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Purest Light
A story of a brother and sister who are called upon by the people to save them from Darkness. Given the task of journeying the continent to find and gather the dispersed powers of the Goddess Eblas, they must fight their way to the edge of the earth, in a hope that she will return to offer her aid.
324 pages, Paperback
First published May 15, 2011
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Clemy Warner-Thompson
10 books175 followersAuthor of the exciting paranormal fantasy 'The Star' Series, which delves into what makes the human heart vulnerable, and how magic and balance aren't the only two things that matter, and the paranormal angel 'Within the Light' series, a trilogy of books that explore the elements of the mortal and angel worlds, and how they sometimes overlap. Clemy has two very vocal ginger and white cats, lovingly named Rodney and Rory, as well as owning a very proud collection of books by indie and traditional authors. Situated in the not so sunny Uk, she loves to explore the fantasy side of all things, whilst spending time with her small but wonderful family.
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November 22, 2013
I first read Purest Light in 2011, and have since read it once more. Considering Clemy began writing this novel aged only 13, it is a brilliant idea concept, storyline and a brilliant read.
If you're looking for a teen-adult fantasy book that isn't all about vampires, then this is definitely a must-have.
I've only rated it 4 stars because there are a few spelling and grammar errors, but nothing too bad.
If you're looking for a teen-adult fantasy book that isn't all about vampires, then this is definitely a must-have.
I've only rated it 4 stars because there are a few spelling and grammar errors, but nothing too bad.
May 14, 2013
I don’t remember how I found Clemy’s author page on Facebook. No idea what so ever, but I did. So when she started to post little snippets from her newly edited book; Purest Light, I was hooked. I knew I had to read it.
For you who don’t know about Purest Light, here’s the blurb:
Imagine if the balance between Light and Darkness was influenced by a single eclipse that continuously returned? How could the cycle be broken, if each time it occurred, the contrasting war between the two elements would once again rage?
When Bayu recognises himself as the Lu-Sy, a human chosen to receive the powers of the Goddess Eblas, there’s only one thing he knows for certain- he must save his people from an eternity of Darkness.
As his life is thrown into chaos, Bayu finds himself fighting for not only his people, but also those who choose to fight alongside him. His sister Nima who means everything to him, stays by his side, though will he be able to protect her?
Light and Darkness will clash.
It will begin once more…. War!
Are you intrigued yet? :-) I know I was. Want to know a secret? (Looks around) Come closer. (Whispers) It’s even better than you think! Trust me – don’t let it fool you she started writing this when she was about 13. To put it simple; it’s brilliant. Want to know why? Ok, here goes; (only a few pointers though – don’t want to spoil the surprises for you!)
The plot; yeah, you’ve probably heard this before, but it still stand true. Purest Light is a (classic) tale about Darkness and Light (good/evil), but it is also SO much more. And the way Clemy delivers this – amazing. She threw in things I never would’ve thought of doing, and I was floored by some of the twists. I love when an author can surprise me – all the way to the end!
Once there was no Darkness. Eblas had created the Earth and everywhere there was Light, Goodness and Happiness. But it didn’t last. Greed, Hate and Anger started to infest the human kind – they let the Darkness take hold of their minds and hearts, and spread it everywhere they could. Eblas saw this and was sad. In the end, she retreated back from Earth and only left her daughter to watch over it.
There is a cycle to the fight between Darkness and Light, and once upon a time a human was chosen to be The Lu-Sy, the fighter of good, the bringer of balance. If the Lu-Sy failed, the duty was passed down in the family. (You can see where I’m going, right?) Bayu and Nima are the last of the Lu-Sy, the last hope to bring Darkness down and peace back to Earth.
The pace. Yes, for some it will be a slow start, but to me it was a good thing. We got to know all of our characters - well, most of them, before they were thrown into mayhem. The slower start made me lean back and enjoy the fact I could dig deeper into the story BEHIND the book and the characters.
