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Diviner's Prophecy
They took her memories. Now she’s their pawn. To find out who stole her past, she must play their game-- but if she fails, she won't make it out alive.
The court is divided, and Maea is caught in the center. Although few know about her gift, her power to see the future makes her a valuable asset. When her vision saves a foreign princess, it exposes her power to the court.
Now everyone wants her for their own, and two men vie for her attention. Mysterious courtier Johai might know about her missing memories, and how she lost them, while charming prince Adair is a notorious rogue whom may have hidden motives of his own. They will both do anything to get her on their side.
Drawn into a web of courtly intrigue, Maea discovers ties to her forgotten past and uncovers dangerous secrets that threaten the kingdom, and her life. With no one to trust, she's caught in a game of head versus heart and must pick a side. But if she chooses the wrong one, she'll lose her head.
If you loved the courtly intrigue and romance of Kushiel’s Dart and Throne of Glass, you’ll love Nicolette Andrews’s Diviner’s Prophecy.
A story of love, magic, and betrayal that readers say left them guessing until the end. Get the first book in this addictive romantic fantasy series today!
The court is divided, and Maea is caught in the center. Although few know about her gift, her power to see the future makes her a valuable asset. When her vision saves a foreign princess, it exposes her power to the court.
Now everyone wants her for their own, and two men vie for her attention. Mysterious courtier Johai might know about her missing memories, and how she lost them, while charming prince Adair is a notorious rogue whom may have hidden motives of his own. They will both do anything to get her on their side.
Drawn into a web of courtly intrigue, Maea discovers ties to her forgotten past and uncovers dangerous secrets that threaten the kingdom, and her life. With no one to trust, she's caught in a game of head versus heart and must pick a side. But if she chooses the wrong one, she'll lose her head.
If you loved the courtly intrigue and romance of Kushiel’s Dart and Throne of Glass, you’ll love Nicolette Andrews’s Diviner’s Prophecy.
A story of love, magic, and betrayal that readers say left them guessing until the end. Get the first book in this addictive romantic fantasy series today!
335 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 9, 2013
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About the author
Nicolette Andrews
41 books662 followersNicolette Andrews is a born and raised San Diegan with a passion for fantasy, especially if it has a romance and some mystery and intrigue mixed it doesn't go amiss either. Apart from writing, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, preferably somewhere outside enjoying the San Diego sunshine.
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May 17, 2013
Diviner's Prophesy is the story of Maea, the last diviner, a line of women who can into the past and future. The story starts with her having no memory and her powers weak. I didn't know what would happen and who was really on her side throughout most of the book, just like Maea. It is a good book, full of mystery and politics. Maea is a believable character who is only trying to sort through the maze of politics as her own fuzzy memories and visions. I recommend this book.
July 22, 2013
I received this book for free from Goodreads First Reads.
I loved everything about this fantasy book.
The characters, the storyline, the intrigue, the romance.
I was disappointed that the story was to be continued but happy that there will be more to come.
I loved everything about this fantasy book.
The characters, the storyline, the intrigue, the romance.
I was disappointed that the story was to be continued but happy that there will be more to come.
November 13, 2013
Diviner's Prophecy is a book that I truly wished to never set down. This novel is full of intrigue and has left me counting down the hours until the sequel is in my hands. This book takes you to a setting that comes alive with both magic and grace.
May 16, 2015
Diviner's Prophecy was an enthralling and engaging read. Nicolette Andrews created a brilliant world, full of mystery, politics, and intrigue at every turn, with her professional style of writing.
I definitely recommend this novel and look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.
I definitely recommend this novel and look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.
June 7, 2013
Is a great book to read
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September 1, 2016
Entertaining start. I received a free copy of this book (and the entire trilogy) as part of a Goodreads giveaway and didn't know what to expect. The first book, clearly to be continued, takes us on a journey where Maea, a 16 year old diviner, seeks to first figure out who took her memories then save everyone. I was pleasantly surprised at how engaging the plot was with twist and turns. I did, however, have a tough time with the use of "I" vs. "me" and several redundant sentences throughout the book. I think Andrews has a good start with this series and I look forward to reading more of her work in the future.
December 2, 2014
I really enjoyed this book once I got into it. I must admit that the first couple of chapters, I wasn't really into it because it took me a few mins to understand who was who and what excatly was happening, once I did get into it though, I really LOVED this book! It keeps you wanting more and wondering what's going to happen next! The way it turned out was also nothing like I was picturing or expecting which made it even better! I CANNOT wait to receive the 2nd book so I can find out what's going to happen next.
