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Review

5 heartwrenching stars

Just… wow. Devney Perry has delivered an incredible read—an emotional romantic fantasy that captivated me from start to finish. It’s been a while since a book has hit me this hard, and I’m still feeling the emotional hangover. With epic moments and all the feels, this is an amazing read and a fave for 2026.

The follow-up to the fabulous Shield of Sparrows, this book picks up immediately where the first left off, taking us back to the world of Calandra and the journey of Princess Odessa, married off to a foreign prince in her political role as the ‘Sparrow’.

In the previous book, we watched Odessa shine as she embraced her adventure, found her strength, and fell in love. Now, she is reeling from a devastating attack and separated from the man she loves, desperately searching for her way back to him. We follow her journey across the continent as she encounters new friends and allies, battles monsters, and protects the little girl who has come to mean so much to her.

At the same time, a second storyline unfolds as we’re introduced to Caspia. Her brave journey to Calandra, driven by vengeance, leads her on an incredible path to discover who she is meant to be. The two stories are woven together brilliantly, and I was completely invested in both Odessa and Caspia, their journeys, and the incredible men in their lives bringing us two heart-pounding romances that had me swooning.

“I love you.”
“Yes, you do. Don’t forget.”

The story twists and turns with magic, monsters, mysterious visions, and hidden secrets, all slowly revealed to bring more depth to the world and hint at what’s to come. I was obsessed with it all. My heart was pounding and I was desperate to keep reading, but at the same time I didn’t want to get to the end. It’s so cleverly crafted, a rollercoaster of emotion, and I couldn’t get enough.

“To the bottom of the ravine, my heart.” He framed my face with his hands. “To the ends of the realm.”

We learn so much more about this world, and the book leaves us perfectly poised for the third and final instalment. I cannot wait to see how it’s all going to end.

I finished this book emotionally wrecked, but revelled in the feelings, the romance, and the intricate brilliance of the story. Books like this are why I love to read.

5 stars.

I listened to this as an audiobook, narrated by Samantha Brentmoor, Jason Clarke, and Megan Wicks, and they all do an incredible job. The emotion they put into their performances took this story to the next level. And the fact that I didn’t have to physically read meant I could just sit and let the tears flow, which was an unexpected bonus.

 

Shield of Sparrows

 

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About the Author

Devney is the USA Today bestselling author of the Jamison Valley series. She lives in Montana with her husband and two children. After working in the technology industry for nearly a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to enjoy a slower pace at home with her kids. She loves reading and, after consuming hundreds of books, decided to share her own stories. Devney loves hearing from readers!  Connect with her on social media.

 

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