monsters lurk. Inside, I'm safe...though at a cost far greater than the blood I drip into a goblet daily. Toxic, unreciprocated love for a man who's utterly unavailable.

My savior. My protector.

My almost executioner.

I can't help but be enamored with the arcane man who holds the power to pull my roots from the ground. When voracious beasts spill across the land and threaten to fray the fabric of my tailored existence, the petals of reality will peel back to reveal an ugly truth. But in a castle puddled with secrets, none are greater than the one I've kept from myself.

No tower is tall enough to protect me from the horror that tore my life to shreds.

To Bleed a Crystal Bloom is a dark Rapunzel reimagining full of immersive imagery and breathtaking angst.

©2022 Sarah A. Parker (P)2022 Podium Audio Dragons & Mythical Creatures Fantasy Romance Fiction Mythology Paranormal
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I warmed to this story slowly- it’s such a tangled web of secrets, shielding, fantastic creatures and forbidden desires. Once the truths began to emerge, i was enraptured. The twists and battles of will & simmering attraction & sensual appetites kept me listening and compelled me to listen to the sequel ASAP

Looking for a dark, obsessive love dynamic? Read this!

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The first two chapters didn’t grip me so I stopped listening. I’m so, so glad I gave it another chance. After the first few chapters, I was utterly enthralled. This is one of the best books I’ve ’read’ in ages. Sarah Parker’s writing is fantastic. I find her writing has far more skill and artistry than most other romantasy writers. The storyline is strong and surprising. I recommend.

Stick through the first few chapters. I devoured this

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After reading almost every single adult fantasy romance out there, I thought I’ve read all there is, but I was pleasantly surprised by this book. The description labels it right - this book is angsty, hear-breaking and a bit steamy. I’m excited for the next instalment coming out this month.

Unexpected

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So I do enjoy the writing in this book however I’m not so happy with the characters. Firstly Laith needs to get some balls and stop letting him get away with treating her like crap. Really hope she doesn’t end up with Rorden!
And i don’t think I like raised from a baby to lovers trope. Don’t think that’s my cup of tea!

Narration was good though will defo listen to her again!

Hmmm not sure

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I really enjoyed the story but the narrator was like listening to Alexa. Very robotic & honestly quite annoying. I almost gave up many times but stuck it out.

awkward narrator

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