Title: The Road Of Bones
Author: Demi Winters
Publication Date: June 27, 2023
Genre: Viking Fantasy Romance
My Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Goodreads rating: 4.29
Book Summary:
NEW COVER, SAME STORY! Vikings meets Throne of Glass in this romantic high fantasy--featuring a woman fleeing a ruthless assassin, a slow building enemies-to-lovers romance, secrets galore, and jaw-dropping plot twists.
Silla Nordvig is running for her life.
The queen of Íseldur has sent warriors to bring Silla to Sunnavík, where death awaits her. When her father is killed, his last words set Silla on a perilous quest: travel the treacherous Road of Bones–a thousand-mile stretch haunted by warbands, creatures of darkness, and a mysterious murderer–and go to Kopa, where a shield-house awaits her.
After barely surviving the first stretch of road, a desperate Silla sneaks into a supply wagon belonging to the notorious Bloodaxe Crew. To make it to Kopa, she must win over Axe Eyes, the brooding leader of the Crew, while avoiding the Wolf, his distractingly handsome right-hand man. But the queen’s ruthless assassin has other plans and hunts Silla obsessively.
Will Silla make it safely to Kopa? Or will she fall prey to the perils of the Road of Bones?
Featuring an immersive world blending myth with Vikings, The Road of Bones leads you on an adrenaline-fueled chase with found family, steamy romance and shocking plot twists. The first book in the Ashen Series, you are one click away from reading it!
My Review:
The Road of Bones by Demi Winters swept me away on an unforgettable journey through the wild world of Viking romance, leaving me emotionally invested and yearning for more. Winters has spun a tale that's not just a love story but an immersive experience that combines high fantasy with heart-wrenching twists. From the very first page, I was hooked, and I couldn't put it down until the very end.
The characters in this book felt like old friends, each with their unique struggles and triumphs. Winters' vivid descriptions painted a picture that felt both authentic and enchanting. The romance between the characters had me on the edge of my seat, and the unexpected turns in the plot kept me guessing, adding a layer of excitement that I hadn't anticipated.
What struck me most about Winters' writing was its poetic quality. The way she described the landscapes and emotions made me feel like I was right there with the characters, experiencing their journey alongside them. The themes of honor, sacrifice, and love resonated deeply, making the story not only entertaining but also thought-provoking.
As I turned the last page, I found myself eagerly awaiting the next book in the series. The Road of Bones is a five-star gem that will stay with me, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a personal and emotionally resonant Viking romantic fantasy.