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Advent Mage Cycle #2
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“That boy thinks the world of you,” Xiaolang murmured. “And…” he visibly hesitated, slanting a questioning look at me from the corner of his eye.
“And…?” I encouraged him. Xiaolang rarely hesitates in his speech. When he wanted to say something, he said it.
“He’ll be very important in the future,” Xiaolang murmured. “I’m not sure how to put this…” he paused, mouth rummaging for words. “Something will change very soon, Garth. Someone will be discovered who will change everything. When that happens, you need to trust Trev’nor like he trusts you. Much will be lost otherwise.”
I looked, really looked at Trev’nor. Trev’nor has always been special, a child prodigy in a life that had no child prodigies. My head was swimming with questions after Xiaolang’s revelation. Who was the boy we were to rescue, and why was Trev’nor so important for that boy?
“And…?” I encouraged him. Xiaolang rarely hesitates in his speech. When he wanted to say something, he said it.
“He’ll be very important in the future,” Xiaolang murmured. “I’m not sure how to put this…” he paused, mouth rummaging for words. “Something will change very soon, Garth. Someone will be discovered who will change everything. When that happens, you need to trust Trev’nor like he trusts you. Much will be lost otherwise.”
I looked, really looked at Trev’nor. Trev’nor has always been special, a child prodigy in a life that had no child prodigies. My head was swimming with questions after Xiaolang’s revelation. Who was the boy we were to rescue, and why was Trev’nor so important for that boy?
337 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 23, 2011
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About the author
Honor Raconteur
62 books841 followersEver since I was a toddler, I have been making up stories. I’d entertain anyone willing to listen to my wild fantasies about unicorns and gargoyles and amazing people. At 13, I started writing the stories down. At 23, I finished the first book that was, in my opinion, good enough to publish.
I spent three years trying to publish my book, Jaunten, the old fashioned way. The problem was my story was outside of the norm for young adult fantasy – it didn’t have vampires or the supernatural in it, it was clean enough to earn a PG rating, and there wasn’t any dark overlord to defeat. No literary agent would pick it up because it didn’t fit the “fantasy formula” that all of the popular books did.
I put the idea of having my book published off to the side for a while as I finished a Bachelors in English at Middle Tennessee State University. But as I worked on my third degree, the idea of being published came back to me. This time, while working as a paralegal, I had a better grasp of the laws involved of doing self-publishing. For six months, I did a great deal of research in how to do self-publishing the debt-free way.
It was hard. I was working full time, going to school full time, and living on my own. I never really had a break. I was always working on something. At times I felt like my brain would just go into meltdown from having to learn so many different things to make my idea work.
After six months, I thought I knew enough to publish myself. I put Jaunten out as an ebook, created a website and forum so that fans could communicate with me, and spread the word as best I could. Within three months, I was selling internationally. Within six months, I was making enough to quit my day job and sit at home, writing full time.
After six months of writing, publishing, and building up a reputation, I started to be approached by other people wanting to emulate what I did. I soon realized that there was a niche out there waiting for me to fill it—a place where original fiction could be published and released into the world. As of February 2012, I started my own publishing house, called Raconteur House. Since that point I have signed on four additional authors (not including yours truly) and am attracting more in a steady stream.
I have continued to write and publish the rest of the series through my House. When I’m not writing or editing, I like to go out into the community and give presentations of how to be an author. It’s actually really fun to talk to all of these people who want to be authors. Most people think that you can’t make any money being an author—actually, you can. And you can do quite well. It’s just a matter of working really hard, having a little talent, and knowing how to market your books. All I’m doing with these presentations is giving people the know-how to make their dreams come true.
While it’s true that you don’t need a college education to be an author, I encourage everyone to be as educated as possible. I have a lot of experience and education that most people don’t, and that’s what gives me an edge in writing. I’ve lived in places as obscure as Tehachapi, California and other places as large as Salt Lake City, Utah. I hold three different college degrees. I practice two different martial arts. I think I’ve tried every life experience that came my direction. All of that is incorporated into my books, and that’s what gives reality to my worlds and characters.
