A review by rachachisaur
Paladin's Strength by T. Kingfisher

slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I was concerned this wouldn’t hold up to the first book and I’m very happy to say that I was wrong!

I just love Istvahn and Clara so much. I laughed, I almost cried a few times, I rooted for them the whole time. So refreshing to have a romance between adults, portrayed realistically with all the realities of having lived a full life and your body starting to pay the price. 

Genuinely I think this series has ruined me for any other fantasy romance going forward. A perfect balance between world-building, plot, romance, humor, and side characters.