This was such a tease! The writing is SO descriptive in this!
I instantly felt for Dawsyn and the people of The Ledge. The descriptions of the cold made me shiver and I'm sitting in my heated house!

Will definitely be grabbing a copy of this soon to find out what happens for Dawsyn, Hector and this community.

Interesting read by a debut author!!

Slow burn romance
Enemies to lovers
Shape shifters
Epic fantasy

This is a preview of Ledge by Stacey McEwan with just a few chapters that might pique your interest for the book.
I recommend getting this preview before buying the book to see if it's for you.

While it can be tricky to judge a book by just a handful of pages, I can safely say that I cannot wait to pick this up and read it in it's entirety. It gave off Hunger Games vibes, which will appeal to many YA and Fantasy readers. The world was vibrant, I already have many questions about where the story is going and the world we were introduced to, and the pacing seemed fast enough to keep you turning the pages. I'd wait to read more before recommending it out to folks but since it's on my TBR, that shouldn't be a problem! 4/5 on what I have read so far.

I’m not sure how I feel about this one. The FMC and MMC are your pretty typical romantasy leads, but the twists and turns still managed to keep me hooked. It had a great balance between spice and plot, although the dialogue was a little cringe-y. Overall, I give this book a solid 3 stars. I will be continuing on with the next book before I make a decision whether or not to finish the series.

**Thank you to Angry Robot and NetGalley for the sampler of this book**

Review of The Ledge by Stacey McEwan

Stacey McEwan’s The Ledge presents a harsh and unforgiving world, where survival is a constant battle and escape seems impossible. The premise is intriguing: a civilization trapped on a frozen mountain, entirely reliant on the terrifying Glacians, who demand human sacrifices in return for supplies. Dawsyn, a fierce and determined protagonist, finds herself chosen for this fate but refuses to accept it without a fight.

The novel starts strong, drawing readers in with its bleak setting and high-stakes tension. Dawsyn is a capable and hardened character, shaped by years of struggle. However, while her resilience is admirable, her personality can sometimes feel one-dimensional, with much of her characterization revolving around anger and survival instincts. The introduction of Ryon, a half-Glacian offering to help her escape, adds an interesting layer of conflict, though their dynamic follows familiar enemies-to-allies (and possibly more) tropes.

The worldbuilding is atmospheric but somewhat sparse. The concept of the Ledge is unique, yet the book leaves many questions about its origins and the Glacians unanswered. While some of this is likely intentional, meant to be explored in future installments, it does make the setting feel underdeveloped in places.

Pacing-wise, the story moves quickly, with plenty of action and tension to keep readers engaged. However, the writing style leans toward straightforward prose, which, while accessible, sometimes lacks the depth and emotional nuance that could elevate the novel’s more intense moments. The romance element is slow-burning, but its progression may feel a bit predictable for seasoned fantasy readers.

Overall, The Ledge is an entertaining debut that delivers on action and stakes, even if it doesn’t fully realize its potential in worldbuilding and character depth. Fans of fast-paced fantasy with survivalist themes and a touch of romance will likely enjoy it, but those looking for deep lore and intricate character development may find it lacking.

Rating: 3.5/5

I heard about this book from booktok and came her read the sampler. So far, it was a promising start. I enjoyed the writing style of Stacey McEwan and will be purchasing the book to read.

I’ve been hooked from the start : the witting is immersive and captivating, the world building is intriguing and the tension between the characters immediate! I simply loved it!

i accidentally i downloaded this by mistake- i have no review to write for this title currently so i will not post one publicly and will instead leave this here! thank you 💫

I'd seen 'Ledge' floating around on the internet and was interested in reading it, but I've been bitten by BookTok and BookTube hype before. This sample allowed me to confirm that McEwan's writing definitely confirms the hype and that I'd enjoy this book. Can't wait to pick it up!

The first few chapters captivated and hooked me in, but felt like it was any other enemies to lovers book, she gets captured he rescues her and they end up falling for one another, so whilst the start showed promising stuff it then reverted to the usual ways of doing things, saying that I did enjoy her way of writing and I did feel hooked in the first few chapters, alas I’m giving it 4 ⭐️ because the actual story was good, other than just I’ve seen it happen in 100 books before this one.

