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Corsana: The Phalanx Syndicate by Charles Wellington II
4.0
Thank you, Charles, for sending me your book (in PDF format) in exchange for an honest review.
It’s been dubbed as “The magical qualities of Harry Potter meet the adventure styles of Lord of the Rings combining the combat prowess of the 300” and it certainly lives up to the hype!
The world of Corsana is both tantalisingly familiar and hauntingly exotic at the same time! The world building is first class in this series: the descriptive narrative creates an almost map-like effect in my mind and I can almost feel myself walking around.
In book 1, The Phalanx Syndicate, we meet a few highly likeable characters, and, after a few chapters, you’d probably love them already; each one unique and well written. Background stories are solid for each character, without feeling rushed or intangible, which adds a depth to the personalities of each character, thereby giving them life!
Not far into the book, I got the distinct feeling that the author must be an avid D & D (Dungeons & Dragons) enthusiast because, to me, it sounded like the Dungeon Master setting the scene for the forthcoming campaign – my suspicions were confirmed a little later in the book, though.
The only thing I didn’t like, and maybe it’s because I am totally pedantic, was the grammar – sometimes a complete lack, sometimes too much, but it wasn't overwhelming – which confused me a little but eventually, it just faded into the voice of the book became almost natural.
This book is an awesome read, for both fans of fantasy and first timers! I really enjoyed this book and simply cannot wait for book 2: Myths And Legends.
It’s been dubbed as “The magical qualities of Harry Potter meet the adventure styles of Lord of the Rings combining the combat prowess of the 300” and it certainly lives up to the hype!
The world of Corsana is both tantalisingly familiar and hauntingly exotic at the same time! The world building is first class in this series: the descriptive narrative creates an almost map-like effect in my mind and I can almost feel myself walking around.
In book 1, The Phalanx Syndicate, we meet a few highly likeable characters, and, after a few chapters, you’d probably love them already; each one unique and well written. Background stories are solid for each character, without feeling rushed or intangible, which adds a depth to the personalities of each character, thereby giving them life!
Not far into the book, I got the distinct feeling that the author must be an avid D & D (Dungeons & Dragons) enthusiast because, to me, it sounded like the Dungeon Master setting the scene for the forthcoming campaign – my suspicions were confirmed a little later in the book, though.
The only thing I didn’t like, and maybe it’s because I am totally pedantic, was the grammar – sometimes a complete lack, sometimes too much, but it wasn't overwhelming – which confused me a little but eventually, it just faded into the voice of the book became almost natural.
This book is an awesome read, for both fans of fantasy and first timers! I really enjoyed this book and simply cannot wait for book 2: Myths And Legends.
Hammer of God by Karen Miller
5.0
Find my review here :
https://mrpinkink.wordpress.com/2018/03/25/book-review-the-godspeaker-trilogy-by-karen-miller/
https://mrpinkink.wordpress.com/2018/03/25/book-review-the-godspeaker-trilogy-by-karen-miller/
Beastkeeper by Cat Hellisen
4.0
This is such a beautiful story of coming of age, of falling in love for the very first time, of learning about oneself and realising that your destiny is in your own hands.
To be honest, I hadn't heard of Cat Hellisen before receiving this book in a subscription box, but I do hope to read more from her. I realize that I am discovering a newfound respect for local authors; I seem to be missing out on a lot of good stories!
Some people will call this book a retelling of the classic Beauty and the Beast, but I see it rather as a fresh new spin on the familiar; the girl is the Beast this time round and the curse is not broken by true love - if such a thing even exists.
I do believe that this book is perfect for mother's to read with their daughters or for parents to gift their children with. I really loved this book and I definitely recommend it to young and old alike!
Find my full review here:
https://mrpinkink.wordpress.com/2018/05/16/book-review-009-beastkeeper-by-cat-hellisen/
To be honest, I hadn't heard of Cat Hellisen before receiving this book in a subscription box, but I do hope to read more from her. I realize that I am discovering a newfound respect for local authors; I seem to be missing out on a lot of good stories!
Some people will call this book a retelling of the classic Beauty and the Beast, but I see it rather as a fresh new spin on the familiar; the girl is the Beast this time round and the curse is not broken by true love - if such a thing even exists.
I do believe that this book is perfect for mother's to read with their daughters or for parents to gift their children with. I really loved this book and I definitely recommend it to young and old alike!
Find my full review here:
https://mrpinkink.wordpress.com/2018/05/16/book-review-009-beastkeeper-by-cat-hellisen/
Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them by J.K. Rowling, Newt Scamander
5.0
I read the 20th Anniversary Illustrated Edition but I cannot find it here on GoodReads....