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Five Crowns of Okrith #2
The Witches' Blade
The second powerful novel in the Five Crowns of Okrith fantasy series brings us into a new part of the world as the fae princess Rua joins forces with a truly unlikely ally--all with the same romance and adventure readers have come to expect from A.K. Mulford's viral sensation!
A magic sword. A powerful curse. An untested fae princess.
And a continent on fire...
Eighteen-year-old Ruadora Dammacus now possesses the Immortal Blade, a powerful artifact that might be enough to overthrow the cruel oppression threatening the land. Yet when Rua discovers the Northern Court King's uncle is not only alive but has cast a spell on the blue witch army, she realizes that the battle is just beginning.
Venturing into the Northern Court, Rua finds herself working closely with the young Northern King. Her problems are mounting, and the handsome--and perhaps evil--king is only one of them. With the eyes of her newfound family on her, can Rua prove herself worthy of the Immortal Blade and break the curse over the blue witches, or will its magic be too difficult to control?
And, perhaps even more dangerous, is her growing connection to the Northern King and what that means for her people...and her heart.
A magic sword. A powerful curse. An untested fae princess.
And a continent on fire...
Eighteen-year-old Ruadora Dammacus now possesses the Immortal Blade, a powerful artifact that might be enough to overthrow the cruel oppression threatening the land. Yet when Rua discovers the Northern Court King's uncle is not only alive but has cast a spell on the blue witch army, she realizes that the battle is just beginning.
Venturing into the Northern Court, Rua finds herself working closely with the young Northern King. Her problems are mounting, and the handsome--and perhaps evil--king is only one of them. With the eyes of her newfound family on her, can Rua prove herself worthy of the Immortal Blade and break the curse over the blue witches, or will its magic be too difficult to control?
And, perhaps even more dangerous, is her growing connection to the Northern King and what that means for her people...and her heart.
400 pages, Paperback
First published November 2, 2021
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A.K. Mulford
23 books2,030 followersA. K. Mulford is a bestselling fantasy author and former wildlife biologist who swapped rehabilitating monkeys for writing novels. They/she is inspired to create diverse stories that transport readers to new realms, making them fall in love with fantasy for the first time or all over again. They now live in Australia with their husband and two young human primates, creating lovable fantasy characters and making ridiculous TikToks (@akmulfordauthor).
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November 23, 2021
I don’t cry very often but I cried through out this book and multiply times! It take a good writer to get me crying cause I’ve read a lot of books and some don’t get you in the feels like this one did! It was so well written! If you haven’t read her books you should she is an amazing writer! I savoured reading this book cause sometimes it’s hard to come across a great book like this!
November 28, 2021
The novel picks up right where The High Mountain Court ended, except now we are following Rua, Remy's younger sister. As we jump right in, there is zero introduction to Rua, yet we are supposed to care deeply for her. Instead, we find her insufferable. Her pathetic poor me attitude makes her extremely unlikable and offers no drive to engage in her story.
The build up to Rua and Renwick feels so forced, like its trying too hard to duplicate Remy and Hale but with a character you don't like and a character you don't care about. Renwick grows on you and he was the only character pushing me through.
The drops of Remy and Hale are more annoying than anything. All of a sudden their whole personality changed to typical "royals". Perhaps this is the intention of the author as this book is Rua's Story and that is just got Rua sees them.
I will give the book a positive, as at about 80% through, the character development does it's job and we are happily on the Ru+Ren train.
Overall, The Witches Blade was a letdown of a follow up to The High Mountain Court. I'm hoping book 3 will pull me back in.
*I received an advance copy of this book and this is my honest review
The build up to Rua and Renwick feels so forced, like its trying too hard to duplicate Remy and Hale but with a character you don't like and a character you don't care about. Renwick grows on you and he was the only character pushing me through.
The drops of Remy and Hale are more annoying than anything. All of a sudden their whole personality changed to typical "royals". Perhaps this is the intention of the author as this book is Rua's Story and that is just got Rua sees them.
I will give the book a positive, as at about 80% through, the character development does it's job and we are happily on the Ru+Ren train.
Overall, The Witches Blade was a letdown of a follow up to The High Mountain Court. I'm hoping book 3 will pull me back in.
*I received an advance copy of this book and this is my honest review
April 24, 2024
I can't get enough of this series. I'm obsessed. While it has a lot of the elements that a lot of other series have, the writing is fresh and engaging. The characters come off the page. They are also witty, smart, and full of banter. The female leads are kick ass! The male leads are bad boys, but support their female counterparts and they're soooo adorable together!
I literally can't wait for the next one.
I literally can't wait for the next one.
December 6, 2021
Renwick is the softest being on this fucking planet and I would absolutely die for him any day of the week
December 31, 2021
This book was meh.. I actually enjoyed the first one more even though it wasn't spectacular. This one didn't work for me mainly because of main female character Rua. It kind of started well but then it dragged on and on, the whole thing was about nothing. I had to skip some pages.
Rua was boring and no major development with her character throughout the 80% of this book, she's just an angry girl but it all magically changes by the end of the book. I did lilke Renwick at least. If I had a tequila shot for every time Rua chewed the inside of her mouth I would be completely drunk by now hahahahah. I'm not bothering with book 3 as I completely lost interest in The Five Crowns of Okrith kingdom and its residents.
Rua was boring and no major development with her character throughout the 80% of this book, she's just an angry girl but it all magically changes by the end of the book. I did lilke Renwick at least. If I had a tequila shot for every time Rua chewed the inside of her mouth I would be completely drunk by now hahahahah. I'm not bothering with book 3 as I completely lost interest in The Five Crowns of Okrith kingdom and its residents.
