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The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Book Brief

Megan Bannen

The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Tanria • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2022

Publisher

Orbit

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen is a fantasy romance novel set in a world where Hart, a marshal protecting human and animal souls, and Mercy, an undertaker, form an unexpected bond. As they navigate their demanding professions, their initial animosity transforms into deeper emotions, entwining their fates.

Mysterious

Romantic

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen blends fantasy and romance in a unique, engaging narrative. Critics praise the distinct, quirky characters and heartfelt connections. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot predictable at times. Overall, it's a charming story with a refreshing take on familiar tropes, appealing to fans of both genres.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy?

Lovers of romantic fantasy who enjoy quirky, humor-infused narratives will relish The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen. Comparable to fans of Gail Carriger's Soulless and Alix E. Harrow's The Ten Thousand Doors of January, these readers appreciate whimsical worlds where love and adventure intertwine.

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Tanria • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2022

Publisher

Orbit

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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