QUOTES
"Anyone who things Young Adult fiction can't successfully handle themes
like a culture's endurance in defiance of colonialism, the myriad
socio-economic factors leading toward revolution, or racial and/or
gender inequality, needs to read these books."―Fantasy Literature
"Stellar
description and pacing. [Elliott's] eye for detail is extraordinary,
and descriptions of court life are very evocative."―Teenreads
"Kate Elliott adds to her fantastical Court of Fives series with Poisoned Blade, and fans won't be disappointed."―Bustle
REVIEWS
A Locus Awards Top-Ten Finalist
Booklist (starred review):
"Jes
makes for a worthy heroine, as bold and daring as she is endearing. One
of the best things about this series is that the characters--heroes and
baddies alike--are vividly real, their motives and emotions often
fierce but always recognizable."―Booklist
Kirkus Review:
"With
strong characters and vivid worldbuilding that refuses to oversimplify
individuals, cultures, and the opposing forces they represent, this
sequel to Court of Fives (2015) blends emotional intelligence,
passionate idealism, and realpolitik in a plot ending at the cliff's
edge of revolutionary change. At once nuanced and thrilling--a worthy
sequel."
Barnes & Noble:
"A worthy sequel, doubling down on the tension and politics and surpassing Court of Fives
in suspense and depth of world-building.... a tense, dramatic
adventure, raising the stakes and the potential for drastic consequences
as the story barrels towards its conclusion."
VOYA:
"The
main character is the classic 'strong female warrior' archetype...and
will remind most people of Katniss Everdeen.... The book deals with
issues of family loyalty, standing up for one's beliefs, and
self-discovery.... A solid addition to a high school collection."
*****
Also available are the two digital exclusive novellas in the Court of Fives world:
A digital prequel is now available through Little Brown Books for Young Readers via The Novl. The story focuses on the legendary love story of Jessamy's parents:
A companion novella that takes place between Poisoned Blade and the forthcoming Buried Heart, find out what happened to Jessamy's missing twin sister, Bettany.