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The Game of Blood and Feathers
“So, Princess,” he said with a completely innocent look on his face, “if you suddenly started bleeding right now, would your blood actually be gold?”
“I don’t know, Prince,” I replied with the same innocent tone, “but I know whose would definitely be red.” “Princess, if these servants weren’t here, I’d slit your throat and see its color myself.”
They spoke of her as if she were only a myth.
The last of Solmyrae, born from rage and fury, her golden wings said to blaze like molten suns. To some she was salvation, to others a curse, for she was an echo of an ancient bloodline long thought broken. Legends claimed her flight could stir tempests, that kingdoms had once risen and fallen at the shadow of her wings. And yet, behind all the stories, Nysera was still a princess stripped of her throne, hunted and chained by the greed of men who feared the very power that made her divine.
And then there was him.
The Wings of night. Rakostas. His name carried in whispers, a figure cloaked in fear and fascination alike. Some said his wings were carved from the ashes of fallen stars, others that he was destined to bring ruin to all who defied him. A rival prince, born of darkness, his presence was a curse upon his enemies and a warning to his allies. He was no less a myth than she, no less dangerous, no less bound to a destiny he could not escape.
When their paths crossed, fate did not ask permission. Both were cast into an ancient city caught between kingdoms, a place of secrets, deceit, and hidden wars. Sent as pawns, they became weapons. Sent as rivals, they became each other’s greatest trial. Every step through Romulus was shadowed by betrayal and sharpened by longing, for where golden fire met shadowed storm, neither crowns nor hearts could remain unharmed.
As war drums thunder and kingdoms fracture, Nysera and Rakostas find themselves bound by a destiny neither can escape. Between golden days and darkest of nights, between loathing and longing, their story becomes more than just hatred.
"The Game of Blood and Feathers" is an epic tale of enemies and lovers, of wings that define destiny, and of a love fierce enough to burn through empires.
“I don’t know, Prince,” I replied with the same innocent tone, “but I know whose would definitely be red.” “Princess, if these servants weren’t here, I’d slit your throat and see its color myself.”
They spoke of her as if she were only a myth.
The last of Solmyrae, born from rage and fury, her golden wings said to blaze like molten suns. To some she was salvation, to others a curse, for she was an echo of an ancient bloodline long thought broken. Legends claimed her flight could stir tempests, that kingdoms had once risen and fallen at the shadow of her wings. And yet, behind all the stories, Nysera was still a princess stripped of her throne, hunted and chained by the greed of men who feared the very power that made her divine.
And then there was him.
The Wings of night. Rakostas. His name carried in whispers, a figure cloaked in fear and fascination alike. Some said his wings were carved from the ashes of fallen stars, others that he was destined to bring ruin to all who defied him. A rival prince, born of darkness, his presence was a curse upon his enemies and a warning to his allies. He was no less a myth than she, no less dangerous, no less bound to a destiny he could not escape.
When their paths crossed, fate did not ask permission. Both were cast into an ancient city caught between kingdoms, a place of secrets, deceit, and hidden wars. Sent as pawns, they became weapons. Sent as rivals, they became each other’s greatest trial. Every step through Romulus was shadowed by betrayal and sharpened by longing, for where golden fire met shadowed storm, neither crowns nor hearts could remain unharmed.
As war drums thunder and kingdoms fracture, Nysera and Rakostas find themselves bound by a destiny neither can escape. Between golden days and darkest of nights, between loathing and longing, their story becomes more than just hatred.
"The Game of Blood and Feathers" is an epic tale of enemies and lovers, of wings that define destiny, and of a love fierce enough to burn through empires.
526 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 12, 2025
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November 30, 2025
SO GOOD!!! I NEED BOOK 2!!
November 30, 2025
Oh my God!
This book is just so incredible. I did NOT expect it to be this good! Omg
I’m truly impressed and amazed. The romance and worldbuilding really swept me away to the point where I could feel the water dripping on her skin and hear the horses hooves move in the distance.
Truly amazing
6/5 stars. I can’t wait to see what Odessa NOx will be writing soon
This book is just so incredible. I did NOT expect it to be this good! Omg
I’m truly impressed and amazed. The romance and worldbuilding really swept me away to the point where I could feel the water dripping on her skin and hear the horses hooves move in the distance.
Truly amazing
6/5 stars. I can’t wait to see what Odessa NOx will be writing soon
January 9, 2026
This is the type of book that, once finished, leaves you with nothing but your thoughts and astonishment. I finished it all in one sitting, and I'm kind of pissed with myself because now I have to sit and wait for who knows how long to see what happens next.
