Rites of the Starling

Shield of Sparrows #2

by Devney Perry

RITES OF THE STARLING is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry’s #1 New York Times-bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger and magic collide in a captivating romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros.

Calandra’s five kingdoms are on the verge of destruction. The crux migration is coming. And in the wake of a devastating attack, I’ve been separated from the man who owns my heart.

I’m lost. Terrified. Homesick. Hunted by monsters, driven to exhaustion, and kidnapped by a powerful priest, the only thing keeping me going is the little girl counting on me to keep her safe. It’s my turn to become the Guardian.

Our lives change one fateful night. A night of death. A night of monsters. A night of truths. That night, I learn the real meaning of fear—and the depth of my own strength.

Everyone wants me to be something I’m not—a queen, a spy, a sacrifice. But what if I embrace my crown? What if the secrets I uncover save our realm?

What if my sacrifice means salvation for the man I love?

For too long, I’ve feared the monsters we make.

It’s time to discover the monster within.

Genres: Fantasy, Romantasy, Romance, Fantasy Romance, Fiction, Adult, Magic

500 pages, Hardcover

Expected publication April 7, 2026

About the author

Devney is a #1 Amazon, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of over forty romance novels. After working in the technology industry for a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to pursue her passion for writing. She was born and raised in Montana and now lives in Washington with her husband and two sons.”

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www.devneyperry.com

Reviews

[Rayne]

I'm so ready for this! Wake me up when it's April

[sonia]

Okay cover slay

[manas (traveling)]

i can’t wait to read this 🤭

[brittany:)]

Excited for this, I really really really liked book 1✨

[Rebekah Clark]

Woot woot did I preorder it the second it was announced? Heh, you bet I did 🙂‍↕️

[Catarina Vieira | umlivroduplicado]

WHAT DO YOU FREAKING MEAN I NEED TO WAIT UNTIL APRIL 2026?????

[Holly]

"Love triangle NEVER" is the best trope i've ever seen used for marketing a book.

[shania]

give it to me🙏🏻

[niyya نية]

suddenly april feels like forever

[Charity (Booktrovert Reader)]

🫢🤯😱😲 WE GOT A RELEASE DATE!!! I CANNOT WAIT!!!

[Maven_Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rites of the Starling by Devney Perry

Rites of the Starling is the eagerly awaited epic romantasy sequel to Shield of Sparrows, continuing the story of Calandra, a princess in a world teetering on the brink of ruin. Calandra’s five kingdoms face destruction as monstrous threats rise and the pivotal crux migration approaches, leaving her separated from the man she loves, hunted by monsters, kidnapped, and exhausted yet determined to protect a small girl who depends on her. As she learns hard truths about fear, strength, and the roles others try to force on her, Calandra must choose whether to embrace her destiny as a guardian, leader, and possible savior of her realm. The fate of her love and the future of her kingdoms hinge on her courage and the secrets she uncovers. This tale blends magic, danger, fierce bonds, and inner transformation.

I was drawn to Calandra’s fierce yet vulnerable heart, and how Perry layers emotional stakes into a world where love and peril are inseparable, making her growth feel both urgent and deeply personal even amid sweeping fantasy. Though full reviews are still emerging, the promise of high stakes, burgeoning courage, and tender romantic cores suggests this will be a gripping journey for fans of character-rich romantasy.

Rating: 4 out of 5, for its rich world and compelling heroine poised between heart and fate.

[lilbookworm]

Can’t wait for this one!

[enola]

the way I would confuse this with the first book😭

[Vanessa ♔]

April?? Cryinggg, I need this NOW

[Krystal]

Guys this is my most anticipated read of the year and I would literally do anything to read it RIGHT NEOWWWWWWWWW

[Catrina]

Ordered from B&N
April 2026

[Erin Dunn]

Gimmie Gimmie 😍😍 I’m so ready!

[Sammy]

DID YALL SEE THE COVER??????? Not so patiently waiting for April

[Natalie Givens]

Preordered as soon as it was possible. I cannot wait til April. Everything else will be put on hold so I can happily read it😁.

[Parker ;)]

Omg the cover is gorgeous 🔥🙌😍 IM SO FREAKING EXCITED

[Lara Josephine]

Oh goodness am I excited for this book!

[Astrid Appels]

HOw can this book have a 4.2 rating on Goodreads when it hasn't even come out yet???

[lauren :)]

the evil cackling you hear is mine 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️ i’m so ready for this book

[Henni (hshouldbereading)]

I cannot stress enough how excited I am to read this book! Book #1 Shield of Sparrows was one of the most surprising and best reads of 2025 for me and I'm so glad this author has found thier way onto my radar!

[Toriఌ]

Coming out April 7

[Ester]

Como assimmmm, só ano que vem??? 😭😭😭

[Raquel Flockhart]

1. Shield of Sparrows ★★★★

So. Freaking. Excited.

[Jamie]

"It’s time to discover the monster within." chills

[Anandi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Qa

[anna]

help i’m being held hostage