Suitor Armor: Volume 1 (Suitor Armor)

by Purpah

Secrets hide behind every corner of the castle walls in Suitor Armor, an exciting Webtoon romantasy graphic novel that follows lady-in-waiting Lucia as she tries to obscure both her identity and a budding romance.

While humans and fairies are at war beyond the castle walls, Lucia’s life is dedicated to helping prepare Lady Kirsi for her upcoming wedding to King Reimund.

Lucia’s time at court takes a dazzling turn when she accompanies Lady Kirsi to a royal tournament that calls together all of the kingdom's brave knights for a competition of strength and wit. A magically animated suit of armor, brought to life by Norrix the court mage's complicated enchantment spell, enters the ring and challenges the winning knight. Lucia is immediately attracted to the armor's dark, mysterious charm and lovingly names him Modeus. Bonded by their mutual status as outcasts within the kingdom, the two begin to develop an unlikely yet thrilling connection and sparks (both metaphorical and magical) fly. 

The truth is, Lucia is hiding a dangerous secret about her own identity. She is the enemy: a fairy. She fears being exposed to the whole human kingdom, but she desperately desires to learn more about herself--especially with arrival of a winged visitor who has infiltrated the castle walls for reasons still unknown... 

Complete with original behind-the-scenes content and a bonus storyline exclusive to the book, this first volume includes episodes 1-17 of the greatly successful Webtoon webcomic Suitor Armor and sets the stage for a grand adventure in magic, romance, mystery, fantasy creatures, friendship, self-discovery, and more!

• ISBN10: 0593835638
• ISBN13: 9780593835630
• Publish Date: 12 November 2024
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Publisher: Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed
• Imprint: Ten Speed Graphic
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 224
• Language: English
• URL: https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9780593835630

Reviews

[Quirky Cat]

Summary:

Lucia’s life changed forever during the human and fairy war. She was brought into the kingdom by the King himself, set to serve his daughter as maid and best friend. It’s been a happy life, for the most part.

The latest royal tournament signals the encroaching wedding. Lady Kirsi, the woman Lucia serves, is bound to wed King Reimund. That should be enough excitement, but the latest knight has caught Lucia’s eye.

Review:

How did I not hear about Suitor Armor sooner? I’ve only read the first volume of this series, and I am 100% hooked. I need more, and I need it now (thankfully, it is originally a webcomic, so I can dive right in).

Suitor Armor, Volume 1 is a brilliant introduction to a fanciful new world of fairies and medieval politics. There’s also magic and romance, so it pretty much has a bit of everything, as far as I’m concerned.

Lucia is such an endearing lead character. While she may have a huge secret, she has a big, open heart. For example, at least at first, she’s the only person to treat our dark knight differently.

I can’t wait to see where this story goes. It’s so sweet and compelling, even with the very real undertones of danger and corruption.

Highlights:
Originally a webcomic
Fantasy Romance
Faries & Court Politics
Magic & Knights

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