Bloody Spade
Brittany M. Willows
(Author)
Description
A girl full of heart
A thief touched by darkness
A wayward golden boy
An unwitting servant of evil
The era of magic was thought to be a myth until the Reemergence unleashed powers both dark and light upon the mundane world. Now those touched by this strange magic-a specialized group of Empowered dubbed Jokers, known collectively as Cardplay-must defend their world from the malevolent forces that threaten to consume it, all the while fighting for equality in a society clinging to normalcy.
But the Reemergence was only the beginning.
When another influx occurs on the seventh anniversary of that fateful event, a clash at ground zero lands Iori Ryone, a teenage boy in possession of a corrupt legendary magic, in the care of recent Joker graduate Ellen Amelia Jane. From him, she learns the Reemergence may not have been the unforeseeable natural disaster it first seemed.
Someone is behind these incidents, and with the criminal organization Blackjack as the prime suspect, it's up to Cardplay to find out what they're planning and stop them before it's too late.
Bloody Spade is the first installment in an urban fantasy duology that follows a cat-eared thief and a scythe-wielding girl as they navigate his wild magic, her hotheaded brother, a sinister plot, and the feelings they're developing for each other.
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CONTENT ADVISORY
- Coarse language
- Blood and violence, some gore
- Moments of graphic violence/torture
- On-page character death
- Body horror
- Harassment/bullying
- Vomiting
- Poisoning
- Amnesia
- Grief/bereavement
- Anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks
- Trauma related to kidnapping/physical abuse
- Parent death (discussed, glimpsed in flashbacks)
- Car accident (discussed, glimpsed in flashbacks)
- One instance of a forced kiss (not intended to be romantic or sexual)
Product Details
| Publisher | Brittany Margaret Willows |
| Publish Date | September 15, 2021 |
| Pages | 462 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Paperback / softback |
| EAN/UPC | 9780993647277 |
| Dimensions | 8.5 X 5.5 X 1.0 inches | 1.3 pounds |
Reviews
"Brittany M. Willows brings her characters leaping off the page. With a complex magic system and prose that will take your breath away, Bloody Spade is a whirlwind of edge-of-your-seat action, interspersed with moments of tenderness and humor. Her diverse cast and unique worldbuilding will sweep you away into a world where magic slumbers-and is about to be awoken." -E.M. Wright, author of SEDITION
"Bloody Spade is a delightful anime-inspired adventure anchored by one of the most adorable main characters you're likely to meet, a cat-eared thief who's hiding a wealth of mysteries. There is so much to love here-sharp, complex worldbuilding, intense action, and an incredible supporting cast. What really stole my heart was the central relationship, which is nuanced, believable, and complex. But be warned, your emotions might not be the same when you reach the end." -S.J. Whitby, author of the Cute Mutants series
"How do you describe a book you fell instantly in love with? Bloody Spade sucks you in and holds on tight, presenting you with a buffet of fierce characters, moral greyness, action, comedy, and friendship to delight every sense." -Erin Kinsella, author of the Olympian Confessions duology
"Magic, misfits, and mayhem? Check. Realistic representation that feels natural? Check. Characters that you bond with and love (though you also want to smack them sometimes)? CHECK. READ THIS BOOK." -J. Breeden, beta reader, bookseller
"It's been a while since I've had this much fun reading a fantasy book. Witty humour, interesting lore, likeable and diverse characters for pretty much every taste. I loved the magical feeling throughout, the intense fight scenes, the intimate tender moments and nuanced relationships between the characters. Looking forward to seeing this adventure to its completion!" -Maf, creator of the Webtoon Stray Souls
"A delightful, action-packed adventure featuring a charming cast, a fun magic system, and a story that pulls at all the heartstrings. I loved every moment of it!" -Chelsea Abdullah, beta reader
"It's a thrilling roller coaster of emotions. A wild ride. Non-stop. Breathtaking. Brilliant. Everything I want and need in a book." -Mary Lynne Gibbs, author of Jericho Rising
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