BLADE OF SECRETS Bladesmith, Book 1

Emily Ellet offers an unflinching and elegant performance of this audiobook featuring a character with social anxiety. Ziva's magical blacksmith skill allows her to craft especially powerful weapons, which attracts a commission from a warlord. But after creating a devastating sword capable of stealing the secrets of its victims and learning of the warlord's intentions to enslave the world, Ziva and her younger sister flee. Protected by a handsome mercenary that Ziva can't keep her eyes off of, they make a quest to keep the sword safe from the unworthy. Ellet's vocal versatility and steady pace capture several characters seamlessly while guiding listeners through budding romance, anxiety attacks, and the steadfast strength of a character who proves herself even at her worst. A.K.R. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2021]