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The Threadmender Chronicles #2
Manor of Decay
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Expected 18 Aug 26The smouldering slow-burn spicy romance continues in this brooding sequel to the "enthralling" gothic fae fantasy, House of Blight. Edira must learn the secrets of the Ever ways to finally cure the source of the Blight once and for all - Death itself. Perfect for readers of Rachel Gillig's The Shepherd King series and T. Kingfisher.
Edira Brillwyn is not enjoying retirement. She's traumatized and heartbroken by Orin and the battle at Fernglove Manor. Although her brothers are safe and financially secure at home in Willowfell, she fears of wasting away her dwindling lifethreads. It's a welcome surprise when Seville comes knocking at her door – at least until she reveals that the blight has returned to the Ferngloves.
Edira has had a taste of the power her heartbond with Rorik provides, and she's certain there is a way to cure the blight for good… with Rorik's help. But Rorik doesn't think his life is worth saving, at least not worth Edira's few remaining years, or months. He's more concerned about keeping her alive than saving the world.
But other powerful Ever families have caught wind of Edira's talents and are desperate for a cure. As those families begin circling, centuries-long conflicts rise to the surface and, once again, Edira finds herself at the whims of power-hungry Evers fighting for their lives. Before she runs out of time altogether, Edira and Rorik will have to face the source of the Death himself.
Edira Brillwyn is not enjoying retirement. She's traumatized and heartbroken by Orin and the battle at Fernglove Manor. Although her brothers are safe and financially secure at home in Willowfell, she fears of wasting away her dwindling lifethreads. It's a welcome surprise when Seville comes knocking at her door – at least until she reveals that the blight has returned to the Ferngloves.
Edira has had a taste of the power her heartbond with Rorik provides, and she's certain there is a way to cure the blight for good… with Rorik's help. But Rorik doesn't think his life is worth saving, at least not worth Edira's few remaining years, or months. He's more concerned about keeping her alive than saving the world.
But other powerful Ever families have caught wind of Edira's talents and are desperate for a cure. As those families begin circling, centuries-long conflicts rise to the surface and, once again, Edira finds herself at the whims of power-hungry Evers fighting for their lives. Before she runs out of time altogether, Edira and Rorik will have to face the source of the Death himself.
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December 10, 2025
I really enjoyed the first book. The prologue on this one was superb as well! However, the story was a bit slow for me this time. I’d like to thank Titan Books and NetGalley for this advanced reader copy of Manor of Decay, to be published on August 18th, 2026.
December 5, 2025
2.75⭐️ Thank you NetGalley and Harper Collin’s Publishers for the ARC for this book.
I think this book was a very beautiful ending to the Threadmender Chronicles but I got bored around 20% and lost interest in the story completely. The first book was a lot more exciting but I love the uniqueness of this universe and the magic system within. I would still recommend this series just because I loved the first book so much.
I think this book was a very beautiful ending to the Threadmender Chronicles but I got bored around 20% and lost interest in the story completely. The first book was a lot more exciting but I love the uniqueness of this universe and the magic system within. I would still recommend this series just because I loved the first book so much.
November 30, 2025
✨ARC Review✨
I read "House of Blight" in October and it was one of my favorite books I read that month!
This sequel and conclusion was pretty solid, although I will say, I think I liked House of Blight more, I thought the pacing was a little better.
In this second book I loved how we got back into the land of the Evers. I really liked the overall premise of what was happening. I loved exploring the Heartbond with Rorik, cause I mean it's RORIK. I loved the stakes of her life fading more and more as the days go on, and I loved that we had to find a new way to fix the blight that was resurfacing while exploring her magic more and figuring out how to make it work with Rorik's!
Rorik was incredible just like in book one. He has fantastic page presence. I loved that we had a way to communicate with the heartbond. It was just overall very good. Tension was tensioning and the pay off was great.
The side characters that we know and love from book one come back, so we get more of them and I really loved seeing them again. Especially her brothers, getting more of them, and the moth Ywena! She is adorable.
Overall the story was easy to follow, the motivations were easy to root for. My only gripe is I wish we had a longer wrap up to the story. We have the "big battle" scene... and that felt really rushed. We didn't spend a lot of time in it or learning the ramifications for it, we are just all of the sudden okay with everything. I think it would have made it more impactful if we spent time with our FMC realizing what just happened and how she has changed. And I wish we had longer in the aftermath of everything wrapping it up. The pacing up to that point in the book was good, but the ending was incredibly quick like they had a set number of pages they wanted the book to be and didn't have enough pages left to spend time in the aftermath.
