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Sevy #1
Thief
Happily Ever After Doesn’t Come Without a Price
Anyone desperate enough to dwell within the crumbling city of Eloria knows that nothing in life is certain save for two indisputable facts: everyone has a dream, and everything has a price.
Driven from her home while she was still just a child, Sevy managed to survive Eloria’s cruel streets using only her sticky fingers and indomitable spirit. She’s never had any qualms about taking what she wants, so when the love of her life is suddenly stolen away from her, she will stop at nothing to get him back. Murder, black magic, and demonic pacts are of little consequence if it means Sevy finally has the chance to obtain her heart’s desire.
But is she willing to sacrifice her only friend to get the job done? In her obsessive quest for happiness, is there a line that even this selfish, self-proclaimed bitch won’t cross?
Anyone desperate enough to dwell within the crumbling city of Eloria knows that nothing in life is certain save for two indisputable facts: everyone has a dream, and everything has a price.
Driven from her home while she was still just a child, Sevy managed to survive Eloria’s cruel streets using only her sticky fingers and indomitable spirit. She’s never had any qualms about taking what she wants, so when the love of her life is suddenly stolen away from her, she will stop at nothing to get him back. Murder, black magic, and demonic pacts are of little consequence if it means Sevy finally has the chance to obtain her heart’s desire.
But is she willing to sacrifice her only friend to get the job done? In her obsessive quest for happiness, is there a line that even this selfish, self-proclaimed bitch won’t cross?
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Sarah-Jane Lehoux
11 books30 followersSarah-Jane Lehoux is a Canadian writer of speculative fiction. She avoids the real world as much as possible and spends her time cluttering her brain with beautiful nonsense. Find her online at www.sarah-janelehoux.com
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June 13, 2011
Sevy is a young girl and thief living in a city abandoned by most of the high class and nobility with nothing much left, as the factories have stopped too. Sevy tries to take care of her one friend, Trena, just to find she has turned to prostitution as her handler promises her all the things she wants. But, Sevy has her limits and wont join, not with this disgusting man. Sevy has crossed paths a few times with the gorgeous oceanic blue-eyed man Jarro and Jarro ends up helping Sevy in a most dire way. Sevy is looking for a friend and attaches herself with Jarro's unique group. Yet there is one here who doesn't like having Sevy around, out of jealousy maybe, who is Irea. She attempts to get to Sevy...one way or another... And what happens when the group dissolves for matters greater than just going separate ways?
This is a fantasy read with thieves close and front. With that comes the battles they fight with others in a desolate city to survive, so there are fighting scenes and action. We also have different creatures present too; dwarfs, elves, mysterious dark elves, pixies, and more. The book doesn't waste time with unnecessary complete depictions of all the different creatures, but the creatures are present and you know of them. We do learn of the stories of the Dark Elves through the book as Sevy's one closest friend is one. But are the stories really true?
I thought this book was set up in an interesting way to get more story and view of time. We have three sections which are different times of Sevy's life. First how Sevy meets Jarro and becomes part of the group. Second eight years later starting with Jarro's view, and leads into learning about Sevy's talents as a thief and the job they do together. In which you learn more of the love here as well. Then the third section, starting from a best friends view ~ Revik ~ and gets to the dangerous magic at hand. I really liked this aspect as I got to see and feel the characters grow through out the book with out any loss in the connections with them.
I didn't realize I was so attached with Sevy and her love until the end. I have to say I shed a few tears for them, and I don't do that. I'm not one to cry when reading a book. But this author did what I wanted her to do, yet desperately didn't want to see at the same time. I loved it! This is a way to take the chance with your characters and pushing them to be better along with making the readers love and feel for them.
Oh, I soooo enjoyed this read. I even already ordered up the second book for me, Shades of War. I'm really looking forward to getting more of this broken girl Sevy.
This is a fantasy read with thieves close and front. With that comes the battles they fight with others in a desolate city to survive, so there are fighting scenes and action. We also have different creatures present too; dwarfs, elves, mysterious dark elves, pixies, and more. The book doesn't waste time with unnecessary complete depictions of all the different creatures, but the creatures are present and you know of them. We do learn of the stories of the Dark Elves through the book as Sevy's one closest friend is one. But are the stories really true?
I thought this book was set up in an interesting way to get more story and view of time. We have three sections which are different times of Sevy's life. First how Sevy meets Jarro and becomes part of the group. Second eight years later starting with Jarro's view, and leads into learning about Sevy's talents as a thief and the job they do together. In which you learn more of the love here as well. Then the third section, starting from a best friends view ~ Revik ~ and gets to the dangerous magic at hand. I really liked this aspect as I got to see and feel the characters grow through out the book with out any loss in the connections with them.
I didn't realize I was so attached with Sevy and her love until the end. I have to say I shed a few tears for them, and I don't do that. I'm not one to cry when reading a book. But this author did what I wanted her to do, yet desperately didn't want to see at the same time. I loved it! This is a way to take the chance with your characters and pushing them to be better along with making the readers love and feel for them.
Oh, I soooo enjoyed this read. I even already ordered up the second book for me, Shades of War. I'm really looking forward to getting more of this broken girl Sevy.
August 19, 2010
I read this story several weeks ago but, due to the summer and absolute chaos, haven’t been able to review it until now.
Sarah-Jane Lehoux’s debut novel, Thief, is a book that stands out in a lot of ways. It’s not your typical romance, doesn’t revolve around a sexy, likable heroine, and provides numerous plot twists and turns that I can guarantee you won’t see coming.
Broken into three parts, the beginning of Thief begins with an incredible world build, which is quite honestly one of my favorite parts of the story. I was drawn into the gritty and visceral environment in which children exist on the streets, stealing food, clothing, and whatever else is necessary to survive. Of course, this is also where you meet Sevy -- the loud, brash, and unapologetic heroine who exists by picking pockets and pilfering food from local vendors. When her best friend chooses to become a prostitute in order to make a living, Sevy declines her invitation to join her and is left alone. Sevy is angry following the loss, is hostile to those around her, and doesn’t seem to care about anyone or anything. Until she’s saved from the clutches of a pimp by Jarro, a charismatic mob boss who takes her under his wing.