May 17, 2024
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Rua, la hermana pequeña de Remo (protagonista de la anterior novela), posee la Hoja Inmortal, que podría ser suficiente para acabar con la opresión que amenaza el territorio, pero cuando descubre que el tío del rey de la corte Norte ha hechizado al ejército de las brujas azules, se da cuenta de que la guerra no ha hecho más que empezar. Rua se verá obligada, así, a adentrarse en la corte Norte y a trabajar codo con codo con su joven rey, Renwick, con el que sentirá una pronta conexión, del que no sabe si puede fiarse. Así, ¿podrá Rua demostrar ser digna y romper la maldición de las brujas azules, o la magia será demasiado difícil de controlar?
Jo, con lo trepidante y emocionante que se me hizo La corte de la Alta Montaña, la verdad es que con este he tenido una experiencia bastante distinta desde el principio, y diría que principalmente fue por la sorpresa que me llevé al descubrir que la protagonista había cambiado... y que esta no terminaba de cautivarme, a pesar de que está bien descrita, y se profundiza, se desarrolla su personalidad, no he podido conectar con ella; cuestión de gustos, imagino.
Rua, la hermana pequeña de Remo (protagonista de la anterior novela), posee la Hoja Inmortal, que podría ser suficiente para acabar con la opresión que amenaza el territorio, pero cuando descubre que el tío del rey de la corte Norte ha hechizado al ejército de las brujas azules, se da cuenta de que la guerra no ha hecho más que empezar. Rua se verá obligada, así, a adentrarse en la corte Norte y a trabajar codo con codo con su joven rey, Renwick, con el que sentirá una pronta conexión, del que no sabe si puede fiarse. Así, ¿podrá Rua demostrar ser digna y romper la maldición de las brujas azules, o la magia será demasiado difícil de controlar?
Jo, con lo trepidante y emocionante que se me hizo La corte de la Alta Montaña, la verdad es que con este he tenido una experiencia bastante distinta desde el principio, y diría que principalmente fue por la sorpresa que me llevé al descubrir que la protagonista había cambiado... y que esta no terminaba de cautivarme, a pesar de que está bien descrita, y se profundiza, se desarrolla su personalidad, no he podido conectar con ella; cuestión de gustos, imagino.
November 2, 2021
Gods this book!
How is it possible that I love this so much?!
The action, tension, danger, and trauma here is so well done! Our MC is incredible, sassy, and flawed beyond belief. Mulford's talent at conveying emotional turmoil is second to none, and while lost in the pages of this book, I felt EVERYTHING.
I loved the character growth, and the mistakes that were made along the way. I loved that nothing was easy, and that the relationships here were raw, and relatable.
The plot, like with The High Mountain Court, was epic, building quickly to incredible heights. The world-building too was phenomenal. Vivid, descriptive language painted pictures of stunning scenery, and amazing interactions. Mulford's writing style is a delight - easy to follow, flowing across the page like poetry, and creating a movie-like experience inside the reader's mind.
If you haven't picked this series up yet, and love fantasy, action, adventure, magic, and fated love go and get it. You won't be disappointed.
How is it possible that I love this so much?!
The action, tension, danger, and trauma here is so well done! Our MC is incredible, sassy, and flawed beyond belief. Mulford's talent at conveying emotional turmoil is second to none, and while lost in the pages of this book, I felt EVERYTHING.
I loved the character growth, and the mistakes that were made along the way. I loved that nothing was easy, and that the relationships here were raw, and relatable.
The plot, like with The High Mountain Court, was epic, building quickly to incredible heights. The world-building too was phenomenal. Vivid, descriptive language painted pictures of stunning scenery, and amazing interactions. Mulford's writing style is a delight - easy to follow, flowing across the page like poetry, and creating a movie-like experience inside the reader's mind.
If you haven't picked this series up yet, and love fantasy, action, adventure, magic, and fated love go and get it. You won't be disappointed.
January 25, 2022
I really adored The High Mountain Court but I have to say this instalment was slightly disappointing from my perspective.
In regards to the 'why' it was disappointing - although our couple in The Witches' Blade was very different to The High Mountain Court, the structure of the story line was almost identical and I found it hard to connect to given I had gone straight into it after reading book 1. So much so that I actually found myself skimming through.
I don't want to give too much away but the last 25% in regards to the FMC & MMCs character development both together and separate is almost an exact replica of Remy & Hale in book 1.
Having said that, I still enjoyed it. I loved Rua's growth with others particularly her relationship with Aneryn and Bri. I love that we got more quality time with the Eagles and saw another few sides of Renwick.
I adore Bri so I will definitely be reading book 3 but would like to see some change in couple development in the third instalment.
In regards to the 'why' it was disappointing - although our couple in The Witches' Blade was very different to The High Mountain Court, the structure of the story line was almost identical and I found it hard to connect to given I had gone straight into it after reading book 1. So much so that I actually found myself skimming through.
I don't want to give too much away but the last 25% in regards to the FMC & MMCs character development both together and separate is almost an exact replica of Remy & Hale in book 1.
Having said that, I still enjoyed it. I loved Rua's growth with others particularly her relationship with Aneryn and Bri. I love that we got more quality time with the Eagles and saw another few sides of Renwick.
I adore Bri so I will definitely be reading book 3 but would like to see some change in couple development in the third instalment.
