We are delighted to announce that Lauryn Hamilton Murray’s highly anticipated debut, HEIR OF STORMS has been chosen as Waterstones’ YA Book of the Month.

Publishing this week from Penguin Children’s, HEIR OF STORMS is a blazing YA romantasy perfect for fans of the Hunger Games and Twin Crowns series.

Congratulations, Lauryn!

Praise for HEIR OF STORMS

★ “An impressive debut that highlights the importance of fully embracing one’s true self.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ “Debut author Murray’s lush, confident prose distinguishes this impressive series opener.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“In Heir of Storms, a fierce heroine faces magical trials, courtly intrigue, and sizzling love triangles—think The Hunger Games with more spells, more stakes, and way more swoon. A must-read!” —Melissa de la Cruz, #1 New York Times bestselling author

‘Heir of Storms is everything I’ve been craving in a YA fantasy. An original spin on timeless tropes, between its thrilling trials, delicious romance and addictive cast of characters, this is the must-read book of the year.’ Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen

‘Bears all the hallmarks of addictive YA fantasy—perilous trials, elemental magic, court intrigue, epic twists, and an electrifying romance. Fans of Stephanie Garber have found their new obsession—this is going to be huge’ Laura Steven, international bestselling author of Our Infinite Fates

‘A thundering success of a YA debut that marks Lauryn Hamilton Murray as a real talent. It manages to feel both fresh and nostalgic at the same time and has so much that I love in a YA fantasy: swoony romance, brilliant world building, courtly intrigue, thrilling trials, and epic twists. I’m desperate for book two!’ Katherine Webber, bestselling author of Twin Crowns

‘I laughed, I cried, I gasped. This is an unputdownable read that is sure to be everyone’s new obsession!’ Anam Iqbal, author of The Exes

‘Lauryn weaves a masterful and totally immersive tale that will draw you further in at every turn. Beautiful, brilliant, and utterly breathtaking, Heir of Storms is a must-read for fantasy lovers!’ Beth Reekles, bestselling author of The Kissing Booth

‘Heir of Storms is a dazzling tale of love, legacy and the price of power. With vibrant prose and dagger-to-the-throat romance, this book will leave you spellbound.’ Kat Delacorte, author of With Fire in Their Blood