Shield of Sparrows (Deluxe Limited Edition)

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Now in development as a feature film with Amazon MGM Studios, with John Wick screenwriter Derek Kolstad attached to write the script.

Shield of Sparrows is a slow-burn, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros—where enemies become lovers, monsters stalk a cursed realm, and a forgotten princess finds the strength to tear off her crown and become the warrior she was never meant to be.

The gods sent monsters to the five kingdoms to remind mortals they must kneel.

I’ve spent my life kneeling—to their will and to my father's. As a princess, my only duty is to wear the crown and obey the king.

I was never meant to rule. Never meant to fight. And I was never supposed to be the daughter who sealed an ancient treaty with her own blood.

But that changed the fateful day I stepped into my father’s throne room. The day a legendary monster hunter sailed to our shores. The day a prince ruined my life.

Now I’m crossing treacherous lands beside a warrior who despises me as much as I despise him—bound to a future I didn’t choose and a husband I barely know.

Everyone wants me to be something I’m not—a queen, a spy, a sacrifice.

But what if I refused the role chosen for me? What if I made my own rules? What if there’s power in being underestimated?

And what if—for the first time—I reached for it?

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Published May 6, 2025

528 pages

Average rating: 8.54

411 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

Gail_71
Jul 13, 2025
10/10 stars
I completely devoured this book! From the very beginning, it was utterly engrossing. I felt that for Odessa, she was often overlooked, always the second choice, and the one who was left out. Watching her flourish into something new and different as the chapters progressed was brilliant. Her husband was a master of one-liners, and the banter between them had me giggling like a schoolgirl. The chemistry between the two of them was off the charts. When tensions escalated, wow, did they escalate! I wish there were more chapters from Ransom’s perspective, not just the last one. Hopefully, we’ll get more in the next book(s). However, that one chapter was worth it for the final line. Who doesn’t love a ā€œI’m going to find my wifeā€ moment? It’s an action-packed read with a refreshing storyline. So much happens in those last few chapters; I can’t wait to see what comes next!
amberofak
May 27, 2025
8/10 stars
šŸŒ¶ļøšŸŒ¶ļø 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.
Josie the book goblin
Aug 22, 2025
9/10 stars
I was scared to read this one because its so hyped and you know what I completely get it. I loved it buuuuut hear me out I may get some hate for this but I didn't love the romance as much as I loved the world and creature building as well as the alchemy. I really enjoyed Odessa's character. She was great I loved being in her brain and seeing how it worked. The world was vast and I need more about it stat. The creatures for me is where this shines. I'm a big animal advocate so all the vivid descriptions about them rocked my world. Now I did predict some outcomes but wasn't entirely sure how it was going to happen. Without spoilers and this will be hard but if you read the book I think you'll understand. I didn't like how the romantic interest went about executing things at all. There were a lot of secrets from a lot of people and I felt that was super fucked up. I also didn't love how forgiving Odessa was of everything. That alone dropped the book down in rates for me. I personally feel victimized by the author right now. The events that just hit me in the last 50 pages I couldn't keep up with at all and I am hurt. Besides the gaslighting and that cliffhanger everything else was great.
Jordi 🌈
Aug 13, 2025
6/10 stars
Was okay. Good concept but nothing much happens
Helloimtata
Jul 30, 2025
8/10 stars
A Fresh World and a Surprising Twist I really enjoyed the unique world-building and compelling characters in this book. The story kept me engaged, and the unexpected twist at the end was a great surprise that added depth and excitement. I’m definitely looking forward to reading the next installment in the series!

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