The Sun and the Void by Gabriela Romero-LacruzMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
First of all can we just say that this cover is stunning. In person the book is even more beautiful and the Illumicrate edition that I own is gorgeous.
The Sun and the Void is inspired by the history and folklore of South America and it is a sweeping epic fantasy of colonialism, ancient magic, and two young women's quest for belonging. The book is an adventurous and dark fantasy book, with strong character development and a diverse cast of characters.
According to the author you can expect:
- Venezuelan and Colombian inspired landscapes
- Mythology drawn from Venezuelan folklore
- A Sapphic romance
- Magic-heavy swordfights
- Fantasy races/species unique to this world
I really liked the world building and the intricate magic system. I also really liked the writing style of the author. However, at some points I found the story to be a little slow for me and I couldn't connect with the characters.
About the book:
Reina is desperate.
Stuck living on the edges of society, her only salvation lies in an invitation from a grandmother she’s never known. But the journey is dangerous, and prayer can’t always avert disaster.
Attacked by creatures that stalk the region, Reina is on the verge of death until her grandmother, a dark sorceress, intervenes. Now dependent on the Doña’s magic for her life, Reina will do anything to earn—and keep—her favor. Even the bidding of an ancient god who whispers to her at night.
Eva Kesare is unwanted.
Illegitimate and of mixed heritage, Eva is her family’s shame. She tries her best to be perfect and to hide her oddities. But Eva is hiding a secret: magic calls to her.
Eva knows she should fight the temptation. Magic is the sign of the dark god, and using it is punishable by death. Yet, it’s hard to deny power when it has always been denied to you. Eva is walking a dangerous path, one that gets stranger every day. And, in the end, she’ll become something she never imagined.
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