A review by traysharps
Blood Union Part One by Vela Roth

adventurous challenging emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

It seems like every new book in this series is more interesting than the last. This one felt so much more energized and dangerous and finally we get to explore new magic and new places and people. I’m so invested in the mysteries and the strife developing all over the place. I have some theories about Solia floating around in my head as well. The twist of this new actual enemy coming for Cassia in the Empire was genuinely unexpected. I knew they’d face trouble there obviously, but someone unseen specifically after her - that took me by surprise. I like that we’re getting back into more action and a little less politics and sitting around in rooms talking about feelings honestly. It’s refreshing for the story to gain back some physical movement. I’m super curious and excited to keep going.