That usually comes in the trappings of political intrigue, deadly competitions, or the backdrop of war.
Magic and magical creatures feature heavily, sometimes as allies and other times as monsters to be slain.
And, of course, there are the ubiquitousromantasy love triangles.
While those are trademarks of the genre, someromantasy books and serieshave excelled at showcasing them more than others.
It’s the most lush and lyrical of her books, every page weaving a sensual dream.
If you’re one such person who lovesSix of Crows, then Mai Cortland’sFive Broken Bladesis a perfect read.
It’s the start of what’s planned as a trilogy.
While she’s granted the immortality she seeks, she’s cursed to have everyone she meets forget her.
The story flashes back to her childhood in France with her current life in present-day New York City.
It’s admittedly plot-light, but that’s not really the point.
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