This is one I will def be recommending to my friends who read! :)
This is one I will def be recommending to my friends who read! :)
January 3, 2015
I really enjoyed this book, but, MAN, was it frustrating! I am way too curious and nosey for my own good, so mysteries typically drive me nuts (in a good way).
I will say that based on the beginning of the novel, the story did not progress as I thought it would, but that's not a bad thing. Perhaps I don't read enough stories on court intrigue, but this book seem very unique in all its dealings.
Overall, the writing was excellent and the story kept me on the edge of my seat.
Recommended?
Definitely
I will say that based on the beginning of the novel, the story did not progress as I thought it would, but that's not a bad thing. Perhaps I don't read enough stories on court intrigue, but this book seem very unique in all its dealings.
Overall, the writing was excellent and the story kept me on the edge of my seat.
Recommended?
Definitely
May 24, 2015
Spell binding court intrigue
My memories have been removed. Who has removed them and why. This is number one in a series by an author worth watching. Court intrigue, murder, love and friendship with all the Secrets. Heads are really lost on this world. Well written fantasy with well-developed characterization. Adult readers.
Would recommend getting all the books in series before starting. Think Robin Hobbs.
My memories have been removed. Who has removed them and why. This is number one in a series by an author worth watching. Court intrigue, murder, love and friendship with all the Secrets. Heads are really lost on this world. Well written fantasy with well-developed characterization. Adult readers.
Would recommend getting all the books in series before starting. Think Robin Hobbs.
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May 15, 2014Good read
I really liked this story. I am loving Maea,she is very likeable and she went through a lot. I liked Johai from the start. You had to know that the prince was too good to be true. I feel sorry for his wife. I think I am going to like this series.
I really liked this story. I am loving Maea,she is very likeable and she went through a lot. I liked Johai from the start. You had to know that the prince was too good to be true. I feel sorry for his wife. I think I am going to like this series.
November 8, 2013
Loved it!
July 31, 2015
Fabulous book can't wait to read the next one
March 30, 2017
My first audiobook. I loved it.
January 29, 2022
This is an interesting first book.
The main character is a diviner that can see the future.
3 star read
Court politics to the extreme, the fmc doesn’t know who to trust as well as trying to get her memories back.
Nothing is as it seems.
Narration was good, voice fits the theme of the book.
This is definitely a YA novel.
HEA? not yet
Smut? No this book is 100% YA
Love interest? Yes and no. As memories return this changes.
First book is good enough to continue the series.
Gifted audio in exchange for an honest review.
The main character is a diviner that can see the future.
3 star read
Court politics to the extreme, the fmc doesn’t know who to trust as well as trying to get her memories back.
Nothing is as it seems.
Narration was good, voice fits the theme of the book.
This is definitely a YA novel.
HEA? not yet
Smut? No this book is 100% YA
Love interest? Yes and no. As memories return this changes.
First book is good enough to continue the series.
Gifted audio in exchange for an honest review.
May 29, 2018
Good Story
This was a page turner and kept me interested. Good attention to detail but I feel it could have been more since some things were not revealed. Either way good read and I will read this series to see how it developes.
This was a page turner and kept me interested. Good attention to detail but I feel it could have been more since some things were not revealed. Either way good read and I will read this series to see how it developes.
September 1, 2014
My biggest issue with this book is that the main character remained clueless throughout the entire book only because she didn't ask any questions! Why?? (See, I just asked a question...it's not that hard). She even had friends and while she confided in them, not once did she ask them what they knew. Even the ones she was supposedly asking help from. She told them her predicament but never asked them what they knew or what was going on. It just got frustrating after awhile. Other than that, I enjoyed the characters and the overall storyline. The series has a lot of potential.
June 16, 2013
I received this book from first reads.
I must confess when I saw how small the font was to get more words on one page I was a little intimidated, but I did it anyway.
At the beginning I was a little confused with what was going on, but I guess the character, Maea (I'm not sure how to say her name may-uh? My-uh?), was too. I did have to go back to the beginning where the cast of characters are and figure out who all these people were. It started getting good though with all the mystery. It's a little hard to start at the beginning because of how it's written, the words are a bit more proper, but as you keep reading it gets better, you get more into what's going on and that helps. With the way it ended.....is book 2 out yet??
I must confess when I saw how small the font was to get more words on one page I was a little intimidated, but I did it anyway.
At the beginning I was a little confused with what was going on, but I guess the character, Maea (I'm not sure how to say her name may-uh? My-uh?), was too. I did have to go back to the beginning where the cast of characters are and figure out who all these people were. It started getting good though with all the mystery. It's a little hard to start at the beginning because of how it's written, the words are a bit more proper, but as you keep reading it gets better, you get more into what's going on and that helps. With the way it ended.....is book 2 out yet??