Other than the pacing at the end I adored this story and I am upset that is it only a duology cause I want more of these characters and world, the magic was so cool and so much fun to visualize. Maybe someday we can see Rorik again. *fingers crossed*
I read "House of Blight" in October and it was one of my favorite books I read that month!
This sequel and conclusion was pretty solid, although I will say, I think I liked House of Blight more, I thought the pacing was a little better.
In this second book I loved how we got back into the land of the Evers. I really liked the overall premise of what was happening. I loved exploring the Heartbond with Rorik, cause I mean it's RORIK. I loved the stakes of her life fading more and more as the days go on, and I loved that we had to find a new way to fix the blight that was resurfacing while exploring her magic more and figuring out how to make it work with Rorik's!
Rorik was incredible just like in book one. He has fantastic page presence. I loved that we had a way to communicate with the heartbond. It was just overall very good. Tension was tensioning and the pay off was great.
The side characters that we know and love from book one come back, so we get more of them and I really loved seeing them again. Especially her brothers, getting more of them, and the moth Ywena! She is adorable.
Overall the story was easy to follow, the motivations were easy to root for. My only gripe is I wish we had a longer wrap up to the story. We have the "big battle" scene... and that felt really rushed. We didn't spend a lot of time in it or learning the ramifications for it, we are just all of the sudden okay with everything. I think it would have made it more impactful if we spent time with our FMC realizing what just happened and how she has changed. And I wish we had longer in the aftermath of everything wrapping it up. The pacing up to that point in the book was good, but the ending was incredibly quick like they had a set number of pages they wanted the book to be and didn't have enough pages left to spend time in the aftermath.
Other than the pacing at the end I adored this story and I am upset that is it only a duology cause I want more of these characters and world, the magic was so cool and so much fun to visualize. Maybe someday we can see Rorik again. *fingers crossed*
December 11, 2025
Manor of Decay is the perfect follow-up to House of Blight! I loved how this novel dived further into the Evers’ origin story and connected Death to the curse of the blight.
The magic system is so original and well thought out! My favorite scenes involved Edira learning more about her heightened powers and forcing Rorik into helping her. Their banter is simply everything. I loved how much their relationship evolved in this story, and only wish the ending had allowed more time with them after their big battle.
It does seem like there could be more stories to come in this world, as there were some minor loose threads at the end. I loved how much this story expanded in terms of the other Ever families and would be the first in line to read more!
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Voyager for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
The magic system is so original and well thought out! My favorite scenes involved Edira learning more about her heightened powers and forcing Rorik into helping her. Their banter is simply everything. I loved how much their relationship evolved in this story, and only wish the ending had allowed more time with them after their big battle.
It does seem like there could be more stories to come in this world, as there were some minor loose threads at the end. I loved how much this story expanded in terms of the other Ever families and would be the first in line to read more!
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Voyager for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
December 8, 2025
I absolutely devoured the first book and was really excited for Manor of Decay, but I was a little let down. The pacing was slower compared to House of Blight. It felt like I spent a good chunk of time reading about Rorik and Edira disagreeing about what she should or shouldn't do rather than events that would move the plot along. Their romance felt forced as well, I wasn't invested in it.
When the conflict finally did occur, it was in the last handful of chapters, and was resolved very quickly. This felt disjointed from the first book and I was missing the immersive gothic vibes I fell in love with in book one.
Thank you to Avon and Harper Voyager for the eARC.
When the conflict finally did occur, it was in the last handful of chapters, and was resolved very quickly. This felt disjointed from the first book and I was missing the immersive gothic vibes I fell in love with in book one.
Thank you to Avon and Harper Voyager for the eARC.
December 15, 2025
This was such a beautifully done follow up to House of Blight! I’m sad to walk away from these characters but my heart is full after this story.
The magic in this duo is incredibly fresh and unique. Between the Ever’s magic and threadmending, I was deeply intrigued and entertained. The light horror elements and Maxym’s description of the blight and its effects are fantastic!
Now that more of the powerful Ever families have heard of Edira's gift and healing abilities, they want to see for themselves...which leads to some chaos.
If you enjoy heavy amounts of yearning, you will adore this! Lots of push and pull until feelings bubble and erupt in a monumental way. So much tension! The romance is beautiful with both mc’s willing to sacrifice their happiness for the greater good and for each other.
The found family and friendships formed in this story are absolutely delightful. After the events that took place in book one, it was beautiful to see the strengthened bonds Edira formed at Fernglove Manner.
