About the Book

Threads that Bind by Kika Hatzopoulou

Genre: YA Fantasy

Book Review

A mesmerizing new fantasy about the threads of fate that bind us all. Combining mythology with a dystopian future, this author imagines a dark world where, in the worst neighborhoods, gangs help people survive.

Io, Ava and Thais are moira-born, meaning they can see the threads of fate that bind humans to each other and the things they love. Thais, the oldest, could weave new threads, while Ava, the middle, could intensify or weaken the feeling, and Io, the youngest, was the most dangerous: she could cut the threads.

After Thais took off, Ava joined a gang as a singer and Io began running a detective agency, investigating cheating spouses and children with a love of gambling. But when someone begins creating wraiths who began haunting the city, Io finds herself in the middle of it. She gets paired with the person her threads have declared her fated soulmate, Edei, but he already has a girlfriend. She has to navigate her longing for him while keeping those she loves safe from a sinister plot that has layers upon layers. No sooner is someone declared a suspect, then they become a victim. The mystery captivates as Io gets closer and closer to finding the person(s) behind it all.

Edei is perfection as a noble gangster. No sooner does he get paired with Io than he gets shot protecting her. He immediately trusts her and prioritizes her, giving some great romantic tension. Edei and Io delight in telling each other corny jokes, providing moments of lightness to counteract the dark scenes.

A great start to a fantasy series! The ending is satisfying, but definitely left room for another book. I cannot wait!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance review copy of this book.