Rites of the Starling: A Slow-Burn Epic Romantasy (Shield of Sparrows, 2)

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RITES OF THE STARLING is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry’s #1 New York Times bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger, and magic collide in a captivating romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros.​Calandra’s five kingdoms are on the verge of destruction. The crux migration is coming. And in the wake of a devastating attack, I’ve been separated from the man who owns my heart.​I’m lost. Terrified. Homesick. Hunted by monsters, driven to exhaustion, and kidnapped by a powerful priest, the only thing keeping me going is the little girl counting on me to keep her safe.​It’s my turn to become the Guardian.​Our lives change one fateful night. A night of death. A night of monsters. A night of truths. That night, I learn the real meaning of fear―and the depth of my own strength.​Everyone wants me to be something I’m not―a queen, a spy, a sacrifice. But what if I embrace my crown? What if the secrets I uncover save our realm?​What if my sacrifice means salvation for the man I love?For too long, I’ve feared the monsters we make.​It’s time to discover the monster within.​The Shield of Sparrows trilogy is an epic slow-burn romantasy best enjoyed in order.Reading Order:Book #1 Shield of SparrowsBook #2 Rites of the StarlingBook #3 Coming Soon

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by Devney Perry (Author)

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1682816753

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Rites of the Starling is a five-star steak of a book—the kind that doesn’t just continue the story, it elevates it in every possible way.After Shield of Sparrows, I expected some answers… but this book goes so much deeper. The world expands in a way that feels both intricate and intentional, adding layers to the magic system, the politics, and the history that completely change how you view everything.One of my favorite aspects was how the lore evolves. What you think you understand in book one is challenged in the best way, and the story leans heavily into the idea that things are not as simple as they seem. There’s a strong theme of truth vs. perception running throughout, and it keeps you questioning everything.The character work is also incredible. You get more depth, more backstory, and more emotional weight across the board. Relationships feel more complicated, motivations more nuanced, and the stakes more personal. There’s a constant tension between duty, identity, and choice that makes every decision feel significant.The pacing was perfect for me. There’s a steady build of intrigue and revelation, but it never drags. Every chapter feels like it’s adding something meaningful, whether it’s to the plot, the characters, or the larger world.And emotionally? This one hits. There’s a quiet heaviness to parts of the story that really stick with you, balanced with moments of connection and determination that keep you fully invested.By the end, the scope of the story feels so much bigger, and I’m completely locked in for what comes next. This is the kind of sequel that makes you want to go back and reread everything with new eyes.Absolutely a 5-star read.