I just read the sample of Ledge, and I’m already hooked! The world-building is intriguing, the tension is immediate, and the writing pulls you in from the start. I can already tell this story is going to be full of intensity, survival, and unexpected twists. If the rest of the book is anything like these first pages, I know I’m in for a wild ride—I can’t wait to keep reading!

The Ledge by Stacey McEwan is a promising debut that hooked me from the start with its unique, icy setting and the intriguing concept of winged creatures stealing humans for their souls. Dawsyn, the strong, axe-wielding protagonist, is definitely a highlight—she’s tough, determined, and easy to root for.

The enemies-to-lovers dynamic with Ryon, the quiet and stoic winged warrior, was engaging, though I’d have loved to see more depth in their relationship. The world-building was interesting, though at times a bit confusing, and while the pacing was slower in some parts, I still found myself invested enough to push through.

The romance is more of a medium burn, but it was still satisfying, and I’m excited to see how their story develops. While the book could’ve used more descriptive details and some tighter world-building, it’s a solid start to a series that I’m definitely looking forward to continuing.

Thank you to NetGalley and Angry Robot for the free sample.
I just cannot get over how beautiful this cover is! I’ve had my eye on it for a while but hadn’t picked it up yet. I definitely will now! I’m intrigued by the world building and the set up just in the first two chapters. It is written in third person present tense which is challenging for me to get into but I’m interested to see how I feel about it as a whole book.

The first two chapters are really engaging and captivating! I’m excited to continue the rest of the book and see what all it has to offer!

I had the privilege of reviewing Ledge before it's release, so seeing this sampler published in the lead-up to the sequel's release was exciting!
Ledge was one of my favourite reads of 2022, and I love the hype it's getting, especially from the author on her social media, which is brilliant.
This sample provides just enough to reel the reader in and encourage them to read the entire book. Obviously, it leaves you wanting more, but that is the intention behind it.
I honestly cannot wait to read Chasm and definitely re-read Ledge before its release

This sample definitely drew me in! After getting adjusted to the third person narrative this story really startled to unfurl a unique and interesting world of survival and cold that our FMC Dawsyn must survive in. She is strong and is the last of her family but so determined to survive and help those she cares about. I’m excited to find out more about her and how she overcomes the seemingly insurmountable world she’s lived in her whole life.

Ledge reminds me a bit of the hunger games in terms of survival of the fittest, limited supply delivery, and an unknown stronger force controlling a smaller population that’s kept in the dark.

Will definitely be picking this book up to continue on!

"Princess Academy" meets "The Lottery" meets...oh, I'm going to have to think about that one. A more adult-oriented fantasy/dystopian book than "Princess Academy", in any case!

These sample chapters introduce us to the world of the Ledge, where a tiny civilisation perches on a cliffside, constantly battling the elements—and at risk of sliding into a crevasse—and a general lack of food, lack of trees, lack of resources. They're supported by the winged Glacians, which make regular supply drops...but never enough, and the Glacians' support comes at a cost: twice yearly sacrifices, villagers swept off by the Glacians to an unknown fate.

This (and the rest of the series—the second book is due out later this year) will likely appeal wildly to those who grew up with YA dystopia and are ready for something similar but smuttier, or for those who like fast-paced action in their fantasy worlds. I always appreciate sample chapters for giving me a sense of what to expect from a book, and this is no exception—an introduction to Dawsyn, to her world...and the knowledge that things are about to change for her, and quickly. For the most part I've gone in a different direction since moving on from the dystopian YA I once read a lot of (blame "The Hunger Games", probably), but had the wind shifted perhaps I would have ended up on a Ledge more often.

Thanks to the author and publisher for providing this preview through NetGalley.

I’d seen this book while scrolling for some new additions to my TBR and a deadly chasm, winged species and a tough FMC definitely snagged my attention!

The opening is very Game of Thrones-esque, you know ‘Winter is coming’ kind of vibe - setting the scene of a mountain in the constant throes of frost and blizzards. We get a small insight into the origins of the Ledge that the villagers live on, through our main FMC Dawsyn and foreshadowing of what might be to come in this year’s selection when the Glacian’s return to wreak havoc and take their pick of the herd.

I’m definitely intrigued and would love to know what happens next!

Only reading the first two chapters definitely sucked me into this story! I will be adding this one to my tbr to continue reading in the future!