I can’t express how much I love Maxym’s writing and I look forward to news on her future books and series!
The magic in this duo is incredibly fresh and unique. Between the Ever’s magic and threadmending, I was deeply intrigued and entertained. The light horror elements and Maxym’s description of the blight and its effects are fantastic!
Now that more of the powerful Ever families have heard of Edira's gift and healing abilities, they want to see for themselves...which leads to some chaos.
If you enjoy heavy amounts of yearning, you will adore this! Lots of push and pull until feelings bubble and erupt in a monumental way. So much tension! The romance is beautiful with both mc’s willing to sacrifice their happiness for the greater good and for each other.
The found family and friendships formed in this story are absolutely delightful. After the events that took place in book one, it was beautiful to see the strengthened bonds Edira formed at Fernglove Manner.
I can’t express how much I love Maxym’s writing and I look forward to news on her future books and series!
December 2, 2025
Thank you to Avon and Harper Voyager for the eARC!
I was lucky enough to get an ARC for House of Blight earlier this year and absolutely adored it (I recommend it to people all the time now!). When I got an email with the ARC for Manor of Decay, I downloaded it IMMEDIATELY. To say I've been eagerly awaiting the continuation of Edira's journey would be an understatement, and Manor of Decay absolutely did not disappoint.
Our story starts off a few weeks after where we left off in House of Blight. Nohr and Noam are now healthy and happy to be free of a life working in the mines. Meanwhile, Edira is still trying to come to terms with the aftermath of what transpired with The Ferngloves, especially the reveal 0f Rorik's past actions against her family and her now dwindling life threads. Edira may now have a heartbond with Rorik, but they haven't so much as spoken since everything went down. When Seville stops by for a surprise visit and reveals that the blight was not fully eradicated from the Ferngloves, Edira sets off to go back to not only stop this blight once and for all, but to try to gain control of her newfound powers with her heartbond to avoid her looming fate. Edira refuses to accept Death and will do anything within her power to continue with a long and prosperous life... including following in the footsteps of the first Ever.
I really enjoyed House of Blight, but Manor of Decay made me truly LOVE this series. Maxym has built such a unique world and magic system that is such a breath of fresh air for the romantasy sphere. Gothic and beautifully haunting, this world has me thoroughly enraptured and it's so hard to say goodbye. With the way this book ended, I can only hope that maybe someday we'll get to visit with The Ferngloves again for another adventure. Everything is wrapped up well and I truly do love how this story ends. A fantastic ending to a new favorite fantasy series that I will not soon forget!
I was lucky enough to get an ARC for House of Blight earlier this year and absolutely adored it (I recommend it to people all the time now!). When I got an email with the ARC for Manor of Decay, I downloaded it IMMEDIATELY. To say I've been eagerly awaiting the continuation of Edira's journey would be an understatement, and Manor of Decay absolutely did not disappoint.
Our story starts off a few weeks after where we left off in House of Blight. Nohr and Noam are now healthy and happy to be free of a life working in the mines. Meanwhile, Edira is still trying to come to terms with the aftermath of what transpired with The Ferngloves, especially the reveal 0f Rorik's past actions against her family and her now dwindling life threads. Edira may now have a heartbond with Rorik, but they haven't so much as spoken since everything went down. When Seville stops by for a surprise visit and reveals that the blight was not fully eradicated from the Ferngloves, Edira sets off to go back to not only stop this blight once and for all, but to try to gain control of her newfound powers with her heartbond to avoid her looming fate. Edira refuses to accept Death and will do anything within her power to continue with a long and prosperous life... including following in the footsteps of the first Ever.
I really enjoyed House of Blight, but Manor of Decay made me truly LOVE this series. Maxym has built such a unique world and magic system that is such a breath of fresh air for the romantasy sphere. Gothic and beautifully haunting, this world has me thoroughly enraptured and it's so hard to say goodbye. With the way this book ended, I can only hope that maybe someday we'll get to visit with The Ferngloves again for another adventure. Everything is wrapped up well and I truly do love how this story ends. A fantastic ending to a new favorite fantasy series that I will not soon forget!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I was both horrified and enchanted as I read the prologue of "Manor of Decay".
Rebellyn and Death's story will surely stick in the back of my mind as it is a lesson in love and betrayal that many of us have experienced (and learned from) ourselves.
With the gripping backstory behind the Evers and the blight finally revealed I was eager to dive in to part two of "The Threadmender Chronicles" and the relationship between Edira and Rorik captivated me. The constant thrum of power, the warring emotions - it was a slow burn that really did BURN. So much yearning!
