The second irresistible adventure in the Compass and Blade trilogy, full of intrigue, sizzling romance, dark magic and monstrous beings.

A magical bargain always comes at a cost.

On Rosevear, Mira is plagued by nightmares. She is lost and untethered - and then the watch strike, burning her home. The attack ignites a spark within her, and Mira knows it's time to call in her bargain with Elijah, and tear down Captain Renshaw and the watch. But she must find allies to help her unlock her siren abilities, and the witches aren't all on Mira's side.

In Coven Septern, Brielle has always believed in her work as a hunter, is proud to slay the monsters plaguing their world. She's a trained weapon, a sharpened blade, a nocked arrow. She knows the blood she drains will be used for good, and yet her next assignment is a human girl. For in the eyes of the council, Mira is a monster, and monstrous creatures must be tamed ...

New for 2025, a compelling YA romantasy - the second book in the Compass and Blade series

About the Author

Rachel Greenlaw lives on an island in the middle of the Atlantic, with all the allure of tropical palm trees in the summer and spine-tingling storms in the winter. Her debut women's fiction novel, One Christmas Morning, is published in 2023. Shadow and Tide is the second in the Compass and Blade trilogy.

@rachelgreenlaw | www.rachelgreenlaw.com

Reviews

Praise for Compass and Blade:

I flew through each page... Readers will be truly captivated by Mira and her journey to find her father and herself along the way. A magical tale with a lot of heart' Alexandra Christo, author of To Kill a Kingdom

'Brimming with wild magic, adventure and dreamy romance, Compass and Blade is a tale to treasure. I was swept away by this enchanting, sea-spun fantasy!' Catherine Doyle, co-author of Twin Crowns

'Greenlaw's immersive voice and skilful world building shine in this YA debut, a feast for fantasy lovers and dreamers alike' Adrienne Young, author of Fable

'An addictive blend of lyrical prose, shimmering magic and whip-sharp pacing' Laura Steven, author of The Society for Soulless Girls

'A gripping, atmospheric fantasy of saltwater kisses, sharp-edged secrets and the siren call of the deep sea - I couldn't turn the pages fast enough' Kika Hatzopoulou, author of Threads that Bind

'[A] powerful, seafaring adventure, featuring a smart and sassy heroine and an irresistible love story' The Bookseller, Editor's Choice

'Romantic and full of high-seas action and adventure ... Brimming with fantasy and lore' Gabriela Romero Lacruz, author of The Sun and the Void

'A tale that will be sure to enchant readers from the very first page. Mira is as fierce as she is brave and empathetic, and her story is utterly unputdownable. A brilliant addition to the young adult fantasy canon' Ayana Gray, author of Beasts of Prey

'A pulse-pounding, sea-faring adventure steeped in magic, romance, secrets and betrayal. So immersive and exciting and richly atmospheric' Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn

Book Information
ISBN 9780008664763
Author Rachel Greenlaw
Format Hardback
Page Count 416
Imprint Harper Fire
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 270g
Dimensions(mm) 222mm * 141mm * 29mm