"My first five star read of 2024. I started this one and could not put it down." --Rebecca Roanhorse, New York Times bestselling author of Black Sun

"This dazzling fantasy has it all: a richly developed world, a captivating ensemble cast, and a twisty, action-packed quest." --Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying

"The heist is suspenseful, the characters are well-shaded, and the world is richly imagined. Skillfully combining espionage, fantasy, romance, and a quest for justice, this marks Corland as an exciting new voice." --Publishers Weekly

"Five Broken Blades is daring, expansive and memorable. Although the protagonists are hardened criminals and professional killers, their vulnerability--and their struggles to be vulnerable--will have readers rooting for them from the beginning. This is a book to be consumed in one sitting, and will leave readers eager to hear more from a bold new voice." --BookPage

"Secrets are revealed, romance blossoms, passion is reignited, and blood is spilled... will keep readers turning the page." --Booklist

"With its six distinct POVs, Mai Corland makes each character just leap off the page with their unique voice, thoughts, secrets, and desires. This heist had me guessing until the very last page, and I absolutely loved this book. I couldn't put it down!" --Nisha J. Tuli, bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen

"With vivid worldbuilding and unforgettable characters, Five Broken Blades is a gripping, unputdownable read that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page!" --Lynette Noni, #1 bestselling author of The Poison Healer series