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A story of love and a power that echoes through time.
A prophecy foretold by the Council.
A sword forged by the Ladies of the Lake.
A child born from love and the hope of thousands.
Seventeen-year-old Idrisa is a student from Dumont Orphan School. When the Emperor of Dumonia invites all citizens to a birthday gala for Prince Merrick, she attends and becomes entangled in a world beyond belief. At the party, Idrisa begins to hear strange voices that urge her to go to the lake. A student from school follows and tries to kill her, but in the fight for her survival, Idrisa gains possession of an eternal sword—gifted by the Ladies of the Lake.
The Emperor demands it, but only Idrisa can wield the sword, so he imprisons her. Her only hope is Prince Merrick, but he is grieving the death of his mother and doesn’t care about anything happening around him. While held captive, Idrisa uncovers secrets that challenge everything she thought she knew about Dumonia. Enemies and allies emerge when they hear news of the sword, and she must unlock the mystery of the weapon before darkness descends on the empire forever.
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
A prophecy foretold by the Council.
A sword forged by the Ladies of the Lake.
A child born from love and the hope of thousands.
Seventeen-year-old Idrisa is a student from Dumont Orphan School. When the Emperor of Dumonia invites all citizens to a birthday gala for Prince Merrick, she attends and becomes entangled in a world beyond belief. At the party, Idrisa begins to hear strange voices that urge her to go to the lake. A student from school follows and tries to kill her, but in the fight for her survival, Idrisa gains possession of an eternal sword—gifted by the Ladies of the Lake.
The Emperor demands it, but only Idrisa can wield the sword, so he imprisons her. Her only hope is Prince Merrick, but he is grieving the death of his mother and doesn’t care about anything happening around him. While held captive, Idrisa uncovers secrets that challenge everything she thought she knew about Dumonia. Enemies and allies emerge when they hear news of the sword, and she must unlock the mystery of the weapon before darkness descends on the empire forever.
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
Praise for this book
"Only Mary Ting can take the tales we know so well and transform them into something as beautifully magical as Once Upon a Legend." - Casey L Bond
"A unique world, intriguing magic, family drama, and deceit! Once Upon a Legend has it all. This well-crafted fantasy will keep you turning the pages." - Dorothy Dreyer
"A refreshing new take on a timeless classic tale with a beautiful message for girls/women. Ting has given us an exciting adventure with a resilient heroine. A fantastic story filled with inner conflict, while still being brave and pure of heart amid the treachery she faces. I didn't want to put the book down." - Quinn Loftis
"Mary Ting proves once again that she's a powerhouse in the literary landscape! Once Upon a Legend is a well-crafted masterpiece of stories we know weaved into a fresh tapestry of bold adventure and page-turning intrigue. A must-read!" - Stacey Rourke
"A unique world, intriguing magic, family drama, and deceit! Once Upon a Legend has it all. This well-crafted fantasy will keep you turning the pages." - Dorothy Dreyer
"A refreshing new take on a timeless classic tale with a beautiful message for girls/women. Ting has given us an exciting adventure with a resilient heroine. A fantastic story filled with inner conflict, while still being brave and pure of heart amid the treachery she faces. I didn't want to put the book down." - Quinn Loftis
"Mary Ting proves once again that she's a powerhouse in the literary landscape! Once Upon a Legend is a well-crafted masterpiece of stories we know weaved into a fresh tapestry of bold adventure and page-turning intrigue. A must-read!" - Stacey Rourke
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