Although I think there was a great story there, I did think that the writing needed more maturing. I wasn't very immersed and just wanted more from the characters, plot, and worldbuilding. It was a great story and I loved the concept, I just wish that it was better executed.
I didn't feel the need to DNF this book and it was worth reading to the end, but I don't see myself chatting about it to fellow readers, nor would I go around recommending it. I would be interested in reading more from G.J. Terral though, as I do see potential there.

Also, just a personal preference, I didn't like that the book wasn't available on epub version. This made it difficult to read and I was slightly annoyed that I couldnt download it onto my kindle Although I would never let that jeopardize my star rating of a book, it is definately something that I want to note for future reference. Especially with the majority of readers converting to ereaders now.

Thank you to NetGalley, Gregory Terral, and IBPA for the opportunity to read and review the eARC for Bloodwoven!

The story takes you to another place. Another realm of possibilities. Walk in the foot steps of our leading Lady. Enjoy her triumphs. Hold your breath in a tense moment. And turn the page!

An action-packed read with an interesting world-building! I'm intrigued to see where the story is going to go in future installments.

An action-packed story full of dramatic duels and chases, surprising plot twists and moral dilemmas.

Lindel thinks he knows what's right - protecting innocents - and what's wrong - corrupt, twisted mages. But a job gone wrong and one helping hand from a mage later, he starts to question everything he believed in. Are mages really as irredeemable as he's been taught? Is the system he served really so righteous, only concerned with well-being of its citizens?

Branded a heretic and outlaw by the organization he served, he must find new allies if he wants to survive, and in doing so, he might entangle himself in a much bigger political intrigue than he expected.

I enjoyed the story, and the author can balance action, worldbuilding and character development in well-mixed proportions. The prose was smooth to read and reminiscent of classic fantasy vibes. The characters were distinct and interesting, I found the main cast relatable and the villains sufficiently villainous. We get glimpses of the wider religious and political worldbuilding which I expect will be expanded upon further in the series.

Can't wait to see where the author takes this story further.