A review by heathercottledillon
Grave Mercy by Robin LaFevers

4.0

I think of this book as chick lit with a punch. Ismae is no damsel in distress--she's basically an assassin nun. How cool is that? It's nice to read a historical novel with such a strong heroine, one who's more concerned about spilling the blood of the next evil-doer than being ladylike. Sure, the romantic part is really predictable. And I had trouble following all the politics, all the so-and-so was supposed to marry so-and-so, this guy made this treaty, this guy might be a traitor, etc. But still, it's a fun, quick read, and I look forward to following Ismae's adventures in the upcoming books.