Seven Faceless Saints is a dark and action-packed adventure. It follows Rossana and Damian, once childhood sweethearts and now mortal enemies. Everyone knows Damian’s father gave the order to kill Rossana’s father, a deserter. When Damian returns from the front lines, he realizes that the girl he once loved is lost to him forever. But all is not well in the Palazzo, as a murder stalks and kills without warning. As Roz and Damian race to find the murderer, mysterious clues indicate that an ominous magic lurks nearby…

What a fantastic debut! M.K. Lobb navigates a murder mystery, failed romance, and burgeoning friendship with ease. Roz and Damian have deep scars between them and only the most dire circumstances can force them to reconcile. As the story unravels, both must make heartbreaking choices. Roz is bisexual and I may have read into it, but Damian might identify as demisexual or demiromantic. As promised, Roz is very stabby and Damian is very soft, which I loved!!

The story had excellent pacing; it felt like there was never a dull moment. The magic system was well-designed and filled with interesting details. I was truly stunned by the twist when the murderer was revealed!! I would recommend this book especially for fans of Emily Thiede (This Vicious Grace) and Jay Kristoff (Nevernight). I am really looking forward to the sequel after that thrilling conclusion!! 

Thank you to M.K. Lobb, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.