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gypsydawn's review
4.0
3.4 rounded up
This book appears far more complicated than it really is, due to the use of special language and characters in names, etc. That’s a bit hard to follow, even with the generous explanation given by the author in the beginning (read that!). Yet once that is grasped, the plot smooths out and things become far more straight forward. Two higher class girls, in a civilization surrounded by thick jungles, are childhood playmates and possible future bonds (mates) of the prince brothers. Except no one likes who they should and they are all magi who favs their own unique powers.... and, of course, power speaks. And then they grow up.
Pros:
- Highly Inventive
- Characters are unique and stand apart.
- Nothing is really clear till the final page.... and even then..
Cons:
- High strung, even when it doesn’t need to be.
- Much of it is overly complicated for unknown reasons.
- World building is sparse when introduced, though this is obviously a very different world.
This book appears far more complicated than it really is, due to the use of special language and characters in names, etc. That’s a bit hard to follow, even with the generous explanation given by the author in the beginning (read that!). Yet once that is grasped, the plot smooths out and things become far more straight forward. Two higher class girls, in a civilization surrounded by thick jungles, are childhood playmates and possible future bonds (mates) of the prince brothers. Except no one likes who they should and they are all magi who favs their own unique powers.... and, of course, power speaks. And then they grow up.
Pros:
- Highly Inventive
- Characters are unique and stand apart.
- Nothing is really clear till the final page.... and even then..
Cons:
- High strung, even when it doesn’t need to be.
- Much of it is overly complicated for unknown reasons.
- World building is sparse when introduced, though this is obviously a very different world.
bookwormbunny's review against another edition
5.0
Betrayed Magi Rising book 1 is the first book that I have read by Raye Wagner and while I did enjoy this book it took me a minute to get into it. As I was reading this book I honestly felt like I had stepped into the middle of an already ongoing storyline and that I was missing quite a bit of information. While this feeling does lessen as I read, it doesn't go away completely. The author introduces the reader to two young girls - sisters. They start out close, but you can sense the distance between them even before the terrible and tragic accident that occurs.
The author takes the reader backward in time to different times. I liked having these glimpses to the younger days because the present day is when is Disa is older and supposed to be an adult. The story is heavy with the air of mystery that swirls around Disa the most. She's looked down upon by so many and I'm curious constantly as to why? Is it because of her magick? There are certain scenes of where I wanted more. I wanted Zadisa to slow down and listen to those around her, but she plows forward and so things are lost. I have to admit...being a huge lover of cats...one of my favorite scenes includes the dangerous panthera. I loved it. I liked the mystery of this mysterious but I wanted to know what exactly it is. What or who created it and why? I have my suspicions but I'm eager to learn more.
There isn't much that I don't like about this book. It's well written, and I enjoy the complexities between the characters. I just wanted the author to give me a bit more in certain scenes and situations.
Overall I am rating this book 4.5 out of 5 stars. I'm eager to learn what happens next and to see where this unique mystery goes that surrounds the characters and the dangers that they face.
The author takes the reader backward in time to different times. I liked having these glimpses to the younger days because the present day is when is Disa is older and supposed to be an adult. The story is heavy with the air of mystery that swirls around Disa the most. She's looked down upon by so many and I'm curious constantly as to why? Is it because of her magick? There are certain scenes of where I wanted more. I wanted Zadisa to slow down and listen to those around her, but she plows forward and so things are lost. I have to admit...being a huge lover of cats...one of my favorite scenes includes the dangerous panthera. I loved it. I liked the mystery of this mysterious but I wanted to know what exactly it is. What or who created it and why? I have my suspicions but I'm eager to learn more.
There isn't much that I don't like about this book. It's well written, and I enjoy the complexities between the characters. I just wanted the author to give me a bit more in certain scenes and situations.
Overall I am rating this book 4.5 out of 5 stars. I'm eager to learn what happens next and to see where this unique mystery goes that surrounds the characters and the dangers that they face.
emgibson77's review against another edition
4.0
This book was intense! It was written with so much emotion and anxiety. Once I started reading it, I couldn’t put it down. I loved the uniqueness of the storyline. It was full of twists and turns. I can’t wait to read more of this series!
koops333's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
Me too girl, me too.
"
Also this cover ^^^ made me want to read the novel!
I really enjoyed the uniqueness of the story- the world building was interesting, and the magic system was unique...but in the end... I am confusion.
spoiler questions:
Also, why did everyone believe his lies so easily..was it like some secret power of Zerôn's to get them to believe his manipulation? Also, Also, why did her sisters mood switch from hot to cold all the time?
I think I get the overall story the more I think about it, but the time jumps back and forth-and no one seeming to answer any dang questions made this read a little frustrating at times. Additionally, the lack of clarification for some of the character's motivations left me asking 'why' on a lot of plot points.
But hey, its on kindle unlimited right now- so if your looking for a unique read I would recommend!
"How can I help… When I don’t know what the fetid rot is going on?”
Me too girl, me too.
" Also this cover ^^^ made me want to read the novel!
I really enjoyed the uniqueness of the story- the world building was interesting, and the magic system was unique...but in the end... I am confusion.
spoiler questions:
Spoiler
What exactly was Zerôn's plan with the Magi? To inject them with panthera DNA to make them...more powerful? Why? To stop this mysterious bog? That wouldn't really make sense since Zerôn doesn't seem to care about anyone but himself, and there seems to be no other power players in this world- so why would they have to be more powerful?Also, why did everyone believe his lies so easily..was it like some secret power of Zerôn's to get them to believe his manipulation? Also, Also, why did her sisters mood switch from hot to cold all the time?
I think I get the overall story the more I think about it, but the time jumps back and forth-and no one seeming to answer any dang questions made this read a little frustrating at times. Additionally, the lack of clarification for some of the character's motivations left me asking 'why' on a lot of plot points.
But hey, its on kindle unlimited right now- so if your looking for a unique read I would recommend!
kelseylovesbooks1998's review against another edition
4.0
3,5
I have mixed feelings. It was very frustrating and sometimes garbled but the plot has a lot of potentials so I think I will stick with it.
I have mixed feelings. It was very frustrating and sometimes garbled but the plot has a lot of potentials so I think I will stick with it.
brennaj76's review against another edition
2.0
I’m not really sure how to ate this. There were some good parts and there were some not so good parts. First...the whole magic thing was interesting, but their names were confusing. Second...I have no idea how old anyone really was and Disa was pretty juvenile the whole book. I mean I think she’s supposed to be youngish, but how old is Rune supposed to be? Third...the back and forth of time was confusing. I feel like it would have been easier to read/understand if it started in the present, she could have her flashback, then go back to the present. And we get it...she loved/loves Zivrune *insert eye roll here*.
thegeekishbrunette's review
2.0
I found myself skimming this one since I never connected with the characters.
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