“Thematically, love and freedom are set in compelling opposition. The climactic battles thrill. A well-realized fantasy with strong action and romance.” — Kirkus Reviews
“[A] stunning sequel. The characters are richly developed and appealing to readers. Ahiers is certainly one to watch.” — Booklist Online
“Just as the first title was full of fantasy and adventure, this companion does not disappoint.” — School Library Journal
“An electrifying debut that captivated me from the first nail-biting chapter. Spellbinding!” — Gennifer Albin, New York Times bestselling author (on Assassin's Heart)
“Love, death, family—and vengeance. This gripping fantasy thriller will keep you turning the pages all night long.” — Laura Ruby, author of the Printz Award-winning Bone Gap (on Assassin's Heart)
“A lavishly constructed fantasy world with an intricate society.” — Kirkus Reviews (on Assassin's Heart)
“Equal parts adventure, romance, and politics, Ahiers’ first novel is astonishingly good. This is a unique twist on a love story, and the exciting Godfather-esque plotline adds layers of intrigue. Fans of Robin LaFevers’ His Fair Assassins series will snatch this one up in a heartbeat.” — Booklist (starred review) (on Assassin's Heart)
“Ahiers’s Romeo and Juliet-inspired world of gods, angry ghosts, and assassins is darkly lush, and Lea’s voice is strong and pragmatic, making for a stylish and rich read.” — Publishers Weekly (on Assassin's Heart)