From this point forward, the story hits the ground running and doesn’t stop. Sevy develops as time passes; becoming a capable thief and fighter in her own right, while romance between her and Jarro blossoms. Of course, danger lurks around every corner, and just when you think it’s safe to breathe easy, Ms. Lehoux delivers punches that you won’t see coming. I can’t really delve to deeply into this, as it would ruin the story, but I can say that if you’re a die hard believer in happily-ever-after, this might be one offering you might want to pass on. Of course, it’s a shame to do that, as you’d miss out on a great new talent in the industry and an amazing story.
The supporting cast is wonderfully developed, and I enjoyed learning about the various races, their cultures, and the differences between them. The dark undertone of the work is also mesmerizing and is present from start to finish. When I reached "The End," I wasn’t sure how I felt. Although I can say that the journey made a hell of an impression.
If you’re looking for a book that is outside the norm, definitely give Thief a try. I’m eagerly awaiting the next installment.
Sarah-Jane Lehoux’s debut novel, Thief, is a book that stands out in a lot of ways. It’s not your typical romance, doesn’t revolve around a sexy, likable heroine, and provides numerous plot twists and turns that I can guarantee you won’t see coming.
Broken into three parts, the beginning of Thief begins with an incredible world build, which is quite honestly one of my favorite parts of the story. I was drawn into the gritty and visceral environment in which children exist on the streets, stealing food, clothing, and whatever else is necessary to survive. Of course, this is also where you meet Sevy -- the loud, brash, and unapologetic heroine who exists by picking pockets and pilfering food from local vendors. When her best friend chooses to become a prostitute in order to make a living, Sevy declines her invitation to join her and is left alone. Sevy is angry following the loss, is hostile to those around her, and doesn’t seem to care about anyone or anything. Until she’s saved from the clutches of a pimp by Jarro, a charismatic mob boss who takes her under his wing.
From this point forward, the story hits the ground running and doesn’t stop. Sevy develops as time passes; becoming a capable thief and fighter in her own right, while romance between her and Jarro blossoms. Of course, danger lurks around every corner, and just when you think it’s safe to breathe easy, Ms. Lehoux delivers punches that you won’t see coming. I can’t really delve to deeply into this, as it would ruin the story, but I can say that if you’re a die hard believer in happily-ever-after, this might be one offering you might want to pass on. Of course, it’s a shame to do that, as you’d miss out on a great new talent in the industry and an amazing story.
The supporting cast is wonderfully developed, and I enjoyed learning about the various races, their cultures, and the differences between them. The dark undertone of the work is also mesmerizing and is present from start to finish. When I reached "The End," I wasn’t sure how I felt. Although I can say that the journey made a hell of an impression.
If you’re looking for a book that is outside the norm, definitely give Thief a try. I’m eagerly awaiting the next installment.
September 22, 2023
I was a bit torn about this book as there were parts I really liked others I did not. I would have given thus 3.5 stars, but it deserved a round up rather than down.
Sevy has a hard life, but when her path crosses the paths with the charming Jarro, his right hand man, Revik. She gets a second chance, but could this just be leading her down a darker path?
Sarah-Jane Lehoux has a style of writing that is very dramatic she took me to a cliffhanger time something was happening. The part I am not a fan of are the big gaps in time. She dies go back to fill them in, but I would have prefered a more linerier approach. I am definitely interested in what happens next.
Sevy has a hard life, but when her path crosses the paths with the charming Jarro, his right hand man, Revik. She gets a second chance, but could this just be leading her down a darker path?
Sarah-Jane Lehoux has a style of writing that is very dramatic she took me to a cliffhanger time something was happening. The part I am not a fan of are the big gaps in time. She dies go back to fill them in, but I would have prefered a more linerier approach. I am definitely interested in what happens next.
June 6, 2013
Sevy is a young girl who lives on the streets of Eloria, eking out a living by stealing, doing whatever she can to stay alive. Street-wise and cunning, Sevy knows a mark when she sees one – but she also knows a pimp. Her best and only friend Trena has taken up with a gorilla whom Sevy knows is going to exploit her – but all Trena can see are the benefits. Sevy is determined to steal enough so she can rescue Trena from the ape’s clutches, but her life takes an unexpected twist when the mark she targets turns out to be even savvier than herself. Her growing infatuation with this man, and his apparent attraction to her, throw Sevy into the deepest love, and also the deepest fury, she has ever known. Demons and black elvish magic combine in one of the most treacherous and evil-bitch antagonists I have ever encountered in a fantasy novel . It’s doubtful that even Sevy’s smarts and hard-won skills can save the lives of her lover and friend.
There is plenty of action, tension and emotion in this fast-moving fantasy novel. You won’t be able to draw your breath!
There is plenty of action, tension and emotion in this fast-moving fantasy novel. You won’t be able to draw your breath!
October 1, 2023
I received this book as an ARC
Rating: 1/5 DNF
Spice 0/5 🌶️
Tropes: found family,
*** May contain spoilers***
I will start off by saying I hated that I DNF’d this book. After reading the synopsis I was genuinely excited to read this book. I might have quit too early, but after 70% of the way through this book I couldn’t connect to any of the main characters. I attempted several times to get back into the book as I sincerely wanted to give this book a chance.
Perhaps there’s some type of character arc that I just didn’t follow through. I found the FMC hard to relate to. Her personality in her POV’d was frustrating at best. With her being an orphan I understand potentially having a stunted emotional maturity, but her monologues and thought processes were childish.
I appreciate the opportunity to give this book a chance though!
Rating: 1/5 DNF
Spice 0/5 🌶️
Tropes: found family,
*** May contain spoilers***
I will start off by saying I hated that I DNF’d this book. After reading the synopsis I was genuinely excited to read this book. I might have quit too early, but after 70% of the way through this book I couldn’t connect to any of the main characters. I attempted several times to get back into the book as I sincerely wanted to give this book a chance.
Perhaps there’s some type of character arc that I just didn’t follow through. I found the FMC hard to relate to. Her personality in her POV’d was frustrating at best. With her being an orphan I understand potentially having a stunted emotional maturity, but her monologues and thought processes were childish.
I appreciate the opportunity to give this book a chance though!
April 18, 2012
A thrilling adventure with wonderful characters by a talented writer.
November 7, 2025
Thief
The Sevy Series, Book 1
She’s not the hero, she’s the warning label. The city made her ruthless, but love? That made her dangerous.
This isn’t your typical Romantacy and thank the GODS for that. It’s fun, emotional, gritty, raw, thrilling and heartbreakingly human. It’s everything you crave, minus the spice. It will rip your heart out—not once, but twice—and after your hangover, you’ll thank the author for it.
