Of Wind and Fate (The Making of Myth)
by Robyn AbbottCategory
About this book
From #1 Amazon bestselling author Robyn Abbott comes the first release in a devastating, sprawling epic fantasy series. Lover. Soothsayer. Harbinger. On an island where dreaming is forbidden, and prophecy is punishable by death, Mira is a Goldkeeper—trained from a young age to guard a nobleman’s wealth, bear his heirs, and surrender any daughters she might have to the ruthless order that raised her. But when a chance encounter with a raider from across the sea means Mira is mistaken for a prisoner in need of rescue, she’s spirited away to a floating city. Its king promises to secure Mira’s passage home if she’ll read his fortune first. While Mira learns the heretical art of rune casting to uphold her end of the bargain, she finds herself drawn to the lighthearted raider who liberated her in error. He’s everything she was warned about: a thief, a heathen, and an impossibly beautiful temptation. Loving him would make her a traitor to her order. As Mira’s disappearance sets her homeland on a path to violence and ancient powers begin to stir, Mira will have to decide if fate is something to obey or something to defy. Her heart, and the future of kingdoms, hangs in the balance. A viking-inspired fairy tale rife with prophecies, court intrigue, and heart-wrenching forbidden love, OF WIND AND FATE is perfect for fans of Throne of Glass, The Knight and the Moth, and The Priory of the Orange Tree.
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"My mind is still reeling. Of Wind & Fate is an emotional rollercoaster in the best way. The story is told entirely from Mira’s point of view, framed as if she’s writing directly to the reader. In a genre saturated with multi-POV narratives, this felt incredibly refreshing. Experiencing the world—and every other character—solely through Mira’s perspective made everything more intimate and, at times, beautifully unreliable. Mira herself is a fantastic FMC. She can be a bit naïve early on, but it makes perfect sense given her sheltered upbringing. What truly stands out is her character arc. Watching her grow from who she is at the beginning into who she becomes by the end is deeply satisfying—honestly, wow. Since this is an ARC, I won’t spoil anything, but I can say this: the writing is lyrical, immersive, and absolutely beautiful. The worldbuilding feels fresh and distinct, especially in the contrast between the Isle and Aalt, the two primary settings. I also loved how the story weaves in Mira’s experience of learning a new language and culture, and how that challenges and reshapes the beliefs she carried with her. If you’re looking for a story that takes you on a journey—one with a tender, slow-burn romance (minimal spice, maximum yearning), touches of suspense, and a whole spectrum of emotion—this book delivers. Many Thanks to the author for gifting this book!!! ["
May 17, 2026