The Jewel
The Jewel by Amy Ewing, published by HarperCollins on September 1, 2015, is an illustrated edition that spans 400 pages. This young adult fiction novel presents a dark and riveting tale centered around Violet, who is born and raised in the Marsh but is destined for a life of servitude in the opulent world of the Jewel. As she is trained as a surrogate for the elite and sold at auction to the Duchess of the Lake, Violet discovers the hidden cruelty and violence that underpin the seemingly glamorous royal lifestyle.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of fantasy, romance, and action as Violet navigates her harsh reality while grappling with her burgeoning feelings for a boy also trapped under the Duchess’s control. The story delves into the complexities of forbidden love and the sacrifices required for freedom, as Violet must balance her desire for survival with the risks of rebellion. This edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a world where beauty masks brutality, and every choice carries significant consequences.
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New York Times bestselling author Amy Ewing delivers a dark and riveting tale that “will have fans of Oliver’s Delirium, Cass’s The Selection, and DeStefano’s Wither breathless.”*
The Jewel has many meanings: wealth, beauty, royalty. But for Violet, the Jewel has always meant servitude.
Born and raised in the Marsh, Violet is destined for the Jewel. She is trained as a surrogate for the elite and is bought by the Duchess of the Lake at auction. And she quickly learns that beneath the Jewel’s glittering façade lies the cruelty, backstabbing, and hidden violence that have become the royal way of life.
Violet must accept the ugly realities of her life…all while fighting for her survival. But before she can accept her fate, Violet meets a handsome boy who is also under the Duchess’s control. A forbidden love sparks.
But their illicit affair has consequences, which will cost them both more than they bargained for. And toeing the line between being calculating and rebellious, Violet must decide what, and who, she is willing to risk for her own freedom.
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