The writing is vivid, alive! You are captivated, you get lost in the pages and you never want to leave. You don’t just read about Eloria, you live in Eloria. You can picture every shadow, every shard of light, even the filth on the on the streets.
I fell hard for characters—their wit, their banter, their scars. I laughed, I gasped, I cursed, and I may have cried once. (okay... twice, but who’s counting).
The blend of humans, dwarves, trolls, pixies, and elves (both Dark and Light) creates a modern world that feels magical and merciless. Every choice cuts deep, every dream has a cost, and love might just be the cruelest dream of all.
What would you do for the only person that ever mattered to you? Murder, magic, betrayal, a deal with a demon? Oh, you draw the line at those?
Well, Sevy’s all in!!
I didn’t just read this story… I felt it, I lived it. And now I can’t wait to dive head first into the next one.
Sarah-Jane Lehoux
The Sevy Series, Book 1
She’s not the hero, she’s the warning label. The city made her ruthless, but love? That made her dangerous.
This isn’t your typical Romantacy and thank the GODS for that. It’s fun, emotional, gritty, raw, thrilling and heartbreakingly human. It’s everything you crave, minus the spice. It will rip your heart out—not once, but twice—and after your hangover, you’ll thank the author for it.
The writing is vivid, alive! You are captivated, you get lost in the pages and you never want to leave. You don’t just read about Eloria, you live in Eloria. You can picture every shadow, every shard of light, even the filth on the on the streets.
I fell hard for characters—their wit, their banter, their scars. I laughed, I gasped, I cursed, and I may have cried once. (okay... twice, but who’s counting).
The blend of humans, dwarves, trolls, pixies, and elves (both Dark and Light) creates a modern world that feels magical and merciless. Every choice cuts deep, every dream has a cost, and love might just be the cruelest dream of all.
What would you do for the only person that ever mattered to you? Murder, magic, betrayal, a deal with a demon? Oh, you draw the line at those?
Well, Sevy’s all in!!
I didn’t just read this story… I felt it, I lived it. And now I can’t wait to dive head first into the next one.
Sarah-Jane Lehoux
October 4, 2023
" 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐋𝐘 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐅𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐃𝐎𝐄𝐒𝐍'𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐀 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐂E.."
It's been a longtime since I've read a fantasyromance. And this book captured my attention with it's compelling blurb and my favourite Victorian setting. A definite pageturner and amazing read narrating a tale of Love, loss, and survival.
Anyone desperate enough to dwell within the crumbling city of Eloria knows that nothing in life is certain save for two indisputable facts: everyone has a dream, and everything has a price.
Driven from her home while she was still just a child, Sevy managed to survive Eloria’s cruel streets using only her sticky fingers and indomitable spirit. She’s never had any qualms about taking what she wants, so when the love of her life is suddenly stolen away from her, she will stop at nothing to get him back.
Murder, black magic, and demonic pacts are of little consequence if it means Sevy finally has the chance to obtain her heart’s desire.
But is she willing to sacrifice her only friend to get the job done? In her obsessive quest for happiness, is there a line that even this selfish, self-proclaimed bitch won’t cross?
Well crafted and well developed characters, the story also has a great opening. I've instantly liked Sevvy. The author has weaved magic, crime and romance beautifully together in the pages. Thief is definitely a good read for all the fantasy romance fans out there..🤍💫
It's been a longtime since I've read a fantasyromance. And this book captured my attention with it's compelling blurb and my favourite Victorian setting. A definite pageturner and amazing read narrating a tale of Love, loss, and survival.
Anyone desperate enough to dwell within the crumbling city of Eloria knows that nothing in life is certain save for two indisputable facts: everyone has a dream, and everything has a price.
Driven from her home while she was still just a child, Sevy managed to survive Eloria’s cruel streets using only her sticky fingers and indomitable spirit. She’s never had any qualms about taking what she wants, so when the love of her life is suddenly stolen away from her, she will stop at nothing to get him back.
Murder, black magic, and demonic pacts are of little consequence if it means Sevy finally has the chance to obtain her heart’s desire.
But is she willing to sacrifice her only friend to get the job done? In her obsessive quest for happiness, is there a line that even this selfish, self-proclaimed bitch won’t cross?
Well crafted and well developed characters, the story also has a great opening. I've instantly liked Sevvy. The author has weaved magic, crime and romance beautifully together in the pages. Thief is definitely a good read for all the fantasy romance fans out there..🤍💫
February 18, 2025
I like how it initially introduces us to a young Sevy and shows us her fighting spirit even as a young person. She has a great survival instinct and a 'fire in her belly ', which is something she tells us. You can't help but feel sorry for the losses she's had but she doesn't let you dwell on that. She's a strong lead and I think people may see her as too headstrong and/or stubborn but I feel it's justified.
Her knack for pickpocketing reminded me of the Artful Dodger and she does also have the same strong-willed character who has a moral compass (of sorts) and a need to look out for others even if they let her down or take her for granted.
The Thief introduces us to some quirky characters. I particularly enjoyed the banter and friendship between Revik and Sevy and am glad this continued despite some tricky moments!! There are a few twists and turns that keeps us guessing and the book is split in 3 parts so perspective changes between characters for the different parts. I liked how we got to see more about Revik's family and culture and how his people feel humans are all negative based on how humans have treated them previously. We see the mix of assumption versus reality and it shows that you really shouldn't judge based on stereotypes or cultural differences.
Can't wait for the next book in the Sevy Series
Her knack for pickpocketing reminded me of the Artful Dodger and she does also have the same strong-willed character who has a moral compass (of sorts) and a need to look out for others even if they let her down or take her for granted.
The Thief introduces us to some quirky characters. I particularly enjoyed the banter and friendship between Revik and Sevy and am glad this continued despite some tricky moments!! There are a few twists and turns that keeps us guessing and the book is split in 3 parts so perspective changes between characters for the different parts. I liked how we got to see more about Revik's family and culture and how his people feel humans are all negative based on how humans have treated them previously. We see the mix of assumption versus reality and it shows that you really shouldn't judge based on stereotypes or cultural differences.
Can't wait for the next book in the Sevy Series
November 26, 2025
The feelings I felt reading this book!
I was a bit confused at first with Sevy, I wasn’t sure how old she was or what relationship would develop between her an Jarro or Revik. But I realized that this was the world and character building we would need for a delightful story.
