I have returned from a too-long blogging hiatus with a bit of an updated look to my review posts (shiny new things!) and a review for a delightful YA fantasy novel, Truesilver!
(And don’t forget to enter my giveaway for a hardcover copy of this book!)
Title: Truesilver
Author: DJ Edwardson
Series: Swordspeaker Saga, #1 (Book 2, Rimewinter, coming spring 2022!)
Epic Fantasy • YA (enjoyable by anyone) • 2021 • 318 pages
Read August 2020 • 5 stars • Fave character: Kithian • I copyedited this but loved it enough to buy the hardcover
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Ranger’s Apprentice meets the Wingfeather Saga, with a dash of Prydain, in this delightful saga of a one-time shepherd boy who becomes bearer of a sentient sword.
In this masterfully woven tale, the bright threads of a lush and original world and generous doses of both whimsy and peril twine together to tell the story of a cast of colorful characters who stole my heart.
Seventeen-year-old Kion came from the lowliest roots and was pulled into a journey of action-y adventure, deadly danger, and a high calling awaiting him. With his trusty friend the smith Zinder — a loyal sidekick if ever there was one, who makes up with wit and quickness (and fabulous hats and lock-picking skills) what he lacks in size — at his side, Kion is a hero I’d follow through perils thick and thin.
And this book and its soon-to-release sequel, Rimewinter, abounds with just the sort of adventure that keeps you flipping pages, all while soaking in the rich tapestried detail of the writing and world.
Hint: the sword is my favorite! It’s worth reading the book just to meet the sword! Not even kidding. But I don’t want to give any more away. You’ll just have to discover it for yourself!
(Some action/violence/war. Otherwise clean. Teens of any age would love the book, methinks!) If you’re tired of endless romance in the YA section, this is a fun one to pick up. 😉
Truesilver is the first book in a Noblebright fantasy adventure series. I recommend this one to any reader looking for a rousing good tale full of heart!
Giveaway
If you missed it, check out my giveaway for a hardcover copy of Truesilver! (Giveaway open through February 28, 2022.) And said post also features the cover reveal for the sequel, Rimewinter!
Also! Let me know what you think of the new look for my review posts!
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The Page Dreamer (Deborah O'Carroll) 
This story just sounds SO GOOD and a wonderful callback to good ol’ classic fantasy. Also a sentient sword is DEFINITELY something I need to experience! :O Thank you so much for this wonderful review. It’s made me even MORE excited to read this delicious story!
And I LOVE the new format for your book reviews! The graphics are so pretty! *heart-eyes*
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Yes and yes!! Haha, the sentient sword is so unique and more people must read about it! Part of me always wants to not mention it as it’s almost a spoiler but at the same time it’s one of the most unique things about the books! So glad you liked the review! I think you’d love this book!
And eep, thanks so much!!
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Thank you for the thoughtful and encouraging review. And I second Christine on the graphics. They’re quite fetching. Also, it’s great that you’re brining the old site back to life. The internet needs more O’Carroll, without a doubt.
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You’re welcome! And thanks so much — that makes my day!
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