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Captive Rebel
by Erin McDermott
Captive Rebel is the first book in The Allegiance Series by Erin McDermott and takes place in the future. The world as we know it, is gone. The world is ruled by an elite group called The Allegient. They are favored by Zeus and Poseidon. However, a group of rebels, who live in the mountains are desperate for their freedom.
Due to a grave mistake made by her brother, Marylyn O’Conner must serve the rebellion to free her family. She is trained as a warrior and goes to live in the Allegient King’s household as a spy. However, Ariston, Prince of the Allegient, escapes from rebel captivity and seeks out the rebels who have infiltrated the castle. Marylyn makes a valiant effort as she flees but is captured.
Ariston treats his captive with kindness. They bond over their history and the pain they have endured over time. However, despite Marylyn’s growing feelings for Ariston, she has to escape. Her family’s lives depend on it.
This fast-paced dystopian fiction novel is mixed with fantasy, mythology and romance! It was such a unique blend of genres. I automatically became fascinated in the world and time period. I really wish there was a little more back story. They mention The Wars, which I assume ended modern society. Marylyn has a necklace that her mother gave her and on it is the Statue of Liberty. So the author definitely lays hints about the past. With this being the first book in the series, I can’t wait to see how the world came to this point. I also want to know how they came to worship Greek Gods. I love Greek mythology and this just made more interesting but created even more questions about this fascinating world.
I loved the two main characters. They aren’t perfect but they are both strong and determined. I love how their experiences create empathy towards each other, which then grows into something more. I love the introduction to this sweet, blossoming romance.
This book left me with wanting more. I want to know more about the history of the world and how it came to be. I also want to know more about the characters and their families. However, Book 2 of The Allegiance Series comes out November 4th 2017 and is called Immortal Rebel. I hope lots of the questions I have will get answered in Immortal Rebel. But overall, definitely a great debut novel and I will be waiting for the next installment!
Due to a grave mistake made by her brother, Marylyn O’Conner must serve the rebellion to free her family. She is trained as a warrior and goes to live in the Allegient King’s household as a spy. However, Ariston, Prince of the Allegient, escapes from rebel captivity and seeks out the rebels who have infiltrated the castle. Marylyn makes a valiant effort as she flees but is captured.
Ariston treats his captive with kindness. They bond over their history and the pain they have endured over time. However, despite Marylyn’s growing feelings for Ariston, she has to escape. Her family’s lives depend on it.
This fast-paced dystopian fiction novel is mixed with fantasy, mythology and romance! It was such a unique blend of genres. I automatically became fascinated in the world and time period. I really wish there was a little more back story. They mention The Wars, which I assume ended modern society. Marylyn has a necklace that her mother gave her and on it is the Statue of Liberty. So the author definitely lays hints about the past. With this being the first book in the series, I can’t wait to see how the world came to this point. I also want to know how they came to worship Greek Gods. I love Greek mythology and this just made more interesting but created even more questions about this fascinating world.
I loved the two main characters. They aren’t perfect but they are both strong and determined. I love how their experiences create empathy towards each other, which then grows into something more. I love the introduction to this sweet, blossoming romance.
This book left me with wanting more. I want to know more about the history of the world and how it came to be. I also want to know more about the characters and their families. However, Book 2 of The Allegiance Series comes out November 4th 2017 and is called Immortal Rebel. I hope lots of the questions I have will get answered in Immortal Rebel. But overall, definitely a great debut novel and I will be waiting for the next installment!