I was first drawn in by this gorgeous cover, and then the description. It was the dark vibe but you just *know * there is going to be just enough sweet moments sprinkled in to balance everything out.
I was immediately impressed with the writing. Sometimes third person can feel clunky, but not in this case! I was halfway through the book in no time—I could not put it down. The author’s voice is smooth, letting the story shine through.
The story is unique, but with the atmosphere of some of my favorite manhwa combined with the elements I love to find in fantasy novels. The slow burn forbidden love is just…. *chef’s kiss* and the character development was perfect, while their personal histories gave them more depth.
I’m both happy (because there will be more!) and “upset“ (because I have to wait) that it ends on a cliffhanger.
This is the fantasy book I’ve been craving for all year!

Title: Healer to the Broken King by Avie Adams
Genre: Romantasy
Pub Date: July 15, 2024

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✨️ Mythology Retelling
🐍 Temple Healer FMC
🍃 Dual POV
🗡 Forced Proximity
✨️ Forbidden Love
🐍 Destructive Secrets

My Review:

Calliste has undergone many trials in her nine years to be inducted into the Sisterhood and the day has finally come, but the ceremony is interrupted by King Theron who insists she must come to his palace immediately to heal his son who hasn't awoke in six weeks. Theron and Calliste grow closer during the journey to the castle, but Calliste is to be a priestess so nothing can come from the infatuation.

Came for the pretty cover and the promise of some Greek mythology, stayed for the forbidden love, and to see what happens to Kalias! Both Calliste and Theron have their secrets, and neither are willing to share, I'm nosey, so I want to know too. The cliffhanger is brutal! I love a good forbidden love/slow burn. This one took a little bit for me to get into, but I really loved it! I can't wait to read book 2!!

Thank you so much, NetGalley and the sweet author, for the digital review copy ❣️

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I loved this book so much! the world building and the plot was amazing and well thought out.
I loved the greek references were spot on.

**Review: "Healer of the Broken King"**

"Healer of the Broken King" was an amazing read! With its adult characters, rich fantasy setting, and a captivating storyline, it had me hooked from the start.

Calliste was on the brink of being vowed into her priesthood when her long-held dream was suddenly disturbed by none other than the king himself. After nine years of dedication and hard work, she is torn from her path by King Theron, who desperately needs her help to save his son. As she grapples with this new reality, old nightmares and her past life come rushing back to haunt her.

King Theron is on his last straw, doing everything he can to save his son. But in a world where gods and goddesses manipulate mortals like puppets, there is much more at play than meets the eye.

I loved the depth of the story, particularly how the main characters, Calliste and Theron, are older and very adult, each with a haunting backstory that adds layers of complexity to their personalities and motivations.

I am eagerly looking forward to book 2!

A discovery of romantasy with Greek vibes that I devoured

I was lucky enough to have this book in ARC ... And now I regret it because the wait is going to be even longer for the second book ><

I didn't know this author at all but this book attracted me because it had three of my favorite tropes : the single father, the "royal" and Greek mythology !

And I DEVOURED it in one night !!

What I particularly liked :

- the universe draws its originality from the fact that it uses many references to Greek mythology (notably the gods) (and for people like me who grew up with Percy Jackson it was GREAT !) by adapting it to fantasy and with a more developed touch (I loved the discovery and all the details of the Underworld !)

- the multiple plots which intrigued me a lot. For this first book, it is mainly the basics that are laid but we have a lot of questions and clues which suggest that things are much more complex than we think (hello Hypnos xD)

- the characters to whom I quickly became attached ! Special mention of course for Calliste who has a horrible past but who is such a strong and human character who was able to rebuild herself and assert herself (I particularly liked the way she does not hesitate to assert her opinion even in front of other more influential people !) And of course, Theron so tormented by everything that happened to him and which greatly influences his present actions ...

- Romance ! I really liked seeing the two characters "poke" each other, confront each other and then finally succumb in order to take three steps back >< No sex scene here but a lot of fantasies which suggest much more spicy scenes for the future =) (and I love the comparison with the nymph =D)

- THIS END !! I can't wait for the next book, I have too many questions >< (especially this damn paper !!)

In short, a romantasy with Greek vibes that I read with pleasure ! I recommend it to all fans of Greek mythology and fantasy (especially those who liked the Tainted Accords by Kelly St-Clare !)

This book omg!?! The magic, the gods and the world building were superb. Our poor FMC is so self deprecating its a shame, she’s been through so much and she always strives to help. There seems to be a lot of distrust and secrets between her and the MMC, I feel like the side characters (MMC’s guard/captain) are making things worse in this aspect.

The ending though was wild!!!! Book 2 will be so good and I hope it expands on the FMC’s interactions with her guide and ally cause that took a possessive turn that I think will be destructive for the MMC in ways we wont expect.