The Witches' Blade

Spoiler-free Review:

I read book 1 in this series last month and really enjoyed it, so when AK Mulford sent an ARC application in her newsletter I was set on reading book 2!
I really liked this book the pacing for me was very much like book 1, a little slower start then picked up. Once it picked up, I couldn't get enough! I devoured it! I am obsessed with Rua (the female MC). She has so much inner turmoil to overcome and so many “demons” to fight. She is beyond relatable, not wanting to show anyone her scars outwardly and trying to appear strong. She has the most amazing girl gang, which I love in a book! I fell in love with her friendship with Bri and Aneryn. The male MC, Renwick, is just as damaged and scarred as Rua which makes their moments together charged with sexual tension, which I also didn't hate! This is a slow burn enemies to lovers book, and the payoff is good. As with AK Mulford's other book, the spice was very tasteful but still adult which I appreciated. I think 18+ for sexual content and mild language. Overall, I really enjoyed Rua and Renwick's story. I took one star off for pacing, but the story was still strong in character and plot development. I cannot wait for book 3, which will follow Bri and her efforts to bring peace to their world!