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Starred Review on February 1, 2025 | Young Adult
Gr 7 Up—After the deadly ending of The Last Bloodcarver, this dual-POV, dual time line sequel inspired by Vietnamese folklore sees Nhika brought back to life—and the price Kochin paid to do it. Nhika wakes up in Congmi Manor with her memories just out of reach and slow to return—she remembers getting shot, but not what happened after. Six months previously, readers see Kochin sailing his houseboat upriver with a casket—with Nhika's body preserved inside and his love for her driving him forward. His plans to resu...Log In or Sign Up to Read More