“… the journey—as recounted in Tea’s evocative, sometimes distant, and sometimes flowery manner—is mesmerizing. Chupeco (The Suffering) does a magnificent job of balancing an intimate narrative perspective with sweeping worldbuilding, crafting her tale within a multicultural melting pot of influences as she presses toward a powerful cliffhanger.”

“The Bone Witch is a fantasy lover’s fantasy, with a rich history and hierarchy of its own. The secrets and workings of its magic are revealed slowly in a suspenseful novel that is sure to appeal to those with a love of serious, dark fairytales.“

“A high-fantasy Memoirs of a Geisha, Chupeco’s latest excels in originality… Chupeco is a writer to watch.“

“Fans of high fantasy looking for diverse representation will be eager to get their hands on this book…this will become a series to be reckoned with.”

“Chupeco craftily weaves magic, intrigue, and mystery into a captivating tale that will leave readers begging for thepromised sequel.”

“Readers who enjoy immersing themselves in detail will revel in Chupeco’s finely wrought tale. Game of Thrones fans may see shades of Daenerys Targaryen in Tea, as she gathers a daeva army to unleash uponthe world. Whether she is in the right remains a question unanswered, but the ending makes it clear her story is only beginning.“

“Readers intrigued by the carefully crafted magic and the evolution of Tea’s character from a homesick, guilt-ridden girl into the fierce warrior who opens the tale will discover a multi-faceted drama of revenge and heartbreak, culminating in a horrifying cliffhanger.“