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Guest blog & giveaway with Shona Husk

The Truth About Fairies

Fairies are real, but because they don’t live in our world, they live in Annwyn, we don’t see them very often. And when we do see them we can convince ourselves that it was just a person and the magic was track of the light. However, since they are real and can be dangerous here are a few essential things to keep in mind should you find yourself face to face with most beautiful person you’ve ever met.

  1. Check their eyes. Fairies have pale eyes, ice pale and they come in all different colors including odd ones like orange and pink, as well as the greens and blues. Even changelings have pale eyes.
  2. Changelings are mortal, but they are fairy. They have a tendency to love deals and gambling and they always have some psychic ability like psychometry or seeing the future.
  3. Never make a deal with a fairy. It might seem like a really good idea at the time, but it will unravel and you will be left worse off.
  4. Never accept a gift from a fairy. First, that gift will not remain shiny and beautiful. Things made in Annwyn change in our world. Gems will become coal, fine clothes will become course. Second, accepting a gift puts you in their debt. It’s never a good thing to owe a fairy.
  5. Not all fairies live in Annwyn. Plenty live among us. Some by choice, some are exiled and some are banished.
  6. Exiled fairies are the least dangerous. Exile is a social death. They are not allowed to return to Annwyn and lose all social standing but they are still connected to the power, however they don’t want to occur an extra penalty so they are on their best behavior. They often work as Brownies or other roles helping mortals.
  7. Banished fairies are the most dangerous. Banishment is a slow wasting death cut off from the magic that once sustained them. They will do anything to get home, lying, cheating, stealing and generally making trouble. Sometimes they’ll make trouble for fun, after all if they are suffering so should everyone. They are the imps, boggarts and monsters in the closet. Children can often see them (and all fairies), so next time your child says there’s something under the bed they may not be lying.
  8. Fairies need humans. Without a human partner they can’t have children. A child born in Annwyn is fairy, but a child born in our world is changeling.
  9. Fairies are not immortal. But compared to our lifespan they may as well be. Can you imagine what it would be like to live for centuries? To live so long you lost track of time? To have so much time you can literally waste a year playing dice or creating elaborate schemes to bring down your enemy?
  10. Because of their long lives and the way the Court of Annwyn works, they have different morals than us. They aren’t beautiful humans, or harmless beings. They are dangerous and deserve to be treated with caution and respect. That said they are capable of caring and falling in love—which they happen to consider very foolish and one of the most dangerous things a fairy can do.

 

 

THE OUTCAST PRINCE

by SHONA HUSK

The Outcast Prince Cover

JULY 2013

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 Just One Taste Is All It Takes…

This is no ordinary mirror. Caspian caught a hint of color, a whirl of a waltz just past his reflection—a glimpse into the decadent Fairy Court of Annwyn. The home he could never have. It called to him, whispering temptation after temptation…if he could only reclaim his rightful heritage.

To Be Forever Lost…

Caspian has an even stronger reason to stay in the world of humans. He’s just met a woman who captivates him like no other. But loving him has proven to be dangerous. And he will do whatever it takes to protect Lydia from the vicious, seductive world of Court—even if doing so requires the ultimate sacrifice: his soul.

 

Praise for The Outcast Prince:

“Brilliantly unique, beautifully sensual, The Outcast Prince had me spellbound from the first page! Shona Husk’s engaging voice and vivid, creative world-building make every one of her books a must-read!” — Larissa Ione, New York Times bestselling author

“Innovative fantasy… An emotional and engaging tale.” —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars

Shona Husk Author Photo 2ABOUT THE AUTHOR

A civil designer by day and an author by night, Shona Husk lives in Western Australia at the edge of the Indian Ocean. Drawing on history, myth and imagination, she writes about heroes who are armed and dangerous but have a heart of gold—sometimes literally. Look for the next book in the Annwyn Series, Lord of the Hunt in January 2014. You can find out more information about Shona and her edgy romances at http://www.shonahusk.com/ or follow her on Twitter, @ShonaHusk.

 

GIVEAWAY TIME!!!!!!!

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27 Responses to Guest blog & giveaway with Shona Husk

  1. tracy kilgore July 9, 2013 at 5:48 am #

    Sound like a great book!