The characters. Oy! I don’t even know where to start! Well developed, is a word that keeps popping into my mind. Interesting, flawed, they’re strong in different ways. They all grown during the book, and I loved I could follow them so closely. Bayu is very protective, but also conflicted. Due to some previous events (which I won’t tell you about – spoilers!), Bayu has almost no memories from his childhood, he barely remember his father. But there’s nothing natural by the way his memories got locked away – and he needs to find the key quickly.
Nima (Bayu’s sister). I like her – a lot. She’s not only standing on the sideline, but throws herself into the battle, fighting not only for herself, but for her brother and their new friends. And she has her own destiny as well. Bayu is not the only one with special abilities…not anymore. She seems frail when you first look at her, but don’t let her girly appearance fool you. She’s feisty and will fight hard for the ones she cares about.
Kira… Kira is a part of the Seraphim and is concerned about the power play there is coming between her mother and her aunt. A power play that will lead to the destruction of not only the Lu-Sy, but Earth as we know it. The relationship between Kira, her mother (Sayda) and her aunt (Fayt), is… complicated. To put it simple. :-) One wish to help, one wish to destroy the world, will turn treason to get what she wants and another is more than weary of the world and tries to salvage what she can. But which is which? I won’t tell you, and you can’t make me! (Sticks tongue out)
Clemy’s writing style. Yes, she was 13 when starting to write – can you tell? Sometimes. Mostly – no. She has a flow to her words I envy, easy to read, and she turns things around just when you thought you had it figured out. Nothing is black and white to her. Her descriptions are a delight without going so much into details that you lose your way around.
All in all –and trust me, I’m just scratching the surface here – this is a book you DON’T want to miss out on! I loved it, I couldn’t even concentrate enough on my school – I had to finish Purest Light first!
When I told Clemy I was done reading; she asked me what my favorite part was. I still don’t know. I can’t pick just one. There’s too much to choose from! A Must Read – put it on your TBR list, Goodreads – or whatever you use. Just make sure you don’t miss out on this adventure!
For you who don’t know about Purest Light, here’s the blurb:
Imagine if the balance between Light and Darkness was influenced by a single eclipse that continuously returned? How could the cycle be broken, if each time it occurred, the contrasting war between the two elements would once again rage?
When Bayu recognises himself as the Lu-Sy, a human chosen to receive the powers of the Goddess Eblas, there’s only one thing he knows for certain- he must save his people from an eternity of Darkness.
As his life is thrown into chaos, Bayu finds himself fighting for not only his people, but also those who choose to fight alongside him. His sister Nima who means everything to him, stays by his side, though will he be able to protect her?
Light and Darkness will clash.
It will begin once more…. War!
Are you intrigued yet? :-) I know I was. Want to know a secret? (Looks around) Come closer. (Whispers) It’s even better than you think! Trust me – don’t let it fool you she started writing this when she was about 13. To put it simple; it’s brilliant. Want to know why? Ok, here goes; (only a few pointers though – don’t want to spoil the surprises for you!)
The plot; yeah, you’ve probably heard this before, but it still stand true. Purest Light is a (classic) tale about Darkness and Light (good/evil), but it is also SO much more. And the way Clemy delivers this – amazing. She threw in things I never would’ve thought of doing, and I was floored by some of the twists. I love when an author can surprise me – all the way to the end!
Once there was no Darkness. Eblas had created the Earth and everywhere there was Light, Goodness and Happiness. But it didn’t last. Greed, Hate and Anger started to infest the human kind – they let the Darkness take hold of their minds and hearts, and spread it everywhere they could. Eblas saw this and was sad. In the end, she retreated back from Earth and only left her daughter to watch over it.
There is a cycle to the fight between Darkness and Light, and once upon a time a human was chosen to be The Lu-Sy, the fighter of good, the bringer of balance. If the Lu-Sy failed, the duty was passed down in the family. (You can see where I’m going, right?) Bayu and Nima are the last of the Lu-Sy, the last hope to bring Darkness down and peace back to Earth.
