Ranking: 4.5 stars
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Paris thinks his future is mapped out as each lover and advisor to the prince of Urial. So Paris is shocked when the king orders him to go on a diplomatic mission to the neighboring land of Nemeda. Not solely is Paris not a educated diplomat, however Nemeda is called a barbaric nation and not one of the latest delegates have returned residence alive. Paris can also’t bear the thought of leaving Tybalt, in addition to his siblings, Hector and Helena. Nonetheless, Paris has no alternative however to comply with the king’s orders.
Brett is the chief of the Hawk clan, one of many many clans in Nemeda. His job is to take care of his individuals and guarantee their well being and happiness. When the council of clan leaders learns that Urial is sending one other diplomat, Brett is tasked with internet hosting him and managing any commerce negotiations. Brett doesn’t have a lot hope for the diplomatic mission, because the international locations are so completely different and previous conferences haven’t proved fruitful, however he brings Paris residence with him to Hawk lands. Brett can’t assist however discover how good-looking and interesting Paris is, however he additionally is aware of higher than to get entangled with a person returning to Urial, notably one already concerned with the prince.
As Brett and Paris spend time collectively, they rapidly understand they misjudged each other. Paris sees that reasonably than be barbarians, the Nemedans are a caring, cooperative individuals centered on the great of all their clan members. And Brett sees that Urial could have some data and expertise that may very well be useful to Nemeda. The boys additionally discover themselves falling for each other and forging a bond neither expects. Nonetheless, Brett is protecting a secret about Nemeda, one that would result in conflict if the individuals of Urial be taught the reality. And never solely is there potential hassle throughout the border, however inter-clan battle near residence. To not point out that Brett isn’t positive if Paris even desires to remain in Nemeda long run, or if he plans to return to his life in Urial. Now, the lads have to determine their future, in addition to resolve the political threats, they usually could have an opportunity to search out actual happiness collectively.
Sanctuary is the primary guide within the new On the Wind collection by Sam Burns and W.M. Fawkes. These authors are nice with fantasy collection and the world constructing right here is basically partaking and it drew me into the story immediately. We open in Urial and rapidly get a way of the kind of politics and maneuvering that characterize life in courtroom. Then we transfer to Nemeda, which is such a stunning place in contrast. The agrarian society is a bit idealized, however the sense of neighborhood and folks working collectively for the widespread good actually shines by. I appreciated the best way the varied clans every had their very own expertise and personalities. We additionally be taught extra about Brett’s secret, which I feel many readers will guess, however nonetheless makes for some very partaking world constructing (and don’t learn the submit tags when you don’t need to be spoiled).
I actually loved Brett and Paris collectively. They’re each so candy and good and don’t fairly imagine they deserve each other. They aren’t actually enemies firstly, however there’s form of an awkwardness of two individuals thrust right into a state of affairs neither desires to be in. However they’re each fast to comprehend that they misjudged one another and shortly come to admire and recognize each other. Brett and Paris fall for every so sweetly, and there’s each warmth, in addition to a tenderness between them. I really like how fiercely they defend one another and I simply actually loved the 2 of them collectively.
There’s a very nice sense of neighborhood right here among the many Nemedans and I loved the varied aspect characters we meet. We additionally spend a while with Paris’ siblings and the three of them have a stunning relationship that we get to see explored right here too. There seems like a lot potential for extra books on this collection (and we get some hints at attainable pairings), and I’m actually excited to see what’s to return. I loved this one quite a bit and might positively suggest it to followers of sunshine fantasy and intelligent world constructing.
