A review by stephjayne4_reads
Trial of Bronze and Blood by M.K. Deoradhán

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A fantasy unlike any I’ve read. A lot of times fantasies blur together for me because they are very similar, but this was a breath of fresh air. Gladiators, Italian coastal setting, political unrest, a dash of romance, AND trials? Honestly, say less 😂

Marcus is the right hand to the king of Anziano and Dru is brought to the island to help train the king for the upcoming trials. Anziano is one of the few republics that have evaded colonization from the Imperium, but their involvement in the trials could change all that.

The twists at the end and the cliffhanger have me anxiously awaiting book 2! We also get a taste for the magic system, which I’m excited to learn more about.

Highly recommend!
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