I found this to be a really original concept and very well executed.
The idea of threadmending to heal someone is an interesting idea and coupled with the blight that exists in the World, it added up to being a very good premise and a book that kept me interested all the way through.
It's part one of a duology and I'll definitely be reading book two when it arrives.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for allowing me a chance to review this ARC.

Let me start by saying you HAVE to pick up this book!! The book was phenomenal. I'm not quite sure how long I can wait for book 2, hopefully not too long or I may combust.

x Bug Daddy
x Enemies to Lovers
x Forced Proximity
x High Stakes
x Unique Magic

The characters in this book were written exceptionally well, brimming with depth and complexity.
It became easy to relate and empathise with them throughout the book. And oh, the drama!! I was hooked almost instantly from both the characters themselves and the drama they brought to the story. Edira's power itself is complex and tied with consequence, to see her grapple with this whilst chasing the ghosts of those who came before her was one of my favourite parts to the story. The tension was so thick between certain characters and within the plot itself, it could have been cut with a knife. I was quite literally on the edge of my seat anticipating what would happen next. (At one point I had so many theories I could have done with a peg board 😂)

The pacing was done expertly, there was never a dull moment but it didn't overwhelm. Hints and clues towards ulterior motives and true intentions were scattered subtly throughout the book and helped tie together the ending perfectly. I think if I re-read I would be highlighting like mad!

If you were a fan of FBAA, One Dark Window or the Cruel Prince I think you'll love this book!

Mavis is my favourite character and she barely spoke for the whole book - if that doesn't sell the vibes let me know and I'll try convince you some more....

Huge thankyou to Titan books for the proof copy and Netgalley for the ALC. Mixing Audio and written reads is my new favourite way of reading and the narrator did a phenomenal job!
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A Court of Thorns and Roses and The Cruel Prince fans, do I have the book for you!

Edira hides her secret or Threadmending - her magical ability to heal by using her life essence - from the village and the immortal, powerful Evers who oversee everything.
When Edira's brothers unexpectedly contract blight—an incurable virus killing people throughout the town, one she cannot heal; the head of the Evers Fernglove house offers to help.

Despite Edira’s fear and hatred of the Evers, she is drawn to Orin and his dark brother.
Of course, this is very reminiscent of many other romantasies. This meant I was very aware of the plot twists and reveals, making it less tense than I think was intended.

I did love Edira - she is strong, stubborn, and loves her brothers with everything she has. She is also way too caring for her own good.
Another bonus - magic has a price!!

<b>“Oh, Edira.” He draped one of my hands about his neck before wrapping his arm around my waist. With his free hand, he threaded our fingers together. “The only pain I’d ever intentionally inflict on you is the agony of making you wait to feel the pleasure of release.”
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Who can you trust when everything is glamoured and everyone is scheming and secretive.
Oh, by the way - Orion has A TAIL!

This was addicting, but just missed the mark for me due to its predictability.

Physical Arc gifted by Titan Books.

I tried. I tried really hard. This just wasn’t the book for me. I struggled with the narration, it was too low pitched and whispery the story failed to capture my interest, the other reviews here are amazing, so give it a go, was not for me. Defeated to dnf at 70%

My gratitude to W F Howes Ltd via NetGalley for the opportunity to review this ALC🎧