I love this so much 🥹 I don't read a lot of fantasy and this was my first one by T. Kingfisher (I already loved her horror works so I wasn't worried) and it definitely won't be my last. This was an amazing twist on a classic fairytale. I'm torn between wishing it were longer and knowing that it was the perfect length. To Toadling, you are such a sweetheart and I promise you that you do have a soul 🥺

Masters of Death is one of those books that reminds you why you love stories in the first place. It’s weird and wonderful and full of heart. The cast of supernatural characters is vivid and unforgettable, and the dialogue absolutely sparkles with wit and depth. The story flows across time and dimensions, weaving multiple perspectives into a kind of tapestry that’s intricate, surprising, and so utterly satisfying. Blake’s writing is sharp, elegant, and full of those “oh wow” moments that really make you pause and soak it all in.

But at its heart, this book isn’t about vampires, demons, or even Death, it’s about what it truly means to live. The immortal characters play their “game” as a reflection of human nature, full of love, loss, betrayal, and connection. It’s a meditation on life and love, on choices and consequences, all told through characters who feel so achingly real and romances that break and mend your heart in equal measure.

This is story isn't linear and is definitely not spoon-fed to you, it’s layered, interwoven, and poetic, and demands your attention, but it's rewarding. Every sentence carries weight, every twist resonates, and by the end, you feel both crushed and uplifted. It’s heartbreaking, hilarious, thought-provoking, and luminous. It's a story that reminds you of meaning, connection, and all of the fleeting emotions that come with being human and what you're willing to do to feel alive.