The Hidden Prince by Jodi Meadows Published by HarperCollins on June 2, 2015
Genres: Action & Adventure, Fantasy & Magic, Love & Romance, Young Adult
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The city of Skyvale is in trouble. Magic use is rampant. Crime is spreading. Told from the perspective of Tobiah, the crown prince with a dangerous secret, and set two years before the heart-racing action of The Orphan Queen, this 100-page digital novella brings to life one of Jodi Meadows's most beloved characters. Tobiah Pierce knows he is a spoiled, sheltered prince, and he's tired of it. His only chance for freedom is if his cousin, James Rayner, passes the trials to be one of his bodyguards.
But when Tobiah takes a rare opportunity to escape a courtly celebration and he witnesses a horrible—and magical—crime, he must make a momentous decision: return to the ignorance and comfort of the palace, or risk everything to discover the truth?
The Hidden Prince is the first of four prequel novellas that offer existing fans a deeper insight into a favorite character and the complex city of Skyvale, while new readers will find a stunning introduction to this rich world and the heart-pounding fantasy of the Orphan Queen series.Epic Reads Impulse is a digital imprint focused on young adult short stories and novellas, with new releases the first Tuesday of each month.
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Not being one who would typically purchase an e-novella (or any novella, for that matter), I couldn’t resist obtaining The Hidden Prince immediately upon its release. This is a superb origin story that retains the high level of quality in writing, characters and setting that already graces the pages of The Orphan Queen book series. Better yet, it is an origin story about the character we all know and love, Black Knife.
One of my favorite things about this novella it that it brings out even more of the charming and complex personality that we discovered about Black Knife in the previously released full-length novel. It gives us a look into the background of the characters Lady Chey and Meredith… AND it also provides even more insight – from a different perspective – about the magic of the world.
If you do not wish to be spoiled about *who* exactly Black Knife is, I would recommend that you read The Orphan Queen first and make the discovery as it was originally intended. BUT, The Hidden Prince can, by all means, be read before you dive into The Orphan Queen. It’s a good sampler for newcomers of the stellar writing and world that makes up this series. And Black Knife at a younger age? *double win!* I cannot say more, for that would mean to spoil identities and The Orphan Queen. Just know that many of the items that were hinted at in The Orphan Queen are addressed in this first prequel installment.
(Oh, and did I mention that there is a two-chapter excerpt for the final full-length book, The Mirror King? Yes, as a matter of fact, there IS. And it is TANTALIZING.)
I am hooked and am guaranteed to be purchasing each new novella in this prequel as they are released. (Perhaps we will receive more excerpts, as well!)
I’m so very thankful to have these novellas to bide our time until The Mirror King is released. Also thankful that they provide a quality story and further insight into the characters and world.
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About Jodi Meadows
Jodi Meadows lives and writes in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, with her husband, a Kippy*, and an alarming number of ferrets. She is a confessed book addict, and has wanted to be a writer ever since she decided against becoming an astronaut. She is the author of the INCARNATE Trilogy and the forthcoming ORPHAN QUEEN Duology (HarperCollins/Katherine Tegen).
*A Kippy is a cat.
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Thank you so much for the post and the giveaway! I love ALL of Jodi’s works!
She’s an amazing writer, isn’t she? AND she can knit! Super talented, right there.
Thank you so much for stopping by!
I typically don’t read novellas either but you’ve convinced me, I must MUST read this one. Especially if it has a preview of The Hidden Prince. I am there. Thank you for the giveaway!
YES! So glad I could convince you to read it! my work here is done.
Thanks for stopping by! I know you will love this novella!
Thanks for the giveaway 🙂 I can’t wait to get stuck into this novella, you’ve convinced me to move this series to the top of my TBR list. Another great set of novellas are the Throne of Glass prequels, I almost prefer them to the novels themselves!
I have The Assassin’s Blade. Amazingly, I have not yet read it…. Oops. Must get on that, especially since you say you almost prefer them to the full story. Glad I could convince yet another person to read this series – I am sure you will LOVE it!!
Yes! I’m glad u liked this guy since I was thrilled to have it pop on my kindle this morning!!
❤️Britt
Yay! Pre-ordered Kindle books are awesome little morning surprises!!! Happy reading!
Love the little Black Knife emoji! So cute! So happy I read The Orphan Queen! Now I need to read The Hidden Prince and cry until The Glowing Knight comes out. Thanks for this giveaway!
You are very welcome, thank you for stopping by! I love meeting fellow Orphan Queen fans! (I hope The Hidden Prince doesn’t make you cry… Yay, more Black Knife! Tears of joy!)
Wow, what an awesome post! I really like the emojis, there so cute!
Thank you, Jennifer! The emojis are so much fun to create. Of course I had to make one for Black Knife. 😉
Yay 😀 Gorgeous review Jenna. <3 This was a five star for me too 😉 I also don't really read novellas at all. But I was dyyying for this one. So glad it didn't disappoint 😀 So glad you loved it too. <3 And eeek! Thank you for perfect giveaway too 🙂 You are awesome.
That was some awesome review! Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I know this book i a must-have!
Currently on a book ban so DON’T MIND ME AS I ENTER THIS 😀 I loved The Orphan Queen, and I know the novellas will be just as amazing as well. I really hope Harper will print a bind-up copy!
Thank you, ladies!
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I haven’t started this series yet but with all the good reviews and the sequel coming out later, I think I need too!
5 stars? *downloads quickly* nice review!
Ah, I bought the Orphan Queen when it first came out and it has been on my TBR ever since! So many good books! Will get on reading it right away!
Thanks so much for thr giveaway! I loved the first novella and the orphan queen. Cant wait till the rest are out!
What an impressive cover! And the intriguing excerpt makes me want to read the book ASAP.
Thank you for the giveaway and nice review
I loved the Orphan Queen! Can’t wait to read this!
Thanks so much for the giveaway! This looks so good!