A review by kmgundy
Spy's Mask by Frost Kay

3.0

It still kind of bothers me that I’m going into these stories without trigger warnings and feel the need to add them to my reviews. I personally don’t need the TW, but if you’re going into these stories with hopes of a wonderful, easy fantasy read and don’t anticipate the topics, it’s jarring. Sexual assault, PTSD, r@pe all included in this story- so be mindful.
Another Aermian Feuds book, probably the least exciting of them all. This book set up information, gave our characters a (mostly) happy period that’s well deserved. War is coming, and Sage, Tehl, Sam, and the lot are figuring out how to take on the Warlord. We are also introduced to some new characters- ones that I am intrigued by and liking the new perspectives.
I do like how quick of a read these books are, and though there are a heavier set of topics covered in the plot, I’ve more or less enjoyed them. There isn’t so much of a plot that I feel confused, and the way the books have been divided feels natural.
Probably not my favorite fantasy series- the world feels half built at this point as the author tries to build it for us with allies and war and mythical creatures that don’t necessarily fit. I’ll still likely finish the series, as I am interested to see how the plot continues to twist with the newer additions and the plans that have been built by our protagonists.