Let me tell you, I was NOT READY for the direction that this went and it was at that moment I couldn’t put the book down and I FLEW through the second half of the book. There’s magic but it’s not the center stage of this story. We meet elves and dwarves but it’s a subtle infusion into the plot. It gets even more interesting when we find out Reviks story, and let’s just say I am all for a matriarchal society lol.
I ended this book wanting to know more about Sevy and Revik and what would become of them… definitely adding Book 2 (Shades of War) to my list of upcoming reads!!
There’s young love 💗 ,
there’s lost love 💔,
there’s unvoiced feelings 🤐 ,
there’s betrayal 🔪 ,
there’s found family and friends 🏠
there’s a super strong female who’s hot headed and takes nothing from anyone she meets 👑
Thief by @sarahjanelehoux_author should be added to your end of year reads 📕
I was a bit confused at first with Sevy, I wasn’t sure how old she was or what relationship would develop between her an Jarro or Revik. But I realized that this was the world and character building we would need for a delightful story.
Let me tell you, I was NOT READY for the direction that this went and it was at that moment I couldn’t put the book down and I FLEW through the second half of the book. There’s magic but it’s not the center stage of this story. We meet elves and dwarves but it’s a subtle infusion into the plot. It gets even more interesting when we find out Reviks story, and let’s just say I am all for a matriarchal society lol.
I ended this book wanting to know more about Sevy and Revik and what would become of them… definitely adding Book 2 (Shades of War) to my list of upcoming reads!!
There’s young love 💗 ,
there’s lost love 💔,
there’s unvoiced feelings 🤐 ,
there’s betrayal 🔪 ,
there’s found family and friends 🏠
there’s a super strong female who’s hot headed and takes nothing from anyone she meets 👑
Thief by @sarahjanelehoux_author should be added to your end of year reads 📕
December 28, 2020
Thief is a pretty easy read and something that is surprisingly easy to get lost in. The two main characters Sevy and Jarro are really fleshed out out and you get to go through the story through their POVs throughout the book. I really came to like Sevy and how spunky and resourceful she is. Jarro is more of a character that I grew to like as he was just a bit more shallow and there were some questionable or sudden changes in his character but he's still cool. The fist major chunk of the book follows sevy as a teen as she's grouing up on the streets and how she comes to meet and join up with Jarro and his gang. The gang is run more like a family but Jarro has his misgivings about if he even really wants to lead and it leads to some good character development. If you want something that you can read casually in a week then I recommend this book. There are some rough edges here and there but its an overall enjoyable read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 24, 2025
My poor heart. This book was a rollercoaster of emotions and plot turns.
Sevy is such a well thought out character and is perfectly curated for this world she is in. The trials she has gone through even at the beginning of the book makes you instantly feel for her in all the ways possible. Seeing her grow but still be that young girl at the same time made parts of this book really hard to read emotionally.
Revik is such a hoot. When chatting with the author about him and learning that he wasnt initially supposed to be a big character made his role in Sevy's life even more special. If you fall for "Ride or Die" characters - he's your Elf.
Rivals, adventures, first loves, and loss are all jam packed in this book. And I cant wait to continue the adventure.
Sevy is such a well thought out character and is perfectly curated for this world she is in. The trials she has gone through even at the beginning of the book makes you instantly feel for her in all the ways possible. Seeing her grow but still be that young girl at the same time made parts of this book really hard to read emotionally.
Revik is such a hoot. When chatting with the author about him and learning that he wasnt initially supposed to be a big character made his role in Sevy's life even more special. If you fall for "Ride or Die" characters - he's your Elf.
Rivals, adventures, first loves, and loss are all jam packed in this book. And I cant wait to continue the adventure.
September 29, 2023
The story of an orphan, a pickpocket living on the streets of Eloria. Seemingly a nobody, abandoned by everybody.
When she meets a well mannered rich man named Jarro, everything changes. How will he transform her daily life? What secrets lurk behind his facade?
A wonderfully immersive read. A perspective I have rarely stumbled across. The character development was extremely nicely executed. Sevy transforms into a maturer adult, her flaws still present. The books grabbed my attention from page one.
Stylistically I loved the use of metaphors and personifications, it really brought the story to life.
Another positive aspect i noted, is that killing isn’t glorified, thought it is part of the story.
Note: I received this book for free in return for a review. This was part of a instagram book tour.
When she meets a well mannered rich man named Jarro, everything changes. How will he transform her daily life? What secrets lurk behind his facade?
A wonderfully immersive read. A perspective I have rarely stumbled across. The character development was extremely nicely executed. Sevy transforms into a maturer adult, her flaws still present. The books grabbed my attention from page one.
Stylistically I loved the use of metaphors and personifications, it really brought the story to life.
Another positive aspect i noted, is that killing isn’t glorified, thought it is part of the story.
Note: I received this book for free in return for a review. This was part of a instagram book tour.
April 1, 2025
Impeccable writing, unpredictable story, I loved every moment!
I can't say it enough: I love Lehoux's writing and consider it flawless.
I enjoyed every character, built with realness and relatability, living in a fantastical world as disturbing (but perhaps more fun - there are pixies) as our own. I never knew what madness would appear around the next corner, and I couldn't get enough.
Lehoux turns stereotypical gender tropes on their heads, and I loved the feminine violence and rage, coupled with soft, warm, and loving masculinity.
I can't wait to see what trouble Sevy gets into next!
I can't say it enough: I love Lehoux's writing and consider it flawless.
I enjoyed every character, built with realness and relatability, living in a fantastical world as disturbing (but perhaps more fun - there are pixies) as our own. I never knew what madness would appear around the next corner, and I couldn't get enough.
Lehoux turns stereotypical gender tropes on their heads, and I loved the feminine violence and rage, coupled with soft, warm, and loving masculinity.
I can't wait to see what trouble Sevy gets into next!
May 4, 2025
Where to even start?! Sevy is such a strong character. She gives you all the feels you could ever want. Jarro is dreamy and delightful and I wish he was real. Revik needs to be my bff cause he is amazing.
Following Sevy on her journey of life has been so incredible. She went from a poor lonely girl to a strong woman with family.
This was a well thought out story and it tugs and pull on your heart strings. You get to feel very emotion there is to feel while reading the story. The only part of the story that I am stuck on is Trena, where did she go? I want her back just to see how it would play out!!