Even if I abruptly stop selling books tomorrow—which I don’t see happening—I would still continue to write. Creating characters and worlds is that much fun. Once you start, you become quickly addicted.
I spent three years trying to publish my book, Jaunten, the old fashioned way. The problem was my story was outside of the norm for young adult fantasy – it didn’t have vampires or the supernatural in it, it was clean enough to earn a PG rating, and there wasn’t any dark overlord to defeat. No literary agent would pick it up because it didn’t fit the “fantasy formula” that all of the popular books did.
I put the idea of having my book published off to the side for a while as I finished a Bachelors in English at Middle Tennessee State University. But as I worked on my third degree, the idea of being published came back to me. This time, while working as a paralegal, I had a better grasp of the laws involved of doing self-publishing. For six months, I did a great deal of research in how to do self-publishing the debt-free way.
It was hard. I was working full time, going to school full time, and living on my own. I never really had a break. I was always working on something. At times I felt like my brain would just go into meltdown from having to learn so many different things to make my idea work.
After six months, I thought I knew enough to publish myself. I put Jaunten out as an ebook, created a website and forum so that fans could communicate with me, and spread the word as best I could. Within three months, I was selling internationally. Within six months, I was making enough to quit my day job and sit at home, writing full time.
After six months of writing, publishing, and building up a reputation, I started to be approached by other people wanting to emulate what I did. I soon realized that there was a niche out there waiting for me to fill it—a place where original fiction could be published and released into the world. As of February 2012, I started my own publishing house, called Raconteur House. Since that point I have signed on four additional authors (not including yours truly) and am attracting more in a steady stream.
I have continued to write and publish the rest of the series through my House. When I’m not writing or editing, I like to go out into the community and give presentations of how to be an author. It’s actually really fun to talk to all of these people who want to be authors. Most people think that you can’t make any money being an author—actually, you can. And you can do quite well. It’s just a matter of working really hard, having a little talent, and knowing how to market your books. All I’m doing with these presentations is giving people the know-how to make their dreams come true.
While it’s true that you don’t need a college education to be an author, I encourage everyone to be as educated as possible. I have a lot of experience and education that most people don’t, and that’s what gives me an edge in writing. I’ve lived in places as obscure as Tehachapi, California and other places as large as Salt Lake City, Utah. I hold three different college degrees. I practice two different martial arts. I think I’ve tried every life experience that came my direction. All of that is incorporated into my books, and that’s what gives reality to my worlds and characters.
Even if I abruptly stop selling books tomorrow—which I don’t see happening—I would still continue to write. Creating characters and worlds is that much fun. Once you start, you become quickly addicted.
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January 30, 2016
I wanted to like this book. I saw reviews of the first book in the series that called that book a setup for this book. So I waited and read and read. But this book is worse than the first book. The characters are so thin and stereotyped. The best soldier ever--who is immediately likable--and his team of no personality fighters, then the wise mages from across the ocean, then the ridiculous flirting and denial of the two main characters that anything is going on...a few of these unrealistic characters I could stomach for a good plot. But every character?
And then, the plot: every problem is discovered and solved in 2 chapters at most, no residual problems whatsoever. The overarching idea is just to find people who need help. No bad guy. No threat to their nation. No real driving force. And the heroes NEVER make mistakes.
I'm out. I couldn't get further than 60% read. Sad to say this series looks like a bust.
And then, the plot: every problem is discovered and solved in 2 chapters at most, no residual problems whatsoever. The overarching idea is just to find people who need help. No bad guy. No threat to their nation. No real driving force. And the heroes NEVER make mistakes.
I'm out. I couldn't get further than 60% read. Sad to say this series looks like a bust.
October 3, 2021
Quite enjoyable fantasy. This is a sequel to Jaunten, and IMO it's better than Jaunten. In this book the main character is about 17yo. Suitable for both adults and YA. It is obviously in the middle of a trilogy or possibly a series, but the ending of the book was satisfying.
