A review by thelibraryskeeper
The Tournament of Heirs by Amilea Perez

adventurous dark emotional medium-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

Every 25 years The Tournament of Heirs is held and two heirs from each kingdom are sent to compete to the death. For Metztli and Acalan Amos, training and preparing for the Tournament has been their entire lives purpose. But even being prepared isn't enough for what the gods have in store for them.
The Tournament of Heirs is set in the rich culture of the Aztec people. Amilea has crafted this world to be so immersive that I often struggled to put the book down the more I read. There is beautifully written, complex sibling relationships, forbidden romance, bloodshed, and one very good dog (don't worry he's okay at least for now).
It's hard to believe this is a debut novel with not only how well it's written but also how well developed the world and mythos is. Amilea has crafted a novel that beautifully reflects her culture and should be incredibly proud of that. 
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