Following Sevy on her journey of life has been so incredible. She went from a poor lonely girl to a strong woman with family.
This was a well thought out story and it tugs and pull on your heart strings. You get to feel very emotion there is to feel while reading the story. The only part of the story that I am stuck on is Trena, where did she go? I want her back just to see how it would play out!!
September 25, 2023
"Thief" by Sarah-Jane Lehoux is a fantasy delight that breaks the mold. Set in a gritty world, it follows Sevy, a gutsy heroine surviving through theft. Her life takes a twist when she meets Jarro, a charismatic mob boss. Their romance isn't typical, and the story's unpredictability keeps you hooked. The supporting characters and world-building add depth, while the dark undertone is riveting. If you crave a different kind of fantasy, "Thief" is a must-read. It's not your usual romance, but it's a thrilling and unique journey that's hard to put down.
November 29, 2020
Interesting book that spans years. I love this because I feel like there is a lack of these types of novels anymore. I love the world building, the heartbreak, love, and of course, action. You care about the characters and are drawn in by their actions and personalities. Some of the descriptions of the day-to-day aspects can be a little drawn out, but for the most part, it's an excellent novel.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 18, 2025
Thank goodness for road trips 🚗 because this book had me hooked from page one. The banter between the main characters is absolute perfection ✨ and Sevy has the perfect amount of sass 😌🔥 I adore her. The plot twists come out of nowhere in the best way and will have you bingeing the entire book in one sitting 📖😮 6/5 stars from me ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I cannot wait to dive back into this world and see what Sevy does next 💜
May 26, 2020
This is the 1st book I've read written by Sarah-Jane Lehoux; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
August 31, 2023
What a story!
This was quite an Interesting read, one that grows on you as you go. I was immediately taken by the amazing layout and vivid descriptions of events in this book. Sevy what a character. This was truly an interesting read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This was quite an Interesting read, one that grows on you as you go. I was immediately taken by the amazing layout and vivid descriptions of events in this book. Sevy what a character. This was truly an interesting read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 26, 2021
The author does a wonderful job describing the characters and the trials they each have to go through. Definitely page turning and enthralling. Can't wait to learn more in the series.
November 15, 2025
I loved the ending!
A bit slow at the start, but I loved the worldbuilding and magical systems!
I loved that Irea got what was coming to her.
A bit slow at the start, but I loved the worldbuilding and magical systems!
I loved that Irea got what was coming to her.
August 24, 2023
I loved this book with great world building and great characters and a storyline to match. Sevy lives on the streets stealing whatever she can to sell so she can buy food or anything else she needs, her life is very difficult and often dangerous. When Sevy's best friend turns to prostitution to earn her keep she and Sevy part ways but not before Sevy has beaten up her best friend's pimp, Sevy is saved from repercussions by Jarro a handsome stranger. Jarro turns out to be a mob boss who allows Sevy to come work for him and gain his protection. What follows is a thrilling page-turner and a book that is so hard to put down. I have just started reading the second instalment.
September 27, 2012
Thief follows Sevy, a young homeless girl trying to survive by, you guessed it, stealing. Sevy lives in Eloria, a stinking pit of a city inhabited by homeless kids such as herself, prostitutes and gangs. Sevy encounters one of the gang leaders, a young man named Jarro, and after some protesting on his part she is allowed to join his group. Sevy quickly falls in love with Jarro, but just when it seems that he might feel the same way he is mysteriously murdered. Furious, Sevy will stop at nothing to find out who murdered him and make them pay, but when she finds that his murderer is her only hope at possibly having her beloved Jarro back will she be able to go through with her plan, or will she risk everything including her best friend for a chance at happiness that she's never known?
Thief has everything you can possibly want in a fantasy book, from elves and dark elves, to pixies and goddesses your hunger for the supernatural and divine will be more than satiated. Thief is also high on action, with the story rarely slowing down you will be hard-pressed to stop reading even for a minute as you wait for the next breathtaking scene to follow. For those of you who like some romance thrown in with your fantasy fear not, Thief is centered on the growing love between Sevy and Jarro that is intricate and truly beautiful. There is also plenty of violence if that's more your cup of tea, so as you can see there is something in Thief for everyone!
I loved Thief! It's been a while since I have been able to breeze through a book so quickly while simultaneously wanting to linger on the best parts as the story grips me and forces me into Sevy's world. I was easily able to identify with the characters, especially that of Sevy, and I could feel her pain and her loss when Jarro was murdered, so much so that I was actually angry at the author for doing that to her! You know that you've really melded with the story when you are compelled to go berate the author because of an act within the book, and I was certainly so compelled multiple times while reading Thief, not because I wasn't enjoying the book, but because the pain Sevy and the other characters in Thief felt was so very real to me. The characters were beautifully detailed and their emotions wonderfully displayed by the exquisite writing throughout the book.
Another thing that was done very well in Thief was the clean transitions between the points of view of the characters. There were obvious divides and it never felt like I was losing perspective as I entered into another character's consciousness. As each character's emotions were made more clear by seeing things from their point of view it enriched the story and enhanced it, strengthening the connection between the reader and this world.
Though the direction the plot went had me screaming in frustration along with Sevy, and feeling her deep sadness as well, it was very well done. I thoroughly enjoyed Thief and am very excited to dive into Shades of War. The ending of Thief was unexpected and I was just as shocked as the characters within as to how it unfolded. This for me is a must read, I recommend it to fantasy lovers in particular, but also to any reader who enjoys a wonderful story.
Complaints: Why did Jarro have to die darn you Sarah-Jane! I'm kidding, if anything I only wished it was longer so I could have enjoyed even more of Sevy's world. :)
Recommendation: What are you waiting for? Buy it now!
Rating: 5/5
Thief has everything you can possibly want in a fantasy book, from elves and dark elves, to pixies and goddesses your hunger for the supernatural and divine will be more than satiated. Thief is also high on action, with the story rarely slowing down you will be hard-pressed to stop reading even for a minute as you wait for the next breathtaking scene to follow. For those of you who like some romance thrown in with your fantasy fear not, Thief is centered on the growing love between Sevy and Jarro that is intricate and truly beautiful. There is also plenty of violence if that's more your cup of tea, so as you can see there is something in Thief for everyone!