December 20, 2021
Not as good as book 1
Over 70% of the book Ru was negative Nancy... Then bam she's all good... Nah, book one was amazing compared to this book.
Over 70% of the book Ru was negative Nancy... Then bam she's all good... Nah, book one was amazing compared to this book.
June 11, 2023
This one was a big slog for me. But I will still be pushing onward.
3 stars
2 on the spice scale
3 stars
2 on the spice scale
October 23, 2021
Ruadora (Rua) is in the possession of the Immortal Blade. A sword imbued with Red Witches’ magic.
She discovers that the Northern Kings uncle is still alive and has raised an army of Blue Witches to claim the throne (and maybe even all the kingdoms?).
Rua finds herself an unlikely ally in the new Northern King, Renwick. Will she be able to prove herself to her newfound family and is she worthy of wielding the Immortal Blade? Or will the problems she faces be too much and the blade too powerful for her to overcome?
Absolutely loved this sequel to The High Mountain Court! It has witches, action, love & even a little steamy spice!
I love the (new) characters and of course reading some more about the ones from the 1st book. Highly recommend!!
She discovers that the Northern Kings uncle is still alive and has raised an army of Blue Witches to claim the throne (and maybe even all the kingdoms?).
Rua finds herself an unlikely ally in the new Northern King, Renwick. Will she be able to prove herself to her newfound family and is she worthy of wielding the Immortal Blade? Or will the problems she faces be too much and the blade too powerful for her to overcome?
Absolutely loved this sequel to The High Mountain Court! It has witches, action, love & even a little steamy spice!
I love the (new) characters and of course reading some more about the ones from the 1st book. Highly recommend!!
December 10, 2021
4.25 Stars / 2.5 Steam Fans
I knew that A.K. Mulford would bring another well-balanced fantasy and romance story to the table; however, I did not wholly grasp that her world-building is what kept me engaged with the fantasy side. For those that have followed my reviews, you know that I am not a fantasy reader and get very bored with too much world-building, but A.K. does an AMAZING job at providing the perfect amount of description to keep my brain engaged with this massive world.
As for the romance portion of this story, A.K. once again went from 0-1000 without anything feeling too rushed. I wish there had been less world-building, but this book could be read out of order in some ways. This feeling may be part of A.K.'s overall plan for the series since each book is about new groups, lands, and sections of Orkrith. Overall, I am invested in this series, and I cannot wait for the rest of the series.
C.W.: Abuse, Torture, Violence, Secrets
Video review available in Week 45: Nov 7 – Nov 13, 2021, full weekly book reviews available on Steph's Romance Book Talk Patreon.
For other bookish content, check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
I knew that A.K. Mulford would bring another well-balanced fantasy and romance story to the table; however, I did not wholly grasp that her world-building is what kept me engaged with the fantasy side. For those that have followed my reviews, you know that I am not a fantasy reader and get very bored with too much world-building, but A.K. does an AMAZING job at providing the perfect amount of description to keep my brain engaged with this massive world.
As for the romance portion of this story, A.K. once again went from 0-1000 without anything feeling too rushed. I wish there had been less world-building, but this book could be read out of order in some ways. This feeling may be part of A.K.'s overall plan for the series since each book is about new groups, lands, and sections of Orkrith. Overall, I am invested in this series, and I cannot wait for the rest of the series.
C.W.: Abuse, Torture, Violence, Secrets
Video review available in Week 45: Nov 7 – Nov 13, 2021, full weekly book reviews available on Steph's Romance Book Talk Patreon.
For other bookish content, check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
November 13, 2022
The Witches Blade is the second book in the Five Crowns of Okrith fantasy romance series by author AK Mulford. Each book in the series follows a different couple with this one focusing on Rua (younger sister of Remy from the first book) and Renwick, the newly appointed Northern King. The story picks up immediately after the first book finished, so I’d recommend reading that one first. Initially at first I was unsure how I’d adjust to a new couple, but I found that of all the books in the series Rua and Ren were actually my favorite. I’ve read other reviews which say they found Rua to be annoying but I enjoyed her flawed, darker take and her character growth. I also found the romance in this one to be more believable and less insta-love like Remy and Hale. I’m looking forward to reading the next book in the series which focuses on Bree who has been a favorite since book 1. Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and author for an arc of this book.
May 7, 2025
Honestly at first I was so dumbounded. It's been a while since I read the 1st volume and I was deadass staring at the book like "who tf is Rua and where is this other girlie that the first book was about???"
Well, after understanding it became much more enjoyable to read but still I'd say it wasn't as good as the previous one. Main flaw?? I don't really like Rua. I'm starting to tolerate her now that I've finished but the great portion of the book I just couldn't care less about what's gonna happen to her.
Also the romance...it felt so...idk. Forced isn't even a good word because I can say that there was SOME feelings there...but it felt too fast. It's like; one page Rua hates him and the other she suddenly tells him she loves him, girl what?
Nonetheless it was okay, the plot is flowing nicely and I'm really happy about Remy's sudden appearance in one moment :p badass queen.
Well, after understanding it became much more enjoyable to read but still I'd say it wasn't as good as the previous one. Main flaw?? I don't really like Rua. I'm starting to tolerate her now that I've finished but the great portion of the book I just couldn't care less about what's gonna happen to her.
Also the romance...it felt so...idk. Forced isn't even a good word because I can say that there was SOME feelings there...but it felt too fast. It's like; one page Rua hates him and the other she suddenly tells him she loves him, girl what?
