"A remarkable tale of nonstop tension, action, and betrayal."
-Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
"Readers will be swept in by this strong protagonist and stunning worldbuilding, with a plot full of questions and surprises. Villoso's cunning, exciting debut is a new fantasy epic that readers will clamor for."
-Library Journal (Starred Review, Debut of the Month)
"One of the most compelling woman protagonists in recent memory."
-Seattle Book Review (5/5 Stars)
“Deeply compelling and wonderfully entertaining, THE WOLF OF OREN-YARO feels at once timely and timeless. K. S. Viloso’s lush and finely crafted world envelopes readers from the first page, as she takes us on an adventure full of heartache, hope, and triumph. It’s a fabulous read!”
— Josiah Bancroft, author of SENLIN ASCENDS
"Deliciously vivid, Villoso‘s prose will take you on a rollercoaster of emotions and leave you hungry for more."
-Timandra Whitecastle, author of THE LIVING BLADE trilogy
"Thrilling and touching, a personal tale with the scope of kingdoms."
-Dyrk Ashton, author of PATERNUS: RISE OF GODS
"Page-turning prose with vivid world-building and engrossing characters, including a badass heroine. THE WOLF OF OREN-YARO scratches that epic itch."
-Mike Shel, author of ACHING GOD
"The most compelling Queen I’ve ever had the pleasure to read."
-Daniel Potter, author of FREELANCE FAMILIARS
"Exceptional world building, a fascinating protagonist, riveting action scenes, and a deliciously complex plot."
-Phil Tucker, author of THE PATH OF FLAMES
“A powerful new voice in epic fantasy. Villoso deftly creates an intricate and compelling world of high fantasy intrigue and adventure dominated by a crafty, whip-smart heroine determined to unite her kingdom at any cost.”
— Kameron Hurley, author of THE LIGHT BRIGADE
“THE WOLF OF OREN-YARO is intricate, intimate, and intensely plotted. Full of subtle poignancy and remarkably genuine characters—even the rotten ones. I loved this book.”
— Nicholas Eames, author of KINGS OF THE WYLD
"A tale balanced on the blade's-edge between intrigue and action — and then Villoso twists the knife.”
— Gareth Hanrahan, author of THE GUTTER PRAYER
“THE WOLF OF OREN-YARO delivers complex and intriguing characters, an action-packed plot full of surprising twists, and deep, vivid worldbuilding. I can’t wait for the next book!”
— Melissa Caruso, author of THE TETHERED MAGE
"Both intimate and epic, THE WOLF OF OREN-YARO compels you to read on, because it's a story about people not characters, civilizations not settings, and deadly power plays not sanitized throne-room politics. It drags the tropes of queens, kings, knights, and the soldiers of yore into the streets, throws them to their collective knees, and demands that they face their fates like the leaders and power brokers of all real revolutions. So, don’t come to this wanting to leave with your hands clean. Villoso is too honest to let you off so easily.”
—Evan Winter, author of THE RAGE OF DRAGONS
“Villoso is a consummate storyteller who writes with honesty and heart. CHRONICLES OF THE BITCH QUEEN is a fresh take on the hero’s journey, an epic yet intimate tale that weaves action and adventure with an unflinching portrayal of human relationships. Vivid settings and vibrant characters give life and depth to a world as socially complex as it is politically brutal. Trust me; Villoso’s voice is one that cannot - must not - be ignored."
-Demi Harper, author of GOD OF GNOMES
"Strong pacing, lovely prose, and underlying themes of a daughter’s feelings of inadequacy in her father’s shadow."
-Quenby Olson, author of THE HALF KILLED
