The Merciful Crow
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Margaret Owen
"[A] ferocious, exhilarating narrative!" - The New York Times Book ReviewA Tor.com Best of 2019 Pick A 2020 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults PickDebut author Margaret Owen crafts a powerful saga of vengeance, survival, and sacrifice—perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Kendare Blake—in The Merciful Crow. "Packed to the teeth with fresh worldbuilding and righteous fury...It's a ride that is wildly fun."—Emily A. Duncan, New York Times-bestselling author of Wicked Saints"Rich, harrowing, and unafraid to tackle discrimination—perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Tomi Adeyemi."—Kirkus, Starred Review One way or another, we always feed the crows. A future chieftain Fie abides by one rule: look after your own. Her Crow caste of undertakers and mercy-killers takes more abuse than coin, but when they’re called to collect royal dead, she’s hoping they’ll find the payout of a lifetime.A fugitive prince When Crown Prince Jasimir turns out to have faked his death, Fie’s ready to cut her losses—and perhaps his throat. But he offers a wager that she can’t refuse: protect him from a ruthless queen, and he’ll protect the Crows when he reigns. A too-cunning bodyguard Hawk warrior Tavin has always put Jas’s life before his, magically assuming the prince’s appearance and shadowing his every step. But what happens when Tavin begins to want something to call his own?
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Author
Margaret Owen
Pages
384
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Published Date
2019-07-30
ISBN
1250191939 9781250191939
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"This is one of the books where I just knew Id love it based on the cover. And i was right it was soooo good and im excited to read the next one. My favorite character is Tavin. The little romance throughout it was cute too. (Sorta spoilers if it is then its just minor ones)And im ngl I hated Jasimir until near the end. He was just too stuck up but he did change. The magic system is really unique too. Totally different than all the other books ive read. I liked the idea of them being in categories of birds. I think it would be cool to have another story in this world to explain why crows don’t have a birthright unless it somehow gets explained in the next book."
Kettle
"I'm cursed forever to read slow narrative books. I just can't right now. Cool concept for story line. Didn't like anyone's names just seemed to made up. The audiobook definitely made this worse if I try to read again it will be print for sure."
Ashley
"The world building and magic in this book are actually some of the coolest and most interesting ones I've come across, and I was completely captivated. It took me a bit to get into the first chapter, but after that I was glued to it."
bookfrog
"Fantastic read! True to form, Margaret Owen crafted a story full of wit, adventure, and bits of sweet romance. Some parts were a little confusing, but that could have just been me. Can't wait to read the second one!"
Hal
"The magic system was super unique and incorporated multiple story devices that moved the plot"
Collin Evan
"When you deliberately wander through pages and read nigh half your usual pace because you just can't bear for it to be over. Margaret Owen, you've jostled my heart and ensnared my mind with The Merciful Crow. 1. Keep the oath. 2. Burn the teeth. 3. Save the Prince. 4. Give them fire. #fantasy #adventure #heroine #magic "
Emily Browning
"Their unique system and way of life is so cool and the sequel is even better!"
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Mia Piccuta
"Amazing series! Got me out of a big book slump!! Love the characters and plot is amazing!"
Hadley Phillips
"Too good to put down! #fiery"
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Shelby Schmidt
"Beautifully written! I could not put it down, the characters are so captivating and the story is so perfectly balanced regarding details. Highly recommend, it stands on its own."
Rheann Quenneville
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