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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Wing Rebel by M.A. Arana raises the stakes in The Wings Series with a sweeping tale of magical war, familial betrayal, and painful growth. As the sorcerous Garghons launch a devastating assault on the realm, King Mabon Sevilla’s children must step into their own destinies. We're with Sada, who harnesses immense powers but faces isolation, while twins Xander and Xio struggle to navigate their conflicting loyalties and forbidden desires. The return of the dark queen Ibis threatens to unravel everything, as ancient grievances, romantic tension, and political intrigue collide. Wing Rebel explores the cost of legacy and the bonds that hold people together even when the world is falling apart.
Author M.A.. Arana has a fantastic sense of control over the whole story world and is adept at linking ideas together, and this makes for a world brimming with magic, emotion, and narrative ambition. I thought the familial dynamics were particularly strong, and a really interesting core part of the story that grounds the fantasy elements in real emotional stakes. Sada’s journey is powerful and tender, while Xander's and Xio’s arcs are rich with vulnerability and tension. There's a lot of elegant prose that's mixed in with fierce dialogue exchanges, and this is perfectly matched to the high drama and sweeping world-building of the series. The blend of fantasy action and intimate character moments keeps the story both epic and personal. Overall, Wing Rebel is a beautifully crafted fantasy saga that delivers thrilling conflict, heart-wrenching choices, and the magic of found family. I would certainly recommend it to fantasy fans everywhere to enjoy.
