In this episode of Read Between the Wines, Mandy and Deb dive into a full spoiler review of Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry. We’re talking about everything from the gorgeous cover design to the rich fantasy world of Calandra, plus all the monsters, magic, and twists that had us hooked.
We break down Odessa’s complex relationships, the emotional journey to Turah, and all those big character revelations that left us reeling. Expect honest thoughts on the pacing, the climactic ending, and what we’re hoping for in the sequel.
If you love fantasy romance, epic world-building, or you’re a fan of Devney Perry’s writing, grab a glass of wine and join us for this lively, spoiler-filled book discussion.
00:00 Introduction and Spoiler Alert
01:24 Uncooperative Corks and Chat
05:03 Overview of Shield of Sparrows
10:23 Character Introductions and Initial Conflicts
16:27 Journey to Turah and New Discoveries
22:07 Revelations in Treow
25:06 The Guardian's Hidden Identity
29:01 Romantic Tensions and Character Dynamics
32:00 The Climactic Showdown
38:31 Reflections on the Journey and Themes
40:54 Building Anticipation for the Series
42:18 Rhetorical Questions
45:35 Rating the Book and Personal Preferences
49:28 Theories and Speculations for the Next Book
55:44 Anticipating Future Releases
58:33 Coming up next week!
59:24 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
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