I loved Thief! It's been a while since I have been able to breeze through a book so quickly while simultaneously wanting to linger on the best parts as the story grips me and forces me into Sevy's world. I was easily able to identify with the characters, especially that of Sevy, and I could feel her pain and her loss when Jarro was murdered, so much so that I was actually angry at the author for doing that to her! You know that you've really melded with the story when you are compelled to go berate the author because of an act within the book, and I was certainly so compelled multiple times while reading Thief, not because I wasn't enjoying the book, but because the pain Sevy and the other characters in Thief felt was so very real to me. The characters were beautifully detailed and their emotions wonderfully displayed by the exquisite writing throughout the book.
Another thing that was done very well in Thief was the clean transitions between the points of view of the characters. There were obvious divides and it never felt like I was losing perspective as I entered into another character's consciousness. As each character's emotions were made more clear by seeing things from their point of view it enriched the story and enhanced it, strengthening the connection between the reader and this world.
Though the direction the plot went had me screaming in frustration along with Sevy, and feeling her deep sadness as well, it was very well done. I thoroughly enjoyed Thief and am very excited to dive into Shades of War. The ending of Thief was unexpected and I was just as shocked as the characters within as to how it unfolded. This for me is a must read, I recommend it to fantasy lovers in particular, but also to any reader who enjoys a wonderful story.
Complaints: Why did Jarro have to die darn you Sarah-Jane! I'm kidding, if anything I only wished it was longer so I could have enjoyed even more of Sevy's world. :)
Recommendation: What are you waiting for? Buy it now!
Rating: 5/5
February 22, 2013
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Reviewer's Note: Well guys, this is the first book in Sarah-Jane Lehoux's Sevy series. I will be reviewing the third book, Masquerade, on March 6th, so I think it's best if 'yall go read this book first!!! Then you'll be fangirling when you read my review in March~
This book is one of the few books that captured my attention from the very start. Even rarer, it's one of the few books that captured my attention while being set in an alternate world/dimension/country. I usually hate starting to read those books because of all the new terminology I have to learn, etc. This book was different.
Well, let's start with the terminology and culture. This book is set in Eloria, with fantasy species, such as dark elves and dwarves, etc. When I first came across the term 'dark eleves' in this book, I had no idea what it was, and got so curious, it was quite irritating. I loved how Lehoux twisted our conceptions of elves around and made them different. Elves were not one race; rather there were different races of elves! It's different, but familiar at the same time, and so, I didn't feel so out of place and confused.
I really can't fault this book at all. I love Sevy's character, I really do. She keeps strong although she has lost so much. She is the epitome of what protagonists in books should be. If only there were more books out there with such a strong, courageous and fearless protagonists!
I loved the plot of the book. I loved how it was set out in three parts; the first part really setting out the basis of the story, the second part intensifying everything up, being all dramatic and making me feel all jumbled up and the last part was just so action-packed!!!! When people say that books are like a rollercoaster, well they are talking about books like these.
This book has garnered a 5 out of 5 star rating from me. Any book that keeps me hooked throughout will get such a high rating from me. I'm not a person who procrastinates usually, but this book kept drawing me back in, and I kept thinking about it, even when I was supposed to work. I can't wait to be able to read the next book, 'Shades of War' soon! Just as soon as I get more books on my pile out of the way... Sigh...
Reviewer's Note: Well guys, this is the first book in Sarah-Jane Lehoux's Sevy series. I will be reviewing the third book, Masquerade, on March 6th, so I think it's best if 'yall go read this book first!!! Then you'll be fangirling when you read my review in March~
This book is one of the few books that captured my attention from the very start. Even rarer, it's one of the few books that captured my attention while being set in an alternate world/dimension/country. I usually hate starting to read those books because of all the new terminology I have to learn, etc. This book was different.
Well, let's start with the terminology and culture. This book is set in Eloria, with fantasy species, such as dark elves and dwarves, etc. When I first came across the term 'dark eleves' in this book, I had no idea what it was, and got so curious, it was quite irritating. I loved how Lehoux twisted our conceptions of elves around and made them different. Elves were not one race; rather there were different races of elves! It's different, but familiar at the same time, and so, I didn't feel so out of place and confused.
I really can't fault this book at all. I love Sevy's character, I really do. She keeps strong although she has lost so much. She is the epitome of what protagonists in books should be. If only there were more books out there with such a strong, courageous and fearless protagonists!
I loved the plot of the book. I loved how it was set out in three parts; the first part really setting out the basis of the story, the second part intensifying everything up, being all dramatic and making me feel all jumbled up and the last part was just so action-packed!!!! When people say that books are like a rollercoaster, well they are talking about books like these.
This book has garnered a 5 out of 5 star rating from me. Any book that keeps me hooked throughout will get such a high rating from me. I'm not a person who procrastinates usually, but this book kept drawing me back in, and I kept thinking about it, even when I was supposed to work. I can't wait to be able to read the next book, 'Shades of War' soon! Just as soon as I get more books on my pile out of the way... Sigh...
August 20, 2013
If you ever love Arya Stark, you gotta love Sevy. "Thief" began with a story of teenage Sevy live together with her friend Trena inside a stable in the city of Eloria. Its a hard life for children living in city where girls sell their bodies or living a criminal life. Then fate lead her to Jarro, a young man who lead one of the city's notorious criminal gang who save her and was kind to Sevy. She fall in love with him but he never seem to notice her and instead he was occupied by the beautiful elf, Irea. But things never went as it should be. Interestingly enough it took until the middle of the book that everything in the blurb happen and yes, its painful as it sound.
Sevy is a very enjoyable character and somewhat mysterious. She's determined, crass, intuitive and also bad ass. In the unforgiving environment she's in, against all odds Sevy survive only to lost things she hold dear to her. The story is quite dark even when the first part held the vein of most YA Fantasy and reminded me of Tamora Pierce's Allana series. The worldbuilding was quite minimal for a fantasy but recognizable enough with its own cultures, religion, magic, politics and its magical creatures that held some realism. Sort of like Skyrim. In fact, Eloria have some similarities with Winterhold with Dark Elves at the bad part of the city and the Nords racism with the elves and of course, the crimes.
Although there's some awkward phrases and weird use of words but most of it aren't distracting. There were some moments inside like prostitution, polygamy, incest and rape which added a dark vein in this book and does enhance the storylines by realism and its struggles but it can be offensive to casual immature readers. That does sound like Game of Thrones right? But GRR Martin uses these elements for shock and titillating the audience while women authors tend to be more subtle and at times thought-provoking while tackling the issue. I understand Sevy's frustration with Trena and there were moments with character selling their body made me cringe but at its core, it does not skimp at the reality of it and how woman are being treated. Overall, the story is very well-written, well-edited and enjoyable even if it's a self-pub.