Nonetheless it was okay, the plot is flowing nicely and I'm really happy about Remy's sudden appearance in one moment :p badass queen.
March 5, 2024
"La Espada de las Brujas" de A.K. Mulford es la segunda parte de la saga “Las cinco coronas de Okrith” pero esta vez cambiamos de personajes centrándonos en otros diferentes, en concreto, en Rua, hermana de la protagonista anterior.
El libro combina intriga y amor en un mundo donde la opresión y la maldición acechan a un continente en llamas. Rua, una joven de dieciocho años que posee la Hoja Inmortal, una espada mágica capaz de desafiar la cruel opresión que asola la tierra. Sin embargo, el descubrimiento de que el tío del rey de la corte Norte ha hechizado al ejército de las brujas azules revela que la batalla está lejos de llegar a su fin.
A medida que Rua se aventura en la corte Norte, se ve obligada a colaborar estrechamente con el joven rey, enfrentándose a crecientes desafíos. La trama se complica con la presencia del atractivo y posiblemente malvado rey, cuya conexión con Rua desencadena una serie de eventos peligrosos. La protagonista se encuentra ante la tarea de demostrar su valía para manejar la Hoja Inmortal y romper la maldición de las brujas azules, enfrentándose a dilemas morales y a la dificultad de controlar la magia.
Faes, brujas, romance, rep LGTB, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, amor destinado. ES QUE LO TIENE TODO.
Mulford teje habilidosamente los hilos de la trama, ofreciendo una obra que combina elementos épicos con momentos íntimos y sensuales. La exploración de la magia y la conexión de los personajes principales añade profundidad a la trama, mientras que los conflictos personales y políticos mantienen a los lectores cautivos.
En resumen, "La Espada de las Brujas" es una novela que cautiva con su combinación de fantasía, romance y elementos mágicos. A.K. Mulford ha creado un mundo intrigante lleno de personajes cautivadores y una trama que mantiene a los lectores ansiosos por descubrir el destino de Ruadora Dammacus y el continente en llamas.
El libro combina intriga y amor en un mundo donde la opresión y la maldición acechan a un continente en llamas. Rua, una joven de dieciocho años que posee la Hoja Inmortal, una espada mágica capaz de desafiar la cruel opresión que asola la tierra. Sin embargo, el descubrimiento de que el tío del rey de la corte Norte ha hechizado al ejército de las brujas azules revela que la batalla está lejos de llegar a su fin.
A medida que Rua se aventura en la corte Norte, se ve obligada a colaborar estrechamente con el joven rey, enfrentándose a crecientes desafíos. La trama se complica con la presencia del atractivo y posiblemente malvado rey, cuya conexión con Rua desencadena una serie de eventos peligrosos. La protagonista se encuentra ante la tarea de demostrar su valía para manejar la Hoja Inmortal y romper la maldición de las brujas azules, enfrentándose a dilemas morales y a la dificultad de controlar la magia.
Faes, brujas, romance, rep LGTB, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, amor destinado. ES QUE LO TIENE TODO.
Mulford teje habilidosamente los hilos de la trama, ofreciendo una obra que combina elementos épicos con momentos íntimos y sensuales. La exploración de la magia y la conexión de los personajes principales añade profundidad a la trama, mientras que los conflictos personales y políticos mantienen a los lectores cautivos.
En resumen, "La Espada de las Brujas" es una novela que cautiva con su combinación de fantasía, romance y elementos mágicos. A.K. Mulford ha creado un mundo intrigante lleno de personajes cautivadores y una trama que mantiene a los lectores ansiosos por descubrir el destino de Ruadora Dammacus y el continente en llamas.
December 29, 2021
I can't. This book was everything. I was captivated, the friends, the adventures, the pain and suffering of Ru and Renwick, the family bonds, the hatred and revenge. I physically cannot wait for the next book, I am in a post-read slump! I don't want to pick up another book because it won't be an Okrith book. Mulford, you have broken me! 🌶️🌶️ spice rating (of 3)
I'm not going to lie, I balled my eyes out during this book, against my will, and I even tried to not cry, but god damn, especially towards the end. All of these characters have wormed their way into my frozen heart and are here to stay.
“I don’t know,” Aneryn muttered back. “I can See through the future, not through walls.” I cackled like a gods damn witch at this, I love Aneryn so fricking much.
I'm not going to lie, I balled my eyes out during this book, against my will, and I even tried to not cry, but god damn, especially towards the end. All of these characters have wormed their way into my frozen heart and are here to stay.
“I don’t know,” Aneryn muttered back. “I can See through the future, not through walls.” I cackled like a gods damn witch at this, I love Aneryn so fricking much.
June 5, 2025
Ruadora and Renwick learn to love all of their dark parts together. I love a series with multiple characters of substance. Also found family is one of my favorite tropes, mixed with sibling relationships, I am all in! I enjoyed book 2 more because I was already familiar with how the world and magic works. It was a solid 4 star read, and a half star for the diversity.
September 26, 2022
If I could give this more than five stars I would.
I can relate to Rua in so many ways it’s creepy but I love it. She’s a character that grows on you so much you cannot help yourself but to love her.
And Renwick… I knew I would love him too.
This world is amazing and its characters make you wish you were part of their family.
Like the first book, I have nothing bad to say about it.
I can relate to Rua in so many ways it’s creepy but I love it. She’s a character that grows on you so much you cannot help yourself but to love her.
And Renwick… I knew I would love him too.
This world is amazing and its characters make you wish you were part of their family.
Like the first book, I have nothing bad to say about it.