The pace. Yes, for some it will be a slow start, but to me it was a good thing. We got to know all of our characters - well, most of them, before they were thrown into mayhem. The slower start made me lean back and enjoy the fact I could dig deeper into the story BEHIND the book and the characters.
The characters. Oy! I don’t even know where to start! Well developed, is a word that keeps popping into my mind. Interesting, flawed, they’re strong in different ways. They all grown during the book, and I loved I could follow them so closely. Bayu is very protective, but also conflicted. Due to some previous events (which I won’t tell you about – spoilers!), Bayu has almost no memories from his childhood, he barely remember his father. But there’s nothing natural by the way his memories got locked away – and he needs to find the key quickly.
Nima (Bayu’s sister). I like her – a lot. She’s not only standing on the sideline, but throws herself into the battle, fighting not only for herself, but for her brother and their new friends. And she has her own destiny as well. Bayu is not the only one with special abilities…not anymore. She seems frail when you first look at her, but don’t let her girly appearance fool you. She’s feisty and will fight hard for the ones she cares about.
Kira… Kira is a part of the Seraphim and is concerned about the power play there is coming between her mother and her aunt. A power play that will lead to the destruction of not only the Lu-Sy, but Earth as we know it. The relationship between Kira, her mother (Sayda) and her aunt (Fayt), is… complicated. To put it simple. :-) One wish to help, one wish to destroy the world, will turn treason to get what she wants and another is more than weary of the world and tries to salvage what she can. But which is which? I won’t tell you, and you can’t make me! (Sticks tongue out)
Clemy’s writing style. Yes, she was 13 when starting to write – can you tell? Sometimes. Mostly – no. She has a flow to her words I envy, easy to read, and she turns things around just when you thought you had it figured out. Nothing is black and white to her. Her descriptions are a delight without going so much into details that you lose your way around.
All in all –and trust me, I’m just scratching the surface here – this is a book you DON’T want to miss out on! I loved it, I couldn’t even concentrate enough on my school – I had to finish Purest Light first!
When I told Clemy I was done reading; she asked me what my favorite part was. I still don’t know. I can’t pick just one. There’s too much to choose from! A Must Read – put it on your TBR list, Goodreads – or whatever you use. Just make sure you don’t miss out on this adventure!
February 13, 2021
I had the pleasure of reading this book purest light. It was a gripping tale from start to finish.
September 25, 2013
(I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for a review).
(This review may contain spoilers).
I liked this book as much as the previous one I read by this author. I did notice a few similarities with The Star, but it read more like a history to that book.
I really liked the characters in this book - most of them, anyway. I did get a little confused between a couple of the other characters - such as Lorrie and Zeor. But I really liked Nima, Bayu and Kira. I also liked Rian (though I'm still not sure what was going on between them. Or who or what Necron is).
I liked the different types of beings and magic in this world and book. I didn't see certain things coming, but they still made sense, rather than me saying, 'How did all of that come about?'
I really could empathise with the characters and situations in this book. I liked that things weren't as simple as they appeared, but I'm not sure I entirely understand the whole Darkness and Light thing. It comes across as less of a choice and more that it's a character's fate whether they'll be good or bad - and they can't do anything to change it.
I did notice some errors in the book and the word 'saddened' seemed quite over-used - and there were several times when the same character smiled twice or even three times in a paragraph.
I'd definitely be interested in reading the next book. This one ended on something of a cliffhanger and I have a lot of unanswered questions that make me want to read about what's going to happen next with the characters and the world.
(This review may contain spoilers).
I liked this book as much as the previous one I read by this author. I did notice a few similarities with The Star, but it read more like a history to that book.
I really liked the characters in this book - most of them, anyway. I did get a little confused between a couple of the other characters - such as Lorrie and Zeor. But I really liked Nima, Bayu and Kira. I also liked Rian (though I'm still not sure what was going on between them. Or who or what Necron is).
I liked the different types of beings and magic in this world and book. I didn't see certain things coming, but they still made sense, rather than me saying, 'How did all of that come about?'
