A Magic Steeped in Poison

Since I've been in the mood for a fantasy, but not the bogged down 1000-pager, 10 book series, grimdark type, finding A Magic Steeped in Poison was exactly what I wanted and it delivered a ‘lighter' yet intricate story filled with magic, intrigue and a bit of romance. I haven't read a lot of YA fantasy to compare too, but I really enjoyed this one. Combining Asian elements and a brand new world to explore with an interesting premise that combines teas and magic, it seemed like a breath of fresh air. It is nice to see a Canadian join the ranks of popular YA, and I am happy to support this one for sure! The only downside: it ends on a cliffhanger! Upside: the second book will be out in August, so I don't have long to wait! I think if your not into YA fantasy, this won't convince you to get on board, but if you enjoy it and are looking for something new and refreshing, you might just find it here.