Sword of the Seven Sins Review Spotlight

Sword of the Seven Sins is the first book in Emily Colin’s The Seven Sins series. With the tagline “In a world ruled by sin, love is a dangerous game.” This book whispers a promise of intensity that will not be denied.

The first thing you see when you look at this book is the stunning cover that will quickly grab your attention. You’ll find yourself lured in by the whorls, the gorgeous flowers, and the blade that takes center stage along with the title of the book. All of it comes together to will you to pick it up and open it.

What will you find inside? You’ll discover a world reshaped by climate change, the greed of power, and the life the world once knew...is no more. Author Emily Colin will weave together a story that will keep you page-turning to the end packed with twists and surprises, and a simmering romance that will keep you coming back for more.

Sword of the SevenSins begins The Seven Sins series by introducing readers to the FMC, Eva. When we meet Eva she is a young girl. She’s ten years old and about to witness her first execution. Little does she know the part that she will soon play in the death of the condemned man.

It’s not long after her introduction that you quickly get the sense that there is something truly different about Eva. She’s not like the other children around her. You won’t be the only one who notices this difference though. There is another who notices, and they draw attention to her due to this. Cue ramping up of tension! So soon in the book, too!

This is just the first step in what is to come concerning Eva’s life and future. Sword ofthe Seven Sins doesn’t stay long in her youth and quickly jumps ahead seven years. The time for changes in her life are now at hand. She’s already set her sights on a particular path for herself, but that choice...will not be allowed. Another path has been decided for her, and she will be made to walk that path...and see how well-suited for it she is.

Sword of the SevenSins focuses mainly on Eva, but in her first chapter, there is hinted that another character will play a part in her life. You’ll quickly know who this character is because of a subtle interaction. Who is this other character? His name is Ari. He chose the path of an enforcer, a guardian, what some would even call...an assassin. He is a bellator – skilled fighters who are the guards, the enforcers, the death dealers of this new world.

He’s drawn to Eva. He doesn’t know why, but there is a connection there between them. She in turn is drawn to him, but they both know the risks. The regular ways of life are no more. Physical contact of certain types is viewed as a sin. Certain emotions? A sin. It’s literally tread carefully or you’ll be accused, condemned, and punished for a sin.

The big question you’re surely asking? Where is this going? Well, wait until Eva joins the bellatorum. You’re going to be thinking one thing – “Surely she’s going to struggle with this, right?” Well, the author throws in quite a lot with this character to keep readers on their toes. But we’re not the only ones who are kept on their toes.

When it comes to this book, once you start reading, you’re going to be lured deeper and deeper into the storyline. It will be hard to put this book down as you delve deeper for answers to brewing questions. What makes Eva so unique? Where are these brewing emotions going between her and Ari? What will be the consequences should they be caught?

Eva is absolutely a strong character. She holds her own throughout the story and will surprise you more than once. Author Colin has embedded more than a few secrets throughout this story. They’re like little treasures for readers to discover that will egg you to dig deeper and learn more.

There was one particular twist in this story that had us literally saying “Bloody hell.” LOL! No, we don’t always say this, but in this one particular moment...it fits perfectly. But the twists and edge-of-your-seat drama doesn’t end there. Let’s just say that this author knows how to tell a story, and it shows!

Sword of the Seven Sins is an “upper YA” fantasy novel. You get hints of fantasy here and there. Not a lot but just enough to remind you that this is a fantasy novel with some “modern-day” touches here and there to remind you of the world that once was. It all blends together to create a unique story that you’re going to want to keep coming back to.

Now! Does this book end on a cliffhanger? A mild one. You get some answers to some pressing questions, and then you’re left with a nice romance scene that whispers of more to come. Author Colin is going to build some anticipation as to what is to come next, so stay engaged and be sure to grab book two!

Pros:

• Engaging storyline
• Tons of drama
• Subtle romance
• Twists
• Page-turner

Cons:

• None of note

Cover Rating: 9.5

Overall Book Rating: 9.8 (5 out of 5 stars)

Thank you to the author, Emily Colin, for the opportunity to read and review this book! We look forward to what comes next!