A Curse Carved in Bone, Danielle L. Jensen
A Curse Carved in Bone, Danielle L. Jensen
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A Curse Carved in Bone
Book Two of the Saga of the Unfated

Bestseller

Author: Danielle L. Jensen

Narrator: Nikolas Salmon, Nina Yndis

Unabridged: 14 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/13/2025


Synopsis

A shield maiden fights to break the shackles of prophecy—and to overcome the betrayal of the man who broke her heart—in this searing conclusion to the Norse-inspired fantasy romance duology that began with the bestselling A Fate Inked in Blood.

The secret of her divine heritage revealed, Freya finds herself on a path that will see thousands of lives lost to the magic in her blood. Desperate to avoid this dark fate, she risks an alliance with Skaland’s greatest enemy to seek answers from the seer who foretold her future—the same seer who sent Bjorn to kill her. 
 
While Freya still seethes with rage over Bjorn’s betrayal, the blood oaths that bind her demand that she keep him close as she hunts for a way to avert the looming war. Her magic draws her to the front lines of an old enmity, embroiling her with Nordeland’s Unfated—children of the gods who serve the king she was raised to fear. The same king who, unlike Bjorn, is now willing to fight at her back. For despite the desire that burns hot between Bjorn and Freya, his growing distrust of her chosen path threatens to drag them further apart.
 
As war approaches, gods and mortals must choose their weapons. Yet the fiercest battle will be the one Freya wages within herself. With the magic of two goddesses burning in her veins, she must weave the threads of destiny to decide her own fate: Will she be the shield that protects her people or the curse that destroys them?

About Danielle L. Jensen

Danielle L. Jensen is a master of weaving intricate fantasy worlds where fierce heroines, cunning villains, and impossible choices collide. Best known for her bestselling The Bridge Kingdom series, she crafts stories filled with political intrigue, slow-burn romance, and heart-pounding adventure. With a background in finance and a lifelong passion for storytelling, Danielle seamlessly blends strategy with imagination, creating narratives that feel as sharp as they are enchanting. When she's not conjuring new realms, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family in Calgary, Alberta. Her work continues to captivate readers who crave immersive fantasy with a thrilling emotional edge.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Anila on May 14, 2025

My rating is slightly biased because I didn’t do a reread and I forgot all the names and places besides our two leads. I struggled reading this book especially at the start and it took me a while to remember everything that happened in the first book. However, I don’t think that was the main problem......more

Goodreads review by Kayla on May 15, 2025

Going to need at least 7 business days to recover 😮‍💨 Danielle Jensen has done it again. Let me tell you… the angst and tension 🥵 the high-stakes action 🔥 the inner conflict 😵 and the TWISTS. Wow. How do I move on? I’m ruined🙃......more

Goodreads review by Caitlin on May 14, 2025

Guys I don’t care what anyone says, I think this is the best duology I’ve read so far! I love Freya’s character soooo much. I honestly wish this was a trilogy I kinda feel like there was a little more story to tell. But I do feel that it was wrapped up nicely, but I feel like there was even less rom......more

Goodreads review by Samantha on May 16, 2025

This was amazing!! I definitely loved this one even more! 🙌🏼 I am definitely a lover of A Fate inked in blood and after that shocking ending I felt like a Curse Carved in Bone ended this story perfectly with an amazing balance of action, magic and Bjorn & Freyas Romance. You can definitely expect lots......more

Goodreads review by Erin♡ on May 21, 2025

Wow wow wow this was SO good! I was so excited for this release and I'm thrilled it was even better than I anticipated. The first book was great, but I think the second was even better. It started out slow but it absolutely picked up and I did nottttt see the twist coming, my jaw hasn't dropped from......more


Quotes

Praise and Accolades for A Fate Inked in Blood

“Captivating and sexy . . . With a fierce heroine and a smoldering hero, A Fate Inked in Blood is everything you want in a fantasy romance.”—Elise Kova, USA Today bestselling author of A Deal with the Elf King

“A brutally sexy world filled with magic, prophecies, and Norse lore that will keep you flipping the pages well into the night.”—Olivia Wildenstein, USA Today bestselling author of House of Beating Wings

“This is Danielle L. Jensen at her best: a delicious and completely unputdownable fantasy!”—Katee Robert, New York Times bestselling author of Neon Gods

“Beautifully brutal, action-packed, and full of tension, A Fate Inked in Blood will be your newest fantasy obsession. I couldn’t turn the pages of this epic tale fast enough.”—Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Throne of the Fallen

“A scorching romance . . . [and a] thrilling new addition to Jensen’s catalog.”—Lexi Ryan, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Hollow Vows

“Danielle’s dark fantasy world is woven together with rich history and lore, and the angst between the two main characters kept me on the edge of my seat.”—Raven Kennedy, international bestselling author of Gild

A Fate Inked in Blood is THE must-read fantasy of 2024!”—Jennifer L. Armentrout, USA Today bestselling author of From Blood and Ash

“Impossible to put down, A Fate Inked in Blood is a fresh take on the shield-maiden myth and the romantasy genre.”Booklist

“Jensen [gives] readers a glimpse into a cold, violent society, but she doesn’t skimp on the heat . . . Romantasy fans will be ravenous for more.”Library Journal