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[fiphillipsauthor]

Want to know which scenes didn't make it into the final version of my third novel? Read 'Killing my darlings' to find out:

[authorrmbrown]

Eat your cereal

One of my favourite parts about writing Song of the Stag was inserting little references to Scottish culture within the story. Special mentions go out to the famous 'it's legal tender' debate, David Cameron's 'balanced settlement', and a nod to Robert the Bruce's Queen, but my favourite by far is a reference to the Better Together campaign's 2014 advert entitled 'The Woman Who Made Up Her Mind'.

The advert itself became infamous in 2014 for its patronising and misogynistic script centred around a housewife who decides to vote no to Scottish independence. The character bemoans her husband's sudden interest in the topic, and her patience finally gives out that morning, just before the camera starts rolling, when he brings it up again and she says, 'It's too early for politics, eat your cereal!'

The phrase became something of a symbol for the way the Better Together campaign tried to tivialise real-life concerns people had with the UK by passing off independence supporters as flag-waving, Braveheart-worshipping lunatics. 'It's all a load of patriotic guff, just shut up and vote no,' it seemed to say.

The reference to this line comes into play in Song of the Stag when our main character, Cait, starts to feel sympathy and agreement towards the Storrian Separatist cause, completely contrary to the conservative views held by the residents of her village. She tries to keep her mother's words - 'it's too early for politics, lass. Eat your cereal.' - in her mind as she moves about the city, trying her best to ignore the hardship that the Separatists aim to fix, and the call to revolution in her heart.

Song of the Stag is available now!

[jbankai89]

[libraryofnika]

“𝑰𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒉𝒂𝒅 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒃𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒓 𝒎𝒚 𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓,” — “𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓?

𝙷𝚎𝚒𝚛𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝙳𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚞𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚋𝚢 𝚃.𝙽.𝚅𝚒𝚝𝚞𝚜 ʙᴏᴏᴋ ʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ⊹˙⋆

Gracing you again with my unedited full review of 𝙷𝚎𝚒𝚛𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝙳𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚞𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗, a new high fantasy novel series that I enjoyed so much. I absolutely highly recommend this brilliantly written novel. My full review might contain SPOILERS, so be aware of that when you decide to read my unedited review.

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Release Date: June 25, 2024

Date Finished and Reviewed (Goodreads): June 21, 2024

Ratings: 4⭐️

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It took me a while to finish this because this novel was stressing me– NOT IN A BAD WAY BUT IN A GOOD WAY.

Going forward, the writing is brilliant. It did really well in drawing my attention and curiosity from the very start until the end. I was glad that the writing really did fit the story, I think that’s one of the main reasons I enjoyed this book very much.

The world building was intricate. I would say the author did well in introducing it in the novel, I quite enjoy it. The world building did really feel medieval to me and perhaps a little bit of the GoT atmosphere. I would definitely love to see more of it in the 2nd book. Although I’m quite waiting for the Dragon and Vampire concept to be shown more, it wasn’t that much here, so I hope the 2nd novel will exercise these more.

The plot was very much politial at the beginning. However, it did waned and went towards the character arc route, in my opinion, in like 60%, which I didn’t have a problem considering the characters were really likeable. I was really rooting for them all. Still, it was politically intrigued to me in some ways and more building of the storyline.

I would say I was more attached to the characters, especially Rhella and Virgil. Their dynamics and chemistry are undeniable. They’re giving me so much of a strong couple and ride or die couple vibes, and strangely, the Percy and Annabeth, I don’t know why, honestly. I’m definitely looking forward to the developments of this pairing.

Asriel, on the other hand, I was rooting for him to be honest, but after that scheme of his, I was upset. I was expecting so much of him, but I would say I’m disappointed with his character.

There are quite a few suspicious characters, in my opinion. I would say let’s see how it goes in the next instalment.

The parts towards the ending on the hand— I’m not quite sure how I should feel about it, I’m suspicious? It was abrupt to me and felt anticlimactic. That being said, let’s see how it would go after that part in the next instalment.

Overall, this was a solid introduction for the series. I’m really rooting for this and excited for the events, especially Rhaella, Virgil, Asriel, and the rest of the characters’ development in the next instalment ♡

If you like these, you’ll need to check this novel ♡

◇ political intrigue

◇ world building

◇ well written characters

◇ queer cast

◇ royals

◇ fantasy elements (dragons, prophecy, vampire, and the likes)

◇ strong and potentially ride and die couple

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Thank you, author, for the e-arc opportunity, I definitely had fun in this novel. I’m super excited and can not wait for the 2nd instalment ♡

P.S. I made an honest mistake on my tbr post and had this book under sapphic, but the right category would be queer for the characters 🔖

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[thequantumversechronicles]

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[mabards10]

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[thebookishmum]

Currently reading this book. 30% (ish) of the way through. It’s based on the legend of Brynhildr and Sigurd (a Germanic saga). The prose is poetic and feels as though you (the reader) are eavesdropping on a conversation. Both of the protagonists throughout their narration are addressing it to each other. I’m very invested in learning how it is going to develop throughout and how those developments will change and add to the story it is based off. I am enjoying the way Kate Heartfield has approached these characters and the way in which she has provided historical context alongside the fantasy elements

[anamariaslibrary]

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[lisa-lostinlit]

💬 Happy Friday! Do you have any fun plans this weekend? 🤎📖 I have a few errands to run tomorrow, followed by a fun night out! I can’t wait! Is this gorgeous book on your TBR yet? A curmudgeonly professor journeys to a small town in the far north to study faerie folklore and discovers dark fae magic, friendship, and love, in this heartwarming and enchanting fantasy. Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by @heather_fawcett releases Tuesday! . . . h a s h t a g s : #emilywildesencyclopaediaoffaeries #heatherfawcett #fantasybooks #fantasyromance #fantasyreader #booksofinstagram #bookgram #bookphotography #bookpics #bedsidetable #bedroom #hyggehome #neutralhome #neutraldecor #books #bookworms #booknerd #posttheordinary #smallmomentsofcalm https://www.instagram.com/p/CnFENBROUqj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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» what bookish friendship is your favorite? hello my friends, I adore the beautiful friendship between Fitz, the Fool, and Nighteyes. This trio is hands down one of my favorites! I wish I could hang out with them. Especially Nighteyes, I feel like him and I would get along great. » hashtags:. #robinhobb #assassinsaprentice  #farseertrilogy #fantasybooks  #bookstagram #bookblogger #bookishlove #bookphotos #readingcommunity #fantasyreads #booksofinstagram  #booksbooksandmorebooks   #vscoreads #readmorebook  #bookpicture #readabook #booknerds #booknerdigan #bookstagrammer #ilovebooks #bookworm  #bookphotography #bookstoread (at Boise, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/p/Coft6YxyA95/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[jbankai89]

If you like my fanfiction, please consider checking out my books. It's been a rough couple of months over here between barely making ends meet, and near-constant chronic illness issues. Any sale or pages read on Kindle Unlimited is a huge help, and will be greatly appreciated <3

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[libraryinthecountry]

★ What is the longest book you’ve read? Well, Oathbringer held that spot since 2020, but a couple weeks ago I finally got around to reading Rhythm of War and at 460k words (1232 pages!) it now holds the top spot. I listened to the audiobook and followed along with the physical book, which really is the way to go for me with beastly books like this. The audio is over 57 hours long, but I listened at about 2.25x, and it wasn’t near that daunting. 😅 Also, I loved it—five stars, all around. I feel like @brandsanderson will almost always hold the longest book spot for me … Do you have any long books on your TBR for this year? ★ HASHTAGS // #bookaddict #bibliophile #booklover #booksofig #booksofinstagram #bookpics #torbooks #fantasybooks #brandonsanderson #cosmere #stormlightarchive #rhythmofwar #epicfantasy #adultfantasy #thewayofkings #readfantasy #fantasyreader #fivestarreads #ilikebigbooksandicannotlie #dragonsteelbooks https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnc5Z8myhsv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thequantumversechronicles]

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