Seventhblade

“Tonia [Laird] is a powerhouse.” — Katherena Vermette, award-winning author of The Break and The Strangers
“At its core, Seventhblade is a story of a mother’s love, her need for justice, and the discovery of her roots. Drawing on her Indigenous heritage, Tonia Laird weaves the tale of T’Rayles, a half-soul with a mysterious past, set in a world where gods roam freely. Deftly written with intricate worldbuilding and vivid characters, Seventhblade is fantasy at its finest … and I need a sequel!” — Allison Pang, writer of the Abby Sinclair urban fantasy series
“Tonia Laird tells a gripping story of grief, magic, and revenge while exploring the impact of generational trauma on a colonized people. At times brutal, nuanced, and compassionate, Laird writes with confidence and gives us a fantastic hero in T’Rayles.” — Trick Weekes, author of The Palace Job
“Laird delivers a gripping tale with a strong message that fantasy readers who enjoy action and adventure will relish.” — Publishers Weekly
“Seventhblade captivated me from the beginning…I loved a lot of things about this book—the older protagonist, explorations of grief and revenge, complicated family relationships, action-packed scenes, interesting magic, and the inclusion of the Northern Michif language.” — Helena Ramsaroop
“Centered around the strength of a mother’s love, laird’s world-building skills are second to none in this part-fantasy, part-social commentary tale of power and justice. Weaving in themes of colonialism, grief, revenge, and the complexity of relationships, the richly layered story features an older, battle-weary female protagonist that readers will both fear and admire. laird’s confidence and authenticity as a writer are palpable in this adventure-fantasy that leaves readers aching for a sequel.” — Saskatchewan Book Awards

Tonia Laird is a Michif author hailing from Treaty 6 territory, Canada. A writer who contributes to multiple mediums, her work includes the fantasy novel Seventhblade, credits on AAA video games Dragon Age 2 and Dragon Age: Inquisition, the mobile game Everlove: Rose, and the interactive novel Poster Girl. Her writing can also be found in multiple literary magazines and anthologies. In their spare time, Tonia and her teen son volunteer as land stewards, clearing invasive species to aid in the revival of native prairie plant life.

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