Rites of the Starling
RITES OF THE STARLING is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry’s #1 New York Times bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger, and magic collide in a captivating romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros.
Calandra’s five kingdoms are on the verge of destruction. The crux migration is coming. And in the wake of a devastating attack, I’ve been separated from the man who owns my heart.
I’m lost. Terrified. Homesick. Hunted by monsters, driven to exhaustion, and kidnapped by a powerful priest, the only thing keeping me going is the little girl counting on me to keep her safe.
It’s my turn to become the Guardian.
Our lives change one fateful night. A night of death. A night of monsters. A night of truths. That night, I learn the real meaning of fear―and the depth of my own strength.
Everyone wants me to be something I’m not―a queen, a spy, a sacrifice. But what if I embrace my crown? What if the secrets I uncover save our realm?
What if my sacrifice means salvation for the man I love?
For too long, I’ve feared the monsters we make.
It’s time to discover the monster within.
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Devney Perry
Devney Perry writes with the heart of someone who knows small towns intimately, their secrets, their charm, and the way love can burn quietly before it takes over completely. Her novels, whether rooted in Montana’s rugged landscapes or unfolding in fantastical realms filled with monsters and magic, carry the same signature: deeply felt romance woven into worlds that feel lived-in and real.
Her road to publishing was not mapped out early. After years working in the tech industry, she stepped away to raise her children, only to find her creativity stirring during the quiet moments at home. What began as a single blank document soon became her debut novel, and from there, she never looked back. Since then, she has written dozens of books, from bestselling small-town romances to her newest foray into romantasy with Shield of Sparrows.
Shield of Sparrows
Shield of Sparrows opens a world where kingdoms are fractured, monsters roam the forests and mountains, and every choice carries weight far beyond the self. A princess once sheltered by courtly life is thrust into a journey that tests courage, wit, and heart, forcing her to confront dangers both human and otherworldly. The land she crosses is alive with secrets, from mist shrouded forests to crumbling fortresses, where every shadow could conceal a threat or an unexpected ally.
Shield of Sparrows consists of two books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
