The God and the Gwisin

The God and the Gwisin by Sophie Kim is a swoony, genre-blending sequel that wraps a fated love story inside a thrilling, magical mystery. Following the events of The God and the Gumiho, this second book in the Fate’s Thread duology invites readers into a world where ancient legends, cheeky banter, and heartfelt romance collide.

At the heart of the story is Kim Hani, once feared as the Scarlet Fox, a powerful gumiho now living quietly and working in a café. Her goal is simple: keep her head down and avoid the annoyingly persistent customer who just happens to be Seokga, a trickster god exiled from the heavens after a failed coup. He now spends his time chasing down dark creatures and, unintentionally or not, getting under Hani’s skin.

When a dangerous demon escapes from the underworld, Seokga is given one chance at redemption. All he has to do is eliminate the threat and bring the Scarlet Fox to justice. But Hani is not ready to be anyone’s target. She inserts herself into Seokga’s investigation with every intention of steering it off course. She is ready for anything, except falling in love.

This book leans into themes of heartbreak, soulmates, and redemption while keeping things light with quick wit and hilarious dialogue. While the first book focused more on a murder mystery and trickster gods, The God and the Gwisin deepens the emotional core, adding tenderness and vulnerability to the chaos. And yes, Seokga is still the world’s worst detective, but somehow that only makes him more endearing.

Perfect for fans of Korean dramas, urban fantasy, and romantic comedy with a mythical twist, this story is a heartfelt continuation full of magic, mischief, and second chances. If you believe in reincarnation, destined love, or simply enjoy stories with a lot of heart, this one belongs on your shelf.