The family dynamics in this book were much more heartwarming and wholesome than what they felt like in "House of Blight". Found family was a bigger theme in this book and we got to see some redeeming qualities in many of the characters from the first book that seemed to "right" a few "wrongs".
Overall I am very happy with the way Edira's story plays out and concludes. I hope to see more from Seville in a future book, perhaps.
Would definitely recommend this book to others as I love Maxym's style of writing, and the unique magic system she created in this world.
Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Voyager for the eARC in exchange for an honest review! I cannot wait for this book to officially release so I can have a physical copy of my own!
Rebellyn and Death's story will surely stick in the back of my mind as it is a lesson in love and betrayal that many of us have experienced (and learned from) ourselves.
With the gripping backstory behind the Evers and the blight finally revealed I was eager to dive in to part two of "The Threadmender Chronicles" and the relationship between Edira and Rorik captivated me. The constant thrum of power, the warring emotions - it was a slow burn that really did BURN. So much yearning!
The family dynamics in this book were much more heartwarming and wholesome than what they felt like in "House of Blight". Found family was a bigger theme in this book and we got to see some redeeming qualities in many of the characters from the first book that seemed to "right" a few "wrongs".
Overall I am very happy with the way Edira's story plays out and concludes. I hope to see more from Seville in a future book, perhaps.
Would definitely recommend this book to others as I love Maxym's style of writing, and the unique magic system she created in this world.
Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Voyager for the eARC in exchange for an honest review! I cannot wait for this book to officially release so I can have a physical copy of my own!
December 1, 2025
I'm so sad this is the conclusion to The Threadmender Chronicles because I love this world and these characters so much. The magic system is so cool and creative, and the way the story is told is so beautifully immersive. The chemistry and tension between Edira and Rorik was sizzling, undeniably palpable, AND HAD ME SQUEALING. I love that they're both a bit morally grey and uncaring of much else when the safety of those they love is at risk. The author did a great job of expanding upon some of the side characters from book 1, and really creating genuine relationships that had me loving Edira's little found family like she does. The ending seemed to wrap up a little too quickly and had me wishing more time was spent on the resolution to the issues the characters were facing (but I possibly only feel this way because I just didn't want the book to end). Still such an unexpected, incredible ending to a fantastic duology. Thanks Netgalley for the e-ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
4.25 🌟
I loved this duology! The only reason the 2nd book isn't a 5 star read for me is because I felt the ending was rushed. I would have loved several more chapters near the end (trying not to give away any spoilers here so I'll leave out which scenes I wanted more from 😅). Overall, I am happy with the conclusion to the story and can't wait to own the physical copy on my shelf!
The 2nd book picks up a few months after the ending of House of Blight. I didn't remember a lot that happened in the 1st book, so I did read a detailed recap of the plot and a character recap- which I believed helped me not be confused when starting this! There was a couple recaps mentioned near the beginning, so that also helped!
I was surprised with the "public" sex scene, but not at all turned off by it 🥵 It might bother other people, but if it helps, you forgot they were in a place to be observed pretty quickly 😀
Thank you NetGalley for the eArc!
I loved this duology! The only reason the 2nd book isn't a 5 star read for me is because I felt the ending was rushed. I would have loved several more chapters near the end (trying not to give away any spoilers here so I'll leave out which scenes I wanted more from 😅). Overall, I am happy with the conclusion to the story and can't wait to own the physical copy on my shelf!
The 2nd book picks up a few months after the ending of House of Blight. I didn't remember a lot that happened in the 1st book, so I did read a detailed recap of the plot and a character recap- which I believed helped me not be confused when starting this! There was a couple recaps mentioned near the beginning, so that also helped!
I was surprised with the "public" sex scene, but not at all turned off by it 🥵 It might bother other people, but if it helps, you forgot they were in a place to be observed pretty quickly 😀
Thank you NetGalley for the eArc!
