Adastra Book Novels & Stories

Vashti flashed Anna a warning stare just before distracting Esther by changing the conversation. “Take this back to Shushan,” Vashti handed the book to Esther. “It documents everything I told you earlier, including my escape, the deception about my pregnancy, and everything you need to convince your people to accept Adara as their queen. I titled the book Vashti’s Daughter, because it’s as much your story, Adara, as it is mine.” When Anna heard the title, she was stunned. “May I see it, please?” Esther handed the book to Anna. It was heavier than she thought it would be when Vashti first showed to her at the cabin. The book cover was made of thick leather with parchment pages tightly bound t

Adimasta quickly stepped towards the shelf slightly back. Clarissa followed the boy. Adimasta pointed with his finger at each book, making sure he didn't go to the wrong shelf. Adimasta took a book that was quite thick. Books about world figures. Clarissa watched him. Adimasta walked towards the room to read and sat there. Clarissa sat by his side. Adimasta immediately flipped through the pages of the book and looked for the most memorable passages he found there. Turned out he still remembered everything well.