February 10, 2015
Oftentimes it can be difficult to follow through on a grand secret with an equally grand reveal, but Andrews' book manages it quite well.
This is an amnesia book, a novel where the reader and main character are left in the dark as the plot unfolds.
although the first half was maddeningly confusing it all more or less came together in the end.
I enjoyed the story and the interesting plot twists which I never saw coming, but I would have liked to see a little more buildup, the major plot points were over before you knew it which didn't give much time to feel the suspense of the situation.
that being said, the world that Andrews created is beautiful and rich and I look forward to the second book in the series.
This is an amnesia book, a novel where the reader and main character are left in the dark as the plot unfolds.
although the first half was maddeningly confusing it all more or less came together in the end.
I enjoyed the story and the interesting plot twists which I never saw coming, but I would have liked to see a little more buildup, the major plot points were over before you knew it which didn't give much time to feel the suspense of the situation.
that being said, the world that Andrews created is beautiful and rich and I look forward to the second book in the series.
August 25, 2019
Diviner’s Prophecy by Nicolette Andrews is book one in the Diviner’s Trilogy that I listened to on audio narrated by Anna Castigloni. This book is outside my usual reading genre but I did enjoy it and look forward to reading book two Diviner’s Curse. I did find the story to be a bit slow, but Nicolette did pull me in and I had to know how it was going to end. Anna did a great job narrating. I enjoyed the different voices she used for the different characters. I cannot wait to find other projects that she has worked on. The book does end on a cliffhanger. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Fantasy or Royal storylines.
May 31, 2018
Fabulous
Fast paced, well written characters and an amazing world. There is mystery and mayhem, lies disguised as truths and no way of working out who is friend and who is foe till it’s almost to late. Highly recommend.
Fast paced, well written characters and an amazing world. There is mystery and mayhem, lies disguised as truths and no way of working out who is friend and who is foe till it’s almost to late. Highly recommend.
July 1, 2016
Very good read!!!
Great book. The story draws you into it. Characters are great, murder, intrigue plus love. Everything that you need in the perfect book. Thank you Nicolette.
Great book. The story draws you into it. Characters are great, murder, intrigue plus love. Everything that you need in the perfect book. Thank you Nicolette.
July 21, 2017
😍
I really liked the setting of the book. I recommend you read it if you enjoy supernatural books. Also, if you like medieval times.
I really liked the setting of the book. I recommend you read it if you enjoy supernatural books. Also, if you like medieval times.
March 27, 2018
I love this & I can't wait for more.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
July 1, 2019
This review is based on an audio-book that I received. It is an honest review and the complimentary receipt of it in no way affected my review or rating.
'Divener's Prophecy' by Nicolette Andrews is the story of Maea.
This is the first audio-book in "Diviner' Series.
This series has 3 books.
This audio-book is about 8 hours and 2 minutes long and has an open end. It is easy to continue the story from this point on.
The narrator, Anna Castiglioni has a nice and soft spoken voice. I always need to get used to someone voice, but in her case I did not get used to her way of speaking. Her voice is very clear, but I think that she doesnt have a nice pacing so that I cant follow the story clearly. I find it very distrubing that she doesnt take the time to pause on certain points. I think that is why I missed a bit of emotion from the characters. The sound quality is good.
This book is a good way to start the 'Diviners series'. The story is about magic and profecys.
Diviner's Prophesy is the story of Maea, the last diviner, a line of women who can into the past and future.
I am not sure if I really enjoyed this book. But at the same time I totally did.
This is the first book I have read from Nicolette Andrews.
I didn't finished this audiobook very quick. It took me several days to finish it.
I find the start of this book very confusing and it takes a while to get the feel for this story.
But when it does I was cought in her web of intrique and lies.
The story starts with Maea having no memory and her powers weak. I didn't know what would happen and who was really on her side throughout most of the book, just like Maea. It is a good book, full of mystery and politics.
Maea is a believable character who is only trying to sort through the maze of politics as her own fuzzy memories and visions.
Maea is cursed. A sorcerer took away her past, leaving her with little more than her name.
When she discovers that the sorcerer took her memories to cover up a plot that threatens her kingdom, she realizes it is up to her to stop him.
But she has to break her curse first, and that means finding the sorcerer.
He never intended for her to remember, so she must rely on her ability to see into the future to guide her.
This will not be an easy task, the spell weakened her powers and her visions are very unclear.
The few clues she has, lead her to court where she is plunged into a world of royal intrigue.
Though many offer assistance, no help comes without a price.
There is no one she can trust, or so she thought. Her visions bring her to Prince Adair.
