A review by rebeccas_in_book_love
Vows & Ruins by Helen Scheuerer

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

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

5.0

In this second book in The Legends of Thezmarr series we are continuing to follow Thea, Wilder Hawthorne, Wren, and many others from the 1st book -’Blood & Steel’. It’s dual POV between Thea and Wilder exploring themes of friendship, sisterhood, love, and betrayal. We start to learn more about the Veil & the mysteries surrounding it. Truths are revealed that left my jaw on the floor and now I need Book 3! 😊 The politics also start to take center stage and we get a lot more world-building outside of the walls of Thezmarr. I LOVED this second installment even more than the 1st book ‘Blood & Steel’ - which I gave 5 stars too! I love the character development with Thea, the relationship between her and Wilder and his development as well. The plot and mystery around the new threats to the Kingdom are also well-paced making these 500+ books so easy to fly through! I’m excited for the third book projected to release in 2024. This world and these characters are so much fun to experience! I don’t know whether this is slated to be a trilogy or if more books are anticipated. Either way, I’m here for it! Helen Scheuerer’s writing just flows off the page for me and I’m having the time of my life with these characters and uncovering the mystery of what’s going on alongside them!