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Spindleheart: Wrath of the Ravelwind Knight
A strange storm is brewing on the horizon…
Wynn Spindleseer thought her only problem was rescuing her long lost Spindlechest from the thieving hands of Brume. But when she sees a strange omen, warning of a soul snatching storm, she’s shaken to her core. As she and her friends follow Brume’s trail into a land of fire-breathing sheep, scheming squires, and dark secrets, Wynn can’t shake the feeling Brume may be the least of their worries.
Not far behind, Calla Witfirth and her sister track them, both determined to get answers regarding their mother’s death and Brume’s possible involvement. As they all race to uncover the thief’s whereabouts it becomes clear something dangerous is brewing just out of sight, and it threatens to sweep away more than their hopes of finding Brume.
Wynn Spindleseer thought her only problem was rescuing her long lost Spindlechest from the thieving hands of Brume. But when she sees a strange omen, warning of a soul snatching storm, she’s shaken to her core. As she and her friends follow Brume’s trail into a land of fire-breathing sheep, scheming squires, and dark secrets, Wynn can’t shake the feeling Brume may be the least of their worries.
Not far behind, Calla Witfirth and her sister track them, both determined to get answers regarding their mother’s death and Brume’s possible involvement. As they all race to uncover the thief’s whereabouts it becomes clear something dangerous is brewing just out of sight, and it threatens to sweep away more than their hopes of finding Brume.
246 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 26, 2026
About the author
T.I. Avens
4 books4 followersT.I. Avens is an author from Northern California who specializes in writing middle-grade fantasy books full of odd creatures, unexpected heroes, and magic-filled lands. She is also the author of the Spindleheart series. When she's not writing, Avens enjoys yoga, taking care of her plants, gaming, and baking.
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
What worked:
As with the first book, alternating chapters follow the stories of Wynn and Calla, as they track down a malevolent magic-stealer named Brume. The two main characters have separate storylines. They had a brief encounter in the first book, and Calla and her sister, Saffron, wonder if Wynn and her friends are enemies, too. These characters are called larks, because they are sentient, intelligent creatures, while wilders are animals without the ability to communicate verbally and reason. Brume can transform his appearance, so readers and characters will never know when he might show up. Perhaps readers will unknowingly encounter him in the form of a seemingly innocent minor character.
Wynn is the guardian of the Spindlechest, but Brume stole it in the first book. She’s on a quest to get it back before Brume becomes too powerful to stop. Calla is a caster, meaning she can wield magic. Her quest is to bring justice against Brume and stop him from stealing magic. Each girl follows Brume’s trail through a magical veil and into a world of breeps. The breeps are covered in wool above the waist, scales below, with wings that enable them to fly. These creatures are wary of strangers, which complicates the efforts of Calla and Wynn. Wynn is nearly imprisoned or executed, while Calla isn’t shown any favor, even after saving the life of a young breep and snatcher.
Wynn is accompanied by a caster named Lance, and their relationship provides more conflict and drama. Wynn notices he seems to struggle after casting spells, but Lance won’t admit it. Wynn also thinks he’s keeping secrets from her, and their interactions become prickly. Wynn knows she needs the caster’s help, but they may not trust each other anymore. Calla and her sister disagree on a plan to defeat Brume, and discussions about it are postponed. Calla deals with problems head-on, so she wants to use magic and force against Brume. Saffron is more diplomatic and wants to talk and understand his motives. They’ll need to come to some kind of agreement before they locate and confront him.
What didn’t work as well:
Readers may find it challenging to visualize the characters, as they come in all shapes and sizes. Calla and Saffron are flower elves, while Wynn is a swirlear, Beryl is a blue beetlewark, and Lance is a green thistle-hopper. Small illustrations are displayed on the first page of each chapter, but mentally picturing the characters in the narrative and action scenes may not be easy. Also, the book’s title doesn’t have a clear connection to what happens in the story. There are breep knights in Ravelwind, but the wrath of one specific knight isn’t a factor in the conflict.
