The Hidden Histories

Fourteen-year-old Taver didn’t know he was a nobleman’s bastard until his real father died. Eleven-year-old Elaku has always known she was the bastard daughter of the same nobleman.

When the two siblings meet in the Empress of Timbra’s palace, they become fast friends. Around them, intrigue and rumour swirl.

Not everybody is happy with the rule of the Empress of Timbra. Some have plans for Taver and Elaku.

And when treachery and war threaten their home, Taver and Elaku must rely on their magic, their wits, and each other to have any chance of preventing disaster.

“Reminiscent of the best of Robin Hobb, Tamora Pierce and Trudi Canavan, The Empress of Timbra is a clever, captivating and heartfelt read accessible to fantasy lovers of any age. Healey and Fleming have created a future classic.” Foz Meadows, An Accident of Stars, A Tyranny of Queens.

Taver is growing up and learning his craft, neither of which is easy – particularly when the two combine to force some hard choices.

When an old enemy needs his help, Taver must find a balance between law and justice.

Get ready for blacksmiths, pirates, chores, awkward conversations, and deadly politics in this exciting novella.