SPOILER:
I really loved the scene where Garth finds the Advent Mage research group, and they not only don't recognize him or listen to him but they don't even give him a chance to introduce himself.
SPOILER:
I really loved the scene where Garth finds the Advent Mage research group, and they not only don't recognize him or listen to him but they don't even give him a chance to introduce himself.
July 22, 2017
Seems like nothing really happens in the book or the author is taking his sweet time building up to events. In between whatever event, there is a lot of filler. Filler is good if it is entertaining and shed more light on characters or the world around. However Garth and all they characters are simply boring. Even the talking horse is boring, he just whines and doesn't really add a different perspective despite being a horse. They are Canadians meaning they are super super nice and the banter are pretty inane.. That can be ok, but the plot is meandering and not too exciting either.
The magic system is not very creative either and everyone just does it. The mage just thinks it. The magicians use wands to do whatever they want to do and that is about it.
His enemies are laughingly incompetent, you think an anti magical kingdom would have someway to fight magic users or at least make it difficult to stop Garth for doing whatever he wants when he wants, but the whole kingdom is just a speed bump.
There is some potential here too, Garth has the knowledge of generations. However he doesn't really do anything with it, he just kinda meander along too. The school experience have a few paragraphs at most, the author clearly just wanted Garth to move beyond the "training" phase of the series done and over with.
The magic system is not very creative either and everyone just does it. The mage just thinks it. The magicians use wands to do whatever they want to do and that is about it.
His enemies are laughingly incompetent, you think an anti magical kingdom would have someway to fight magic users or at least make it difficult to stop Garth for doing whatever he wants when he wants, but the whole kingdom is just a speed bump.
There is some potential here too, Garth has the knowledge of generations. However he doesn't really do anything with it, he just kinda meander along too. The school experience have a few paragraphs at most, the author clearly just wanted Garth to move beyond the "training" phase of the series done and over with.
May 26, 2014
I read the first book in this series a little while ago, and I was pleasantly surprised when I realized another book was already out.
This was delightful. I love the characters, love the easy banter between them, love the way the books flow together so well. The dialogue is entertaining, and the events in the book are always interesting enough to keep my attention. Good pacing, plenty of magic for the fantasy-lovers...this is a fun, charming read, and I'm looking forward to the next one.
I will say that this isn't a second book so much as an extension of the first. There isn't really a standard rise/fall/climax plot, and while that would normally bug me, I didn't mind it in this series. Again, this is entertaining enough that even without a clear central plot, it's worth reading.
This was delightful. I love the characters, love the easy banter between them, love the way the books flow together so well. The dialogue is entertaining, and the events in the book are always interesting enough to keep my attention. Good pacing, plenty of magic for the fantasy-lovers...this is a fun, charming read, and I'm looking forward to the next one.
I will say that this isn't a second book so much as an extension of the first. There isn't really a standard rise/fall/climax plot, and while that would normally bug me, I didn't mind it in this series. Again, this is entertaining enough that even without a clear central plot, it's worth reading.
May 19, 2019
Another straight through one day read, excellent.
May 13, 2022
2022 bk 136. A sequel as good as, if not better than the first. The author does not make the mistake of retelling the first book in the opening chapter, rather writing a story that gradually incorporates the backstory as part of the current story stream. Well done. She continues to introduce new and fascinating characters. Very enjoyable.
July 9, 2018
4.5
Reader thoughts: I was totally stolen by this book and kept making excuses to listen longer (let's go on another walk!). Very fun. The banter and camaraderie are addicting.
Garth seemed more and less special in this one. More, because he's now called "balancer." Less, because he kept running into things that Chatta could do better. I appreciate both of these because they show how Garth is growing and how much he needs his friends.
Again, I loved that most people are genuinely nice to each other. They tease, but they're willing to apologize, and everyone's default is to assume the best. They're willing to befriend any new stranger, or adopt them into an ever-growing family.
Why didn't Garth approach the pool mages with a white flag?
Why don't they earth travel more? (Like, into enemy territory or to sneak up on pool mages.) Sometimes it gives away their position, but then Chatta can glamor them.
