The Queen of the Tearling
 First edition cover | |
| Author | Erika Johansen |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Fantasy novel |
| Published | 2014 (HarperCollins) |
| Pages | 488 pp (first edition) |
| ISBN | 978-0-06-229036-6 |
The Queen of the Tearling is the debut novel by Erika Johansen.[1] It is set in the 24th century, and is the first novel of a planned fantasy trilogy.[1][2]
Plot
Princess Kelsea Raleigh Glynn must defeat the powers of the Red Queen, who is out to destroy her. She must journey to the royal castle to claim her throne, and is accompanied only by the loyal Queen’s Guard which is led by the mysterious Lazarus.[1][2]
Reaction
The Detroit Free Press reported Emma Watson "conceded she couldn’t put the book down. Having sworn she’d never do another franchise, her interest is a gigantic compliment...".[3]
Film adaptation
A movie based on the book is in early production, with Emma Watson announced as the executive producer and the star, David Heyman as the producer, and Warner Bros. as the distributor.[3][4]
The role of the main love interest and Knight, Pen, has recently been cast. François Arnaud will play the role of Pen. Arnaud competed for the role with 4 other Actors. The other Actors' names are not currently known.
References
- 1 2 3 Lawler, Kelly (July 9, 2014). "'Tearling' combines future and past to great effect". USA Today. Retrieved July 9, 2014.
- 1 2 "The Queen of the Tearling". HarperCollins. Retrieved July 9, 2014.
- 1 2 The Detroit Free Press; More Harry Potter sort of news; July 9, 2014; page 3D
- ↑ "Emma Watson and David Heyman team up for 'Queen of the Tearling'". BiblioFiend.com. June 13, 2013. Retrieved July 10, 2014.
External links
- REVIEW : The Queen of the Tearling at Upcoming4.me