Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781848450929 Publisher: HarperCollins (Mira) Age Range: Adult / Older Teen (16+) Overview: Touch of Power is the first book in Maria V. Snyder's gripping Healer series, introducing Avry of Kazan, a young woman whose healing magic makes her both saviour and outcast in a plague-ravaged land. Blending dark fantasy, high-stakes adventure and a slow-burn romance, this brand-new paperback is perfect for readers who love morally complex heroines, richly built worlds and fast-paced storytelling. A standout addition to any fantasy shelf, it launches a beloved trilogy with confidence and heart. About the Book: In the plague-torn Territories, healers like Avry of Kazan are feared rather than celebrated, blamed for the disease that has decimated the population. When Avry breaks her own rule and uses her forbidden magic to save a dying child, she is condemned to the guillotine. Rescue comes from an unexpected source: a band of rogues who need her unique gift for a desperate mission. Their prince is dying, and only Avry's touch can save him - except he is the very man responsible for unleashing the plague that destroyed her home and family. Forced into an impossible alliance, Avry must decide whether saving one life is worth risking everything she has left. Snyder builds a vivid, dangerous world where magic carries real cost, and every act of healing takes something from the healer in return. The narrative moves quickly between tense escapes, uneasy alliances and moments of genuine emotional weight, as Avry wrestles with grief, duty and the pull of an enemy she cannot simply hate. Themes of sacrifice, power and redemption run throughout. Readers who enjoy character-driven fantasy with strong heroines and political tension will find plenty to love here, and this opening instalment sets up a world compelling enough to carry readers straight into the sequels. Key Benefits: Gripping opening to Maria V. Snyder's acclaimed Healer trilogy. Strong, morally complex heroine navigating an impossible choice. Rich world-building with a unique, cost-driven magic system. Blends adventure, political intrigue and slow-burn romance. Brand-new paperback, perfect for fantasy fans and gifting. About the Author: Maria V. Snyder is an American fantasy author best known for the Study series and the Healer trilogy. Born and raised in Philadelphia, she holds a degree in Meteorology from Penn State and a Master of Arts in fiction writing from Seton Hill University, where she now teaches and mentors on the MFA programme. Snyder brings a scientist's eye for detail to her world-building, crafting believable magic systems and richly realised settings. Her novels are known for strong, resourceful heroines, inventive fantasy worlds and pacey, emotionally engaging storytelling that has earned her a loyal international readership. Why You'll Love This Book: Touch of Power delivers everything great fantasy should: danger, magic, moral grey areas and a heroine worth rooting for. It's an addictive series-starter that rewards readers from the very first chapter. Please Note: Cover shown reflects the UK edition; ISBN as listed.