In the seventh installment of the Spellbound series, Tori Karra navigates the dangerous social and magical hierarchies of the Crow and Hammer guild. When a series of ancient artifacts disappears, Tori joins forces with combat mages Ezra, Aaron, and Kai to recover the stolen items before they are weaponized. The plot centers on a high-stakes heist involving mythical relics that threaten the stability of the local mythic community. Tori relies on her alchemical knowledge and quick thinking to survive encounters with aggressive sorcerers and supernatural entities, even as she grapples with the escalating magical curses affecting her closest companions.
Urban fantasy readers who enjoy character-driven stories with fast pacing and sarcastic humor will find this narrative effective. The book appeals to those interested in the logistical realities of a secret magical society and the dynamics of platonic and romantic loyalty under pressure. Readers finish the story with a clearer understanding of the world’s complex magic system and the evolving stakes of the protagonist’s commitment to her guild.
- Published
- 2020
- Language
- EN
