Shield of Sparrows: An Enemies-to-Lovers Epic Romantasy

Name: Shield of Sparrows: An Enemies-to-Lovers Epic Romantasy
Rating: 8.51 (966 reviews)
ISBN: 9781911750017

By Devney Perry

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RITES OF THE STARLING is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry’s #1 New York Times bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger, and magic collide in a captivating romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros.

Calandra’s five kingdoms are on the verge of destruction. The crux migration is coming. And in the wake of a devastating attack, I’ve been separated from the man who owns my heart.

I’m lost. Terrified. Homesick. Hunted by monsters, driven to exhaustion, and kidnapped by a powerful priest, the only thing keeping me going is the little girl counting on me to keep her safe.

It’s my turn to become the Guardian.

Our lives change one fateful night. A night of death. A night of monsters. A night of truths. That night, I learn the real meaning of fear—and the depth of my own strength.

Everyone wants me to be something I’m not—a queen, a spy, a sacrifice. But what if I embrace my crown? What if the secrets I uncover save our realm?

What if my sacrifice means salvation for the man I love?

For too long, I’ve feared the monsters we make.

It’s time to discover the monster within.

The Shield of Sparrows trilogy is an epic slow-burn romantasy best enjoyed in order.
Reading Order:
Book #1 Shield of Sparrows
Book #2 Rites of the Starling
Book #3 Coming Soon

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Published May 6, 2025

658 pages

Average rating: 8.51

966 RATINGS

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Readers say *Shield of Sparrows* by Devney Perry captivates with immersive world-building, a memorable female lead, and engaging slow-burn romance wit...

fromlizaslibrary

May 15, 2026

8/10 stars

I can absolutely see the hype for this book. It wasn’t my favorite and it isn’t perfect but I was definitely invested. My biggest gripe is it felt long. And I don’t mean long page wise, because it’s a fantasy and I love a good 600+ pager, but it felt long with the way it was written. What I loved was that Odessa felt more realistic than what we typically see from a fantasy FMC. She’s not the perfect fighter or super stealthy or smart, she was the average/forgettable princess and that made me like her a lot. What bothered me was the amount of questions she asked not just in dialogue but in her narrative as well. It became a bit much and although was a part of who she was it made the story drag at a lot of different points. There was also a lot of buildup so although I felt like I was moving through quickly, not much happened. I saw some things coming but I was invested and entertained so I let myself enjoy them and by the end I had tears, so of course need to read book two!

CeLynasings

Dec 21, 2025

10/10 stars

This book left me on the best cliffhanger ever!!! The writers style captured my attention from the start. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series and even more books from this author. The world building was even fun to get into.

Breannalf

Sep 07, 2025

10/10 stars

Shield of Sparrows might be my favorite read this year. Couldn’t put it down.

amberofak

May 27, 2025

8/10 stars

🌶️🌶️ but the plot is amazing and the MFC is sarcastic and brave but flawed. I appreciate not making her out to be helpless but also she starts off with not a lot going for her in the talent department.

Sara0719

May 24, 2025

9/10 stars

I’ve finished this book and still thinking about it days later! I can’t wait for the release of the second in this series. Many unexpected twists and the end of this one poised it well for a second.