Hey, im searching for a (character driven) fantasy book written by a female author with a female lead, who despite being strong doesnt loose her feminity over it. So absolutely no “not like the other girls” characters pls. I want a strong mc whos feminity is part of her, which she’s proud of. The book also would preferably not be solely romantasy. I love love love interpersonal relationships in books a whole lot but i would prefer the romance not being the sole focus.
Lois McMaster Bujold’s Chalion series, especially the second, Paladin of Souls. Also it’s just a superb book. One of my all time favorite authors.
Curse of Chalion is my all-time favorite book! Paladin of Souls is a great recommendation for this thread.