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Ravenminder ARC by Lindsay Cummings was such a fun and addictive read! From the moment I started it, I couldn’t put it down. I devoured the entire book in just two days! 😅

Our fierce FMC was everything I love in a heroine. She was unstoppable, intelligent, brave, loyal, compassionate, and determined. Even when the weight of the world was crashing down, she never backed down, even when running away felt like the easier path. Ezer’s traumatic past and painful experiences didn’t define her. Instead, they fueled her strength and resilience, making her fight even harder 💪🏻 (well, she did need a bit of training 🤭with certain someone 😏)

I truly enjoyed watching her character grow and develop throughout the entire story. I was so happy to see her finally make friends and form close relationships after being isolated for so long, even though some of those connections were constantly shifting and full of uncertainty.

Her journey of discovering who she really is, unraveling secrets, and figuring out where alliances truly stand and who the real enemies are completely captivated me. The world-building was phenomenal. It was so rich and detailed. The story was filled with action, danger, anticipation, and constant twists around every corner.

I especially loved the way the visions/dreams were written with such eeriness and depth.The entire time I was reading this book,it felt like I was watching a movie. The writing flowed so naturally, and the fast pacing kept me fully engaged.

The romance was really well done.I loved the banter,bickering,tension and the deliciously slow burn.It had that enemies-to-lovers-to-something even more complicate….It was tense and exciting, and it kept me on my toes because you never really knew how things were going to play out. I am absolutely rooting for Ezer and Arawn, but at the same time, my heart breaks for Kinlear.🫣👀

Also, I am completely obsessed with SIX. I want a mount like that for myself. She is simply the best and the cutest 💕.
And the ending? I am still not over it. I need the next book immediately! 😭📚

This book had me HOOKED from the beginning, and all the way through. I couldn't put it down and when I had to (boo work!) I thought about it, where the story was going, what would happen next... I literally couldn't focus until I finished.

Ezer had a turbulent childhood, with losing her parents at a young age, she'd been raised by her 'uncle' until he was taken to the war of the Acolyte and didn't return. For two years Ezer was the Ravenminder for the prison in the south, until one day, a knight comes to take her to the citadel in the north, the war front. their journey is eventful and left Ezer feeling connected to the knight, who she learns is the Crown Prince Arawn. When they arrive at the citadel, Arawn introduces Ezer to his brother Kinlear and sparks fly.

The relationships with the princes had me torn, at first I thought the chemistry with Arawn drew me in and I was rooting for them, but as soon as we met Kinlear my allegiance shifted (sorry Arawn), and even as Ezer and Arawn's relationship blossomed, I was still rooting for Kinlear but then WHIPLASH - what was that?! I don't want to add a spoiler but you'll know when you get to the part I'm referring to, brace yourselves though, it's around 90% and will leave you shook.

Ezer gets an upgrade from Ravenminder... to Raphonminder - this transition was EVERYTHING. I absolutely adored the bond between Six and Ezer, and the strength that this brings them both is just beautiful.

The twists and turns in this story was unbelievable, I saw some of them coming, others I just didn't. and they floored me!

The ending was so unexpected, I was left reeling and I can't rest until I get my hands on book 2!!

Favourite fantasy read of 2025 so far! It's original, memorable, and filled with interesting, believable characters. The plot was incredible and really well paced, relationships were complex and constantly shifting, and the world building was so meticulous. The FMC is both fierce and compassionate, and the two male leads are so different, and you never quite knew how things would play out. I loved that the fantasy elements were so strong that the romance never overshadowed it, so I would recommend to readers who also enjoy really well-written fantasy stories like this. It was really difficult to put down and had me hooked from the start.

Why aren't more people raving about this one yet?!?? Ravenminder is a dark, romantic fantasy that had me completely gagged. Our FMC is fierce, flawed, and unforgettable. The writing is vivid, the pacing was perfect, and the plot had me hooked all the way to the end. I flew through this. So glad I read this! I can’t wait for more people to read it so I have people to talk about it with!

I really enjoyed the premise I liked elements of the world building and story telling.
The hatred very early on felt slightly out of place and certain tropes were added quite suddenly. It still made for a great story and it is a very accessible read. Fans of the genre should find lots to like about it.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book. A gorgeous 4 star read book from me. What an exciting plot, vivid storytelling and relatable, rich characters. I couldn't put this book down – absolutely loved it