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Artifacts of Yria #1
The Summoning Horn
Gods, beasts, and magic artifacts. Oh my.
Eight years ago, Safya was betrothed to the God King. Against her will. She hasn’t taken it lightly. One day, she’ll ascend into godhood, and she doesn’t plan to make it pleasant for anyone. Which leaves her the artifact trade–a life-risking race to collect as many god-blessed items as she can. An arsenal, if you will.
Aliana did everything in her power to avoid a difficult life, but the difficult life did nothing to avoid her. Wrenched into the artifact trade on one bloody, murderous night, Aliana finds herself on the run with the person she likes the least in this world. Unfortunately, she doesn’t have much other choice, not if she values her own life and safety.
Safya and Aliana are an unlikely pair, both with romantic troubles of their own in a world where the power of the gods is attainable–for those who know where to look.
Eight years ago, Safya was betrothed to the God King. Against her will. She hasn’t taken it lightly. One day, she’ll ascend into godhood, and she doesn’t plan to make it pleasant for anyone. Which leaves her the artifact trade–a life-risking race to collect as many god-blessed items as she can. An arsenal, if you will.
Aliana did everything in her power to avoid a difficult life, but the difficult life did nothing to avoid her. Wrenched into the artifact trade on one bloody, murderous night, Aliana finds herself on the run with the person she likes the least in this world. Unfortunately, she doesn’t have much other choice, not if she values her own life and safety.
Safya and Aliana are an unlikely pair, both with romantic troubles of their own in a world where the power of the gods is attainable–for those who know where to look.
- GenresFantasy
440 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 30, 2023
23 people are currently reading
390 people want to read
About the author
M.S. Murphy
8 books40 followersM.S. Murphy hails from Montreal, Canada, though she claims many cities and countries as home thanks to her sateless wanderlust. She studied creative writing in university with the dream of becoming an editor or copywriter. While her 9-to-5 took her down a very different path, her 5-to-9 keeps her well immersed in numerous fantasy worlds—her own included.
M.S. Murphy was an avid reader through her pre-teen and teen years, and this only exploded into a full-blown fascination as she got older. Armed with the credit card of a working woman and a highly curated TikTok FYP, Murphy spends too many hours every year diving into beautiful, fantastical stories. While she is more than willing to dabble in other genres, Murphy’s preference remains fantasy-romance, and this thematic preference very clearly bleeds into her own written works. Well—that and a slew of very angry, very passionate women who are willing to do whatever it takes to rule the world.
M.S. Murphy was an avid reader through her pre-teen and teen years, and this only exploded into a full-blown fascination as she got older. Armed with the credit card of a working woman and a highly curated TikTok FYP, Murphy spends too many hours every year diving into beautiful, fantastical stories. While she is more than willing to dabble in other genres, Murphy’s preference remains fantasy-romance, and this thematic preference very clearly bleeds into her own written works. Well—that and a slew of very angry, very passionate women who are willing to do whatever it takes to rule the world.
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July 11, 2024
wow wow wow. Words can not describe how good this book was. I got thrown into this world head first and I loved every word of it.
June 8, 2023
MUST READ
There hasn't been a single book of hers that I haven't completely adored and yet again been proved why she's one of my favourite authors. The dynamic between the characters, along with her, well-written, and strong female characters, is always welcome. The world's and stories are always easy to grasp and quick to get into, so I've never struggled with starting.Paired with strong character building and the best kind of romance, it's heaven.
I'm left heartbroken (again) with the longing for the next book as I'm completely in love with these characters. 10/10 recommend 😭
There hasn't been a single book of hers that I haven't completely adored and yet again been proved why she's one of my favourite authors. The dynamic between the characters, along with her, well-written, and strong female characters, is always welcome. The world's and stories are always easy to grasp and quick to get into, so I've never struggled with starting.Paired with strong character building and the best kind of romance, it's heaven.
I'm left heartbroken (again) with the longing for the next book as I'm completely in love with these characters. 10/10 recommend 😭
April 21, 2023
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
If I could give this more than five stars I would, M.S Murphy is one of the few authors who genuinely surprises me with the plot twists and evolution of characters. Girl has never disappointed. And this new series is no exception😩
“Tell me, my beautiful curse,” he murmured. “Tell me what bothers you.” I shook my head.
“You wouldn’t understand,” I protested weakly, quietly.
“Tell me anyway,” he pressed, breath hot where it met the skin of my neck. This was…overwhelming.
This is SLOOOOWWW BURN, I think the god king and safya have kissed maybe 3 times BUUUTTT, the other characters get steamy, STEAMY, pretty quickly. So if you need spice this will satisfy that as well🥹. All the characters are so well rounded and realistic it’s just MWAH chefs kiss.
“I have spent the last eight years being fucked with by the gods,” I continued, undeterred by her anger. “I won’t forget any of you, and I will spend the rest of my immortal life paying all of you back for whatever you’ve done to me in this one.”
Just read the book when it comes out, it’s worth it, don’t blame me for the cliff hangers this happens every time.
