While this isn't the first book written in the Valdemar series, it is Book One of The Founding of Valdemar. This starts the story of how and why Baron Valdemar decided to leave the Empire. As always, it is an excellent story of magic and intrigue in a wonderful world!

Love this author. Great quick read over difficult topic with love story intertwined.

Man this book had me gripping this book so hard it was that good. I was not bored even a second. I was on an emotional roller coaster loving and hating characters. Wanting the main character to be happy but frustrated she never saw anyone. But I understood why. The ending had me wide eyed and shocked. But I am glad she lived the rest of her life as the marsh girl instead of the wife of an abusive ex athlete

Great book. I really enjoyed reading this one. I recommend that others read this book.

Lots of advice about how to lead a country. It does seem like it's trying to teach people how to be dictators, but that doesn't mean it's bad advice.

Captivating story! Enjoyed following Lakshmi story of finding her way. The writer does a great job of helping you really emphasize with the different characters situations

Loved it

Great book! the imiges are great and the texes of the book are also great. i over all LIKE it

Great book! the imiges are great and the texes of the book are also great. i over all LIKE it

I loved this book. It was sad in parts, but there were humorous and quirky parts too. I loved the characters and the letter format of the book.