The Bear House

By Meaghan McIsaac

Book #1 in the Bear House series

Royal sisters flee after their father's murder, igniting a battle for the throne.

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272 pages· 91,379 words· Est. 10 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

In a realm where constellations define power, sisters Aster and Ursula are thrust into chaos when their uncle murders their father, the king. Fleeing with Dev, a humble bearkeeper, and Alcor, a young grizzly, they must navigate a kingdom torn by civil war. As they struggle for survival, the sisters discover unexpected courage and cunning. Can they reclaim their birthright, or will betrayal seal their fate? The throne's future hangs in the balance as they confront their deepest fears and hidden strengths.

From the publisher

In a gritty medieval world where the ruling houses are based on the constellations, betrayal, intrigue, and a king’s murder force the royal sisters of the Bear House on the run! Moody Aster and her spoiled sister Ursula are the daughters of Jasper Lourdes, Bear Major and high king of the realm. Rivals, both girls dream of becoming the Bear queen someday, although neither really deserve to, having no particular talent in… well, anything. But when their Uncle Bram murders their father in a bid for the crown, the girls are forced onto the run, along with lowly Dev the Bearkeeper and the half-grown grizzly Alcor, symbol of their house. As a bitter struggle for the throne consumes the kingdom in civil war, the sisters must rely on Dev, the bear cub, and each other to survive–and find wells of courage, cunning, and skill they never knew they had. An epic, complex narrative.–Publishers WeeklyStellar… Thrilling… Enchanting.–Kirkus ReviewsTruly wonderful.–School Library JournalA Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

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