(Thanks for the arc🥰)
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
If I could give this more than five stars I would, M.S Murphy is one of the few authors who genuinely surprises me with the plot twists and evolution of characters. Girl has never disappointed. And this new series is no exception😩
“Tell me, my beautiful curse,” he murmured. “Tell me what bothers you.” I shook my head.
“You wouldn’t understand,” I protested weakly, quietly.
“Tell me anyway,” he pressed, breath hot where it met the skin of my neck. This was…overwhelming.
This is SLOOOOWWW BURN, I think the god king and safya have kissed maybe 3 times BUUUTTT, the other characters get steamy, STEAMY, pretty quickly. So if you need spice this will satisfy that as well🥹. All the characters are so well rounded and realistic it’s just MWAH chefs kiss.
“I have spent the last eight years being fucked with by the gods,” I continued, undeterred by her anger. “I won’t forget any of you, and I will spend the rest of my immortal life paying all of you back for whatever you’ve done to me in this one.”
Just read the book when it comes out, it’s worth it, don’t blame me for the cliff hangers this happens every time.
(Thanks for the arc🥰)
March 25, 2025
What is in this book because it was so addicting. My best friend has wanted me to read this book for so long, and I am happy to say I finally got to it. I don’t even fully understand the plot, but I am so invested in these characters and this world. The ending is an extremely mean cliffhanger, and I am so grateful to have the second book ready to go.
April 29, 2023
If I could give this book more than five stars I would
July 26, 2024
NO ONE TALK TO ME IM STARTING BOOK TWO NOW BECAUSE THIS ENDING WAS INSANE
May 10, 2023
Loved this book!!!! I havent been reading fantasy lately but 10 pages into The Summoning Horn by M.S. Murphy and I was hooked. I loved Safya and her personality she was so much fun to follow along with. And GALAN! I looked forward to seeing him every time i turned the page hes my new favourite male main character! I thought the plot was so creative and i never would have guessed the twist at the end it was awesome!! 10/10 would recommend!
May 18, 2024
Should you read it?YES YES YOU SHOULD 100% !!!!
Let me start by saying I love finding new fantasy series that are different and stand out and this is definitely one of them! I have never devoured a book so fast literally read it in day it was so intriguing, I can’t wait to see what Safya does next. I mean who doesn’t love a feisty badass fmc, and the slow burn it’s just ‘chefs kiss’. But most of all the world building and plot and just the twist and turns make this book so good!!!
Let me start by saying I love finding new fantasy series that are different and stand out and this is definitely one of them! I have never devoured a book so fast literally read it in day it was so intriguing, I can’t wait to see what Safya does next. I mean who doesn’t love a feisty badass fmc, and the slow burn it’s just ‘chefs kiss’. But most of all the world building and plot and just the twist and turns make this book so good!!!
May 30, 2024
I absolutely loved this book! I haven’t found many books with a FMC that is unapologetically morally grey. Satya’s violence is part of what makes her amazing, and she owns everything about herself. Every woman in this book is powerful, and they are all so drastically different. All of the characters are unique and go through a lot of personal growth. There isn’t a boring moment, even when there isn’t any action happening. The plot consistently has surprises and vague hints for you to try to figure out what comes next.
Beyond the story, it genuinely just empowers women. We could all use a little more Satya confidence in our lives.
Beyond the story, it genuinely just empowers women. We could all use a little more Satya confidence in our lives.
June 28, 2024
And This Is How It’s Done!
Such a wonderful story, not filled with anything common or predictable. There are dark and very unpleasant parts, but the overall story is so redeeming, the characters’ personal growth is so satisfying & significant to the story, they make this tale delightful! Looking forward to more stories in this series!!
Such a wonderful story, not filled with anything common or predictable. There are dark and very unpleasant parts, but the overall story is so redeeming, the characters’ personal growth is so satisfying & significant to the story, they make this tale delightful! Looking forward to more stories in this series!!
August 21, 2025
Better than ACOTAR
Wow what an absolutely phenomenal book. This is going to be my new addiction for the foreseeable future. And I know I'm about to tick a bunch of people off but this easily beats out ACOTAR. Seriously, I'm hopping right into book two as soon as I'm done with this review
Wow what an absolutely phenomenal book. This is going to be my new addiction for the foreseeable future. And I know I'm about to tick a bunch of people off but this easily beats out ACOTAR. Seriously, I'm hopping right into book two as soon as I'm done with this review
June 5, 2024
If I could give it more than 5 stars I would!! It so well written and it does so well at building bonds and emotions to characters! I’ve laughed and gotten angry and happy and couldn’t put it down! It was such a whirlwind and I loved every minute of it!
June 9, 2024
I definitely thought the book was fun to read. I really hope all the main characters find happiness in the end, they deserve it!! Also, there is a perfect amount of romance to fighting ratio.
February 1, 2026
I love this story! the cliffhanger at the end though... 😡
November 2, 2024
I have absolutely no idea how I found this book, but if I could give it more than 5 stars, I would. Best read of 2024 by far! I can't recommend it enough.
May 20, 2025
THIS SERIES IS CRIMINALLY UNDERHYPED. I dont understand how it has so little traction. Its an incredible book. Lots of tension, an interesting magic system, a great storyline, great characters, and a badass FMC. A true enemy to lovers.
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