May 21, 2025
I honestly enjoyed this one. My only complaints would be that I found it hard to like Rua and I felt that the relationship was insta-love at the end. Otherwise it was pretty good. 😌
May 3, 2024
mmm bueno, se me ha hecho algo pesado porque la prota no me ha gustado del todo... aun así, estuvo entretenido! Mucho drama y montones de acción!
November 17, 2021
Coming off of the High Mountain Court, I had HIGH expectations. And admittedly, I was afraid that leaving Remy and Hale’s story would not interest me.
Boy, was I wrong.
Off the bat, I will say that Ruadora “Rua” was not my favorite Dammacus. At times, she felt like an unreliable narrator and I grew tired of her inner monologue and personal struggles.But RENWICK. Bri! Somehow their interactions with Rua made it all work. And by the end of the book, I was genuinely tearing up at her character development and the general progression of the story.
This book is not a standalone that should be read without the first book. We don’t leave Remy or Hale behind. It’s simply a perspective shift that focuses on another member of the High Mountain Court—and all others who interact with it.
Back to Renwick, can we talk about his redemption arc???? We all saw it coming from the minute he instinctively protected Rua at the end of book one. But to realize how deep his goodness truly goes?? Also to see he’s just as broken as Rua??? I simp this man!!!!!
The tension and slow burn of their relationship also had me losing my mind. I couldn’t stop reading; I just needed them to fall in love. But the buildup—and the peak—is truly worth the wait.
The setup for the next book is equally fascinating. I love seeing the side characters become more prominent as the series goes on. And Bri and her brother are such wonderful sources of comic relief, I know their story will be a worthy conclusion to the series.
All in all, it was a five star. I too am shocked that I rated it higher than book one. But while I loved the relationship aspect of the first book, the plot here felt stronger. The action never stopped. The reveals and twists were endless. I found myself second guessing every character and detail. That’s how you do a second book in a series.
Boy, was I wrong.
Off the bat, I will say that Ruadora “Rua” was not my favorite Dammacus. At times, she felt like an unreliable narrator and I grew tired of her inner monologue and personal struggles.But RENWICK. Bri! Somehow their interactions with Rua made it all work. And by the end of the book, I was genuinely tearing up at her character development and the general progression of the story.
This book is not a standalone that should be read without the first book. We don’t leave Remy or Hale behind. It’s simply a perspective shift that focuses on another member of the High Mountain Court—and all others who interact with it.
Back to Renwick, can we talk about his redemption arc???? We all saw it coming from the minute he instinctively protected Rua at the end of book one. But to realize how deep his goodness truly goes?? Also to see he’s just as broken as Rua??? I simp this man!!!!!
The tension and slow burn of their relationship also had me losing my mind. I couldn’t stop reading; I just needed them to fall in love. But the buildup—and the peak—is truly worth the wait.
The setup for the next book is equally fascinating. I love seeing the side characters become more prominent as the series goes on. And Bri and her brother are such wonderful sources of comic relief, I know their story will be a worthy conclusion to the series.
All in all, it was a five star. I too am shocked that I rated it higher than book one. But while I loved the relationship aspect of the first book, the plot here felt stronger. The action never stopped. The reveals and twists were endless. I found myself second guessing every character and detail. That’s how you do a second book in a series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 4, 2024
J’avais adoré le premier tome et il me tardait de découvrir cette suite ! D’autant plus que cette fois nous suivons, Ruadora, la petite sœur de Remy. Dans son périple, elle est accompagnée de Bri, la guerrière et amie de Hale ainsi que du tueur de sorciers, Renwick Vostemur. Rua est bien décidée à tuer Balorn et délivrer les Sorciers bleus de leur malédiction.
L’épée des sorciers part sur le même schéma que le premier tome avec une héroïne qui se cherche et qui ne s’entend pas avec le héros. Un jeune homme qui lui cache bien évidemment des informations essentielles. Toutefois, j’ai été prise au jeu et j’ai aimé voir cette princesse-guerrière se poser tout un tas de questions sur elle, mais également sur ses relations avec autrui. Rua est bourré de complexes et manque de confiance en elle. La jeune femme se compare sans cesse à sa grande sœur avec laquelle elle a du mal à créer des liens. Même si les deux sœurs sont loin l’une de l’autre. Si Remy aimerait apprendre à connaitre Rua, cette dernière fait tout pour l’éviter. Et bien évidemment, elle souhaite également faire ses preuves en tant que combattante.
J’admets que j’ai eu du mal à m’attacher à Rua. Parce que j’aime beaucoup Remy et je ne comprenais pas vraiment cette animosité qu’elle a envers sa sœur et envers tout le monde en fait. C’est une héroïne difficile à apprécier à mes yeux parce qu’elle s’est forgé une carapace solide qu’elle ne veut retirer pour personne. C’est une héroïne dure autant envers les autres qu’envers elle-même. On voit bien qu’autour d’elle, tous cherchent à la rassurer, à lui montrer son importance, mais Rua préfère nier l’évidence et se plaindre en son for intérieur. À l’inverse, j’ai adoré tous les personnages secondaires, dont le héros, Renwick. Même si parfois il reste assez mystérieux on saisit assez vite qu’il tient à Rua.
On est sur une romance slow burn avec des ennemies to lovers le tout servie par une plume entrainante. Même s’il y a quelques longueurs, ça se lit assez facilement. La quête de Rua pour trouver un manuscrit sacré et tuer Balorn dans la foulée est très bien amenée. C’est une intrigue qui tient la route. Et, j’ai aimé en découvrir plus sur l’univers de The Five Crowns ainsi que sur les différentes castes de Sorciers.