The final verdict:
Readers will enjoy young characters thrust into quests to stop the evil Brume. They’ll appreciate revelations about his past, as well as Wynn’s heritage, but the conflict moves on to the third book in the series. I recommend you give this book a shot, but read book one first.
As with the first book, alternating chapters follow the stories of Wynn and Calla, as they track down a malevolent magic-stealer named Brume. The two main characters have separate storylines. They had a brief encounter in the first book, and Calla and her sister, Saffron, wonder if Wynn and her friends are enemies, too. These characters are called larks, because they are sentient, intelligent creatures, while wilders are animals without the ability to communicate verbally and reason. Brume can transform his appearance, so readers and characters will never know when he might show up. Perhaps readers will unknowingly encounter him in the form of a seemingly innocent minor character.
Wynn is the guardian of the Spindlechest, but Brume stole it in the first book. She’s on a quest to get it back before Brume becomes too powerful to stop. Calla is a caster, meaning she can wield magic. Her quest is to bring justice against Brume and stop him from stealing magic. Each girl follows Brume’s trail through a magical veil and into a world of breeps. The breeps are covered in wool above the waist, scales below, with wings that enable them to fly. These creatures are wary of strangers, which complicates the efforts of Calla and Wynn. Wynn is nearly imprisoned or executed, while Calla isn’t shown any favor, even after saving the life of a young breep and snatcher.
Wynn is accompanied by a caster named Lance, and their relationship provides more conflict and drama. Wynn notices he seems to struggle after casting spells, but Lance won’t admit it. Wynn also thinks he’s keeping secrets from her, and their interactions become prickly. Wynn knows she needs the caster’s help, but they may not trust each other anymore. Calla and her sister disagree on a plan to defeat Brume, and discussions about it are postponed. Calla deals with problems head-on, so she wants to use magic and force against Brume. Saffron is more diplomatic and wants to talk and understand his motives. They’ll need to come to some kind of agreement before they locate and confront him.
What didn’t work as well:
Readers may find it challenging to visualize the characters, as they come in all shapes and sizes. Calla and Saffron are flower elves, while Wynn is a swirlear, Beryl is a blue beetlewark, and Lance is a green thistle-hopper. Small illustrations are displayed on the first page of each chapter, but mentally picturing the characters in the narrative and action scenes may not be easy. Also, the book’s title doesn’t have a clear connection to what happens in the story. There are breep knights in Ravelwind, but the wrath of one specific knight isn’t a factor in the conflict.
The final verdict:
Readers will enjoy young characters thrust into quests to stop the evil Brume. They’ll appreciate revelations about his past, as well as Wynn’s heritage, but the conflict moves on to the third book in the series. I recommend you give this book a shot, but read book one first.
April 13, 2026
“Wrath of the Ravelwind Knight” continues the Spindleheart series with an ambitious scope, returning to the dual‑perspective structure introduced in the first book. The story alternates between Wynn Spindleseer’s journey with Lance and Beryl, and Calla Witfirth’s parallel path alongside her sister Safron. As before, these threads slowly converge, eventually intertwining by the novel’s conclusion, reinforcing the sense that all of these characters are being drawn toward the same looming danger.
The novel opens with an ominous promise: a soul‑snatching storm, a troubling omen, and the lingering mystery of Brume’s true intentions. However, much of the book’s first half moves at a very measured pace. Wynn’s storyline, in particular, often feels repetitive. She repeatedly finds herself lost, captured, or on the brink of being expelled from Ravelwind, only for the situation to resolve without much lasting consequence. This cycle can be confusing and at times frustrating, making it difficult to feel narrative momentum or emotional investment in her struggles. Wynn’s difficulty forming alliances also creates interactions that feel somewhat stiff, limiting opportunities for deeper character growth.
