The Throne of Ash

A Tudor-esque historical fantasy

Here’s the blurb

A Queen. A Princess. And a Consort who must be chosen to ensure the future of the Throne of Ash.

The Queen’s Face masks all—even the woman who wears it. None may see her without it, not even her Consort responsible for ensuring she brings forth a healthy daughter to succeed her. If he fails, being cast aside is the most favourable of outcomes.

When Queen Cecily unknowingly determines on her sister’s lover as her Consort, ambition, jealousy, and the demands of courtly etiquette threaten the stability of the Throne of Ash.

Princess Bess knows only too well her responsibilities towards her sister, the queen, but when one of the powerful noble families attempts to ensnare both sisters with one lover, there can only ever be one winner.

The Throne of Ash is a Tudor-esque fantasy in which women rule, and men are kept in the background, of little use, aside from when a Consort must be chosen. Then, court intrigues, and politics come to the fore in a deadly game of politics and etiquette that sets sister against sister.

The Throne of Ash has never been more on fire.

Intrigued? Read the first chapter now.

Cover image for The Throne of Ash showing an elaborate key on a green background. By author Lissy Porter.

Buy link

Buy a signed paperback directly from the me.

The Throne of Ash is the first book in The Throne of Ash trilogy.

Reviews

‘Darkly regal and deliciously cutthroat, The Throne of Ash is a sharp, slow-burning political fantasy where power lies firmly in the hands of women—and no one is safe from the games they play.’ Netgalley Reviewer

‘The twist in this telling of the times is that women are victorious over men, and they rule for centuries. Men are in the background and only needed for reproducing children. This is a wonderful reimagining of life if ruled by women.’

‘This historical romantasy pulled me in and I was on Elizabeth’s side the whole way.’

‘This was a fantastic book, with a great look into a unique kingdom- do not be fooled by its cover, this is not just a repeat of the story you’ve read before! Prepare yourself for intrigue, for fascinating looks into the female society, and for toxic gender roles to be flipped around. I feel like this book will truly make you think about the world around you, and will make you consider the fact that things are the way they are based on chance, not just how it “ought” to be. I also feel that anyone interested in history should read this – the imagery and historical depictions stole my breath…I loved this look into a unique world, and I hope everyone else enjoys it as well!’ Netgalley Reviewer

‘A Tudor inspired fantasy with romance and lots of politics.’ Netgalley Reviewer

‘The novel’s strongest point is its worldbuilding. Porter crafts a court ruled by rigid etiquette and ruthless maneuvering, where every decision carries weight. The dynamic between Cecily and Bess is particularly intriguing, as sisterly duty clashes with personal desires. The idea of men being sidelined in the political sphere is a refreshing reversal, adding an interesting layer to the court intrigue…for fans of courtly drama with a unique power structure, it might still be worth a read.’ Netgalley Reviewer

‘The Throne of Ash by Lissy Porter is an exciting Tudor-inspired fantasy filled with intrigue, political maneuvering, and courtly romance. The world-building is rich, and the atmosphere captures the tension of the Tudor era.’ Netgalley Reviewer

‘The ending made me cry so hard. I don’t think I could have been as strong as Bess was in the final bits of the book. I cannot wait to see what comes next as this book leads into what could possibly be another book.’ Netgalley Reviewer

‘In the end, The Throne of Ash is a novel of high emotional stakes and quiet power, but one that reveals its full strength perhaps too late. A beautiful story—for those willing to wait for the fire beneath the ash.’ Netgalley Reviewer