First Line Friday 56 || Asian-Inspired Dark Fantasy

Posted June 19, 2020 by Sammie in #amreading, Book Beginnings, First Line Friday, Friday 56 / 11 Comments

It’s time to play “guess that book” and also watch our TBRs weep.

Book Beginnings is hosted by Rose City Reader and is all about the first line of a current/upcoming read. Friday 56 is a meme hosted by Freda’s Voice, where you turn to page 56 (or 56%) in what you’re reading a find a snippet that jumps out at you.

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First Lines



The earth is black with last night’s rain—a perfect morning for shadows.
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56% Snippet



“Unfortunately, barring outright war, I’m honor bound to unite our Houses, one way or another.”

My brows lift a fraction at the admission that only war would sever his engagement. A slip due to arrogance, or a deliberate remark?

“Is that so?” I ask. “And, in your opinion, how likely is out-right war?”

“Are you worried?”

“Should I be?”
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Book Reveal



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Forest of Souls

Sirscha Ashwyn comes from nothing, but she’s intent on becoming something. After years of training to become the queen’s next royal spy, her plans are derailed when shamans attack and kill her best friend Saengo.

And then Sirscha, somehow, restores Saengo to life.

Unveiled as the first soulguide in living memory, Sirscha is summoned to the domain of the Spider King. For centuries, he has used his influence over the Dead Wood—an ancient forest possessed by souls—to enforce peace between the kingdoms. Now, with the trees growing wild and untamed, only a soulguide can restrain them. As war looms, Sirscha must master her newly awakened abilities before the trees shatter the brittle peace, or worse, claim Saengo, the friend she would die for.



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Reasons to Read



✿ Gorgeous Asian-inspired setting.
✿ Vivid descriptions that transport you to this world.
✿ Hella fierce cover, okay? Okay. It had to be said.
✿ Some creepy dark fantasy vibes.
✿ A brutal, unforgiving world that seems like a ton of fun.
✿ Badass protagonist who can handle herself … mostly … sometimes …
✿ Okay, look, life is difficult, and she’s doing her best.

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