The Last Bloodcarver
Nhika is a bloodcarver. A coldhearted, ruthless being who can alter human biology with just a touch.
In the industrial city of Theumas, Nhika is seen not as a healer, but a monster that kills for pleasure. And in the city's criminal underbelly, the rarest of monsters are traded for gold. When Nhika is finally caught by the infamous Butchers, she's forced to heal the last witness to a high-profile murder.
As Nhika delves into the investigation, all signs point to Ven Kochin, an alluring yet entitled physician's aide. Despite his relentless attempts to push her out of his opulent world, something inexplicable draws Nhika to him. But when she discovers Kochin is not who he claims to be, Nhika will be faced with a greater, more terrifying evil lurking in the city's center...
Her only chance to survive lies in a terrible choice―become the dreaded monster the city fears, or risk jeopardizing the future of her kind.
Cinder meets Divine Rivals in Vanessa Le's The Last Bloodcarver, the first in a two-book debut - with a riveting medical magic system and lush Vietnam-inspired fantasy world.
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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.