Why can't Garth's barrier keep out rocks?
Why can't Night stomp on the pools to break them?
Writer thoughts: This book again felt like the conflicts were not as escalated as they could have been. Difficult, yes, but they could have been more so. Garth and his team are powerful enough to withstand almost anything.
There are just the right number of characters and introduced at the right rate. I tend toward too many characters, and some books I've read have had too few characters, but this one feels right. The characters all have personality (even Night) and voice.
Reader thoughts: I was totally stolen by this book and kept making excuses to listen longer (let's go on another walk!). Very fun. The banter and camaraderie are addicting.
Garth seemed more and less special in this one. More, because he's now called "balancer." Less, because he kept running into things that Chatta could do better. I appreciate both of these because they show how Garth is growing and how much he needs his friends.
Again, I loved that most people are genuinely nice to each other. They tease, but they're willing to apologize, and everyone's default is to assume the best. They're willing to befriend any new stranger, or adopt them into an ever-growing family.
Why didn't Garth approach the pool mages with a white flag?
Why don't they earth travel more? (Like, into enemy territory or to sneak up on pool mages.) Sometimes it gives away their position, but then Chatta can glamor them.
Why can't Garth's barrier keep out rocks?
Why can't Night stomp on the pools to break them?
Writer thoughts: This book again felt like the conflicts were not as escalated as they could have been. Difficult, yes, but they could have been more so. Garth and his team are powerful enough to withstand almost anything.
There are just the right number of characters and introduced at the right rate. I tend toward too many characters, and some books I've read have had too few characters, but this one feels right. The characters all have personality (even Night) and voice.
April 17, 2015
Follow along in the newest adventure of the Advent Mage saga as Garth, Chatta, Night, and friends old and new embark on a brand new adventure, full of humor and intrigue. As the situation grows worse in Chahir with regards to the ever increasing number of magical awakenings, King Guin orders the trio to smuggle those persecuted out of the country, by whatever means necessary. Joining them is a crack team of Ascalonian mercenaries, lead by the mysterious empath-captain, Xiaolang. Follow along as they go from one "situation" to another as they rush to protect any who might need them.
June 21, 2020
Here I'm reviewing books 1-4 in the Advent mage cycle together as in my head they all form one big story, despite each book having its own story arc.
Garth is a protagonist that is very easy to read about, he is likeable, has all the right qualities for a hero and yet barely knows it. One of the reasons though that I love Honor Raconteur's books is because of the wonderful cast of characters that she always creates. Every one of the side characters takes a starring role and for the time that I am reading they become like family and it truly is with a sense of loss that I finish a series.
Garth comes form a world that is magical but a Country that would deny this and punish anyone with magic. And so with more magic than has been seen in generations, Garth sets out on a journey, making friends, meeting allies and generally unwittingly charming the pants off everyone he meets. I loved this series and genuinely never wanted it to end.
Garth is a protagonist that is very easy to read about, he is likeable, has all the right qualities for a hero and yet barely knows it. One of the reasons though that I love Honor Raconteur's books is because of the wonderful cast of characters that she always creates. Every one of the side characters takes a starring role and for the time that I am reading they become like family and it truly is with a sense of loss that I finish a series.
Garth comes form a world that is magical but a Country that would deny this and punish anyone with magic. And so with more magic than has been seen in generations, Garth sets out on a journey, making friends, meeting allies and generally unwittingly charming the pants off everyone he meets. I loved this series and genuinely never wanted it to end.
August 21, 2021
Excellent 2nd In This Series
I was very pleased to see this one actually pick up the pace, in comparison to the 1st. The 1st set a good timeline with characters and the usual world building, but it was a bit dry.
This one had all the excitement that I’ve already came to expect from this particular author.
I hadn’t originally noticed this series has 5 to it, but from all the information in the 1st, it appeared to be building to a longer spin than the typical trilogy that’s so common in this genre.
The rhythm and flow of this one carries you along at a good clip with the day to day happenings eventually leading up to a dramatic scene. In other books this can be missing and can cause one of two things to happen-trivial and boring, or TMI with an overload on the drama. Happy to see this strikes the right balance.
