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The Bladesmith
As a female bladesmith Lena is barely making ends meet. Upon learning the castle is hiring a new Master Bladesmith she decides she cannot miss the opportunity. Can she get them to look past her gender and see her abilities? Once she meets Zander and he accepts her without question, hope builds within her. When secrets are revealed and Lena learns the truth about her family’s history, she isn’t sure what will happen. Will Lena get everything she has ever wanted, an adoring man and a position she loves, or will her life be forever changed by the truth that has been kept from her?
169 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 29, 2019
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Megan Grooms
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
April 29, 2019
I wasn't too sure what I was getting myself into but I am glad that I took a chance with this read. I was quickly pulled in by the world building and the characters are beautifully portrayed. Prepare yourself for the truth that will be revealed!!
May 12, 2019
The cover was what caught my attention right away. It is just so cool and I can't look away.
The story follows Lena who has taken over her father's sword store after he passed. He trained her and she is naturally skilled, but she is a woman so men stink and are mean to her. This causes her to barely making ends meet. She decides she has to take the chance to apply to the new Master Bladesmith position at the castle for the royals. She meets Zander who looks past her gender and only sees her skill and her kind heart.
Poor Lena. I felt so bad for her. Men stink!!! She is good at her job and she has a passion that equals any man!! I'm so glad Zander was smart and realized talent where it is. I liked Zander a lot due to that. I still liked him even though his big secret was revealed. I get WHY he lied. But I also get Lena's POV on this.
The story did seem to drag a little bit and was really slow-paced, but this really was focusing on Lena, Zander, and the world. I do wish there had been more action, but I get it. I do think we needed this slower start. There was some drama that kept everything moving, so that helped.
OH that ending! I had guessed it, but I was still shocked! So good. I am SO curious to read book 2. HOW CAN YOU LEAVE ME LIKE THIS AUTHOR!!?!?!?!?! GAH!
But yes, overall, I did enjoy this story. It had some drama for sure, but it was slow-paced since it was just opening up the world and characters. I liked both Lena and Zander a lot. I cannot wait for book 2! I'll give this 4 stars.
The story follows Lena who has taken over her father's sword store after he passed. He trained her and she is naturally skilled, but she is a woman so men stink and are mean to her. This causes her to barely making ends meet. She decides she has to take the chance to apply to the new Master Bladesmith position at the castle for the royals. She meets Zander who looks past her gender and only sees her skill and her kind heart.
Poor Lena. I felt so bad for her. Men stink!!! She is good at her job and she has a passion that equals any man!! I'm so glad Zander was smart and realized talent where it is. I liked Zander a lot due to that. I still liked him even though his big secret was revealed. I get WHY he lied. But I also get Lena's POV on this.
The story did seem to drag a little bit and was really slow-paced, but this really was focusing on Lena, Zander, and the world. I do wish there had been more action, but I get it. I do think we needed this slower start. There was some drama that kept everything moving, so that helped.
OH that ending! I had guessed it, but I was still shocked! So good. I am SO curious to read book 2. HOW CAN YOU LEAVE ME LIKE THIS AUTHOR!!?!?!?!?! GAH!
But yes, overall, I did enjoy this story. It had some drama for sure, but it was slow-paced since it was just opening up the world and characters. I liked both Lena and Zander a lot. I cannot wait for book 2! I'll give this 4 stars.
April 7, 2019
Good story about an unusual woman and her unlikely friendship. The main character is determined to follow in her father's footsteps no matter how much is opposing her and isn't afraid to speak her mind. The characters are very well written and the plot keeps you interested until the very end.
May 4, 2019
I couldn't put this book down. I read it in just a couple of days. The storyline is excellent and leaves you wondering what is going to happen next between the relationships of the main characters. I can't wait to read book number two of the trilogy!
March 26, 2020
First off: I love this cover so hard. It's gorgeous and I want a copy on my bookshelf.
Second, I regret not being able to finish this book sooner. I have a major book hangover.
The Bladesmith is one amazing read. The storyline and characters are phenomenal. I loved Lena and Zander, and their relationship is so sweet!
Lena is a mix of badass and damsel. Where she is no weak female and speaks her mind. She doesn't care what others say about her and her career choice but is also soft and gentle like a woman [should be].
All the side characters and their relationship with Lena are wonderful. I love hearing about them throughout the story and how their friendship grows.
I did kind of predict what would happen but that cliffy is no joke! Can't wait for book 2!
Second, I regret not being able to finish this book sooner. I have a major book hangover.
The Bladesmith is one amazing read. The storyline and characters are phenomenal. I loved Lena and Zander, and their relationship is so sweet!
Lena is a mix of badass and damsel. Where she is no weak female and speaks her mind. She doesn't care what others say about her and her career choice but is also soft and gentle like a woman [should be].
All the side characters and their relationship with Lena are wonderful. I love hearing about them throughout the story and how their friendship grows.
I did kind of predict what would happen but that cliffy is no joke! Can't wait for book 2!
May 20, 2020
I loved the mishmash of renaissance & contemporary dialogue. I love while this book deals with sex discrimination (a woman doing a "man's" job), that is not the majority view. I'm definitely sucked in and want to know what happens next!
June 15, 2019
I am in love with these characters! I can not wait for the next installment.
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