Dans l’ensemble, je ressors ravie de cette lecture qui combine tous les genres que j’aime à savoir la fantasy, la romance et on a même droit à quelques scènes bien spicy, mais surtout, elles ne sont pas là pour appâter le chaland et on bien une utilité à l’histoire. Voilà une bonne romantasy qui saura ravir les amateurices, tout comme je le suis.
L’épée des sorciers part sur le même schéma que le premier tome avec une héroïne qui se cherche et qui ne s’entend pas avec le héros. Un jeune homme qui lui cache bien évidemment des informations essentielles. Toutefois, j’ai été prise au jeu et j’ai aimé voir cette princesse-guerrière se poser tout un tas de questions sur elle, mais également sur ses relations avec autrui. Rua est bourré de complexes et manque de confiance en elle. La jeune femme se compare sans cesse à sa grande sœur avec laquelle elle a du mal à créer des liens. Même si les deux sœurs sont loin l’une de l’autre. Si Remy aimerait apprendre à connaitre Rua, cette dernière fait tout pour l’éviter. Et bien évidemment, elle souhaite également faire ses preuves en tant que combattante.
J’admets que j’ai eu du mal à m’attacher à Rua. Parce que j’aime beaucoup Remy et je ne comprenais pas vraiment cette animosité qu’elle a envers sa sœur et envers tout le monde en fait. C’est une héroïne difficile à apprécier à mes yeux parce qu’elle s’est forgé une carapace solide qu’elle ne veut retirer pour personne. C’est une héroïne dure autant envers les autres qu’envers elle-même. On voit bien qu’autour d’elle, tous cherchent à la rassurer, à lui montrer son importance, mais Rua préfère nier l’évidence et se plaindre en son for intérieur. À l’inverse, j’ai adoré tous les personnages secondaires, dont le héros, Renwick. Même si parfois il reste assez mystérieux on saisit assez vite qu’il tient à Rua.
On est sur une romance slow burn avec des ennemies to lovers le tout servie par une plume entrainante. Même s’il y a quelques longueurs, ça se lit assez facilement. La quête de Rua pour trouver un manuscrit sacré et tuer Balorn dans la foulée est très bien amenée. C’est une intrigue qui tient la route. Et, j’ai aimé en découvrir plus sur l’univers de The Five Crowns ainsi que sur les différentes castes de Sorciers.
Dans l’ensemble, je ressors ravie de cette lecture qui combine tous les genres que j’aime à savoir la fantasy, la romance et on a même droit à quelques scènes bien spicy, mais surtout, elles ne sont pas là pour appâter le chaland et on bien une utilité à l’histoire. Voilà une bonne romantasy qui saura ravir les amateurices, tout comme je le suis.
March 16, 2024
- La primera parte de esta serie se llama La corte de la Alta montaña, un libro que me gustó bastante y que os recomiendo. Así que para nada dudé a la hora de ofrecerme para leer y reseñar su segunda parte. En esta ocasión ya nos encontramos otra historia con otros protagonistas, todo ello en el mismo mundo y con una trama principal diferente, pero coinciden en algo y es que la protagonista aparece en el anterior, por eso os tenéis que leer el primero antes, no se puede leer de forma independiente.
- No me sentí tan enganchada como esperaba, me sumergí en este libro con la esperanza de ser muy ligero y lleno de acción, pero me encontré una trama lenta que no conseguía avanzar, solo a pequeños saltitos. Lo que hice fue dejarlo en la mitad y lo retome después de haber leído otros libros, fue algo muy acertado porque ya conseguí meterme mejor en la historia.
- La ambientación me ha gustado mucho, ya os digo que la autora no deja nada de lado, y sabremos en todo momento donde nos encontramos, y la situación en la que se encuentra la protagonista. Todo esto se nos junta con una trama principal y otra mucho más secundaria que es la de romance.
- Me he encontrado una protagonista muy perdida en la vida, y su carácter no ayuda a que sea más llevadero. No me gustó que tratara con superioridad y con condescendencia a otros por no ser de alta cuna como ella, lo que derivó también en que me dificultara más avanzar en la trama. Después desde cierta parte hay algunos cambios, para mi gusto muy bruscos y todo cambia, la protagonista incluida, pero me hubiera gustado algo más de evolución no tan de repente.
- Así que como podéis ver es un libro que me despierta sentimientos encontrados, por una lado me ha gustado poder seguir con este mundo que tanto me gustó en el primero, adoro que la autora nos mezcle dos cosas que me encantan como son las brujas y los faes. Pero también por otra parte no me ha causado buena impresión la protagonista, no he llegado a cogerle el gusto en ningún momento, menos mal que el protagonista masculino sí que me ha encantado.
- Desde cierta parte, adelantada ya la segunda mitad del libro, se vuelve muy adictivo, más romanfantasy y con mucha más acción, todo ello nos lleva a un final que me ha encantado y he disfrutado mucho. El libro nos deja en una situación perfecta para la tercera parte, con otro cambio de protagonista y de trama principal, me quedo con las dudas de si seguiré con la serie, ya veré.
- No me sentí tan enganchada como esperaba, me sumergí en este libro con la esperanza de ser muy ligero y lleno de acción, pero me encontré una trama lenta que no conseguía avanzar, solo a pequeños saltitos. Lo que hice fue dejarlo en la mitad y lo retome después de haber leído otros libros, fue algo muy acertado porque ya conseguí meterme mejor en la historia.
