Review: Blood Beneath the Snow by Alexandra Kennington
Fantasy
Blood Beneath the Snow
Book Info
Released Date: March 11th
Publication: Ace
Pages: 416
Format: Hardback
“a richly layered world brimming with mythological depth, evolving gods, and political schemes sharp enough to draw blood”
I don’t know why I waited so long to start this book—but I’m so glad I finally did. If you're a fan of slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers, forbidden romance set in a deadly, god-soaked fantasy world, then this is absolutely the underrated gem you've been searching for.
From the very first page, I was hooked. This debut novel introduces a richly layered world brimming with mythological depth, evolving gods, and political schemes sharp enough to draw blood. It's not just world-building—it’s world-breathing. You feel the pulse of the realm in every chapter.
At the heart of the story is Revna, a hidden royal who was never supposed to be part of her family's brutal trials for the crown. Without magic, without strength, she was meant to be bartered away in marriage. But Revna dreams of a better kingdom—one where those like her aren’t powerless. So when she chooses to step into the deadly competition between her siblings, the stakes rise immensely.
Her one hope? A forbidden, unlikely alliance with Hellbringer—her enemy, her stalker (lowkey), and now… her secret trainer. Yes, that Hellbringer. The god-touched warrior with a tragic past and an attitude sharp enough to cut glass. The chemistry between them is explosive. Every shared glance, every training session crackles with tension. And while they may be enemies bound by ancient laws and royal bloodlines, their connection feels fated.
This isn’t a story that rushes romance. The slow burn is painfully perfect. The romance grows in the shadows of the trials, with loyalty and betrayal hanging in the balance. You’ll root for Revna—not just to win the crown, but to survive long enough to claim her place, her power, and maybe… her heart’s true desire.
⚔️ Deadly sibling trials
💔 Forbidden love
🔥 Tension-filled enemies-to-lovers
🌌 A living, breathing mythological world
This is the kind of book that leaves you wanting more the second you finish the last page. Thankfully, it’s only the beginning of a series—and I already know I’ll be following Revna and Hellbringer to the very end. If you’ve been sleeping on this one, wake up. You need this in your fantasy romance collection.
