Kaitlyn‘s review of In the Wake of the Wicked by V.B. Lacey
Fantasy published by V.B. Lacey 14 Nov 24
If you’re looking for a dark fantasy romance set in a unique world, with Wicked meets Hunger Games vibes, this is perfect!
There’s a deadly tournament and trials, reluctant allies to lovers, found family, witty banter, a unique magic system, curses, and so much more.
When a terrible curse sweeping the land leads a young Alchemist to enter a magical tournament among the strongest of the empire, Rose is pulled from the shadows and thrown into a world of power games, dangerous trials, and entanglements with a handsome, mysterious rebel. Secrets about her magic and encounters with the all-powerful emperor make Rose question everything, taking her down a path she may never come back from. “All magic has a price, and Rose must choose: truth, love, or power?”
I can’t recommend this book enough. I absolutely LOVED it and I’m so excited it’s finally out in the world. V.B. Lacey did an incredible job and I’m so proud to call her a friend. Go read this one and let me know what you think.
Grade: A
Summary:
An orphan with a tragic past and a penchant for wicked deeds, Rose Wolff has never been accepted by her people. She’s learned to live in the darkness, content with her Alchemy magic and her quiet apothecary.
When a terrible curse sweeping the land forces her to enter the Decemvirate, a magical tournament among the strongest of the empire, Rose is pulled from the shadows and thrown into a world of power games, deadly trials, and entanglements with a handsome, mysterious rebel.
With divisions in the empire worsening, there may be more at stake than becoming the champion. Secrets about her magic and encounters with the all-powerful emperor make Rose question everything, leading her down a path she may never come back from.
All magic has a price, and Rose must choose: truth, love, or power?