Will definitely be continuing on with this series, and this author!
I was very pleased to see this one actually pick up the pace, in comparison to the 1st. The 1st set a good timeline with characters and the usual world building, but it was a bit dry.
This one had all the excitement that I’ve already came to expect from this particular author.
I hadn’t originally noticed this series has 5 to it, but from all the information in the 1st, it appeared to be building to a longer spin than the typical trilogy that’s so common in this genre.
The rhythm and flow of this one carries you along at a good clip with the day to day happenings eventually leading up to a dramatic scene. In other books this can be missing and can cause one of two things to happen-trivial and boring, or TMI with an overload on the drama. Happy to see this strikes the right balance.
Will definitely be continuing on with this series, and this author!
August 7, 2023
The Plot Gets Even More Interesting.
This second book builds soundly on the foundation of the first. Why are people with magical abilities being born again in Chahir after 200 years without even one having done so? Can they be rescued from those in power who are set to persecute them? Furthermore who are the three strange new mages from across the sea and are they friends or foe? These questions and more are addressed in this volume. New interesting characters are introduced and the known ones developed even further but there is still much to be discovered. I’m supposed to be cleaning house before my visitor arrive in three days time and all I want to do is read he next book. Oh well my cousins don’t expect a spotless house anyway. They know me too well.
This second book builds soundly on the foundation of the first. Why are people with magical abilities being born again in Chahir after 200 years without even one having done so? Can they be rescued from those in power who are set to persecute them? Furthermore who are the three strange new mages from across the sea and are they friends or foe? These questions and more are addressed in this volume. New interesting characters are introduced and the known ones developed even further but there is still much to be discovered. I’m supposed to be cleaning house before my visitor arrive in three days time and all I want to do is read he next book. Oh well my cousins don’t expect a spotless house anyway. They know me too well.
February 13, 2024
So much fun magic and adventure
This book was so full of magic, adventure and witty banter. I loved getting to know Garth more and seeing him grow in his powers.
The political intrigue was fascinating and I loved the depth it brought to the story.
Of course this book had quite a few side character stories and I loved them all and how it brought the story to life.
The magic is awesome and I love the mage/wizard dynamic!
Can't wait to see what's coming next!
👄None besides flirting
⚠️Fantasy violence and helping people's escape bad situations
🤬1-2 mildly vulgar name calling moments
This book was so full of magic, adventure and witty banter. I loved getting to know Garth more and seeing him grow in his powers.
The political intrigue was fascinating and I loved the depth it brought to the story.
Of course this book had quite a few side character stories and I loved them all and how it brought the story to life.
The magic is awesome and I love the mage/wizard dynamic!
Can't wait to see what's coming next!
👄None besides flirting
⚠️Fantasy violence and helping people's escape bad situations
🤬1-2 mildly vulgar name calling moments
October 7, 2020
More and more magical people to be rescued?
I enjoyed this book more than the first one because I already knew the characters and I liked the idea that more people were joining their group. In my opinion, Garth is sort of a wimp; I'll cut him some slack because he's young, but him feeling that everything that goes wrong is his fault, gets tiresome. If he doesn't watch out, Shad will take his girl away. Night is funny as usual and so is Didi; both of them had important parts in this book.
I enjoyed this book more than the first one because I already knew the characters and I liked the idea that more people were joining their group. In my opinion, Garth is sort of a wimp; I'll cut him some slack because he's young, but him feeling that everything that goes wrong is his fault, gets tiresome. If he doesn't watch out, Shad will take his girl away. Night is funny as usual and so is Didi; both of them had important parts in this book.
November 20, 2021
Ugh. I was annoyed with most of this book and just about to call it quits on the series until the epilogue, and now I want to know what happens in the next book. Sighs.
All of the characters feel too 1-dimensional and “perfect” in most ways. Nothing challenges them, there was little plot of any, and everything was too simple and ridiculously straightforward. And any time a problem couldn’t be solved with the wave of a hand, a new creature was introduced to fix it.
