"Cliffwater’s story line and magic system is easy for the reader to follow and kept these readers wanting more. The story ends with unexpected revelations to hook readers in, hinting at much more magic development to come in the sequel. This is a well envisaged, engaging fantasy read and great debut novel. Romantic fantasy lovers who enjoy strong female leads and are fond of books like Quicksilver should grab this one."
Review by Nicola and Eliana Johnstone at www.ketebooks.co.nz
Steel hides her secrets
Shadows hold her truth
Her fate is forged in fire
Caris Ironside crafts legendary swords and can wield them better than most men. But the shadowy power at her fingertips will be her death sentence if it is exposed.
Desperate for a way into the heart of Capita - to avenge her mother's murder - Caris enters a brutal tournament disguised as a man. In a city ruled by those who hunt her kind, Caris relies on the help of two allies: Cillian, a fellow blacksmith, and Torgrin, the army captain who infuriates her - who is as cold and unyielding as Cillian is warm.
As danger closes in, Caris finds herself at the centre of a much bigger plot, and it will take all her power to get her and her friends out alive. Will love and loyalty be enough when the darkness inside begins to surface ... or will the shadows claim them all?
Welcome to Eritz. May the shadows guide you.
The Shadow Weaver is an epic romantic fantasy filled with forbidden power, deadly secrets and heart-pounding action.
Ivy Cliffwater is a debut writer, working fulltime on her writing and building her platform. She lives in Auckland, on the North Shore.
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Fantasy, Romance
Paperback, 416 pages
H: 232mm W: 152mm Spine: 34mm
Weight: 500 grams