Sevy is a very enjoyable character and somewhat mysterious. She's determined, crass, intuitive and also bad ass. In the unforgiving environment she's in, against all odds Sevy survive only to lost things she hold dear to her. The story is quite dark even when the first part held the vein of most YA Fantasy and reminded me of Tamora Pierce's Allana series. The worldbuilding was quite minimal for a fantasy but recognizable enough with its own cultures, religion, magic, politics and its magical creatures that held some realism. Sort of like Skyrim. In fact, Eloria have some similarities with Winterhold with Dark Elves at the bad part of the city and the Nords racism with the elves and of course, the crimes.
Although there's some awkward phrases and weird use of words but most of it aren't distracting. There were some moments inside like prostitution, polygamy, incest and rape which added a dark vein in this book and does enhance the storylines by realism and its struggles but it can be offensive to casual immature readers. That does sound like Game of Thrones right? But GRR Martin uses these elements for shock and titillating the audience while women authors tend to be more subtle and at times thought-provoking while tackling the issue. I understand Sevy's frustration with Trena and there were moments with character selling their body made me cringe but at its core, it does not skimp at the reality of it and how woman are being treated. Overall, the story is very well-written, well-edited and enjoyable even if it's a self-pub.
October 9, 2014
Thief is one of those books that grab your attention from the very first page and you cannot keep yourself from imagining what will follow next. The plot is simple, life of street children is captured most truthfully from stealing food and clothing, to saving themselves from getting caught by the officials or becoming prey to pimps or gangsters.
The story is easy to follow and the whole city of Eloria comes alive in front of your eyes. Sarah did a wonderful job in painting the whole city from its high society markets to the dark and scary neighborhood of the Bloody Heart. Right at the beginning of the story, we get to meet our fearless and headstrong heroine Sevy. Being a young female on the streets, she fights loneliness until she finds Jarro and discovers a fraternity whom she could call her family.
Love and jealousy find their way into Sevy’s life as she blossoms under the careful watch of her benefactors, Jarro and Revik, learning the ways to become a better thief and a good fighter. The story is wonderfully developed with all kinds of pixies, dwarfs, and elfs, light elfs with dark hearts and dark elfs with beautiful souls, and of course the demon that lurks in the shadow and feeds on blood. It is an unpredictable story that kept me on the edge and rooted till the very end.
In the last chapter, I admit I was sometimes put off by the detailed description of the surroundings or flashbacks of the demon, especially in the middle of action taking place somewhere else in the story. It not only felt out of place but also made me skim through it. Although I agree it was interesting and vital for the overall plot had it been described at some other part of the story.
There is a lot of violence and gore in the story, murders in cold blood, gang-wars and the sort. But all these fighting scenes are fabricated into the plot and remain true to the overall setting of the plot. There are no unnecessary descriptions or depictions and the story flows smoothly. I did not realize when I reached the end of the book and how invested I was into the characters until it finished … ‘cold turkey’.
The story is easy to follow and the whole city of Eloria comes alive in front of your eyes. Sarah did a wonderful job in painting the whole city from its high society markets to the dark and scary neighborhood of the Bloody Heart. Right at the beginning of the story, we get to meet our fearless and headstrong heroine Sevy. Being a young female on the streets, she fights loneliness until she finds Jarro and discovers a fraternity whom she could call her family.
Love and jealousy find their way into Sevy’s life as she blossoms under the careful watch of her benefactors, Jarro and Revik, learning the ways to become a better thief and a good fighter. The story is wonderfully developed with all kinds of pixies, dwarfs, and elfs, light elfs with dark hearts and dark elfs with beautiful souls, and of course the demon that lurks in the shadow and feeds on blood. It is an unpredictable story that kept me on the edge and rooted till the very end.
In the last chapter, I admit I was sometimes put off by the detailed description of the surroundings or flashbacks of the demon, especially in the middle of action taking place somewhere else in the story. It not only felt out of place but also made me skim through it. Although I agree it was interesting and vital for the overall plot had it been described at some other part of the story.
There is a lot of violence and gore in the story, murders in cold blood, gang-wars and the sort. But all these fighting scenes are fabricated into the plot and remain true to the overall setting of the plot. There are no unnecessary descriptions or depictions and the story flows smoothly. I did not realize when I reached the end of the book and how invested I was into the characters until it finished … ‘cold turkey’.
February 10, 2025
Thief is a study in human resilience, an exploration of trauma and the various coping mechanisms people employ to bear the weight of their experiences. At the same time, the author also manages to craft an intriguing world populated with its own cities, cultures and mythologies. The world crafting is organic, and rather than laboriously instructing, it simply pulls you in and puts you in the middle of it all. As you read, you are drawn into the world and become immersed in the people and places so that you are always hungering to learn more, to get a deeper look.
This was a book I couldn’t put down both times I read it, and even though I knew what was coming the second time around, I was equally as intrigued and invested as the first time around. The characters come alive, they are imperfect, not the too-good-to-be-true moral heroes of more predictable tales. They make mistakes, they hurt each other, they say and do things they regret, but they learn, they grow, albeit painfully. It’s a masterfully realistic depiction of true spiritual, emotional and mental growth, which is always messy, often awkward and dammit, it hurts!
This isn’t a story of fairytale happy endings, this is a story that is more like real life, not always happy, not always rainbows and kittens. More likely to be full of pain, disappointment and regret, and yet at the same time, beneath all of that there is warmth, love, perseverance in the face of the great tragedy of existence.
Thief shows us how even if we have everything we had hoped for in life stolen from us, we still have something, we still have potential and worth even if we don’t quite see it at first. Sevy is not afraid to fight back against life’s cruelty. We could all learn to harness that resilience in our own selves to get us through. If you are looking to take a journey of self discovery in a well-written and well-crafted world, pick up a copy of Thief and enjoy the ride. Just remember, life is a bitch and so is Sevy, don’t expect otherwise!
This was a book I couldn’t put down both times I read it, and even though I knew what was coming the second time around, I was equally as intrigued and invested as the first time around. The characters come alive, they are imperfect, not the too-good-to-be-true moral heroes of more predictable tales. They make mistakes, they hurt each other, they say and do things they regret, but they learn, they grow, albeit painfully. It’s a masterfully realistic depiction of true spiritual, emotional and mental growth, which is always messy, often awkward and dammit, it hurts!
