Shield of Sparrows (Deluxe Limited Edition)

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 “I’m going to find my wife” 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!

🌶️🌶️ 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.

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!

I was locked in with this one! Another audiobook listen (because summer is busy and who has time to sit down and flip through 63 chapters?) I feel like I should start out this review with the warning that this is an UNFINISHED series (trilogy) and it definitely ends without true resolution. I say this to save you from starting this series before it’s finished because you’re going to want to “dive” (pun intended - IYKYK) right into the next book. I loved the world created by Perry and the fact that the book fueled my curiosity about all the secrets kept from the underestimated and perceptive main character. I typically find traits that really annoy me about the main character in almost every single book, but I didn’t feel that way about Odessa. She was swept away into a whole new world and adapted through all the confusion, secrets, and doubt that swirled around her. Aspects of this book give off Disney’s Brave vibes. If you want to be whisked away to a new world to slowly uncover puzzle pieces in this fantasy land just to have the puzzle partially completed at the end, jump in! If not, wait a bit for the series to be finished, but I recommend nonetheless!

Oh man what an amazing story! So many secrets that start unraveling in this amazing fantasy! The characters are intricate and interesting. This story had me in a chokehold and gripping my chair. This book does not disappoint and the slow burn - enemies to lovers was one of the best done. 🥰