Dragonfly & The Glass Swallow
Dragonfly
Princess Taoshira is appalled when she is ordered to marry Prince Ramil ac Burinholt in order to unite their lands. And Ramil's not too pleased either. They hate each other on sight.
So when she and Ramil are kidnapped, they fear there's no escape - either from their kidnappers or from each other.
Can they put aside their differences long enough to survive ambush, unarmed combat, brainwashing and imprisonment? And will the people they meet on their extraordinary adventure - including a circus strongman, a daring rebel leader, a sinister master of spies and the best female fighter they have ever seen - help them or betray them to the enemy..?
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The Glass Swallow
Rain
She designs exquisite stained glass for the windows of her city. But the law is clear — it is forbidden for girls to be part of the glassmaker's guild. To keep her secret hidden, she leaves home and travels to the strange new country of Magharna.
Peri
When he witnesses Rain's capture by a gang of bandits, both his fate and his heart becomes tied to hers. They escape the outlaws, but Peri and his family of falconers are untouchables who are scorned by all, and Rain is not allowed to be part of their lives.
Can Rain and Peri's love survive the prejudices against them? And with the city on the brink of disaster will they be able to stop their world from smashing apart?
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Linnea C. wrote on 02 February 2012:
Hi Julia! I absolutely love all of your books! I just have a question about Dragonfly. Where did the inspiration for the dragonfly come from? Why that animal? The reason I ask is because my family loves dragonflies, so it was just funny that a book I was reading was all about that. Thank you! Linnea
Hi I was inspired by the poem I quote at the front - they are magical creatures.
Izzy wrote on 20 January 2012:
I am 11 but last time I read dragonfly I didn't get into it it was a year ago should I try it again?
You could try but maybe this kind of fantasy isn't your thing? I write lots of different sorts of books so don't expect everyone to like everything. I would have thought Dragonfly appeals to those who like adventure with a touch of romance.
Joanna wrote on 14 January 2012:
Julia Golding is one of my favorite authors ever! One small question, will the Glass Swallow be released in the United States. A disadvantage of mine is that all the books I look forward to reading are released in the UK first!
Good news: out in the States now.
Vasily Romani wrote on 05 January 2012:
My 2 favorite books ever. I have read both books so many times i can't remember! Are there going to be any other books like this in the future (based in the same areas)? I love all your books
Probably - I often return to things when a new idea strikes.
Sarah wrote on 11 December 2011:
I absolutely love all your books, especially Dragonfly and The Glass Swallow! If they ever are made into movies- I'd love to see them (or being them)! You are such a talented writer, and you've helped me come up with so many different ideas for stories- thank you for everything :)
Thanks, Sarah.
angie wrote on 03 December 2011:
Dragonfly was soo good i love the romance.I hope to read the Glass Swallow next!
Samantha wrote on 30 November 2011:
I read both The Glass Swallow & Dragonfly and loved them both! Your a very talented author and I hope you keep coming out with more books. P.S Thanks for the writers tips! They were a lot of help for me.
Glad they helped!
clara wrote on 26 November 2011:
Hi, these two books are my favourite ones you have written. Is it possible to write more with either set of characters? x
Perhaps - I can imagine returning to this world.
Anaiis wrote on 19 November 2011:
Hi! I loveddddddddd Dragonfly that was my favorite book out of all my life! Ive read it 10 time now!! Haha I know this is wierd but i was always wondering what the characters looked like
I do describe them but the rest is up to you to fill in - that's the way books work unlike films.
Kara wrote on 14 November 2011:
Glass Swallow was amazing, I can't decide whether I like Dragonfly or Glass Swallow better :) Where do you get the names for people in the books and their countries? Also, I enjoyed the map at the beginning of Glass Swallow, it helped me imagine my way around better :) I'm hoping to read more of your books soon.
Glad you like the map because I drew it (and the one in Dragonfly). I make the names up as part of feeling my way into a culture I am imagining. Julia
Kara wrote on 13 November 2011:
I enjoyed Dragonfly very much, I read it in less than a day. I can't wait to read the Glass Swallow! :)
Kara wrote on 12 November 2011:
I have just gotten out Dragonfly and the Glass Swallow, and I can't wait to read them! :)
Melissa wrote on 12 November 2011:
Thank you for writing Dragonfly I enjoyed it so much and will be sharing it with my daughters and friends!
Thank you Melissa. It was one of the books I enjoyed writing the most.
June wrote on 06 November 2011:
Hi! I LOVE Dragonfly...but will there be another book after it about what happens to Tashi and Ramil and all the other characters because it left me hanging and wanting more!!! june
Hi There's The Glass Swallow with some updates on what is going on.
Mendeleev wrote on 04 November 2011:
If you do write a sequel to these stories...can Tashi and Ramil be the main characters again in the third book and if you write a fourth book Rain and Peri? I couldnt live without another book in this series! Lol thanks Mendeleev <3
Hi Lovely ideas, thanks for sending them. Not sure what I'd do yet if I returned to this world. The plots have their own logic once I get thinking. Julia
violet wrote on 28 October 2011:
why do you write under two names? I saw that you also write as author Eva Edwards or something? Which name is your real name if either? Why write under two different names? Don't you want people to know that you wrote it? I was VERY curious about this because Agatha Christi also did something similiar and I wonder what makes authors do it?
Different books for different readers under different names - its as simple as that!
hi julia wrote on 25 October 2011:
is your new book out in the library yet? i love all your books they r gr8! the companions quartet is amazing could u write another like it? i loved it.
Hi I've got an ebook/print on demand sequel coming out soon. Send me your email and I'll let you know when it is ready. Julia
Erin wrote on 22 October 2011:
I LOVE DRAGONFLY IT WAS AMAZING!!!! I felt like i was apart of there world and I absolutely can't wait to read THE GLASS SWALLOW
sakra-rose wrote on 18 October 2011:
Um, when does The Glass Swallow come out in the U.S? :) I would really like to know, Thnx!
Very soon if not already - Fall was the date I was given.
Bec wrote on 29 September 2011:
Hi, I just was wondering when Glass Swallow comes out in Australia? Thanks!
You should be able to order it already. Have you tried? j
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