Yes, finally something different! The Myaun and Darka friendship was hands down the best part of the story. But I’m 100% invested in all the characters and their stories. I feel like I did not get enough and I need more answers, there must be a sequel ASAP! It took me a while to warm up to some of the characters, I didn’t particularly enjoy the mean spirited banter between siblings in the beginning. That was my only complaint and I’m still giving it 5 stars because I loved the rest of the story so much.

Thank you so much NetGalley for connecting me with this author and supplying this wonderful ARC!

Evata’s Bloodline by Anka Kochet is a dark fantasy that blends magic, grief, and complicated sibling relationships.

The story follows three siblings bound by a blood oath that ties their lives together—if one of them dies, the other two will die as well. After their father is killed by the undead, they are forced to leave their familiar surroundings and begin a new life in another city where they start to understand that necromancers and the light-touched live very different ways of life.

The sibling dynamic is one of the most interesting parts of the story. Their relationship is rocky at times, which makes their bond feel realistic. The two older twins are necromancers, while their younger sister is light-touched, creating a strong contrast in their powers and perspectives.

As they adjust to their new life, the siblings begin forming friendships and connections in unexpected places while trying to understand their place in this new environment.

The book is written in third-person perspective, which took me a little time to get used to, but that ultimately comes down to personal preference.

By the end, the story leaves several unanswered questions, setting up intrigue for what might come next.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for the opportunity to read and review this book!
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