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3.67 AVERAGE
3.67 AVERAGE
Plot is little clunky in a wink to the reader sort of way. It’s an easy read with a bit more complications than necessary, however the book loving main character makes it a light story you can zip through.
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Minor: Cancer, Blood, Death of parent
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Switched to the audio which I enjoyed more.
I struggled with this book a little. It was slow but sometimes it felt strangely quick. Like slow build up to the CIA, but then she just takes their word for it (where are the credentials?!)
The ending left me curious about book 2, and I might come back to the series.
I received this book as part of a First Reads Giveaway.
I struggled with this book a little. It was slow but sometimes it felt strangely quick. Like slow build up to the CIA, but then she just takes their word for it (where are the credentials?!)
The ending left me curious about book 2, and I might come back to the series.
I received this book as part of a First Reads Giveaway.
Wow!!!! For a first book of a new series I was overwhelmed with the great plot, characters, time line it was superb and I hate it because it ended....with a cliff hanger which I'm betting leads into book 2. Omg, Joss Walker (JT Elliott) hurry up I'm not sure I'll be able to contain myself til it comes outs. If you like magic, modern twist to investigating, in I would think this time line....you'll live the book as much as I did.
Great job guys!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Great job guys!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I listened to this on audiobook and greatly enjoyed the narration. I liked the narrator's accents, though I can't speak to her accuracy. The story itself was fun. It's light, popcorn style fantasy with a dose of romance. The magic system is too soft for me and not adequately explained in my opinion. The characters are interesting enough but nothing amazing. The world building is similarly of average quality. The pacing moves very quickly and never left me bored. Honestly, my favorite parts are the literary references sprinkled throughout the story. This is a good palate cleanser book, and I'm looking forward to the next in the series.
Well, this was sure fun. A little Warehouse 13, a little The Librarian, a little Stargate - all things I love the most. They even snuck in a werewolf, which I usually hate, and made me not hate it. And the magic system was so fascinating, it's called the Torrent and those who have access to it can reach into it or go into it, like a magical river running near them. And there needed to be a series made with a librarian as the main character a very long time ago, so I'm thrilled.
Jayne didn't realize magic was real until she touched an old book and started to see and feel strange things. Then someone "appears" in the library and offers her a job working for the secret branch of the CIA. There are two organizations, neither of which seem fully on the up and up, but one is at least trying to save the world. When ancient legends cross realms with magic, anything is possible. Good thing Jayne loves learning and can think on her feet because she's about to get thrown in deep end headfirst with little time to learn and curveballs being constantly thrown her way. It's a heck of an adventure. And I loved every moment of it.
Also, Jayne is such a nerd in the best way. I kept giggling at all of her "literary" references to Harry Potter and Pride and Prejudice and Robin Hobb. She and I would totally be friends. Why oh why can't magic be real!
I received a free arc from the author and have reviewed it willingly.
Jayne didn't realize magic was real until she touched an old book and started to see and feel strange things. Then someone "appears" in the library and offers her a job working for the secret branch of the CIA. There are two organizations, neither of which seem fully on the up and up, but one is at least trying to save the world. When ancient legends cross realms with magic, anything is possible. Good thing Jayne loves learning and can think on her feet because she's about to get thrown in deep end headfirst with little time to learn and curveballs being constantly thrown her way. It's a heck of an adventure. And I loved every moment of it.
Also, Jayne is such a nerd in the best way. I kept giggling at all of her "literary" references to Harry Potter and Pride and Prejudice and Robin Hobb. She and I would totally be friends. Why oh why can't magic be real!
I received a free arc from the author and have reviewed it willingly.
I really like Jane’s personality, she’s quirky, nerdy and sounds like someone I would enjoy talking about books with. I do feel the book dragged on in some places but overall I enjoyed the book. My biggest complaint is Sofia. I read the Prequel first and really liked her character. I was disappointed that she was whiny and seemed a little childish for Jane to think it’s typical Sofia to be mad and not answer the phone.