Shield of Sparrows (Bk. 1) (Target Edition)

Readers praise Shield of Sparrows as a richly imagined fantasy romance with compelling world-building and a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers arc that appeals to fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros.

Shield of Sparrows is a slow-burn, high-stakes romantasy set in the world of Calandra, where five kingdoms are bound by ancient treaties and haunted by monstrous threats. When Odessa Cross — the overlooked elder princess of Quentis — is unexpectedly chosen in place of her favored sister to fulfill a political marriage, her life changes forever. Thrust into a dangerous alliance with Prince Zavier of Turah and accompanied by a mysterious monster hunter known as the Guardian, Odessa must navigate deadly landscapes, political intrigue, and her own evolving identity. Along the way, she confronts her fears, defies expectations, and discovers strength and agency as she fights not just for survival but for control of her destiny.