January 12, 2026
NEW FAVORITE BOOK😍😍 CANT WAIT FOR THE SECOND
January 6, 2026
Pls release book two as soon as possible I need to find out what happened 🙏🙏🙏
December 31, 2025
When I saw a TikTok about this book, I didn’t know if it was going to live up to my expectations. Super glad I was proven wrong! Loved the book, the world building, and the enemies to lovers with a strong female lead. Chefs kiss!
January 11, 2026
This book does not know what it wants to be.
It starts as a romance or romantasy book. However, to fit the genre and be committed to the corresponding entertainment, the dynamic between the main characters is oddly chaste with ZERO explicit scenes. It should come as a surprise considering the tiktok advertisement for the book but alas they have wings and our main girl is treated like the angel Gabriel wherever she goes so no overt sex scenes.
About half of the book is spent on trying to be a military or political conspiracy with court schemes and a power struggle between our girl and her tyrannical king father. That could be interesting. But her problem solving skills come to flashing shiny angel wings, violence and treats. the cynical reader might consider this another tyrant ruler in the family business. but as she has golden wings and the political instinct of a pigeon everybody loves her.
At last, the book ends on an attempt of being epic fantasy. Gold-winged-girl is not treated like bird Jesus and experiences hardship. that is interesting and helped the plot gaining momentum. and then the book ends. bummer.
All this comes packaged in an unedited format. this book clearly was not read over after the author finished it: People are declared dead after a scene in which they where only wounded, punctuation is off, the flow of the text feels clunky - especially in the beginning.
I would have been fine silently reading a book that clearly holds 3 power fantasies at once in its ebook shaped trench coat. but as the author asks money for this priced fever-dream, i feel permitted to leave this honest, negative review.
It starts as a romance or romantasy book. However, to fit the genre and be committed to the corresponding entertainment, the dynamic between the main characters is oddly chaste with ZERO explicit scenes. It should come as a surprise considering the tiktok advertisement for the book but alas they have wings and our main girl is treated like the angel Gabriel wherever she goes so no overt sex scenes.
About half of the book is spent on trying to be a military or political conspiracy with court schemes and a power struggle between our girl and her tyrannical king father. That could be interesting. But her problem solving skills come to flashing shiny angel wings, violence and treats. the cynical reader might consider this another tyrant ruler in the family business. but as she has golden wings and the political instinct of a pigeon everybody loves her.
At last, the book ends on an attempt of being epic fantasy. Gold-winged-girl is not treated like bird Jesus and experiences hardship. that is interesting and helped the plot gaining momentum. and then the book ends. bummer.
All this comes packaged in an unedited format. this book clearly was not read over after the author finished it: People are declared dead after a scene in which they where only wounded, punctuation is off, the flow of the text feels clunky - especially in the beginning.
I would have been fine silently reading a book that clearly holds 3 power fantasies at once in its ebook shaped trench coat. but as the author asks money for this priced fever-dream, i feel permitted to leave this honest, negative review.
November 25, 2025
“What kind of life is it, Nysera, if you only wait for me to tell you what happens? Act. Rule, or withdraw. Soar through the skies, or never spread your wings again. Life is not a book you read, but the pages you turn as you live them.”
That's it. That's all I'm going to say.
A must read!
That's it. That's all I'm going to say.
A must read!
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November 26, 2025
It was soooo good, I give it 4.5/5
December 9, 2025
wow! I need a signed copy of this because im such a huge fan. if you can-please read this-for it is truly a masterpiece that not only blows your mind away, but makes you want to read more.
December 12, 2025
I give this book 4.8/5 stars.
the writing: 5/5
the worldbulding: 4.5/5 - everything was so easy to picture and I loved the world.
the plot: 5/5
the cover: 4.5/5
the setting: 5/5
the writing: 5/5
the worldbulding: 4.5/5 - everything was so easy to picture and I loved the world.
the plot: 5/5
the cover: 4.5/5
the setting: 5/5
January 13, 2026
Can I get a signed copy?
January 13, 2026
I give this a 4 star for the world building and tension and plot
January 13, 2026
I need book 2
January 13, 2026
This was so fun to read.
January 13, 2026
3,8 / 5. love the vibe! Amazing book. Can’t wait for the second
January 13, 2026
BOOK 2 NOW😭 READ IN A SITTING!
January 13, 2026
THE ENEMIES TO LOVERS.? OWOWOWIWWO
January 13, 2026
four out of five stars. this was a super fun, quick and enjoyable read. I love this and cant wait to see how this series continues
January 13, 2026
Literally in love! Please book 2 now
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