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Sweep of the Blade (Innkeeper Chronicles, #4)

Ilona Andrews
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Sweep of the Blade (Innkeeper Chronicles, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Ilona Andrews

Sweep of the Blade (Innkeeper Chronicles, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction

Romance
Setting

Innkeeper World • Dystopian Future

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Sweep of the Blade by Ilona Andrews follows the story of Maud Demille, an individual who joins a vampire society to reunite with their child and navigates complex dynamics. This novel is part of the Innkeeper Chronicles series and blends elements of science fiction, fantasy, and romance.

Reviews & Readership

4.7

37,549 ratings

94%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ilona Andrews's Sweep of the Blade is praised for its engaging plot and strong character development. Readers enjoy the blend of science fiction and fantasy, with many highlighting the chemistry between the protagonists. However, some criticize the pacing and felt certain plot points were predictable. Overall, it's a well-received entry in the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sweep of the Blade (Innkeeper Chronicles, #4)?

Readers who enjoy action-packed urban fantasy with strong female protagonists and intricate world-building, similar to Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews or Mercy Thompson series by Patricia Briggs, will be captivated by Sweep of the Blade. Enthusiasts of romantic subplots within richly developed alternate universes will also find it appealing.

4.7

37,549 ratings

94%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Sweep of the Blade features a distinct shift in protagonist focus, as it centers around Maud, a character introduced in the earlier books of the Innkeeper Chronicles, making it a unique addition to the series.

The authors, Ilona Andrews, are known for their engaging online presence, occasionally sharing writing snippets and character backstories with their fans, which enhances reader engagement and insight into their book worlds.

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Ilona Andrews is the pen name for a husband-and-wife writing team, Ilona and Andrew Gordon, whose collaborative process is often discussed in writing communities, noted for blending their voices seamlessly into a single narrative style.

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Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction

Romance
Setting

Innkeeper World • Dystopian Future

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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