In a continent on the edge of war, two witches hold its fate in their hands.
Young witches Safiya and Iseult have a habit of finding trouble. After clashing with a powerful Guildmaster and his ruthless Bloodwitch bodyguard, the friends are forced to flee their home.
Safi must avoid capture at all costs as she’s a rare Truthwitch, able to discern truth from lies. Many would kill for her magic, so Safi must keep it hidden – lest she be used in the struggle between empires. And Iseult’s true powers are hidden even from herself.
In a chance encounter at Court, Safi meets Prince Merik and makes him a reluctant ally. However, his help may not slow down the Bloodwitch now hot on the girls’ heels. All Safi and Iseult want is their freedom, but danger lies ahead. With war coming, treaties breaking and a magical contagion sweeping the land, the friends will have to fight emperors and mercenaries alike. For some will stop at nothing to get their hands on a Truthwitch.
Β« Iβm exhausted from running-fighting Β» stars
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OK this has been a buddy read with Katherine @paperbackdreamer
It was the best idea this young Lady got as I wanted to read this book for so long but never took the time to do it. Now Iβm addicted!
With this book you will:
-run at break neck speed in dark alleys escaping pursuers;
-jump from rooftop to rooftop to reach the nearest shelter;
-turn mid swing with your foot connecting with nose or ankle or…when you fight some Cleaved witch;
-dance an intricate, fast but sensual dance with a handsome but explosive tempered prince;
-be sore from riding a horse for hours or for fighting dirty with a Blood Monk hell bent on catching you to trade you to the highest bidder.
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All that with your BFF at your side because you have her back and she has yours. Threadsisters Forever.
Now back to the characters and somewhat to the story.
This book is told from different point of view. First our feminine witch duo Sari with long blond hair tanned skin and Iseult dark hair and pale pale skin.
Sari is nobility and Iseult Nomatsi, rejected and feared by most.
It took some time to understand how they became such close friends, what was their past and what was their goal. As said above the writing focuses on action, action and more action.
This is an astute trick keeping the reader on his toes all along distilling tidbits here and there to build their lifeβs puzzle.
I loved the universe building, the different kind of magic, the legend, everything even if it was somewhat confusing in the beginning due to the above writing style.
Sari and Iseult were Yin and Yang. Sari was impulsive, restless would serve as a distraction while Iseult had to stay cool and was difficult to read. She was the planner, the mastermind.
Both would give her life for the other. And my god could they fight!!! Kill Bill ten times.
Susan Dennard did not stop at two main characters but we had two βnot really side but not main eitherβ characters. Prince Meric was really fun to read about. I loved that he was tempestuous and could not stay cool for long. When Sari was in the vicinity these two would ignite, bicker and fight like you have no idea!
The Blood Witch Aeduan is a βgreyβ character. One you should dislike but the more you read about the more you like and canβt wait to see what future await for him.
So you have guessed that this story is packed or rather crammed with action and adventure.
Itβs colorful, fast paced, adventurous, epic, theatric β¦
I could not avoid thinking about Taken, Mission Impossible or Wonder Woman but medieval witch style.
I loved the characters the plot the magic universe…and now I want to read the whole series!
If you want epic and adrenaline THIS IS IT!
Have you read it?
Thanks for reading!
I’m so glad you loved it. I still haven’t picked this up because of the mixed reviews but your review gives me hope. I think I’ll pick it up sometime in the near future. Loved your review! <3
Thank you and honestly I did not read the other reviews before LOL I hope you’ll enjoy as much as I did!!!
I can’t wait to read this one! It’s on my Fantasy list.
Well it was on my list for so long Wendy! Low I’m glad I got to read the first one as it’s a series I will read to the end!
Iβve had this book on my shelf for SO freaking long! After reading your review I think it convinced me to finally pick it up!!
Well I’m glad Shanah π
Sounds cool! Awesome review, Sophie!
Thank you Trisy and it was awesome! Happy Sunday my friend <3
Awesome review, my friend. Sounds like an awesome adventure. It’s been a while since the last time I read a YA. I need to start one soon. β€οΈ
Oh yes Geybie some YA are just fantastic! Have a wonderful Sunday π xoxo
Adding this to my TBR!
Good choice and now I will cross my fingers that I did not misled you LOL
I absolutely loved this book! I’m so glad you enjoyed it as much as I did! I haven’t read the sequel yet but I hope you like it when you finally get to read it. Fantastic Review! π
Thank you so much!!! And I still have to read the sequel so it’s on my “next read” pile π
I tried to read it!! I think I gave it a chapter ;-( What is it we me and YA boring me to death? I still try a book here and there but I’m clearly not build for the drama that comes with YA. I’m super happy you loved it!!!
Don’t despair Corina π
YAY! I’m so glad that you read this and that you loved it as much as I did!!!!! π <3
Oh yes I did Flavia ! <3
Great review Sophie! It seems like a great read, already added to my TBR π
Thank you Mia and I hope you’ll love it too π