Wicked Saints (Something Dark and Holy, #1)
Wicked Saints (Something Dark and Holy, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019
Book Brief
Beta385
Novel • Fiction
Tranavia • Medieval Fantasy World
2019
14-18 years
HL730L
Super Short Summary
Wicked Saints by Emily A. Duncan follows a young cleric who can communicate with gods, a prince in danger, and a boy with a monstrous secret. Together, they navigate a war-torn landscape, seeking to end a bloody conflict and challenging faith, loyalty, and destiny in their journey. The novel incorporates elements of dark fantasy and Slavic-inspired mythology.
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Review Roundup
Emily A. Duncan's Wicked Saints has received mixed reviews. Readers commend its dark, atmospheric world-building and complex characters, particularly the morally ambiguous protagonists. However, criticisms highlight the often confusing plot and uneven pacing. Despite these flaws, the novel's originality and gothic elements have captivated a dedicated fanbase.
Who Should Read Wicked Saints (Something Dark and Holy, #1)?
Readers who revel in dark fantasy realms akin to those in Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows or V.E. Schwab’s A Darker Shade of Magic will be mesmerized by the atmospheric and morally complex world of Emily A. Duncan’s Wicked Saints, complete with intricate magic systems and intense character dynamics.
34,210 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
385
Novel • Fiction
Tranavia • Medieval Fantasy World
2019
14-18 years
HL730L
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