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A review by bookish_sheila
Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-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
I did not expect to fall this hard. Monsters, magic, forced marriage, and a slow-burn that nearly killed me. Devney Perry nailed her romantasy debut, and I’m obsessed.
What I loved
- Odessa starts off quiet but grows into a total badass
- The slow-burn romance is so worth it (tension for days)
- The world-building is deep but never boring
- Monsters, betrayal, secret identities—yes please
- That one horse trope? Cracked me up 😂
Favorite moments
- Training scenes with the Guardian
- That “touch her and die” moment (you’ll know it when you see it)
- Final chapter = chills and heartbreak
Favorite scene
When Odessa finally stops trying to please everyone and chooses herself. Pure goosebumps.
Why it's 5 stars
This book had everything: found family vibes, dangerous quests, sizzling tension, and real character growth. I was hooked from page one and didn’t want it to end.
Final thoughts
If you like slow-burn enemies-to-lovers, and fantasy with heart? Read. This. Now. I need book two yesterday. 🛡️🕊️
What I loved
- Odessa starts off quiet but grows into a total badass
- The slow-burn romance is so worth it (tension for days)
- The world-building is deep but never boring
- Monsters, betrayal, secret identities—yes please
- That one horse trope? Cracked me up 😂
Favorite moments
- Training scenes with the Guardian
- That “touch her and die” moment (you’ll know it when you see it)
- Final chapter = chills and heartbreak
Favorite scene
When Odessa finally stops trying to please everyone and chooses herself. Pure goosebumps.
Why it's 5 stars
This book had everything: found family vibes, dangerous quests, sizzling tension, and real character growth. I was hooked from page one and didn’t want it to end.
Final thoughts
If you like slow-burn enemies-to-lovers, and fantasy with heart? Read. This. Now. I need book two yesterday. 🛡️🕊️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Grief, Murder, War
Minor: Cursing, Misogyny, Sexism
A slow-burn romantasy with light spice, dangerous monsters, and political intrigue.
The Guardian’s secret identity is key to the plot and romance.