- La ambientación me ha gustado mucho, ya os digo que la autora no deja nada de lado, y sabremos en todo momento donde nos encontramos, y la situación en la que se encuentra la protagonista. Todo esto se nos junta con una trama principal y otra mucho más secundaria que es la de romance.
- Me he encontrado una protagonista muy perdida en la vida, y su carácter no ayuda a que sea más llevadero. No me gustó que tratara con superioridad y con condescendencia a otros por no ser de alta cuna como ella, lo que derivó también en que me dificultara más avanzar en la trama. Después desde cierta parte hay algunos cambios, para mi gusto muy bruscos y todo cambia, la protagonista incluida, pero me hubiera gustado algo más de evolución no tan de repente.
- Así que como podéis ver es un libro que me despierta sentimientos encontrados, por una lado me ha gustado poder seguir con este mundo que tanto me gustó en el primero, adoro que la autora nos mezcle dos cosas que me encantan como son las brujas y los faes. Pero también por otra parte no me ha causado buena impresión la protagonista, no he llegado a cogerle el gusto en ningún momento, menos mal que el protagonista masculino sí que me ha encantado.
- Desde cierta parte, adelantada ya la segunda mitad del libro, se vuelve muy adictivo, más romanfantasy y con mucha más acción, todo ello nos lleva a un final que me ha encantado y he disfrutado mucho. El libro nos deja en una situación perfecta para la tercera parte, con otro cambio de protagonista y de trama principal, me quedo con las dudas de si seguiré con la serie, ya veré.
July 5, 2025
That book put me in such a book slump. I feel like if I had read it at another time I would have loved it. I wasn't attached to the characters, their relationships seemed fake. I should wait before reading the rest of the series.
January 24, 2022
Soooo good! 🥰
October 8, 2024
3,75/5 ⭐️
Bonne lecture ! J’ai beaucoup plus préféré cette romance là que celle du tome 2. Elle est beaucoup moins précipitée même si c’est toujours pas un slow burn. J’ai beaucoup aimé les deux âmes torturées des personnages. Hâte de voire le T3…
Bonne lecture ! J’ai beaucoup plus préféré cette romance là que celle du tome 2. Elle est beaucoup moins précipitée même si c’est toujours pas un slow burn. J’ai beaucoup aimé les deux âmes torturées des personnages. Hâte de voire le T3…
November 2, 2021
Forever Love
This Freakin Book Wrecked Me In All The Best Ways 🙌 I literally couldn't put it DOWN!! I Had Very High Expectations for this Book because The High Mountain Court was so Phenomenal. And AK Mulford Definitely Brought It.. I'M so in Love with Every Single Character. The Character Development and Plot is hands down some of the BEST I've Ever Read. Each Book leaves You wanting more. It's been a while since a Series has Captured Me Heart, Body and Soul. This Book was definitely Darker than the First and I'm here for it All. Get Ready to Fall In Love with Rua and Renwick 💙 Definitely Your Next 5 ⭐ Read..
This Freakin Book Wrecked Me In All The Best Ways 🙌 I literally couldn't put it DOWN!! I Had Very High Expectations for this Book because The High Mountain Court was so Phenomenal. And AK Mulford Definitely Brought It.. I'M so in Love with Every Single Character. The Character Development and Plot is hands down some of the BEST I've Ever Read. Each Book leaves You wanting more. It's been a while since a Series has Captured Me Heart, Body and Soul. This Book was definitely Darker than the First and I'm here for it All. Get Ready to Fall In Love with Rua and Renwick 💙 Definitely Your Next 5 ⭐ Read..
January 29, 2022
This book is the second novel in The Five Crowns of Okrith series. It follows Ruadora Dammacus now that she is in possession of The Immortal Blade, a powerful relic of her heritage which threatens to control her more than she can control it. It is with this power and an unlikely ally that she seeks to free the blue witches from the torment caused by the Northern Court, all while battling her own demons. What a wonderful follow up to The High Mountain Court!
⭐️: 4.5/5, rounded up. The only reason I liked this one less than the first book is because it took me longer to relate to Rua as a character than it did Remy. However, as her character and the story progressed, she definitely won me over! I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a book about fae but wants to read something more diverse.
🖊: 5/5. I thoroughly enjoy AK Mulford's writing style. It's descriptive, emotional, and well planned.
🌶: 3/5. I've never reviewed a book's spice level before, so bear with me. This book definitely has some descriptive sexual scenes, spanning multiple pages, and the tension leading up to them is great! It's very emotional and real. The characters make mistakes. They grow from them. It's great. However, the spice doesn't take over the plot. I think for me, this was just the right amount.
🌎: 5/5. Where Mulford especially excels as an author is in her world building. Where other fae authors in particular may be vague about each Court (ie, saying the winter court is always snowy and leaving it at that), she gives each Court a life and recognizable culture of its own, down to their trades. I can picture myself walking through the Summer Court and imagine the taste of their drink. Not only that, she has created an intriguing magic system with her different witches!
🙂: 5/5. I mentioned earlier that Rua had character growth that won me over in the end. She starts as a very cold and closed off character, making her hard to initially relate to. As you delve into her trauma, and the trauma of other characters, you realize how complex Mulford has written them to be. You cry with them. You root for them to succeed. You smile at their growth.
🗽: 5/5. You can tell that Mulford puts care into ensuring that her books are diverse in gender, racial traits and features, size, and general representation. I don't think I've ever read another traditional fantasy book with a non binary character or multiple examples of queer couples.
