Damian Lystad is a young king who never imagined inheriting the throne. A string of events leaves the tender hearted Damian in charge of keeping order and enforcing the rules of law. One of the most important duties of the king is to keep the kingdom safe from the once unstoppable magic of the dragons that the Faithful employ. If caught practicing dragon magic in the land, execution is the punishment. Kyana Castway is a skilled warrior who has spent years living alone in the forest. She is bitter and angry, so it comes as a surprise to Kyana when she comes to the aid of a group of hunters from the palace. Because of a secret that could cost her life, Kyana refuses to trust the King and his companions, but she can’t deny their hospitality and efforts at friendship. These uncertain relationships will test them all as change is passing through the realm.
The Strangest Woman is a beautiful and timeless fantasy novel authored by Lydia R. Outland. Featuring outstanding characters and a thoroughly fleshed out world, Outland tells a melancholy tale filled with folklore, fear, hope, secrets, and best of all, dragons. The plot is sound and the story is engaging, but the text is not without flaws. The epic tale is sullied by a glut of minor but persistent errors. If you can overlook these snags, however, you’ll be rewarded with a wonderful fantasy novel complete with a charming king, a strong female protagonist, and a mesmerizing world where magic is possible.
