The Veiled Kingdom

The romantasy genre makes use of numerous tropes and plot patterns. Identify at least three such tropes that appear in the novel, and explain how Renee both conforms to and subverts these patterns.

Explain how Renee’s attempts at worldbuilding both enhance and hinder the development of Nyra and Dacre’s romantic relationship.

Examine Nyra and Dacre’s differing opinions on the ethical dilemma of using violence to counter violence. How has each character been shaped by violence? What moral questions about violence do each of them raise?

Compare and contrast The Veiled Kingdom to another popular romantasy novel. What elements do these two narratives have in common, and how is The Veiled Kingdom unique? Include close readings of samples from each text.

Discuss Renee’s use of foreshadowing throughout the narrative, especially as it relates to Nyra’s identity. Use specific textual evidence to support your analysis.

Explore the similarities between Nyra’s struggle with her lack of magic and Dacre’s struggle to use his healing magic after failing to save his mother. How is each character shaped by their magic or lack thereof? How do their perceptions of this magic change as their relationship grows?

Compare and contrast Davian and King Roan in their roles as fathers, leaders, and antagonists, using specific textual evidence to support your claims.

Consider the role of Micah as a character. Though he only appears in Chapter 1, how does he significantly shape the narrative and Nyra’s character arc?