Poison Study by Maria V. Snyder

In a world where magic and danger intertwine, a young woman named Yelena faces execution for murder but is offered a reprieve if she becomes the food taster for the Commander of Ixia. As she navigates her new role, constantly at risk of being poisoned, Yelena uncovers a web of political intrigue and dark secrets. With her life hanging in the balance, she discovers hidden powers within herself and forms unexpected alliances, all while grappling with her past and the looming threat of a powerful enemy seeking to control the kingdom.

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