In contrast, Calla and Safron’s chapters offer more intrigue. Their role as healers and their determination to uncover the truth behind their mother’s death provide clearer direction and stronger stakes. Their sections feel more purposeful, even when the plot remains restrained, and they help balance the novel’s slower sections.
It is not until the final third of the book that the story truly comes alive. Developments involving Wynn, Lance, and Calla finally introduce tension and meaningful change, hinting at larger forces at work. Unfortunately, the novel still withholds crucial answers—particularly regarding Brume’s motivations and the destruction of magic across the world. By the second installment, the lack of clarity in this central conflict feels increasingly noticeable.
Ultimately, Wrath of the Ravelwind Knight reads less like a standalone chapter and more like an extended interlude, positioning pieces for a third book rather than delivering its own full payoff. While the characters and world remain intriguing in concept, the emotional connection and narrative urgency are uneven. Even so, the seeds planted toward the end are compelling enough that readers may still be curious to see where the series goes next.
The novel opens with an ominous promise: a soul‑snatching storm, a troubling omen, and the lingering mystery of Brume’s true intentions. However, much of the book’s first half moves at a very measured pace. Wynn’s storyline, in particular, often feels repetitive. She repeatedly finds herself lost, captured, or on the brink of being expelled from Ravelwind, only for the situation to resolve without much lasting consequence. This cycle can be confusing and at times frustrating, making it difficult to feel narrative momentum or emotional investment in her struggles. Wynn’s difficulty forming alliances also creates interactions that feel somewhat stiff, limiting opportunities for deeper character growth.
In contrast, Calla and Safron’s chapters offer more intrigue. Their role as healers and their determination to uncover the truth behind their mother’s death provide clearer direction and stronger stakes. Their sections feel more purposeful, even when the plot remains restrained, and they help balance the novel’s slower sections.
It is not until the final third of the book that the story truly comes alive. Developments involving Wynn, Lance, and Calla finally introduce tension and meaningful change, hinting at larger forces at work. Unfortunately, the novel still withholds crucial answers—particularly regarding Brume’s motivations and the destruction of magic across the world. By the second installment, the lack of clarity in this central conflict feels increasingly noticeable.
Ultimately, Wrath of the Ravelwind Knight reads less like a standalone chapter and more like an extended interlude, positioning pieces for a third book rather than delivering its own full payoff. While the characters and world remain intriguing in concept, the emotional connection and narrative urgency are uneven. Even so, the seeds planted toward the end are compelling enough that readers may still be curious to see where the series goes next.
February 12, 2026
First of all, I was the first to review this on Goodreads. Thanks, Netgalley!
Once again, a bad cliffhanger, though not as bad as the last book.
Calla is really annoying, but her bargaining skills are amazing.
Calix is, first off, an awesome name for an awesome character.
Wynn is pretty cool. Are different species marriages allowed, 'cos Calix and her...
Beryl wasn't as prominent as in the last book, but he's still one of my favorite characters. He' s a great comical relief guy, sorta like Pence, and his sandwich making skills are second only to the likes of Asuna Yuki(can sandwiches buy love? Yes. Yes, they can.) and Raphtalia Lastname.
The story was great, but it was unedited, ergo difficult to read. Some words were spelled wrong, andotherswereclumpedtogether,likethis.
Over all, great book. 4.6 stars.
Once again, a bad cliffhanger, though not as bad as the last book.
Calla is really annoying, but her bargaining skills are amazing.
Calix is, first off, an awesome name for an awesome character.
Wynn is pretty cool. Are different species marriages allowed, 'cos Calix and her...
Beryl wasn't as prominent as in the last book, but he's still one of my favorite characters. He' s a great comical relief guy, sorta like Pence, and his sandwich making skills are second only to the likes of Asuna Yuki(can sandwiches buy love? Yes. Yes, they can.) and Raphtalia Lastname.
The story was great, but it was unedited, ergo difficult to read. Some words were spelled wrong, andotherswereclumpedtogether,likethis.
Over all, great book. 4.6 stars.
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