I. Loved. It.

The slow burn. The angst. The longing. It was everything. The lack of communication between Rhya and Penn had me screaming internally at times - it was both frustrating and incredibly hot, all at the same time.

Really liked Soren's character and can't wait to see how this part of the story develops into the next book.

Give me book two now!!

I loved this book SO much. Such a wonderfully written romantasy... the romance - chef's kiss!
Really really looking forward to the next book!

Oh. My. Stars. This is the kind of romantasy debut that grips you by the heart and doesn’t let go. The plot is a masterclass in blending character development, plot twists, and romantic tension; all while building up to a destiny that could either save or shatter the entire realm. It left me breathless and eagerly flipping the pages, and I’m already counting down to see what happens next in this electrifying series.

I really liked Soren and I hope he is endgame 🥰 Rhya is a force to be reckoned with and I hope she works more on her power in the next book.

The only reason I couldn't give 5 stars is because of the lack of communication, that started to get annoying at the half way mark, when Penn started getting angry even though he had been withholding a lot of information from Rhya. He also didn't bother showing her anything to do with her power! Barely anytime spent with Soren and Rhya was informed and powerful. Penn is clearly a beloved leader but Rhya deserves better.

The worldbuilding is fascinating and the world the author has created is huge! The pacing is good and the writing is great as it caused me to be sad and angry at multiple points. The magic is intriguing and I want to know more.

I am looking forward to the next instalment and more Soren 😍

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for an eARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

A slow burn, enemies to something more, magic filled fantasy. Fun read. Slow start. I decided that was okay realising this going to be a many booked series, and it allows the author to introduce the characters, setting and magical system. By the end the action heats up, and leaves an enthralling cliff hanger to be developed in the next book. Thank you to Michael Joseph,Penguin Random House and NetGalley for the ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.

Firstly, a huge thank you to Julie Johnson, Michael Joseph, Penguin Random House publishing and NetGalley for providing me with the opportunity to read this eARC of The Wind Weaver.

The Wind Weaver was fantastic and everything I look for in a fantasy read. I absolutely loved it. Though I am still attempting to put the pieces of my shattered heart back together after that ending Julie! 😭

The book follows our wonderful heroine Rhya, a healer and a halfing who has been hunted and captured by those who want to hang her just for existing. Rhya is spared the noose due to a timely intervention from the sharp-tongued and brutish Commander Scythe, only to become a captive once again. The more time she spends with the mysterious commander, the more secrets come to light and Rhya is forced to question everything she thought she knew and her place in the world. She’s no ordinary halfing, she’s a weaver of wind, a Remnant, and one of 4 souls tied together, fated to restore the balance of maegic…

The Wind Weaver has some of my all time favourite tropes:

💙 Found Family
⚕️FMC is a healer
🐍 Monsters
🌬️ Elemental Magic
🔮 Prophecy
🗡️ Morally Grey MMC
❤️‍🔥Grumpy X Sunshine
🔥 Slow Burn Romance

As a reader I was completed immersed in the vivid world Julie has created. I adored the characters, the world building was excellent and I was hooked from the get go. I will 100% be continuing the series and I can’t wait to see more of Rhya’s journey.

The Wind Weaver is out in April 2025, get it on those TBRs 😍