Cottia’s life is not the one she would have chosen. A seventeen-year-old assassin is unusual but her deadly gifting makes it easy. A mere mental ‘pinch’ and any of the Whyzer’s enemies fall down lifeless. Cottia is sick of being used as a tool in a game of power but how can she free herself
when her friend’s life hangs in the balance? She makes a deal with the Whyzer for her freedom, but it’s not as easy as it seems. She must seduce a prince and start a war by assassinating a noble. Can Cottia finish this last hit and gain her freedom? Can she even have a life outside this lethal
profession?
Ruthless is a fantastic fusion of Latin regency and fantasy.
A steamy slow-burn romance without the spicy scenes. Cottia’s headstrong spirit and determination kept me rutting for her even as she acted out her deadly mission. Her protectiveness over her friend and battle for both of their freedoms is admirable. Don’t even get me started about the hunk known as Prince Ezer! His noble spirit, wit, and all-around well-mannered nature will make you swoon.
Score sheet:
Spice/Romance: Mild kissing/embracing.
Violence: No excessive gore, but death and assassination mentioned multiple times.
Morals/Worldview: Christian worldview/allegorical God.
Recommended reading age: 16+
