Rites of the Starling by Devney Perry

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Rites of the Starling is the epic, heart-racing sequel to Devney Perry’s #1 New York Times bestselling Shield of Sparrows—a romantasy packed with cursed-kingdom danger, hard choices, and a love worth bleeding for. Calandra’s five kingdoms are nearing collapse as the crux migration approaches, and after a brutal attack, our princess heroine is torn from the man who owns her heart—left lost, hunted, and running on sheer will.

Kidnapped by a powerful priest and chased by monsters, she’s pushed to the edge… until a small girl’s survival depends on her. Protecting someone else becomes the spark that changes everything. This time, she won’t just endure—she’ll rise. It’s her turn to become the Guardian.

In a realm where everyone wants to use her as a queen, a spy, or a sacrifice, she’s forced to decide who she’ll be on her own terms. Because the truths she uncovers could save the kingdoms… and the price of salvation might be the one thing she’s always feared: embracing the monster within.

Series note: best enjoyed in order.
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