Estimated Reading Time: 4min

Peaky Blinders meets a fantasy world of supernatural abilities and breaking down the class system… don’t forget the banter and second chances.

A Forbidden Alchemy

Nina Harrow and Patrick Colson are twelve years old when they are whisked away from the shadows of their disenfranchised mining towns to dazzling Belavere City to discover their magical potential. Those who pass Belavere’s test will become Artisans, wielders of powerful elemental magic destined to fulfill the city’s grand ambitions. For Nina, the Artisan School symbolizes a dream and an escape from her harsh reality, while Patrick yearns to return to his Craftsman family, whose extraordinary physical strength serves the idium mines keeping the city alive.
 
And then they uncover a devastating truth: Artisans aren’t born, they’re chosen. They part ways on very different paths, leaving them to carry the burden of this secret alone.

Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual Content
Moderate: Toxic Relationship, Murder, War

My Review

If this book wasn’t open door it would have easily been five stars. I love the story, it was funny, it was interesting, the magic system was great. I loved every part about it, the banter between the main characters was so much fun (and the other characters also). All the characters were great, and the way they engaged with each other was great, I loved the setting and nods to different time periods – everything was stunning.

Would I Recommend This Book?

Yes, if you are alright with open door scenes, this was exciting and worth the read.

Similar Books You Might Like

If you are thinking what kind of books would have similar feel, themes or content, here is a list that you can consider:

• The Prison Healer (Lynette Noni)
• Red Queen (Victoria Aveyard)
• Dance of Thieves (Mary E Pearson)

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See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace