Shield of Sparrows

Name: Shield of Sparrows
Author: Devney Perry

By:Devney Perry

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Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry is a slow-burn romantasy where overlooked Princess Odessa of Quentis, long overshadowed by her favored half-sister, is thrust into an unexpected marriage with Prince Zavier of Turan via an ancient treaty rite invoked by his enigmatic Guardian, upending her father's spy plans against the rival kingdom. Shipped to monster-plagued Turah amid naval perils and brutal training under the Guardian's harsh hand, Odessa grapples with distrust, a spreading curse turning victims monstrous, and her evolving role from pawn to warrior. As attacks intensify and secrets unravel—including the Guardian's tormented past and hidden powers—she navigates court intrigue, forbidden attraction, family betrayals, and a desperate quest for cures, forging resilience in a god-cursed realm of beasts, blood oaths, and shifting loyalties.

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Books In This Series

Book 1 of 3Order 1

Shield of Sparrows

Published May 6, 2025

Book 2 of 3Order 2

Rites of the Starling

Published Apr 7, 2026

Book 3 of 3Order 3

Shield of Sparrows Book 3

Coming Mar 9, 2027

Jamie’s review

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SHIELD OF SPARROWS

This book is everywhere and I wanted to ride the wave. Maybe I had too high of expectations because I thought it was just ok? It was good. But not GOOD GOOD.

I liked the premise of the monsters. And the sickness. I liked Odessa enough. But her relationship with the Guardian was lackluster and the twists were not very twisty.

Erica’s review

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Usually I struggle with books/series like this one - where the romance/relationship seems like more of an afterthought. And, believe me, I WISH that part was better in this series! But, alas…I still devoured it and loved it! I think the way she draws out the mystery surrounding what the hell is going on kept me so enthralled that nothing else mattered. I also loved the uniqueness of the monsters and how overall it was a very easy read. There was world building where I felt immersed, but it wasn't overly complicated and I think I really appreciated that brain break.

I LOVED Odessa and her internal banter right out of the gate and that spans the series. Then enters another FMC in Rites of the Starling who is another badass FMC that I instantly also loved. Do I wish the MMCs were better? Yes. But I was entertained enough. I really was so entertained through both books. Can't wait for the end of this trilogy!