This isn’t a story of fairytale happy endings, this is a story that is more like real life, not always happy, not always rainbows and kittens. More likely to be full of pain, disappointment and regret, and yet at the same time, beneath all of that there is warmth, love, perseverance in the face of the great tragedy of existence.
Thief shows us how even if we have everything we had hoped for in life stolen from us, we still have something, we still have potential and worth even if we don’t quite see it at first. Sevy is not afraid to fight back against life’s cruelty. We could all learn to harness that resilience in our own selves to get us through. If you are looking to take a journey of self discovery in a well-written and well-crafted world, pick up a copy of Thief and enjoy the ride. Just remember, life is a bitch and so is Sevy, don’t expect otherwise!
May 4, 2013
(Originally posted on http://www.theyalitchick.blogspot.com)
First of all, I will start out by saying that I am very excited to be a part of the book tour for this series, because I fell in love with the novel from page one. It is an absolutely stunning adventure of a story and I could not have asked for more.
The story starts out with Sevy, a wonderfully sassy and tough sixteen year old orphan who is just trying to survive. Her voice is real, and she is very easy to connect to and you can really feel emotionally attached to her. On a few separate occasions, she meets Jarro, a kind but tough hunk-of-a-man. (Their interactions in the beginning are probably my favorite part. Heartwarming and hilarious, I could not get enough!) Sevy learns that Jarro is the head of a gang and eventually convinces him to let her join. (There is a lot more to the story, but if you remember what I said before, I don't want to ruin anything.)
However, this story takes place in an entirely new world that Lehoux creates. From the elegant upper class to the orphans on the streets, stealing from marketplaces, to elves and demons and magic, the setting just makes the story even more beautiful.
The novel also takes place in different time spans, with eight years passing between the first and second part and two years passing between the second and the third. I felt that this really adds to the reading experience. Personally, I felt as if I lived through all of the days in the story, and really got emotionally attached to it. (Which may have evoked some yelling and tears, but hey. That's a beautiful thing. As long as you are in the comfort of your own bedroom.) I fell deep into Sevy's world, and I cannot say I want to get out anytime soon.
Different characters string together the plots of the story, adding up to one beautiful masterpiece. I'm sure you will fall in love with Thief, as I did. I am very excited to continue with the series.
First of all, I will start out by saying that I am very excited to be a part of the book tour for this series, because I fell in love with the novel from page one. It is an absolutely stunning adventure of a story and I could not have asked for more.
The story starts out with Sevy, a wonderfully sassy and tough sixteen year old orphan who is just trying to survive. Her voice is real, and she is very easy to connect to and you can really feel emotionally attached to her. On a few separate occasions, she meets Jarro, a kind but tough hunk-of-a-man. (Their interactions in the beginning are probably my favorite part. Heartwarming and hilarious, I could not get enough!) Sevy learns that Jarro is the head of a gang and eventually convinces him to let her join. (There is a lot more to the story, but if you remember what I said before, I don't want to ruin anything.)
However, this story takes place in an entirely new world that Lehoux creates. From the elegant upper class to the orphans on the streets, stealing from marketplaces, to elves and demons and magic, the setting just makes the story even more beautiful.
The novel also takes place in different time spans, with eight years passing between the first and second part and two years passing between the second and the third. I felt that this really adds to the reading experience. Personally, I felt as if I lived through all of the days in the story, and really got emotionally attached to it. (Which may have evoked some yelling and tears, but hey. That's a beautiful thing. As long as you are in the comfort of your own bedroom.) I fell deep into Sevy's world, and I cannot say I want to get out anytime soon.
Different characters string together the plots of the story, adding up to one beautiful masterpiece. I'm sure you will fall in love with Thief, as I did. I am very excited to continue with the series.
February 17, 2011
(Received this book for free as a GoodReads giveaway.)
Let me start this review with the cons, so that I might end on a positive note.
As I see it, this book has three big flaws. The first being that I felt the stage wasn't set properly. The story takes place in an entirely new world, which was certainly intriguing, but I couldn't get a very good picture of it in my mind because I felt like there wasn't much to go on, especially in the beginning. The second flaw, and probably the biggest as far as I'm concerned, is that the third and final Part of the book feels like it came completely out of the blue. And I don't mean in that satisfying, I-didn't-see-that-coming! sort of way. It was more that the story up until then seemed a bit aimless (albeit enjoyable) and then all of a sudden The Big Plan becomes clear and you feel a bit blindsided. My last big bone to pick, and this is not the fault of the author I suppose, is that the cover is atrocious. It looks like a cheap old Playstation game cover. Not enticing whatsoever. I really hated the font used inside the book, too. It was distracting and looked really bizarre.
All that being said, I did in fact enjoy the book. The synopsis gives you the impression that Sevy is the main character, but I feel like it was more of a threeway split between Sevy, Jarro, and Revik. All of whom were fabulous characters (Revik was my favorite). And it was very easy to get into and moved along quite nicely. I'm also looking forward to reading more about dark elves in the upcoming sequel.
Let me start this review with the cons, so that I might end on a positive note.
As I see it, this book has three big flaws. The first being that I felt the stage wasn't set properly. The story takes place in an entirely new world, which was certainly intriguing, but I couldn't get a very good picture of it in my mind because I felt like there wasn't much to go on, especially in the beginning. The second flaw, and probably the biggest as far as I'm concerned, is that the third and final Part of the book feels like it came completely out of the blue. And I don't mean in that satisfying, I-didn't-see-that-coming! sort of way. It was more that the story up until then seemed a bit aimless (albeit enjoyable) and then all of a sudden The Big Plan becomes clear and you feel a bit blindsided. My last big bone to pick, and this is not the fault of the author I suppose, is that the cover is atrocious. It looks like a cheap old Playstation game cover. Not enticing whatsoever. I really hated the font used inside the book, too. It was distracting and looked really bizarre.
All that being said, I did in fact enjoy the book. The synopsis gives you the impression that Sevy is the main character, but I feel like it was more of a threeway split between Sevy, Jarro, and Revik. All of whom were fabulous characters (Revik was my favorite). And it was very easy to get into and moved along quite nicely. I'm also looking forward to reading more about dark elves in the upcoming sequel.
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