His Mortal Demise
These Violent Delights meets Divine Rivals in the explosive finale to The Last Bloodcarver duology -- with a riveting medical magic system and lush Vietnam-inspired romantasy world.
Kochin is a heartsooth -- a rare being with the ability to heal any wound. Any wound, that is, except death.
Intent on defying nature and bringing Nhika back to life, Kochin keeps her body in a life-preserving casket and waits for a miracle. Stricken with grief and descending into madness, Kochin realizes the answer to his desperate quest can only lie in one place: Yarong, the lush yet battle-ridden island the first heartsooths called home.
Months later, Nhika wakes in a familiar manor-house, with Kochin nowhere to be found. As she traces his footsteps across Theumas, she discovers the haunting path he walked to bring her back, and a world changed by war.
When Kochin discovers the true and grisly way to resurrect a person from the grave, he must decide exactly how much he is willing to sacrifice, in order to reunite with the woman he loves...
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Vanessa Le
Vanessa Le’s writing effortlessly merges the precision of science with the wonder of imagination, crafting worlds where biology and magic intertwine in ways that challenge both the mind and heart. Raised in the Pacific Northwest, she grew up surrounded by the beauty of nature, which, in many ways, mirrors the complexity and wonder of the fantastical worlds she now creates.
A graduate of Brown University with a degree in Health and Human Biology, Vanessa’s academic background isn’t just a backdrop to her stories—it’s the very foundation of her unique approach to writing. Her debut novel, The Last Bloodcarver, showcases her deep understanding of biological sciences, blending it with an intricate, action-packed narrative that feels both fresh and profound. The book introduces readers to Nhika, a young woman whose touch can manipulate biological processes, thrusting her into a world of mystery, power, and danger. This melding of science and storytelling has garnered attention for its originality and depth, making her a standout voice in young adult fantasy.
The Last Bloodcarver
Duology.
The Last Bloodcarver consists of two books and considered as a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
