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Welcome back, fellow fantasy enthusiasts! 🌟 If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you know I couldn’t stop raving about Rebecca Roanhorse’s Black Sun in a previous post. That book left us on the edge of a precipice, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in The Meridian’s saga. Well, the wait is over, and Fevered Star has finally arrived, bringing with it a whirlwind of intrigue, magic, and heart-stopping action.

Fevered Star picks up right where Black Sun left off, in the shattered city of Tova, now gripped by the shadow of the Crow God’s eclipse. The political and spiritual upheaval in The Meridian is palpable as a comet—marking both the death of a ruler and the rise of a new order—looms on the horizon. Roanhorse’s world-building is as rich and immersive as ever, plunging us into a land where magic is both revered and feared, and where ancient prophecies weave a complex web around our protagonists.

This book delves deeper into the internal struggles of our main characters. Serapio, now a living avatar of the Crow God, is caught between his humanity and the overwhelming destiny imposed upon him. Roanhorse does a masterful job of portraying his conflict—how does one remain human when everyone around you only sees a weapon or a god?

Meanwhile, Naranpa, the former Sun Priest, must navigate a world transformed in her absence. The power dynamics have shifted, and Tova is no longer the city she once tried to save. Her journey in this book is nothing short of transformative, as she grapples with the loss of her position, her faith, and possibly her very identity.

And then there’s Xiala, the sea captain with a mysterious past and even murkier future. Thrown into the chaos of the changing world, she finds an unlikely ally in the former Priest of Knives. Together, they navigate the treacherous waters of shifting alliances, both literal and political. The tension between them—equal parts trust and mistrust—adds another layer of complexity to an already intricate plot.

Fevered Star doesn’t shy away from exploring profound themes. It tackles issues of power, identity, and free will against a backdrop of celestial and terrestrial conflict. The struggle for personhood in the face of destiny is a recurring motif, and Roanhorse handles it with grace and depth. She challenges us to think about the cost of power and what it means to be truly free.

If you loved Black Sun, this sequel is a must-read. It’s not just about continuing the story; it’s about delving deeper into the world and the hearts of its characters. Roanhorse’s prose is as vivid and compelling as ever, painting scenes that are at once fantastical and deeply human. The stakes are higher, the conflicts more intense, and the emotions more raw.

Whether you’re a long-time fan of the series or new to The Meridian, Fevered Star offers a gripping, unputdownable read that will leave you hungry for more. And with the promise of a third book on the horizon, the excitement is far from over!

Have you read Fevered Star? What did you think of the characters’ journeys and the ever-expanding world of The Meridian? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear your take!

And if you haven’t picked it up yet, what are you waiting for? Dive into this epic series and get ready to be swept away. You can purchase from my bookshop.org site by clicking here. If you’re curious about where it all started, check out my previous post on Black Sun here to catch up before diving into Fevered Star.

Happy reading, everyone!