What I really wish this book had is a map. I think the next book in the series will definitely add to that. I enjoyed the political aspects of this book, though I wish there was a little more.

The tensions between all three kingdoms and the history behind Evewyn imprisoning their Shamanborns was really interesting. So Evewyn is human, Kazahyn is Shadowblessed, and the Nuvalyn Empire is Shamanborn. And then we have The Dead Wood, which is the seat of the Spider King, who keeps the peace between all three kingdoms. There are three main kingdoms, Evewyn, Kazahyn, and the Nuvalyn Empire. I feel like we always get a glossary at the end and it’s annoying to flip all the way to the back and possibly spoil yourself. I loved the glossary at the beginning of the book––which was a nice change. My favourite part about this book was definitely the world. So I was really happy when MandaGroup sent me an arc for review!įor those of you wondering what this book is about without spoiling anything: I got some serious Shadow and Bone vibes, the magic system reminded me a little of ATLA, and it starts off in a school setting which I always love! There are way too many YA fantasy books with romance and it’s tiring sometimes. I was really excited for this new release, mostly because of this beautiful cover, but also because “Forest of Souls” … “aforestofbooks” 😂īut besides all of that, the premise sounded really cool, and I heard on Twitter that there’s no romance.

As war looms, Sirscha must master her newly awakened abilities before the trees shatter the brittle peace, or worse, claim Saengo, the friend she would die for. Now, with the trees growing wild and untamed, only a soulguide can restrain them. For centuries, he has used his influence over the Dead Wood-an ancient forest possessed by souls-to enforce peace between the kingdoms.

Unveiled as the first soulguide in living memory, Sirscha is summoned to the domain of the Spider King.

After years of training to become the queen’s next royal spy, her plans are derailed when shamans attack and kill her best friend Saengo.Īnd then Sirscha, somehow, restores Saengo to life. Goodreads Summary: Sirscha Ashwyn comes from nothing, but she’s intent on becoming something.

Forest of souls lori m lee