by Allison Saft
First published 2022
Margaret Welty sees the hala, the final mythical creature still alive, which means the Halfmoon Hunt begins soon. The hunter who kills this legendary fox will gain wealth, fame, and access to ancient magic. Margaret shoots better than anyone in town, but the hunt requires pairs, and she lacks an alchemist partner. Weston Winters has been dismissed from every apprenticeship he's attempted. His final hope rests with Master Welty, but when he reaches Welty Manor, he finds only Margaret. She reluctantly lets him stay under one condition: he must enter the hunt as her partner. These mismatched allies discover an attraction growing between them as they prepare. The approaching hunt brings rising pressure and the discovery of dangerous magic that might secure their victory. They must decide if this dark power is worth the risk to their lives.
Genres: romance, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
384 pages · Hardcover · Wednesday Books