🔮: 4/5: There were major plot points that I could see coming, but I don't think other aspects of the book would have been as successful if it had not been written as it was. It definitely was not enough to ruin any of the story for me, and I did not see the last 25% of the book coming at all!
🍲: 5/5 GOOD SOUP! A personal preference of mine is that I love when an author gets descriptive with sensory details. Invoking senses of taste and smell help me really get sucked in to experiencing the scene with the characters, and this is something else Mulford excels at.
My favorite character is still Bri, and I loved getting to learn more about her in this book. I cannot wait for the next novel in the series!
⭐️: 4.5/5, rounded up. The only reason I liked this one less than the first book is because it took me longer to relate to Rua as a character than it did Remy. However, as her character and the story progressed, she definitely won me over! I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a book about fae but wants to read something more diverse.
🖊: 5/5. I thoroughly enjoy AK Mulford's writing style. It's descriptive, emotional, and well planned.
🌶: 3/5. I've never reviewed a book's spice level before, so bear with me. This book definitely has some descriptive sexual scenes, spanning multiple pages, and the tension leading up to them is great! It's very emotional and real. The characters make mistakes. They grow from them. It's great. However, the spice doesn't take over the plot. I think for me, this was just the right amount.
🌎: 5/5. Where Mulford especially excels as an author is in her world building. Where other fae authors in particular may be vague about each Court (ie, saying the winter court is always snowy and leaving it at that), she gives each Court a life and recognizable culture of its own, down to their trades. I can picture myself walking through the Summer Court and imagine the taste of their drink. Not only that, she has created an intriguing magic system with her different witches!
🙂: 5/5. I mentioned earlier that Rua had character growth that won me over in the end. She starts as a very cold and closed off character, making her hard to initially relate to. As you delve into her trauma, and the trauma of other characters, you realize how complex Mulford has written them to be. You cry with them. You root for them to succeed. You smile at their growth.
🗽: 5/5. You can tell that Mulford puts care into ensuring that her books are diverse in gender, racial traits and features, size, and general representation. I don't think I've ever read another traditional fantasy book with a non binary character or multiple examples of queer couples.
🔮: 4/5: There were major plot points that I could see coming, but I don't think other aspects of the book would have been as successful if it had not been written as it was. It definitely was not enough to ruin any of the story for me, and I did not see the last 25% of the book coming at all!
🍲: 5/5 GOOD SOUP! A personal preference of mine is that I love when an author gets descriptive with sensory details. Invoking senses of taste and smell help me really get sucked in to experiencing the scene with the characters, and this is something else Mulford excels at.
My favorite character is still Bri, and I loved getting to learn more about her in this book. I cannot wait for the next novel in the series!
November 4, 2021
I loved the first story about Remy and Hale but this book? Its a freaking masterpiece and one of my top reads of 2021!!
The first few chapter started a slow for me but then it went uphill and ended with me hyperventilating. I am so emotional right now that I dont know what to do.
Rua is my fav MC. My heart keo breaking for her over and over again but I am so proud of her progress through this book ❤️ I love how she slowly learned how to accept love and family and how she built relationships with Renwick, Bri and Aneryn and finally Remy. How the blue witches chose her and saved her at the end 💔❤️
Renwick oh man I love you and welcome to my book husbands harem ❤️ So broken, but so good it made my heart ache. Sorry for ACOTAR reference, but he reminds me of Eris and what I want to see of him in the future ohh.
Hello my new fav trope - we are freezing, one cave a body heat with we are still “enemies”
Side character - Bri and Aneryn stole my heart and I CANNOT wait for the next book!!!!
Overall, the characters, the story, the world building and tension 🔥🔥🔥 5/5. If I could give this book 10 stars I would. Ali’s writing progress as an author beautiful. How did they end the curse on the blue witches! I did not see it coming!
I am going to calm myself now and order paperback 😅🥰🥰
ARC provided by the author for the honest review ( but My rambling review would be same anyway)
I need wine now but out 🥲🥲 GO READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!
The first few chapter started a slow for me but then it went uphill and ended with me hyperventilating. I am so emotional right now that I dont know what to do.
Rua is my fav MC. My heart keo breaking for her over and over again but I am so proud of her progress through this book ❤️ I love how she slowly learned how to accept love and family and how she built relationships with Renwick, Bri and Aneryn and finally Remy. How the blue witches chose her and saved her at the end 💔❤️
Renwick oh man I love you and welcome to my book husbands harem ❤️ So broken, but so good it made my heart ache. Sorry for ACOTAR reference, but he reminds me of Eris and what I want to see of him in the future ohh.
Hello my new fav trope - we are freezing, one cave a body heat with we are still “enemies”
Side character - Bri and Aneryn stole my heart and I CANNOT wait for the next book!!!!
Overall, the characters, the story, the world building and tension 🔥🔥🔥 5/5. If I could give this book 10 stars I would. Ali’s writing progress as an author beautiful. How did they end the curse on the blue witches! I did not see it coming!
I am going to calm myself now and order paperback 😅🥰🥰
ARC provided by the author for the honest review ( but My rambling review would be same anyway)
I need wine now but out 🥲🥲 GO READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 6, 2022
Holy slow burn this was good. Dare I say that I liked Rua more than Remy? I loved that her and Renwick were incredibly flawed and still actively working through their trauma together. The ending was a tiny bit lackluster but I feel like it’s setting itself up well for the next book. I love this little series!
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