Beautifully thrilling and absolutely unforgettable,this YA fantasy stand-alone by Makiia Lucier isn’t to be missed!
Three years ago, in the midst of war and on a mission entrusted to him by the king, Lord Cassia disappeared. Since then a plague has spread leaving hundreds dead and the kingdom forever changed.
Having survived imprisonment and illness, Cass just wants to return home and forget his past horrors. But home isn’t as he remembers, for the castle has become a refuge for the royal court—and they’ve brought their enemies with them.
When an assassin targets those closest to the Queen, Cass is drawn into the hunt for a killer... and an unexpected bond with brilliant historian, Lena. Together they realise the culprit’s identity is far less important than why. Looking to the past, they discover a terrible secret—one that threatens the kingdom’s newfound peace and plunge it back into war.
I really enjoyed the brilliantly detailed world building and complex character development, of Cass especially. He and Lena had some of the best scenes and one of the most entertaining first meetings, I loved it!
I also really enjoyed the subtle paranormal elements (the ghosts) and the mystery surrounding the assassin and their motives was also rather enthralling—as was that incredible revelatory plot twist.
Overall, an exceptionally relevant tale of friendship, resilience and hope;fans of YA Fantasy or Mystery are going to love this I can’t wait to check out more of Lucier‘s work.
And a massive thank you to Hodder&Stoughton and NetGalley for the e-arc.
Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Year Of The Reaper by Makiia Lucier is Out Now
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