  2. mandy miller July 9, 2013 at 6:35 am #

    Want to read this sooooo much! Thank you! I love her books! Shona, you rock!!

  3. SharonS July 9, 2013 at 7:12 am #

    I’ve read this and loved Husk’s twist on the classic fairie mythos. I have a thing for the arrogant and condescending fae Already looking forward to the next installment.

  4. Dawn Roberto July 9, 2013 at 7:25 am #

    What inspired The Outcast Prince? Was it anything in particular or just a flash of brilliance in the mind and whatnot? 🙂 Sounds really good. Have it on my wish list.

  5. CrystalGB July 9, 2013 at 7:52 am #

    The Outcast Prince sounds great. I love the cover.

  6. Jolene A July 9, 2013 at 7:55 am #

    This sounds amazing!!! Can’t wait to read it!

  7. Janice Hougland July 9, 2013 at 7:59 am #

    Wow, Shona! I love the paranormal, but rarely have I read a blurb as intriguing as this one…especially with the explanation about faeries listed above (I’ve saved the list, BTW, so I don’t forget about the various things about faeries). I wanna read The Outcast Prince so bad I can taste it! 🙂 Thanks for this blog discussion this morning and congrats to you, Shona, on your release and writing career. Sounds promising! jdh2690@gmail.com

  8. orchid7 July 9, 2013 at 8:38 am #

    I’d love to try this one- it sounds different and fun!

  9. Victoria Zumbrum July 9, 2013 at 9:07 am #

    Thanks for the giveaway. I would love to read this book. Sounds very good.

  10. Margay July 9, 2013 at 11:03 am #

    This book looks so good! Gotta love that cover!

  11. Sebella Blue July 9, 2013 at 11:15 am #

    I love the breakdown of Fairy characteristics and behaviors. The magic mirror aspect is attention grabbing as well ( at least it grabbed mine ). The Fae are my favorite supernatural beings. Thank you for feeding my obsession.

  12. Stephanie F. July 9, 2013 at 11:53 am #

    I loved the Shadowlands series so I am really excited to see that you’ve gone into the world of the fae. I can’t wait to read this series.

  13. Texas Book Lover July 9, 2013 at 12:41 pm #

    Great list and I really like the cover of this book!

  14. Eva Millien July 9, 2013 at 1:14 pm #

    Thanks for the truth about fairies and how to recognize them.. I am looking forward to reading this book. It sounds great. Thanks for sharing and for the great giveaway.

  15. Lori Meehan July 9, 2013 at 2:39 pm #

    I loved the fairly tidbits. The book sounds really good. Congrats on your newest release.

  16. Barbara Elness July 9, 2013 at 4:13 pm #

    I think The Outcast Prince sounds like a fantastic story and I’m looking forward to reading this start of a new series for Shona Husk.

  17. Diane July 9, 2013 at 6:04 pm #

    I haven’t tried this series! How many books are there?

    • Shona Husk July 10, 2013 at 5:51 pm #

      The Outcast Prince is the first book in the series, books 2 and 3 will be out next year.

  18. erinf1 July 9, 2013 at 8:44 pm #

    congrats Shona on the newest release! What is the one thing that you have to have/do while writing?

  19. bn100 July 10, 2013 at 9:13 am #

    Interesting info about fairies

  20. Chelsea K July 11, 2013 at 10:48 pm #

    Congratulations on your new book & thank you for the giveaway!

  21. BookLady July 12, 2013 at 5:46 pm #

    Congratulations on the publication of The Outcast Prince! It sounds like a fascinating book. Great cover. Thanks for the giveaway.

  22. Anita H. July 13, 2013 at 3:31 am #

    Very interesting fairy facts, Shona. Your book sounds intriguing, can’t wait to read them the whole series!

  23. Ada July 13, 2013 at 3:42 am #

    Hi Shona, I was wondering what got you interested in writing about fairies? Thanks for the chance to win 🙂

  24. Jeanne July 14, 2013 at 7:59 am #

    Congrats on the book. Sounds like a great read and thanks for the giveaway!

  25. Janie McGaugh July 15, 2013 at 9:02 pm #

    Sounds like an amazing world.

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