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Rites of the Starling

A Slow-Burn Epic Romantic Fantasy
By Devney Perry
Series: Shield of Sparrows
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AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Rites of the Starling is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry's #1 New York Times bestselling Shield of Sparrows. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest... Read More
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AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Rites of the Starling is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry's #1 New York Times bestselling Shield of Sparrows. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger, and magic collide in a captivating romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros.

Calandra's five kingdoms are on the verge of destruction. The crux migration is coming. And in the wake of a devastating attack, I've been separated from the man who owns my heart.

I'm lost. Terrified. Homesick. Hunted by monsters, driven to exhaustion, and kidnapped by a powerful priest, the only thing keeping me going is the little girl counting on me to keep her safe.

It's my turn to become the Guardian.

Our lives change one fateful night. A night of death. A night of monsters. A night of truths. That night, I learn the real meaning of fear—and the depth of my own strength.

Everyone wants me to be something I'm not—a queen, a spy, a sacrifice. But what if I embrace my crown? What if the secrets I uncover save our realm?

What if my sacrifice means salvation for the man I love?

For too long, I've feared the monsters we make.

It's time to discover the monster within.

The Shield of Sparrows trilogy is an epic slow-burn romantasy best enjoyed in order.
Reading Order:
Book #1 Shield of Sparrows
Book #2 Rites of the Starling
Book #3 Coming Soon

Series: Shield of Sparrows

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  • Seven and the Swift
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    Seven and the Swift
    This epic romantasy is the conclusion to the Sunday Times bestselling Shield of Sparrows trilogy, which has sold over one million copies across the series so far. Pre-order the next instalment in the bestselling series, Shield of Sparrows.
    By Devney Perry
    Paperback
    $3299
    Elsewhere:
    $3800
    Pre-order
    Out 9 Mar 2027
  • Rites of the Starling
    Rites of the Starling
    AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Rites of the Starling is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry's #1 New York Times bestselling Shield of Sparrows. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger, and magic collide in...
    By Devney Perry
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    Available
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  • Seven and the Swift
    Pre-order
    Seven and the Swift
    This epic romantasy is the conclusion to the Sunday Times bestselling Shield of Sparrows trilogy, which has sold over one million copies across the series so far. Pre-order the next instalment in the bestselling series, Shield of Sparrows.
    By Devney Perry
    Hardback
    $5999
    Pre-order
    Out 9 Mar 2027
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    Add this gift set to your Shield of Sparrows or romantasy displays for an instant glow up! These make excellent presents for the reader who already has every special edition of their favourite book. They’re also great for book reviewers and bookish bullet journalers. Gift Set Includes Two 48-page dot grid journals Two magnetic bookmarks Vinyl sticker sheet Black gel...
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  • Shield of Sparrows
    Discover the instant #1 New York Times bestseller! Now in development as a feature film with Amazon MGM Studios, with John Wick screenwriter Derek Kolstad attached to write the script. A TREATY SEALED IN MAGIC. A FATE BORN OF MONSTERS. A LOVE FORETOLD BY LEGEND. Shield of Sparrows is a slow-burn, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781682816752

Publisher: Entangled: Red Tower Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 April 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Entangled: Red Tower Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 163.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 635g

Pages: 500

Collections

Devney Perry Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Romance Romantasy (Fantasy Romance) Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: Shield of Sparrows

About the Author

Devney Perry is a #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author of more than forty romance novels. After working in the technology industry for a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to pursue her passion for writing. She was born and raised in Montana and now lives in Washington with her husband and two sons. devneyperry.com

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