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3.55 AVERAGE
3.55 AVERAGE
I actually started this a while back but only picked up again recently. I love me some paranormal romance <3
Alex: Hey Chanel. You should check out this series by Kylie Griffin. I really think you'll love it.
Me: Sure, Alex. I'll add it to my list. (i.e. put it off for some other time)
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Me: Man, I'm in a slump and don't know what to read.
Alex: So yeah remember that series I told you about? Give it try! It might knock that slump out of you.
Me: Yeah, okay. I will. (I didn't)
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Me: MAN! I'm not finishing anything! UGH! Hey Alex, I think I'm gonna give Vengeance Born a try for real this time.
Alex: Yeah, okay.
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Me: OMG ALEX! THIS BOOK IS SOOOOO GOOOD!
Alex: Bitch, I tried to tell you! But also yaaaaaay!
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Moral of this story: Listen to your friends. Also she didn't really say bitch but I wish she would have because I devoured this book with my ENTIRE SOUL! I don't know why the average rating is so low but talk about an underrated treasure!
I have never read a story, especially a fantasy story that revolves around prejudice and how its treated. You are transported into a world where there are humans and Na'Reish. They are at war with each other. Its a long, slow war but a war nonetheless. Annika is Na'Chi. It's a hybrid; part human, part demon. She's also blessed by the Lady so she's able to heal people using her own energy in addition to herbs and salves. Because she's a half breed, she's been treated like trash her whole life. Her father mentally and physically abused her and since he's king, his followers do the same. Hesia is Annika's savior and when a Light Blade Warrior (human blessed by the Lady) is captured, she comes up with a plan to smuggle them both out.
Kalan is close to death and is ready to welcome it but to have a second chance at life, he must place his trust in Annika; not only to heal his physical wounds but to help him escape the prison as well as educate him on how he's been misled by myths about Na'Chi. It takes a while for him to open his eyes and see the truth but when he does it empowers him going forward.
I absolutely fell in love with both of these characters. You have Annika who has been treated horribly and has no reason to trust anybody and yet she still tries to use her skills for good. Rejection is ingrained into her psyche and trying to change that is Kalan's greatest battle. Kalan is so used to everything his heritage has taught him but Annika consistently proves him wrong in every way. They both believe in the same Lady; are gifted by the same Lady but learning to be more accepting and less judgmental not just among themselves but to channel that into their people was awe inspiring.
There are a handful of side characters that simply added extra spice to the story such as Rissa, Alek, Kymora and Varian. It all culminates into this giant reveal at the end that makes for a wild, sometimes emotional ride.
I cannot say enough good things about this story. So I'll end it here by saying give this book a chance! It's one thousand times worth it and I'm definitely diving into the remainder of the series right away.
Me: Sure, Alex. I'll add it to my list. (i.e. put it off for some other time)
--
Me: Man, I'm in a slump and don't know what to read.
Alex: So yeah remember that series I told you about? Give it try! It might knock that slump out of you.
Me: Yeah, okay. I will. (I didn't)
--
Me: MAN! I'm not finishing anything! UGH! Hey Alex, I think I'm gonna give Vengeance Born a try for real this time.
Alex: Yeah, okay.
--
Me: OMG ALEX! THIS BOOK IS SOOOOO GOOOD!
Alex: Bitch, I tried to tell you! But also yaaaaaay!
--
Moral of this story: Listen to your friends. Also she didn't really say bitch but I wish she would have because I devoured this book with my ENTIRE SOUL! I don't know why the average rating is so low but talk about an underrated treasure!
I have never read a story, especially a fantasy story that revolves around prejudice and how its treated. You are transported into a world where there are humans and Na'Reish. They are at war with each other. Its a long, slow war but a war nonetheless. Annika is Na'Chi. It's a hybrid; part human, part demon. She's also blessed by the Lady so she's able to heal people using her own energy in addition to herbs and salves. Because she's a half breed, she's been treated like trash her whole life. Her father mentally and physically abused her and since he's king, his followers do the same. Hesia is Annika's savior and when a Light Blade Warrior (human blessed by the Lady) is captured, she comes up with a plan to smuggle them both out.
Kalan is close to death and is ready to welcome it but to have a second chance at life, he must place his trust in Annika; not only to heal his physical wounds but to help him escape the prison as well as educate him on how he's been misled by myths about Na'Chi. It takes a while for him to open his eyes and see the truth but when he does it empowers him going forward.
I absolutely fell in love with both of these characters. You have Annika who has been treated horribly and has no reason to trust anybody and yet she still tries to use her skills for good. Rejection is ingrained into her psyche and trying to change that is Kalan's greatest battle. Kalan is so used to everything his heritage has taught him but Annika consistently proves him wrong in every way. They both believe in the same Lady; are gifted by the same Lady but learning to be more accepting and less judgmental not just among themselves but to channel that into their people was awe inspiring.
There are a handful of side characters that simply added extra spice to the story such as Rissa, Alek, Kymora and Varian. It all culminates into this giant reveal at the end that makes for a wild, sometimes emotional ride.
I cannot say enough good things about this story. So I'll end it here by saying give this book a chance! It's one thousand times worth it and I'm definitely diving into the remainder of the series right away.