A review by amelianicholebooks
First Message by Sarah K.L. Wilson

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character

5.0

Review #2: I honestly am beginning to feel bad for Starie. I think she wanted power at any cost, but the cost was too high. Far too high.

Amel and the gang flees the healing arches, with every stop dodged by a horrible monster. Even in the city where they should be welcomed as heroes, something is wrong. 

Amel begins to learn more about the secret society her mentor is a part of and the prophecies that guide their actions. I would add more details, but I don't want to give spoilers.

Hubric is the only mentor that could possibly rein Amel in. I am so glad they were connected in their weird string of events way they were. 

Amel faces a tough choice in this one. I understand Amel's budding love for Leng, and in the face of all the things that Amel has accomplished and her heart for the truth, I can see why he likes her too.

I enjoyed the card games as much as I thought I would. Fun intrigue. 

Review #1: These books keep getting better and better. The dragon is still the best character, but really who can compete with a dragon? Amel is a refreshing hero, boldly good standing for the truth and keeping her word. I am so happy that she now has a mentor in Hubric, he is exactly the person she needs in her life (Hear that Sarah? Don't kill him off!). The way she dealt with the fact that she didn't get healed was exemplary, and I actually really liked it. The ending on this one though. Nearly gave me a heart attack. Sarah doesn't pull any punches.