A review by thegreatmanda
The Magpie Lord by KJ Charles

adventurous dark funny mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

The Magpie Lord has everything I loved about every other KJ Charles work I’ve read, with the added bonus of magic in the world. Her characters are always such a joy, and the addition of deceptively small, slight Stephen Day revealing exactly how competently dangerous he can be is thrilling. Stephen and Lucien together are scorching and sexy. I’m excited to read more of their adventures. 

Favorite Quotes:

“When I have you, sweet boy, it will be because you want me to. Not against your better judgement, not in spite of my surname, and definitely not to annoy your aunt.”

“I’m here, and I’m not leaving you, and anyone who comes after you will have to get past me first.”

“Stephen, you’re the only spark of light I’ve encountered in this whole vile country. You’re extraordinary. You’re valuable. And I don’t want you to die because of me.”