ARC Book Review Swordheart by T. Kingfisher
Swordheart is set in the world of the White Rat - the same world as T. Kingfisher’s Clockwork Boys duology and her Paladin’s Grace series and is a romantic fantasy tale of a 30s something heiress who must overcome her greedy family to claim her inheritance. It’s a lush fantasy with a cosy feel filled with amazing awkward moments, witty banter, and a splash of almost screwball comedy —and a cast of well formed characters which add to the joy of reading.
The books in the White Rat series of Kingfisher’s are also sometimes referred to as ‘paladin romances’. Not to give too much away, but the sword Halla draws to defend herself releases Sarkis, an immortal swordsman who protects and serves the wielder of the blade. He’s also valiant and charismatic. It’s not a huge surprise when the romance begins… Together Halle and Sarkis seek a way for Halle to claim her fortune, and along the way deal with bandits, inquisitors, and of course the dangerous in-laws desperate to keep Halle in the family. Originally published in 2018, Swordheart is being re-released in a stunning new edition with a fabulous new cover which will delight both new fans and steadfast collectors.
It’s also a perfect book to curl up with on a wintery day.
Thanks to @NetGalley and the TOR Publishing Group for an advanced reading copy.
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