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beckylej's review against another edition
4.0
As war rages on between the Dragonfly territories and Merrow Kingdom, the archivists inside Ortana maintain a precarious neutrality. Lina, one of the apprentice archivists, has eavesdropped on enough closed-door meetings to know that Solace will only be safe when the war comes to an end. She's been paying close attention, though, and so far nothing has hinted at an end to the fighting. What's more, her latest spying reveals the archivists have made a dangerous deal with Merrow that could threaten Ortana itself.
Lina isn't privy to exactly what this deal is until she meets Ozben, one of the refugees living in Ortana. But Ozben isn't a regular refugee. Ozben is a prince of Merrow. Lina vows to keep his secret, finding a friend in the heir and in turn shares a secret of her own. A discovery she made hidden in the tunnels of Ortana. A ship made from technology no one in Solace has ever seen.
Jaleigh Johnson first introduced readers to the fabulous world of Solace in the 2014 release, The Mark of the Dragonfly. Have no fear, though, this second in the World of Solace series is actually a stand alone sequel that can easily be read on its own.
Lina is something of an outsider. She's curious and reckless and has no real friends other than her own teacher. Ozben is exactly what Lina needs in that sense and the reverse is true for Ozben as well. For a refugee hiding out in hopes that no one discovers his real identity, Lina knowing his story comes as a a bit of a relief to the boy. Together they're able to be themselves.
Of course it helps that they have a common goal and adventure to share in. And, as it turns out, it's one that will call on the use of each of their strengths if they are to be successful.
Lina's story is an interesting one, but I think the book nerd in me was most captivated by the fabulous world of Ortana. Imagine living in a stronghold that collects and studies items and animals from different worlds! Tunnels and rooms - some of which have long been forgotten - filled with treasures like flaming cats and books that tell different stories to each different reader! What more could anyone ask for?!
The Secrets of Solace is due out March 8 and is a fun read for anyone (of pretty much any age!) who craves adventure!
Lina isn't privy to exactly what this deal is until she meets Ozben, one of the refugees living in Ortana. But Ozben isn't a regular refugee. Ozben is a prince of Merrow. Lina vows to keep his secret, finding a friend in the heir and in turn shares a secret of her own. A discovery she made hidden in the tunnels of Ortana. A ship made from technology no one in Solace has ever seen.
Jaleigh Johnson first introduced readers to the fabulous world of Solace in the 2014 release, The Mark of the Dragonfly. Have no fear, though, this second in the World of Solace series is actually a stand alone sequel that can easily be read on its own.
Lina is something of an outsider. She's curious and reckless and has no real friends other than her own teacher. Ozben is exactly what Lina needs in that sense and the reverse is true for Ozben as well. For a refugee hiding out in hopes that no one discovers his real identity, Lina knowing his story comes as a a bit of a relief to the boy. Together they're able to be themselves.
Of course it helps that they have a common goal and adventure to share in. And, as it turns out, it's one that will call on the use of each of their strengths if they are to be successful.
Lina's story is an interesting one, but I think the book nerd in me was most captivated by the fabulous world of Ortana. Imagine living in a stronghold that collects and studies items and animals from different worlds! Tunnels and rooms - some of which have long been forgotten - filled with treasures like flaming cats and books that tell different stories to each different reader! What more could anyone ask for?!
The Secrets of Solace is due out March 8 and is a fun read for anyone (of pretty much any age!) who craves adventure!
raeofmoon's review against another edition
Really liking this series!
Keep it coming
Keep it coming
annieliz's review against another edition
4.0
I don't know how she does it, but Jaleigh Johnson can drop you into a completely new world and make the reader feel right at home.
tahsintries's review against another edition
4.0
I picked this up on a whim at the library one day.One of my favorite things about these books is that there is no need to read them in any particular order. I actually read this one a few years ago,before mark of the dragonfly.The world building in this series is really good and the concept is excellent.
You have:
1 sentinent ship
1 lonely apprentice
1 hidden prince with a target on his back
Unlikely friendships
And 1 crazy adventure
You have:
1 sentinent ship
1 lonely apprentice
1 hidden prince with a target on his back
Unlikely friendships
And 1 crazy adventure
libscote's review against another edition
3.0
I feel like I missed something because I didn't see as much of a connection to the first book as I had hoped. Still, I enjoyed the story of Lina and Ozben. The beginning is a little slow but the second half makes up for it.
thomasray's review against another edition
5.0
this book is seriously good. I need it, and would buy it, but don't have the money.
this is worth reading and owning. I love the fact that the Merlin was not what I expected. this one is as good as the Mark of The Dragonfly, maybe even more so.
this is worth reading and owning. I love the fact that the Merlin was not what I expected. this one is as good as the Mark of The Dragonfly, maybe even more so.
repunzee's review against another edition
5.0
This book is phenomenal. I loved all of the twists and turns. They kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I kept thinking I must have reached the best part of the book and then, it just got better. I didn't see most of the twists coming but, after thinking it over they all make a lot of sense. I loved the characters and the world so much and can't wait to read more from Jaleigh Johnson.
simsbrarian's review against another edition
4.0
Lina is a thoughtful, rule-breaking, nearly manic-pixie of a girl who lives below one of the three Archivist mountains in her homeland of Solace. It is cold but it is filled with wonders: machines, technology, and animals salvaged from the meteor fields and brought back to be studied, repaired, improved upon and used. Lina's archivist mentor has grown increasingly distant and one leading archivist seems to hate her; as does his apprentice. So she spends her time hiding away in her workshop; a nearly impossible to get to cavern where she works on a half-buried air-ship the archivists have long forgotten. While the Iron War rages on above her, Lina meets Ozben, the "spare-heir" from one side of the war who is masquerading as a refuge to hide from assassins. Together, they might finally be able to free the ship from the boulders blocking its entrance. Ozben would love to use the ship to get back home. Lina wants to know the ship's secrets. Neither expect the ship to have its own desires... There are fantastical animals, delightful technology, and Lina is a strong and smart girl many will quickly connect with; particularly with her habit of (a bit Harry Potter style) taking things into her own hands a bit recklessly to seek out the truth and the best solution to problems on her own (and sometimes with her new Prince friend's help).
Anything you didn’t like about it? A few plot points which seemed to be strung along nicely for most of the book are a bit haphazardly and disappointingly info-dump-style explained/resolved in one chapter near the end. The world may have been more deeply developed in the first book set in this universe (Mark of the Dragonfly) but there does not seem to be a lot of character overlap; the book reads well as a stand-alone but likely would benefit from having read the first one to know the world you're stepping into better.
To whom would you recommend this book? Readers who enjoyed Mark of the Dragonfly but also readers who love a good bit of light fantasy with a hint of steampunk styling.
FTC Disclosure: The Publisher provided me with a copy of this book to provide an honest review. No goody bags, sponsorship, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review.
Anything you didn’t like about it? A few plot points which seemed to be strung along nicely for most of the book are a bit haphazardly and disappointingly info-dump-style explained/resolved in one chapter near the end. The world may have been more deeply developed in the first book set in this universe (Mark of the Dragonfly) but there does not seem to be a lot of character overlap; the book reads well as a stand-alone but likely would benefit from having read the first one to know the world you're stepping into better.
To whom would you recommend this book? Readers who enjoyed Mark of the Dragonfly but also readers who love a good bit of light fantasy with a hint of steampunk styling.
FTC Disclosure: The Publisher provided me with a copy of this book to provide an honest review. No goody bags, sponsorship, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review.
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