Description
Ophiuchus Rising
Book Summary
In this fast-paced continuation of the Zodiac saga, Rho, the young Guardian of Cancer House, faces her greatest challenge. After the devastating events of Black Moon, she finds herself plunged into grief and confusion, questioning the loyalty of those around her. With the Master finally unmasked, but with her loved ones in danger and all the constellations against her, Rho must find the inner strength to keep fighting. A young adult fantasy novel that combines astral mythology, fast-paced action, and a heroine pushed to her limits.
What is it about?
The story picks up right where the previous installment ended. Rho is broken, physically and emotionally, after the tragic events that have marked her path. Trust, her most fragile pillar, has been shattered, and she no longer knows who she can lean on. The Master, the criminal mastermind who has been pulling the strings of the zodiac, has been revealed, but the battle is far from over. Now, with the threat closer than ever and her allies in the crosshairs, Rho must decide if she is capable of gathering the strength needed to face an enemy whose ambition knows no bounds. The novel explores her internal struggle against despair while the fate of all the zodiac houses hangs in the balance.
Main Themes
- Overcoming grief and loss in the context of an epic struggle.
- The fragility of trust and the consequences of betrayal.
- Leadership under extreme pressure and the loneliness of the hero.
- The struggle against a destiny apparently written in the stars.
- Zodiac and astral mythology as the basis for a fantasy conflict.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at young adult readers passionate about fantasy with a strong mythological and romantic component. It is ideal for those who enjoy sagas with a complex female protagonist, continuous action plots, and a narrative universe built from the constellations. It is also a perfect read for fans of the series who want to discover the outcome of the conflicts started in Black Moon.
What this book offers
- An intense emotional evolution of the protagonist, who struggles against despair.
- A high-tension plot that maintains the narrative pace from beginning to end.
- A deepening of zodiac mythology as the basis for a unique power system.
- A climax that resolves the mysteries posed in the previous installment.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Russell, Romina
- Publisher: Editorial Del Nuevo Extremo, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Fantasy, Romantic fantasy, Children's and young adult fiction and true stories, Fantasy and magical realism (children's/young adult)
- Collection: Young Adult Fiction
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: February 2018
- Number of pages: 368
- Weight: 446 g
Editorial Review
Ophiuchus Rising is a sequel that more than meets the expectations generated by its predecessor. The author delves into Rho's inner torment, offering a psychological evolution consistent with the harsh trials she faces. The plot advances with an agile pace, combining action scenes with moments of introspection that enrich the reading experience. For fans of the Zodiac saga, this installment is essential, as it raises the stakes and brings the final confrontation with a villain worthy of the circumstances.