I really could empathise with the characters and situations in this book. I liked that things weren't as simple as they appeared, but I'm not sure I entirely understand the whole Darkness and Light thing. It comes across as less of a choice and more that it's a character's fate whether they'll be good or bad - and they can't do anything to change it.
I did notice some errors in the book and the word 'saddened' seemed quite over-used - and there were several times when the same character smiled twice or even three times in a paragraph.
I'd definitely be interested in reading the next book. This one ended on something of a cliffhanger and I have a lot of unanswered questions that make me want to read about what's going to happen next with the characters and the world.
May 9, 2013
Reviewer: Bex
Rating: 4 out of 5 fairies
Purest Light, by Clemy Warner-Thompson, is a teenage-fiction fantasy read that is both entertaining and engaging.
The author creates an imaginative world filled with angels, goddesses and magical powers that will leave fantasy lovers satisfied and impressed with the author's creativity. The story takes a little time to build up to the fast-paced action and to achieve a level where we become happy followers of the main characters. But once we are firmly into the action and invested in the characters, it was easy to become caught up with the unfolding drama.
There is an equal balance of goodies and baddies that had qualities that effectively lived up to their roles. There were also many moments in the plot development that caught me by surprise and left me feeling emotionally invested in the characters' exploits. Combined, this made Purest Light a thoroughly enjoyable read for young teenagers.
Rating: 4 out of 5 fairies
Purest Light, by Clemy Warner-Thompson, is a teenage-fiction fantasy read that is both entertaining and engaging.
The author creates an imaginative world filled with angels, goddesses and magical powers that will leave fantasy lovers satisfied and impressed with the author's creativity. The story takes a little time to build up to the fast-paced action and to achieve a level where we become happy followers of the main characters. But once we are firmly into the action and invested in the characters, it was easy to become caught up with the unfolding drama.
There is an equal balance of goodies and baddies that had qualities that effectively lived up to their roles. There were also many moments in the plot development that caught me by surprise and left me feeling emotionally invested in the characters' exploits. Combined, this made Purest Light a thoroughly enjoyable read for young teenagers.
August 13, 2021
Bayu and Nima, both the siblings are destined to face the darkness and bring the light into the world by defeating them.
A blessing bestowed upon their lineage by
Kira must stand against her kind to defeat the darkness.
Nima, with her angelic powers and Bayu, should start their journey against evil.
Past is revealed.
History is unfolded.
A path forged to bring light and defeat darkness.
Live, relation and friendship at stake.
💥💥💥
A unique YA fantasy I have read up till now.
All about Guardians, Angels, Light and Darkness, Good and evil.
Good paced.
Well-character built.
A beautiful friendship between Bayu, Nima and Kira.
At first, it sounds a little confusing about the light and darkness theory but as the story goes on the plot becomes clearer and easier to understand.
Ends in a cliffhanger.
A blessing bestowed upon their lineage by
Kira must stand against her kind to defeat the darkness.
Nima, with her angelic powers and Bayu, should start their journey against evil.
Past is revealed.
History is unfolded.
A path forged to bring light and defeat darkness.
Live, relation and friendship at stake.
💥💥💥
A unique YA fantasy I have read up till now.
All about Guardians, Angels, Light and Darkness, Good and evil.
Good paced.
Well-character built.
A beautiful friendship between Bayu, Nima and Kira.
At first, it sounds a little confusing about the light and darkness theory but as the story goes on the plot becomes clearer and easier to understand.
Ends in a cliffhanger.
December 4, 2013
I had a bit of trouble getting into the book. I feel like a little more explanation about the fight between light and dark would help.
For me, it was a little hard to picture some of the scenes as well with all the colors and stuff going on it was a bit confusing.
Once everyone was on the journey it was easier to get into and finish the book.
Overall, I like the story. It was a great twist at the end too.
For me, it was a little hard to picture some of the scenes as well with all the colors and stuff going on it was a bit confusing.
Once everyone was on the journey it was easier to get into and finish the book.
Overall, I like the story. It was a great twist at the end too.
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