December 23, 2025
i absolutely loved this book/duology! fyi, "manor of decay" is the continuation of edira's journey after the end of book one, so please read "house of blight" first (and because it's just so good).
if you're looking for a fast paced and action packed book, i'm not sure if this would be up your alley because it is a bit slower. however, i think the story across both books but, especially this one, was mostly paced and explained really well, which can be an issue in some fantasy books. the characters were well-developed and i grew to love the side characters almost as much as the main characters. the ending was a smidge sudden for my taste, but i was also happy with how the series ended. overall, the whole world that maxym m. martineau created was just extremely well done and i would highly recommend.
thank you to harper voyager for the eARC via netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
if you're looking for a fast paced and action packed book, i'm not sure if this would be up your alley because it is a bit slower. however, i think the story across both books but, especially this one, was mostly paced and explained really well, which can be an issue in some fantasy books. the characters were well-developed and i grew to love the side characters almost as much as the main characters. the ending was a smidge sudden for my taste, but i was also happy with how the series ended. overall, the whole world that maxym m. martineau created was just extremely well done and i would highly recommend.
thank you to harper voyager for the eARC via netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Manor of Decay made up for the cliffhanger in The House of Blight. I enjoyed the unique magic system and watching Edira learn to use her powers through her heartbond with Rorick. While I liked that he finally returned her feelings, even though the tension had been building, their romance felt a little rushed to me.
The only part I didn’t like was the Fete scene with the other Evers. I won’t spoil anything, but I wasn’t expecting that to go down. It’s just not my thing but I got past it.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. The origins of the blight and the story of death were fascinating. The ending could have been more epic, but it was still a great read and I need a physical trophy now.
The only part I didn’t like was the Fete scene with the other Evers. I won’t spoil anything, but I wasn’t expecting that to go down. It’s just not my thing but I got past it.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. The origins of the blight and the story of death were fascinating. The ending could have been more epic, but it was still a great read and I need a physical trophy now.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 11, 2025
Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Voyager for this eArc.
When I heard of House of Blight I couldn't wait to read it and it ended up being one of my top reads this year. Manor of Decay was just as good if not better!
After healing the Ferngloves and defeating Orin, Edira has little life left. But, the blight has returned and she has to choose between enjoying what life she has left or harnessing her power with Rorik's through their heartbond and trying to save them all.
I enjoyed every minute of it and did not predict the ending in any way.
When I heard of House of Blight I couldn't wait to read it and it ended up being one of my top reads this year. Manor of Decay was just as good if not better!
After healing the Ferngloves and defeating Orin, Edira has little life left. But, the blight has returned and she has to choose between enjoying what life she has left or harnessing her power with Rorik's through their heartbond and trying to save them all.
I enjoyed every minute of it and did not predict the ending in any way.
December 16, 2025
Many many thank yous to NetGalley and Maxym M. Martineau for the opportunity to read this arc.
I am so utterly obsessed with this world and the magic. The story pulls you in, concludes the series but also leaves it a little open ended in case the author decided to do more with the work. I really hope she does, but no one will ever compare to insect daddy lol
I am so utterly obsessed with this world and the magic. The story pulls you in, concludes the series but also leaves it a little open ended in case the author decided to do more with the work. I really hope she does, but no one will ever compare to insect daddy lol
December 27, 2025
No surprise here — I absolutely loved this book. What a phenomenally entertaining follow-up. I loved House of Blight, but I have to say, Manor of Decay was even better. Returning to this world and falling even deeper in love with the characters, curses, and magic Maxym M. Martineau has crafted was such a joy.
December 16, 2025
*ARC Review* thanks to NetGalley for the free eARC!
To the women who embrace their power and their lovers who become their scythes.” GIMME THAT!!
I finished both books in a weekend, so clearly the story of Edira hooked me. I adored House of Blight and the unique magic system with threadmending and the Ever powers. I also love a good gothic setting.
This one moved a little slow and the ending felt a bit rushed, but it didn’t take away from how much I enjoyed it.
Rorik was equal parts aggravating and scrumptious. The banter between him and Edira was entertaining and had me kicking my feet. Reminded me of how my husband and I go back and forth. The found family vibe was a bonus.
The way death was woven into the story was both beautiful and devastating. Solid ending to a strong duology. I’d read more in this world, no question.
To the women who embrace their power and their lovers who become their scythes.” GIMME THAT!!
I finished both books in a weekend, so clearly the story of Edira hooked me. I adored House of Blight and the unique magic system with threadmending and the Ever powers. I also love a good gothic setting.
This one moved a little slow and the ending felt a bit rushed, but it didn’t take away from how much I enjoyed it.
Rorik was equal parts aggravating and scrumptious. The banter between him and Edira was entertaining and had me kicking my feet. Reminded me of how my husband and I go back and forth. The found family vibe was a bonus.
The way death was woven into the story was both beautiful and devastating. Solid ending to a strong duology. I’d read more in this world, no question.
December 10, 2025
Oh gosh I loved this book😭
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was okay for me. There were some parts in the book that got not interesting anymore. The pacing was slow.
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