His reputation as a ladies man proceeds him. Maea fears he is just like the other courtiers.
But he may be the key to revealing the sorcerer’s identity. He offers to aid in her search and asks for nothing in return. Maea doubts his motives, but her visions do not lie.
She foresees a dire future if the sorcerer and his allies cannot be stopped. As she unravels the mystery surrounding her curse, she finds the plot goes deeper than she could imagine.
If she does not hurry, the sorcerer will unleash an ancient evil that will destroy her kingdom.
I would definitely recommend this book if the summary sounds like something that you'd like.
It's a good, solid listen and a promising start to the series. It may happen that will need to relisten to certain parts to be sure what just happened.
I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher for an honest review.
'Divener's Prophecy' by Nicolette Andrews is the story of Maea.
This is the first audio-book in "Diviner' Series.
This series has 3 books.
This audio-book is about 8 hours and 2 minutes long and has an open end. It is easy to continue the story from this point on.
The narrator, Anna Castiglioni has a nice and soft spoken voice. I always need to get used to someone voice, but in her case I did not get used to her way of speaking. Her voice is very clear, but I think that she doesnt have a nice pacing so that I cant follow the story clearly. I find it very distrubing that she doesnt take the time to pause on certain points. I think that is why I missed a bit of emotion from the characters. The sound quality is good.
This book is a good way to start the 'Diviners series'. The story is about magic and profecys.
Diviner's Prophesy is the story of Maea, the last diviner, a line of women who can into the past and future.
I am not sure if I really enjoyed this book. But at the same time I totally did.
This is the first book I have read from Nicolette Andrews.
I didn't finished this audiobook very quick. It took me several days to finish it.
I find the start of this book very confusing and it takes a while to get the feel for this story.
But when it does I was cought in her web of intrique and lies.
The story starts with Maea having no memory and her powers weak. I didn't know what would happen and who was really on her side throughout most of the book, just like Maea. It is a good book, full of mystery and politics.
Maea is a believable character who is only trying to sort through the maze of politics as her own fuzzy memories and visions.
Maea is cursed. A sorcerer took away her past, leaving her with little more than her name.
When she discovers that the sorcerer took her memories to cover up a plot that threatens her kingdom, she realizes it is up to her to stop him.
But she has to break her curse first, and that means finding the sorcerer.
He never intended for her to remember, so she must rely on her ability to see into the future to guide her.
This will not be an easy task, the spell weakened her powers and her visions are very unclear.
The few clues she has, lead her to court where she is plunged into a world of royal intrigue.
Though many offer assistance, no help comes without a price.
There is no one she can trust, or so she thought. Her visions bring her to Prince Adair.
His reputation as a ladies man proceeds him. Maea fears he is just like the other courtiers.
But he may be the key to revealing the sorcerer’s identity. He offers to aid in her search and asks for nothing in return. Maea doubts his motives, but her visions do not lie.
She foresees a dire future if the sorcerer and his allies cannot be stopped. As she unravels the mystery surrounding her curse, she finds the plot goes deeper than she could imagine.
If she does not hurry, the sorcerer will unleash an ancient evil that will destroy her kingdom.
I would definitely recommend this book if the summary sounds like something that you'd like.
It's a good, solid listen and a promising start to the series. It may happen that will need to relisten to certain parts to be sure what just happened.
I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher for an honest review.
November 24, 2018
She was a diviner like her female ancestors before her yet she could not see neither backwards nor forwards, she was stuck on the one image. She is the last Diranel Diviner and her violet eyes marked her out as such. Maea had her memories all erased so she did not know who she really was and had no past, and though the royal city of Keisan, which was to be her new home, impressed her she would have gladly exchanged it for a past and her freedom. She was told that she had to remember to prevent his rising and that if she failed it would mean the destruction of all things. She started to doubt everyone around her, not knowing who to turn to or whether she could trust anyone. She felt that Damara and Johai wanted to use her diviner powers to control the kingdom and she knew that the charm she wore round her neck was being used to control her. Somehow in all the plotting going on between the different factions she was the key. Ambitions ran high in the court and allegiances were being forged yet to what purpose? Poor Maea supposedly the diviner yet her visions did not prepare her for what was in store! How could she have got it all so wrong? This was a very intricate story full of political intrigue, back stabbing and ambitious rivalry which left Maea stranded on her own and in the dark, traitors abounded in the novel which is so beautifully unravelled keeping the reader guessing till the very last page. I know I just have to read book 2 in this epic trilogy!
