In a cutthroat world, you have to stay vigilant. Fie knows this all to well.
In this book, there are a series of castes. It ranges from the Phoenixes, to the Splendid Caste, to the Hunting Caste, to the Common Caste. At the very bottom of all the castes is the Crows. The Plague is consuming all of Sabor, and the Crows are the only ones who can help prevent the spread. This is done by cutting the sinner’s throats and burning the infected bodies. The Crows are also the only ones who can use the bones, specifically teeth, of the dead to use their magic.
Fie is the daughter of Pa, one of the Crow Chiefs. Her group is called by a plague beacon to the palace to cut the throats of two boys. They go, and Fie demands a larger price from the palace for the boys, and receives a bag of Phoenix teeth. The tale goes one from there, leaving many twists and ideas behind.
I thought this book was a stunning example of how societies can be twisted. It sets up prejudice based on birth in a very good way, and also adds an element of magic and glamor. The way Fie’s character is written is relatable while also unique, and her actions and emotions are easily traced to one’s own. Pa is a nurturing character, and the plot twists that go with him and the others are unexpected and enthralling.
In summary, I would definitely recommend this book to others. It has a dark view, while also showing hints of romance and hope. It contains anything a reader could ask for, from fantasy to sickness to capture to freedom. I would rate this book a 5/5.
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