Title: When the Moon Hatched
By: Sarah A. Parker
Genre: Fantasy
Pages: 718
Release Date: November 24th, 2024
Rating: ★★★★☆
Summary from Goodreads:
The Creators did not expect their beloved dragons to sail skyward upon their end. To curl into balls just beyond gravity’s grip, littering the sky with tombstones. With moons.
They certainly did not expect them to fall.
As a valued Elding Blade of the rebellion group Fíur du Ath, Raeve’s job is to kill. To complete orders and never get caught. When a renowned bounty hunter is employed by The Crown to capture a member of the Ath, Raeve’s world is turned upside down. Blood spills, hearts break, and Raeve finds herself at the mercy of the Guild of Nobles—a group of dual-beaded elementals who intend to turn her into a political statement. Only death will set her free.
Crushed beneath a mourning weight, Kaan Vaegor took the head of a king and donned his melted crown. Now on a tireless quest to assuage the never-ebbing ache in his chest, his hunt for a moonshard lures him into the belly of Gore’s notorious prison where he stumbles upon something that rips apart his perception of reality. A shackled miracle with eyes full of rage and blood on her hands.
The echo of the past sings louder than the Creators themselves, and even Raeve can’t ignore the truths blaring at her from a warmer, happier time.
However.
There’s more to this song than meets the eye, and some truths …
They’re too poisonous to swallow.
When the Moon Hatched is a fast-paced fantasy romance for fans of witty banter and strong, sassy protagonists. Beneath the cover is an immersive, vibrant world with mysterious creatures, a unique magic system, and a love that blazes through the ages.
Review:
This book felt like stepping into a dream. The worldbuilding is lush and atmospheric. There’s magic, fate, and longing woven through every page, and I really loved how emotional the story felt without tipping into melodrama.
The characters were compelling, especially the MC, whose inner conflict carried just as much weight as the external stakes. That said, the pacing dragged a bit in the middle for me. Some scenes lingered longer than necessary, and I found myself wanting the plot to hatch a little faster. Once it picked up again, though, I was fully back in.
Overall, this was a beautifully written, moody fantasy with strong vibes and heart. Not quite a perfect read for me, but absolutely one I’d recommend if you love immersive worlds and slow burn tension.
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