About the Book
Book: The Story Raider
Author: Lindsay A. Franklin
Genre: Christian YA Epic Fantasy
Release Date: July 23, 2019
Deceiving an empire is a treacherous game.
Tanwen and the Corsyth weavers race to collect the strands of an ancient cure that might save Gryfelle. But Tanwen has a secret—Gryfelle isn’t the only one afflicted by the weaver’s curse.
As Queen Braith struggles to assert her rule, a new arrival throws her tenuous claim to the Tirian throne into question. Braith’s heart is turned upside down, and she’s not sure she can trust anyone—least of all herself.
The puppet master behind Gareth’s rise to power has designs on Tanwen and the story weavers and will stop at nothing to reclaim the throne. A plot to incite the angry peasants of Tir takes shape, and those dearest to Tanwen will be caught in the crossfire. As the fight for Tir consumes the realm, no one can remain innocent.
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In My Opinion
Tanwen and her friends embark on a quest to find a cure for Gryfelle while unrest stirs in Tir. Y’all I was so excited to spend time with these fictional friends again, and Lindsay A. Franklin did not disappoint.
The Story Raider has a good balance of action and adventure with the weavers traveling across the lands in search of the cure and the internal struggles and realizations. Between Tanwen’s illness and her relationships with many around her (mostly Mor and her father but others as well) and Braith’s challenges as the new queen, there’s no shortage. If that wasn’t enough, there’s also an unseen enemy who is after Tanwen and creating havoc around Braith.
And Oh. My. Word! The very last word of this book made my jaw drop. Franklin delivers a blow that’s going to stick with me until the next book. And because of that (and everything else I am loving about this series), I cannot wait for the third and final book in The Weaver Trilogy.
Disclosure statement:
I receive complimentary books from publishers, publicists, and/or authors, including NetGalley. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
About the Author
Lindsay A. Franklin is a best-selling author, freelance editor, and homeschooling mom of three. She would wear pajama pants all the time if it were socially acceptable. Lindsay lives in her native San Diego with her scruffy-looking nerf-herder husband, their precious geeklings, three demanding thunder pillows (a.k.a. cats), and a stuffed wombat with his own Instagram following. You can find Lindsay on social media, too, if Wombatman hasn’t hijacked all her accounts. She’s @LinzyAFranklin on Instagram and Twitter, and she Facebooks at www.facebook.com/LindsayAFranklin.
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Giveaway

Story Peddler book sleeve, Story Raider enamel pin, and assorted bookmarks, stickers, and art prints.
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful review and the book info. This sounds like an awesome read.
It was! I have a feeling the entire trilogy is going to be one of my favorites.
This sounds like a good story!
It’s wonderful. Be sure and read The Story Peddler first, though as it sets up several things happening in book 2 of this trilogy.
I appreciate you taking the time to give us a great book description and giveaway as well. Thank you so much!
This book sounds like an awesome read. Fantastic cover!
It was a fantastic read, and if you like this cover, be sure and check out The Story Peddler (the first in the series). I’m anxiously awaiting to see the third one!!
Fascinating cover
Love the post about this book. I don’t read fantasy but I am looking for books that may interest someone in my family. This sounds like a definite book I need to get them. Ty for the giveaway opportunity too.
It is a wonderful series for fantasy lovers.