The Gravesinger #1

The Deathless One

Happy Wednesday!

Hello! Posting later than anticipated today, but I hope your week is going well.

Today I finished rereading The Ever King by L.J. Andrews so I could focus on reading The Deathless One by Emma Hamm. Both are great romantasy novels, although The Deathless One has me rooted. I’m a sucker for a love story featuring the God of Death, in any lore/form.

What It’s About

A princess murdered at the altar makes a deal with the god of death for vengeance and to save her people in this first in a unique romantasy trilogy from USA TODAY bestselling author Emma Hamm.

Jessamine was raised to be a leader for her people, but when the land is overrun by an incurable plague, she must enter a political marriage to save them all. A union that should have brought hope only brings death as her new husband murders her at the wedding altar and seizes the throne.

But her death is just the beginning. Her spirit is met by the Deathless One, a god of death yearning to return to the mortal plane, and he needs her help. The two of them make a deal—her life and the return of her kingdom in exchange for his resurrection. But the Deathless One is a known trickster, and a deal with him is one made in blood.

Jessamine knows the Deathless One is a dangerous ally, but the longer they work together, the more she wants him and the less she can stay away. As their connection deepens, soon she wonders if she even wants this contract to end. Perhaps the more appealing throne is the one by his side, but she’d have to turn her back on her people to get it.

Thoughts So Far

***Possible Spoilers below

The tension between these two is palpable. The yearning? Top notch. I cannot WAIT to see where this love story goes.

And Jessamine? Fierce. The build up of her getting revenge for her execution is beautifully emotional. She’s discovering who within her ranks betrayed her and learning how to armor herself in this endeavor for vengeance. I’m intrigued and eager to see her reign down on them once she realizes the extent of her power.

If you’re reading The Deathless One as well, what are your thoughts so far? How far are you? I can’t wait to hear your thoughts! And once I upload my review, I’ll make sure to link it below. 🙂

Have a great week! Be safe out there!

♡ G&P