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Tina Kuligowski
February 6, 2026
Nyssa Blacksea! What a personality 😈
Oh wow—Black Sea Odyssey absolutely wrecked me in the best way.
This book is epic in scope, but what truly makes it unforgettable is Nyssa. She’s smart, fierce, emotionally layered, funny when she shouldn’t be, and deeply human in a way that’s rare for fantasy leads. I didn’t just root for her—I loved her. She may honestly be my favorite leading lady I’ve ever read.
The story itself feels mythic and sweeping without losing its intimacy. The worldbuilding is rich, the stakes are real, and nothing feels rushed or shallow. And the relationship building? Slow, intentional, emotionally earned. The kind that makes you feel every glance, every choice, every moment of vulnerability. It’s sapphic romance done right—tender, powerful, and woven seamlessly into the larger adventure rather than sitting on top of it.
Easily one of the best sapphic fantasy romance novels I’ve read in a long time. If you love epic journeys, unforgettable characters, and relationships that actually mean something, this one is special.