Nhika's an outsider in Theumas. Not only does she stand out by her skin, eyes, and hair, but she's one of the last bloodcarvers - magic users who can heal or harm someone by seeing and feeling their body systems. Bloodcarvers are sought out on the black market, used for their specialized skills, and often killed. Nhika never really feels safe or settled, even when those around her think she should. When a powerful family takes Nhika in, she knows there must be a catch.
Holy moly, I loved this book. Nhika is such a powerful character, and the murder mystery that unravels throughout The Last Bloodcarver is incredible. The magic of the bloodcarvers is unlike anything I've ever read, and I loved that it was based on healing and a form of medicine. Nhika is also just trying to find her place in the world and see where she can belong with her gifts. Ven Kochin represents everything Nhika doesn't have; unlike Nhika, he fits in with the upper echelon of Theumas. Their rivals-to-lovers romance is so delightful, and slow-burn lovers will enjoy the journey.
Final Thoughts:
The Last Bloodcarver is easily one of my favorite young adult books of the year so far. I can't wait for the second book in this duology, since it appears to have dual point-of-views. Hopefully, we see more of Ven Kochin, Nhika, and our trio of friends.
Rating: 5/5 Stars
Thanks to the publisher for providing me with an advanced listening copy! All the above thoughts are my own.
Holy moly, I loved this book. Nhika is such a powerful character, and the murder mystery that unravels throughout The Last Bloodcarver is incredible. The magic of the bloodcarvers is unlike anything I've ever read, and I loved that it was based on healing and a form of medicine. Nhika is also just trying to find her place in the world and see where she can belong with her gifts. Ven Kochin represents everything Nhika doesn't have; unlike Nhika, he fits in with the upper echelon of Theumas. Their rivals-to-lovers romance is so delightful, and slow-burn lovers will enjoy the journey.
Final Thoughts:
The Last Bloodcarver is easily one of my favorite young adult books of the year so far. I can't wait for the second book in this duology, since it appears to have dual point-of-views. Hopefully, we see more of Ven Kochin, Nhika, and our trio of friends.
Rating: 5/5 Stars
Thanks to the publisher for providing me with an advanced listening copy! All the above thoughts are my own.