House of Earth and Blood< strong> is a 2020 fantasy novel by Sarah J Maas It is the first book in the Crescent City series The book follows the story of Bryce Quinlan a half fae half human assassin who is trying to find her place in the world after the murders of her friends < p> Bryce is joined by her friends Hunt Athalar a fallen angel and Ruhn Danaan a fae prince Together they must face a new threat to Crescent City: the Asteri a group of immortal beings who rule over the city < p> House of Earth and Blood< strong> is a fast paced action packed novel that is full of magic mystery and romance Maas s writing is beautiful and her characters are complex and well developed If you enjoyed Maas s previous novels such as Throne of Glass< strong> and A Court of Thorns and Roses< strong> then you will definitely love House of Earth and Blood< strong> < p> Here are some of the things that readers have said about House of Earth and Blood< strong>:< p> If you re looking for a fast paced action packed read with a touch of magic and romance then you should definitely check out House of Earth and Blood< strong> It s a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it < p> House of Earth and Blood: A New Fantasy Series from Sarah J Maas< strong>< p>