The fight scenes were pretty annoying too. Ah well. Cliff hanger?
All of the characters feel too 1-dimensional and “perfect” in most ways. Nothing challenges them, there was little plot of any, and everything was too simple and ridiculously straightforward. And any time a problem couldn’t be solved with the wave of a hand, a new creature was introduced to fix it.
The fight scenes were pretty annoying too. Ah well. Cliff hanger?
August 22, 2024
Good progression
The tension ramps up in this story. Answers are revealed, alongside further questions. New characters are introduced who are immediate favorites (for me, at least). Garth grows as a character, maturing into his role as “The Advent Mage”. He’s only 17 in this book, so the romance is still on a low simmer.
My only criticism is that the book could have been better edited. It wasn’t terrible, and I’ve definitely seen worse, but there were little errors - here and there - that could have been avoided.
The tension ramps up in this story. Answers are revealed, alongside further questions. New characters are introduced who are immediate favorites (for me, at least). Garth grows as a character, maturing into his role as “The Advent Mage”. He’s only 17 in this book, so the romance is still on a low simmer.
My only criticism is that the book could have been better edited. It wasn’t terrible, and I’ve definitely seen worse, but there were little errors - here and there - that could have been avoided.
April 28, 2019
Problem is, it's enjoyable, but there is no clear enemy or plot, no tension. Everything is too nice and safe and everyone is so loving and kind and understanding. Also the constant laughing and amusement and humour is annoying, especially as it's not funny. It's trying to be funny by making them laugh at nothing. Also the constant repeating of information you just read to other characters, as well as the day-to-day (full good morning how are you conversations) is too much.
January 28, 2022
YA or Adult, good for all
I am really pleased with how much I am enjoying Honors world building skills. Some stories are so convoluted, I lose track of who is where and when. Which I don't mind either. But so far. This series lives up to my enjoyment of her Henri Davenforth series.
I will be recommending these to anyone who asks for YA series. Or Adult series.
Now if I could just stop staying up all night to finish my current book
I am really pleased with how much I am enjoying Honors world building skills. Some stories are so convoluted, I lose track of who is where and when. Which I don't mind either. But so far. This series lives up to my enjoyment of her Henri Davenforth series.
I will be recommending these to anyone who asks for YA series. Or Adult series.
Now if I could just stop staying up all night to finish my current book
May 2, 2022
Meh
Badly thought.
There's a battle with shielded oponentsand the simpleton of a mage drops boulders on catapults but is too slow minded to drop boulders on the enemies. He tries to turn the earth into quicksand but doesn't think about just openi g a pit under them. There are many more instances wher obvious simple solutions ate ignored for the sake of stretching the world count and addind some blatantly fake and forced drama.
Badly thought.
There's a battle with shielded oponentsand the simpleton of a mage drops boulders on catapults but is too slow minded to drop boulders on the enemies. He tries to turn the earth into quicksand but doesn't think about just openi g a pit under them. There are many more instances wher obvious simple solutions ate ignored for the sake of stretching the world count and addind some blatantly fake and forced drama.
December 6, 2017
Great Second Episode of Wonderful Sword & Sorcery Fantasy
Raconteur, with this novel, once again demonstrates mastery of the fantasy genre. Complex, rich, mysterious plot lines are carefully woven into exquisite stories.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AS BOTH AN INDIVIDUAL BOOK AND AS A SERIES!
Raconteur, with this novel, once again demonstrates mastery of the fantasy genre. Complex, rich, mysterious plot lines are carefully woven into exquisite stories.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AS BOTH AN INDIVIDUAL BOOK AND AS A SERIES!
March 1, 2024
What is with the chapter titles?
I have read the first two books so far. The story is intriguing, the characters compelling, but the chapter titles in Kindle bug me. Every time there is an M or an N they are lower case, yet the rest of the titles are all upper case. Why? For me, it makes a very enjoyable read, less so.
