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As a Joscelin stan, I was thrilled when I found out that the author had written a book from his viewpoint. I was not disappointed. He was so enigmatic and swoon-worthy in Kushiel's Dart, and this book only adds to his appeal. I loved it! It took me ten years to read the book, but that doesn't mean I didn't enjoy reading it.

Readers who enjoy large scale stories about political intrigue will appreciate the depth of that narrative in what initially seems will be a more intimate story. Despite the far-reaching, epic scale, Carey keeps Joscelin and Phèdre central to the happenings. These two beloved characters have the reader on the edge as they find themselves in harrowing circumstances, relying on their unique skills and learning to trust and support each other. The magic is intrinsic for the world-building of this novel, but it’s subtle and never used as a crutch. However, there are moments where the reader is reminded in such awe-inspiring ways of the otherworldly and the spiritual underpinnings in this series. There is so much to love about this book. Readers who were enthralled by the Kushiel Legacy series will feel like they have come home again with Cassiel’s Servant.

Reviewed for Affaire de Coeur Magazine:

Advanced Review Copy provided by Netgalley courtesy of Tor.