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The Masks of Aygrima trilogy concludes with Faces, edited by three-time Hugo nominee Sheila Gilbert.

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About the book:

The spellbinding third novel of The Masks of Aygrima is set in a land where people are forced to wear spell-imbued Masks that reveal any traitorous thoughts they have about their ruler, the Autarch.

Mara Holdfast is a young woman gifted with the ability to see and use all the colors of magic. Two other people share this talent: the Autarch, who draws upon the very life-force of his subjects to fuel his existence and retain his control over the kingdom; and the legendary Lady of Pain and Fire, the only person who has ever truly challenged the Autarch’s despotic reign.

After a devastating battle that takes a dreadful toll on both the rebel unMasked Army and the forces of Prince Chell, their ally from across the sea, Mara and her fellow survivors have no one to turn to for help but the Lady of Pain and Fire.

As the Lady leads them to her haven beyond the mountain borders of the kingdom, Mara feels that she has found the one person who truly understands her, a mentor who can teach her to control and use her power for the greater good. Together, they may be able to at last free Agryma from the Autarch’s rule.

Living within the Lady’s castle, cut off from her friends in the village far below, Mara immerses herself in her training. Still, she can’t entirely escape from hearing dark hints about the Lady, rumors that the Lady may, in her own way, be as ruthless as the Autarch himself.

Yet it is not until they begin their campaign against the Autarch that Mara discovers where the real danger lies. Driven by the Lady’s thirst for revenge, will Mara and all her friends fall victim in a duel to the death between two masters of magic?

Praise for Faces…

“The conclusion of this fantastic trilogy does not disappoint. From Mara’s inner turmoil and relationships with those around her to the final battle – it’s suspenseful and full of surprises. Don’t miss this intriguing world of magic and masks. It’s a dark fantasy trilogy with incredible world-building, interesting characters, and a heroic story.” – SciFiChick.com

“In his final installment in the Masks of Aygrima trilogy, Faces, E.C. Blake builds on the suspense created in the previous installment. Readers will see the characters grow and change…Blake creates a perfect balance between the action and emotion, forging a deep connection between the reader and the characters.” – RT Book Reviews

“Mara is…a fascinating character…I was never sure of how all the problems will resolve. The final results were unpredictable and more than once I was surprised at how things concluded.” – The BiblioSanctum

“Faces, the third book in the Masks of Aygrima series, closes out a spectacular story arc….Blake has done a marvelous job of creating a very sympathetic protagonist in Mara…Faces is a wonderful story with some great characters and world-building. I was completely satisfied with how Faces ended…Fans of realistic heroines will love Mara.” – The Qwillery

 

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    • Chris Horton on September 13, 2015 at 3:42 am
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    It was an awesome read. I was riveted from start to finish. In fact I have read all three books in the past 3 weeks….really great story from first to third. Thank you. I can’t wait for the continuation of the story in a new trilogy (going to happen right??!!)

    1. Thanks, Chris! I do have a story for future books, but it all depends on sales…nothing planned right now, but I still have hope. Anyway, glad you enjoyed the trilogy!

    • L W on January 25, 2017 at 10:53 pm
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    When will the Faces book be published in audio format?

    1. Unfortunately, there are no plans for a Faces audiobook at this time. I wish there were!

    • Eric on May 15, 2018 at 6:30 am
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    Another vote for Faces in audiobook format. Listened to first 2 then was so disappointed that the conclusion was not out there in audiobook format. Due to health problems books, even ebooks are just too difficult for me to use. If it wasnt for audiobooks I’d go mad watching stupid reality tv!

    1. Thanks, Eric. Still no plans for a Faces audiobook… 🙁

    • Sheri on December 6, 2018 at 6:36 am
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    Another vote for audiobook.

    1. Thanks! But at the moment…

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