Goddess Crown takes place in the Kingdom of Galla and is centred around Kalothia, who has grown up under the protection and guidance of her two guardians, Aunty and teacher in the Faledi Forest. Here she is kept hidden from the outside world, for her parents supported Queen Sylvia and thus were traitors of King Osura. So to protect her from the King and his assassins she stayed out of sight.
The day after she turns 16 disaster strikes and Kalothia’s life is turned upside down. Nothing is as it seemed and everything she thought she knew was a lie. Her life in the forest is swiftly replaced with her new role in Galla’s Royal Court. Kalothia will need to muster up all her strength and courage in order to survive and navigate this new world she has been propelled into.
I really enjoyed this book. It is fast paced and gorgeously written. There are so many beautifully described places and people that it is enchanting to read. The story is exciting and dramatic, which did in fact lead me to audibly gasp at certain parts. Kalothia is formidable and brave and can most certainly stand up for herself which was inspiring to read about. I think this book is for everyone who enjoys fantasy and adventure novels although there is a lot of violence and death which some readers might not like.
Lily Farrell, 17
Goddess Crown
Shade Lapite
Walker Books, February 2024
Paperback, £8.99
ISBN 9781529503715
