Whisked into a world of duels, scandal, and whispered intrigues, a young noblewoman trades silk for steel at her eccentric uncle’s command. Witty and romantic, The Privilege of the Sword revels in swashbuckling adventure and the courage to be yourself.
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In The Privilege of the Sword, did you enjoy complex, morally gray protagonists navigating intrigue and personal loyalties?
If you loved the tangled relationships and ambiguous ethics of Alec and the Mad Duke in The Privilege of the Sword, you'll be drawn into the cutthroat world of Riverside in Swordspoint. The story brims with characters who make questionable choices for deeply personal reasons, blurring the line between hero and villain at every turn.
In The Privilege of the Sword, did you enjoy a protagonist’s journey of personal growth and transformation?
If you were captivated by Katherine's evolution from reluctant swordswoman to a self-assured agent of her own fate, you'll appreciate Maia's poignant journey in The Goblin Emperor. Thrust into the imperial throne, Maia must navigate courtly intrigue and his own insecurities to become a ruler in his own right.
In The Privilege of the Sword, did you enjoy sharp, witty dialogue and irreverent humor woven through fantasy intrigue?
If you delighted in the clever banter and razor-edged wit exchanged among the denizens of Riverside, Gideon the Ninth will have you grinning with its snarky protagonist, Gideon Nav, whose humor cuts through necromantic drama with impeccable timing.
In The Privilege of the Sword, did you enjoy a young woman’s coming-of-age in a society that challenges her identity?
If you were drawn to Katherine’s journey from sheltered noblewoman to daring swordswoman, you’ll be swept up by Sam’s transformation in Paladin. Disguised as a boy to train as a knight, Sam faces prejudice, danger, and the struggle to define herself as she grows into a formidable force.
In The Privilege of the Sword, did you enjoy elaborate, immersive worldbuilding that shapes character and society?
If Riverside’s lush, nuanced setting and its intricate rules of society fascinated you, the dragon-filled world of Tooth and Claw—with its detailed customs, hierarchies, and politics—will satisfy your craving for immersive worldbuilding and social maneuvering.
