Oathbound

In Oathbound, Bree Matthews confronts her powers and the Shadow King while her friends face a fractured Round Table and escalating dangers.

In Oathbound, the gripping third installment of the Legendborn Cycle by Tracy Deonn, readers are reintroduced to Bree Matthews, who has made the difficult decision to sever her ties with the Legendborn Order. Struggling with her immense powers, Bree believes that distancing herself from her ancestral connections and friends is the only way to protect them. However, this choice comes at a significant cost, leading her to form an unbreakable bond with the enigmatic Shadow King, a shapeshifter who exists between the realms of humanity and the demon underworld. As Bree trains under his guidance, she grapples with the implications of her new role as his protégé and the dangers that accompany it.

Meanwhile, the other Scions are facing turmoil of their own. With their Round Table in disarray and missing its crucial Kingsmage, the group finds itself on the brink of war. As tensions rise, Nick invokes an ancient law that compels the High Council of Regents to convene, but his hidden secrets threaten to unravel everything. As mysterious kidnappings and deaths of Merlins escalate, Bree realizes that her past is inescapable, no matter how far she tries to run from it.

Oathbound weaves a tale of magic, self-discovery, and the complexities of loyalty, showcasing the challenges Bree faces as she navigates her identity amidst chaos. The novel is rich with themes of power, grief, and resilience, making it a compelling read for those who enjoy intricate world-building and relatable characters.