I have read the first two books so far. The story is intriguing, the characters compelling, but the chapter titles in Kindle bug me. Every time there is an M or an N they are lower case, yet the rest of the titles are all upper case. Why? For me, it makes a very enjoyable read, less so.
December 24, 2024
Your Reputation Precedes You
AdventMage2
Gareth now has his family sheltered in Hain. He has accepted the charge to bring the magically gifted safely across the borders. And his king has gathered others to aid in that endeavor.
This is the book of unexpected allies who bring wisdom and answers; and treasure troves that have waited two centuries to be discovered.
Brilliant.
AdventMage2
Gareth now has his family sheltered in Hain. He has accepted the charge to bring the magically gifted safely across the borders. And his king has gathered others to aid in that endeavor.
This is the book of unexpected allies who bring wisdom and answers; and treasure troves that have waited two centuries to be discovered.
Brilliant.
January 2, 2018
Enjoyable read :)
This is a good book. The characters are well developed and their humor is a bit silly but enjoyable nonetheless. This book does justice to the one preceding it. Read it! :)
This is a good book. The characters are well developed and their humor is a bit silly but enjoyable nonetheless. This book does justice to the one preceding it. Read it! :)
September 28, 2018
Book 2
Book 2 was a fun read. I enjoyed the characters and plot and how they developed. The story has enough information to be well done and still have humor in it to be entertaining, with enough problems and action mixed in to hold my attention. I look forward to book 3
Book 2 was a fun read. I enjoyed the characters and plot and how they developed. The story has enough information to be well done and still have humor in it to be entertaining, with enough problems and action mixed in to hold my attention. I look forward to book 3
March 16, 2019
Advent Mage 2: Enjoyed this book. Character depth and evolving story line.
Still a light read, but it draws in the reader. Well written. Plots to explore. Characters to invest in. On to Book 3
Still a light read, but it draws in the reader. Well written. Plots to explore. Characters to invest in. On to Book 3
May 30, 2019
Loved it!!!!
I sincerely love her books and am so excited to read the next one. They are so refreshing and different from the usual books that all seem to have the same plot and characters. Loved it!!!
I sincerely love her books and am so excited to read the next one. They are so refreshing and different from the usual books that all seem to have the same plot and characters. Loved it!!!
February 22, 2020
Most enjoyable
Could not put the first book down, and the second just continues. Thanks
I love the way you write and enjoy your sense of humour. You have me crying and laughing tears. My eyes are constantly red😃 I haven't enjoyed a book series this much in a long time.
Could not put the first book down, and the second just continues. Thanks
I love the way you write and enjoy your sense of humour. You have me crying and laughing tears. My eyes are constantly red😃 I haven't enjoyed a book series this much in a long time.
October 11, 2020
Not exciting
This felt like it was trapped between a YA and an epic heroic romance and neither gelled. Lots of new characters but not sure anyone grew. It felt flat to me. Normally I love Honor’s work, this just never connected.
This felt like it was trapped between a YA and an epic heroic romance and neither gelled. Lots of new characters but not sure anyone grew. It felt flat to me. Normally I love Honor’s work, this just never connected.
November 27, 2020
Her books are far from perfect but they are so upbeat and wholesome with cheerful likable protagonists out to do the right things and help others... these are just relaxing low stress bits of escapism that’ll take you away from the ugly parts of real world for a while.
May 26, 2021
Good (spoilers)
I enjoyed the book. Nolan will finally be making an appearance, so that’s going to be fun. Garth catching the catapulted boulders was funny, but him shaping them into hearts and then throwing them at the catapults was even better.
I enjoyed the book. Nolan will finally be making an appearance, so that’s going to be fun. Garth catching the catapulted boulders was funny, but him shaping them into hearts and then throwing them at the catapults was even better.
May 7, 2023
The Magus and his friends
I enjoyed this second book in the series. The characters are interesting and interact well. There’s action, humor and fantasy that keeps you reading when it’s time for bed! I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.
I enjoyed this second book in the series. The characters are interesting and interact well. There’s action, humor and fantasy that keeps you reading when it’s time for bed! I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.
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