House of Blight - (Threadmender Chronicles) by Maxym M Martineau

About the Book

"Edira Brillwyn is a threadmender. She holds a rare, lifesaving power that can cure disease and heal injuries in the blink of an eye. But magic always comes with a cost, and saving anyone sacrifices a sliver of her own life. She's always kept her abilities hidden ... until the powerful Fernglove family discovers her secret. The Ferngloves are charming and beautiful, possess powerful magic, and don't take no for an answer--especially Orin, the head of these ruling elites. When Edira's brothers unexpectedly contract blight--an incurable virus killing people throughout the town, and an illness too strong for her to heal them both--Orin offers to help. Together at his estate they'll research a cure while Orin slows their sickness and Edira hones her magic. His kindness and honesty surprises Edira, as does her undeniable attraction to him. But the other Ferngloves are suspicious of her power and may be more dangerous than the ever-present disease. The longer Edira stays within the confines of the Manor, the more the family's pristine exterior begins to crack--until Edira discovers a terrifying secret and must choose who she can save and at what cost..."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

"House of Blight is one of those books I had trouble putting down. I loved the totally unique magic system and the eerie but cozy setting... A must-read for any romantasy lover!" -- NISHA J. TULI, internationally bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen?

The first novel in an eerie, darkly creative, and romantic new gothic fantasy duology from Maxym M. Martineau, for readers of Sarah J. Maas and Rachel Gillig.

Edira Brillwyn is a threadmender. She holds a rare, lifesaving power that can cure disease and heal injuries in the blink of an eye. But magic always comes with a cost, and saving anyone sacrifices a sliver of her own life. She's always kept her abilities hidden...until the powerful Fernglove family discovers her secret.

The Ferngloves are charming and beautiful, possess powerful magic, and don't take no for an answer--especially Orin, the head of these ruling elites. When Edira's brothers unexpectedly contract blight--an incurable virus killing people throughout the town, and an illness too strong for her to heal them both--Orin offers to help. Together at his estate they'll research a cure while Orin slows their sickness and Edira hones her magic. His kindness and honesty surprises Edira, as does her undeniable attraction to him.

But the other Ferngloves are suspicious of her power and may be more dangerous than the ever-present disease. The longer Edira stays within the confines of the Manor, the more the family's pristine exterior begins to crack--until Edira discovers a terrifying secret and must choose who she can save and at what cost...

"[E]nthralling...With court intrigue, a dash of romance, and betrayal galore, this promises good things to come." -- Publishers Weekly

"[A] gorgeous fae gothic... I'm excited to see what [Martineau] does next." --ILLONA ANDREWS, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Review Quotes

"House of Blight is romantic fantasy at its finest. Martineau has created a world so vivid that the only thing that surpasses it is the cast of characters you can't help but fall in love with. The perfect mixture of magic, romance, and darkness, this is the romantasy every reader needs on their shelves." - Alexa Martin, author of Better Than Fiction
"House of Blight is a gorgeous fae gothic, a portal to an enchanting and treacherous world filled with beautiful beings and twisted magic, where nobody can be trusted and nothing is what it seems. Maxym M. Martineau is a captivating storyteller and I'm excited to see what she will do next." - Ilona Andrews, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"The first in Martineau's gothic fantasy duology is filled with unique magic, romance, and intrigue. Strong characters, rich worldbuilding, and mounting tension make this a delightful read." - Library Journal
"Martineau weaves together a beautiful, lyrically written tale of romance mixed with dark stakes that bite. House of Blight has all the ingredients to captivate romantasy readers from the very first page and keep them under her spell til the very last!" - Lyssa Mia Smith, author of Revelle
"Martineau weaves a tale so rich in detail, you can feel cool soil between your fingertips and smell the fresh scent of moss as you live Edira's story with her. A sumptuous blend of fantasy and intrigue, grim realities and glowing magic. " - Piper J. Drake, author of Wings Once Cursed and Bound
"Reading--nay, devouring--House of Blight was a feast for the senses. Martineau uses stunning imagery and vivid details to paint an alluring, Gothic-tinged portrait of beauty, intrigue, passion, and dangerous magic. Addictively enchanting."
- Claire Legrand, New York Times bestselling author of Furyborn
"Wrenching, thrilling, and wildly imaginative, House of Blight will surely hit the spot for all lovers of dark fantasy and sensual, complicated romance. Maxym M. Martineau's elegant prose leaves the reader breathless at the same time that it fuels strikingly nuanced characters as they move through a richly crafted world with a unique magic system and a hauntingly pervasive sense of danger and mystery. This is the kind of story that you just can't put down." - Thea Guanzon, New York Times and international bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars
"[An] enthralling gothic fantasy... With court intrigue, a dash of romance, and betrayal galore, this promises good things to come." - Publishers Weekly
"House of Blight is one of those books I had trouble putting down. I loved the totally unique magic system and the eerie but cozy setting. Martineau's vivid descriptions drew me right into this world, and the twists and turns had me wondering who to trust until the last page. A must-read for any romantasy lover!" - Nisha J. Tuli, international bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen