4.5 stars rounded up. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…If it is Viking-like with fantasy aspects, I’ll read it and I’ll read it again. This was great. Fingers crossed the author pushes out book 2 as soon as possible.

Thank you to Netgalley and M.A. Brown for the alc.

I already loved this as an arc, and couldn't resist applying for the alc. The narrator did a great job. Since I'd already read it once, it was easy for me to understand the beginning the 2nd time.

The story was just as intriguing the 2nd time. It had a lyrical quality that pulled me in, and I found myself wanting to keep going just for the prose alone.

Despite my mixed feelings, I’m genuinely excited for the sequel and can’t wait to see where the story goes next.

Oh wow, 🌸✨ The Seventh Sister is like stepping into a fairy-tale dream with a dark, enchanting twist that will sweep you off your feet! 🌙💕 From the moment you dive into Ertha’s world, you’re transported to a lush, vividly imagined land where magic whispers through every shadow and secret. 📖🔥 The setting is so beautifully immersive, it feels like wandering through an enchanted forest, full of wonder and peril, with a touch of classic romantasy vibes that make your heart flutter. 🏰💖

Ertha, a True Healer, is such a compelling protagonist — brave, kind, and deeply human, even as she finds herself caught in a tangled web of political intrigue and dangerous secrets. 🌿🕸️ Her kidnapping from the tranquil Selenyss Temple feels like a cruel twist of fate, thrusting her into a world where nothing is quite what it seems. The dark shores of the enemy kingdom loom ominously, yet they are also filled with unspoken promises and hidden truths waiting to be uncovered.

The characters are absolutely captivating — the legendary Sons of Uther, with their mysterious air and dangerous allure, and the second in command, whose otherworldly presence hints at depths unknown. 🥀🛡️ Then there’s the soldier she healed, whose fierce vow to protect her adds a tender yet tense layer to the story. Their relationships are so delicately crafted, balancing trust and suspicion, tenderness and danger, making every page a rollercoaster of emotions. 💓

The story’s pace is absolutely perfect — fast enough to keep your heart racing, yet rich with atmospheric detail and poetic prose that make every scene feel like a spellbinding tableau. ✨🖤 As secrets are revealed and powerful entities pull the strings of her destiny, Ertha must confront not only the dark truths of her world but also the shadows within herself. It’s a journey of self-discovery wrapped in a cloak of mystery, magic, and romance. 🔮💫

If you love stories like The Witcher, with that mix of fairy-tale magic, Viking mythos, and dark romantic fantasy, this book is a true gem. 🌟🌿 It’s an epic adventure that will make your heart ache and soar at the same time — a beautifully woven tale of love, betrayal, and destiny. 💖🌙