--- product_id: 546730421 title: "The Wren in the Holly Library (Deluxe Limited Edition) by K.A. Linde" price: "R1065" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/546730421-the-wren-in-the-holly-library-deluxe-limited-edition-by store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # The Wren in the Holly Library (Deluxe Limited Edition) by K.A. Linde **Price:** R1065 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Wren in the Holly Library (Deluxe Limited Edition) by K.A. Linde - **How much does it cost?** R1065 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/546730421-the-wren-in-the-holly-library-deluxe-limited-edition-by) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Don't miss out on the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last― featuring gorgeous sprayed edges with stenciled artwork, as well as exclusive endpapers and special design features. This breathtaking collectible is only available on a limited first print run, a must-have for any book lover while supplies last in the US and Canada only. The instant New York Times bestseller Can you love the dark when you know what it hides? Some things aren’t supposed to exist outside of our imagination. Thirteen years ago, monsters emerged from the shadows and plunged Kierse’s world into a cataclysmic war of near-total destruction. The New York City she knew so well collapsed practically overnight. In the wake of that carnage, the Monster Treaty was created. A truce...of sorts. But tonight, Kierse―a gifted and fearless thief―will break that treaty. She’ll enter the Holly Library...not knowing it’s the home of a monster. He’s charming. Quietly alluring. Terrifying . But he knows talent when he sees it; it’s just a matter of finding her price. Now she’s locked into a dangerous bargain with a creature unlike any other. She’ll sacrifice her freedom. She’ll offer her skills. Together, they’ll put their own futures at risk. But he’s been playing a game across centuries―and once she joins in, there will be no escape... The Oak & Holly Cycle is an epic five-book romantasy saga best experienced in order. Reading Order: Book #1 The Wren in the Holly Library Book #2 The Robin on the Oak Throne Book #3 The Raven at the Ash Door Review: Great read! - Even though i started out of sequence, i had to back to the first story to be able to move into the third. Great read, amazing characters, can't wait to open the next one! Review: Entertaining Story with Monsters, Magic & touches of Celtic lore - Monsters have come out of hiding, and the world is ever altered. When a desperate thief takes a job to steal a diamond from the library of one of NYC's wealthiest, she gets more than she bargains for. Turns out, the owner of said diamond is actually an ancient and powerful "monster." Instead of taking his vengeance on her, he makes a counter-offer that's too good to refuse. This was an interesting collaboration of a dystopian world with magic, monsters and elements of celtic folklore. Our heroine has had a rough life as an orphan, struggling to survive, along with her two best friends. The writing had a few issues from plot holes, unbelievable situations of seemingly miraculous recovery post-injury, and weakly written side characters. Likeable, sure - but felt more of an afterthought to the main story. Graves promises training as a bargaining chip to ensure her safety, but he deals in riddles, deception and an air of distrust - making it hard to truly LIKE him...nevertheless, While the beginning of the story was extremely entertaining, I began to get frustrated in the second half of the book. While there was diversity in monsters, we didn't really get much more than species-name-dropping with the exception of Vampires, Werewolves and a couple magic user types. I really would've loved more intensity in the danger, instead it fell flat. I was dismayed that any complications that our characters faced were too easily resolved, and the use of "Interludes" throughout the book felt a bit jarring from the story at hand, rather than to simply have multiple POV's written into the main story to fill in all the gaps I was eager for. Furthermore, the true significance of "the wren" in symbol and name isn't clearly explained, other than that there's an ancient history that references the title. I DID appreciate that this wasn't a Romantasy of just 🌶️S🌶️M🌶️U🌶️T🌶️ but that it actually had a story to it. That being said, there could've been a bit more built up & depth (no pun intended) to the relationship between MFC & MMC. By the end of the story, we end up with a LOT of unanswered questions....which our main heroine sets off to seek answers for - away from the manipulations of the quasi-love interest, the semi-triangle love interest(???), and different paths for characters who were set up to be more important to the MFC. The finale of a mysterious phone call to Graves by an unknown entity that teases readers to set up for the next book was a lazy way to rev up the next book. (Which of course, I had already pre-ordered when I bought this copy - so, because I'm not a quitter, I'll be reading it too.) I am a bit confused by the number of poor reviews I've perused. While the story did utilize familiar tropes, had a few plot holes, and ultimately could've been much longer with more details added - it felt more like a set up for the next book (another common thing in the Romantasy genre where the 1st book isn't as good as the next one(s) in the series. Was it THE BEST book I've ever read? Certainly not, but I'm happy with my purchase and will be glad to have this story (and the next) remain in my personal library. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #91,602 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #260 in Urban Fantasy (Books) #777 in Paranormal Fantasy Books #1,072 in Romantasy (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 5,647 Reviews | ## Images ![The Wren in the Holly Library (Deluxe Limited Edition) by K.A. Linde - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91qOSBbxagL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great read! *by S***S on September 19, 2026* Even though i started out of sequence, i had to back to the first story to be able to move into the third. Great read, amazing characters, can't wait to open the next one! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Entertaining Story with Monsters, Magic & touches of Celtic lore *by K***R on October 28, 2024* Monsters have come out of hiding, and the world is ever altered. When a desperate thief takes a job to steal a diamond from the library of one of NYC's wealthiest, she gets more than she bargains for. Turns out, the owner of said diamond is actually an ancient and powerful "monster." Instead of taking his vengeance on her, he makes a counter-offer that's too good to refuse. This was an interesting collaboration of a dystopian world with magic, monsters and elements of celtic folklore. Our heroine has had a rough life as an orphan, struggling to survive, along with her two best friends. The writing had a few issues from plot holes, unbelievable situations of seemingly miraculous recovery post-injury, and weakly written side characters. Likeable, sure - but felt more of an afterthought to the main story. Graves promises training as a bargaining chip to ensure her safety, but he deals in riddles, deception and an air of distrust - making it hard to truly LIKE him...nevertheless, While the beginning of the story was extremely entertaining, I began to get frustrated in the second half of the book. While there was diversity in monsters, we didn't really get much more than species-name-dropping with the exception of Vampires, Werewolves and a couple magic user types. I really would've loved more intensity in the danger, instead it fell flat. I was dismayed that any complications that our characters faced were too easily resolved, and the use of "Interludes" throughout the book felt a bit jarring from the story at hand, rather than to simply have multiple POV's written into the main story to fill in all the gaps I was eager for. Furthermore, the true significance of "the wren" in symbol and name isn't clearly explained, other than that there's an ancient history that references the title. I DID appreciate that this wasn't a Romantasy of just 🌶️S🌶️M🌶️U🌶️T🌶️ but that it actually had a story to it. That being said, there could've been a bit more built up & depth (no pun intended) to the relationship between MFC & MMC. By the end of the story, we end up with a LOT of unanswered questions....which our main heroine sets off to seek answers for - away from the manipulations of the quasi-love interest, the semi-triangle love interest(???), and different paths for characters who were set up to be more important to the MFC. The finale of a mysterious phone call to Graves by an unknown entity that teases readers to set up for the next book was a lazy way to rev up the next book. (Which of course, I had already pre-ordered when I bought this copy - so, because I'm not a quitter, I'll be reading it too.) I am a bit confused by the number of poor reviews I've perused. While the story did utilize familiar tropes, had a few plot holes, and ultimately could've been much longer with more details added - it felt more like a set up for the next book (another common thing in the Romantasy genre where the 1st book isn't as good as the next one(s) in the series. Was it THE BEST book I've ever read? Certainly not, but I'm happy with my purchase and will be glad to have this story (and the next) remain in my personal library. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I'm in love with a monster. *by K***M on June 19, 2024* K.A. Linde is a new to me author, though I have seen her name around. The Wren in the Holly Library got my attention, mainly for the cover. But the blurb had me hooked. This story was everything I wanted and then some. Initially, I thought The Wren in the Holly Library was going to be a Beauty and the Beast retelling. It is a little bit. But there’s also an element of Avengers and X-Men if you pay close attention. I honestly have no words for The Wren in the Holly Library. Or at least not the proper words. K.A. has laid out a truly engaging story of monsters and what it means to be a monster. She has written a heroine (Kierse McKenna) you can't help but cheer for and a morally grey hero (Graves) who steals your heart from his first word. When Kierse breaks into Graves’ brownstone to steal a diamond, she has no idea that he’s a monster. Meaning she just broke the Monster Treaty, which means Graves is well within his rights to kill her. Instead of making a mess of his library with Kierse’s untimely death, he hires her for a job he believes only she can do. While Graves educates and trains her for this job, he forces her to live with him in his house and orders her to stay away from her friends, which she considers family. There are twists and turns that will have you glued to the pages. I wasn't expecting there to be romance. And I definitely wasn’t expecting it to be so hot. It doesn’t matter who they are or where they come from, Kierse and Graves are perfect for each other. They are in fact the other half of each other. I love how K.A. has written a story providing breadcrumbs along the way. Every word of The Wren in the Holly Library is important. When all the words and breadcrumbs are put together it’s more than an aha moment. It’s a mind-blowing moment. I found the ending to be a little bittersweet. But there’s hope for the future. I’m just left wondering how all of this is going to play out. I am SO looking forward to the next book. ~ Favorite Quotes ~ “Appearances can be deceiving.” “No one could hurt you like family.” “It’s always difficult to speak of those who hurt us most.” **Received a copy of the book from the publisher and voluntarily reviewed it. 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