The Memory Hunters (The Consecrated)

Kiana (aka Key) Strade is blessed. Her ability to dive further into blood memories makes her special, and it would please her mother if she would devote those gifts to the temple. But that’s not what Key wants. She longs to work for the Museum of Human Memory, and with the help of her guardian, Vale, she might have found something significant. Her discovery could prove costly for both her and Vale as she begins to feel herself slipping away, and soon she’ll have to decide what she’s willing to give up to learn the truth.

The characters quickly feel like old friends, with the dynamic between Vale and Key immediately understood with their dazzling chemistry and clever banter. The connection between them serves as a lovely driving force for the story and its tone, with Tsai utilizing these characters to create something truly special. The world is a fascinating exploration of memories, from how they are handed down through generations to how they are used to define who you are. The culture that Tsai has created surrounding the concept of memories creates a landscape of twists and turns that keeps you captivated. The Memory Hunters is a hauntingly beautiful story about loyalty, discovery, memory, and the drive to find the truth.