December 12, 2018
She was a diviner like her female ancestors before her yet she could not see neither backwards nor forwards, she was stuck on the one image. She is the last Diranel Diviner and her violet eyes marked her out as such. Maea had her memories all erased so she did not know who she really was and had no past, and though the royal city of Keisan, which was to be her new home, impressed her she would have gladly exchanged it for a past and her freedom. She was told that she had to remember to prevent his rising and that if she failed it would mean the destruction of all things. She started to doubt everyone around her, not knowing who to turn to or whether she could trust anyone. She felt that Damara and Johai wanted to use her diviner powers to control the kingdom and she knew that the charm she wore round her neck was being used to control her. Somehow in all the plotting going on between the different factions she was the key. Ambitions ran high in the court and allegiances were being forged yet to what purpose? Poor Maea supposedly the diviner yet her visions did not prepare her for what was in store! How could she have got it all so wrong? This was a very intricate story full of political intrigue, back stabbing and ambitious rivalry which left Maea stranded on her own and in the dark, traitors abounded in the novel which is so beautifully unravelled keeping the reader guessing till the very last page. I know I just have to read book 2 in this epic trilogy!
January 7, 2018
I didn't like this book much when I first started reading it. It begins rather abruptly and made me feel like I was dropped right into the middle of the story, in a bad kind of way. It was a little disorienting, and made it hard for me to connect with the main character, Maea. That being said, I grew to like the book better the more I read. Some of the characters kind of blur into each other, but the main ones are fairly distinct and interesting, and the story is decent for the most part.
My biggest problem with this book is that the entire plot is based around the fact that Maea has been stripped of her memories. Had that not happened, the entire book would not have happened, or at the least would have played out much differently. Now, that premise isn't bad on its own, it could even have made for a more interesting story, but the reason for the removal of her memories was flimsy. Especially since doing so had the exact opposite outcome of what certain characters wanted to have happen. I think I would have liked it better had Maea not been so clueless.
By the end I enjoyed the book well enough to give it three stars, but I haven't decided if I care enough to buy Book Two.
My biggest problem with this book is that the entire plot is based around the fact that Maea has been stripped of her memories. Had that not happened, the entire book would not have happened, or at the least would have played out much differently. Now, that premise isn't bad on its own, it could even have made for a more interesting story, but the reason for the removal of her memories was flimsy. Especially since doing so had the exact opposite outcome of what certain characters wanted to have happen. I think I would have liked it better had Maea not been so clueless.
By the end I enjoyed the book well enough to give it three stars, but I haven't decided if I care enough to buy Book Two.
February 15, 2022
YA Paranormal Trilogy
It has potential and starts a bit rough but, it does get better towards the end. Some of the relationships are a bit confusing like Maea's with the prince whom she knows likes easy women as she caught him in the act with one and yet she's still drawn to him but also feels attraction/love for Johai.... unusual love triangle and a little off. To me it felt a little disjointed in the beginning. There's a level of mystery and political intrigue which does keep things more interesting and I would listen to the next one out of curiosity.
Parents- PG13- middle grade and up read
Language: mild, no f-bombs
Violence: moderate, skull split blood splattering, two messy beheadings
Sexual Content- kissing, interrupted sex scene
Narrator grows on you but I would recommend speeding it up: 1.25x speed felt normal, listened at 2x speed. The music between characters was a bit out of place, and there were a couple places where the lines repeat.
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
It has potential and starts a bit rough but, it does get better towards the end. Some of the relationships are a bit confusing like Maea's with the prince whom she knows likes easy women as she caught him in the act with one and yet she's still drawn to him but also feels attraction/love for Johai.... unusual love triangle and a little off. To me it felt a little disjointed in the beginning. There's a level of mystery and political intrigue which does keep things more interesting and I would listen to the next one out of curiosity.
Parents- PG13- middle grade and up read
Language: mild, no f-bombs
Violence: moderate, skull split blood splattering, two messy beheadings
Sexual Content- kissing, interrupted sex scene
Narrator grows on you but I would recommend speeding it up: 1.25x speed felt normal, listened at 2x speed. The music between characters was a bit out of place, and there were a couple places where the lines repeat.
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
May 1, 2023
Ooh, intrigues galore and secrets peeling back like an onion, loved it!
Could not put this book down. Got the feels of Maurice Druon’s Cursed Kings crossed with Holly Black’s Folk of the Air series and/or SJM’s ACOTAR (but with elemental mages instead of fair folk).
16yo Maea is the last in a line of diviners of the dishonoured House Diranel - she finds herself sens memories and captive of a lady Damara & Lord Johai who have plans for her. As her memories struggle to come back, she keeps having visions that lead her down the path of an ancient prophecy. I loved the surprise twists and that Maea was torn between Adair and Johai - for good reason, as it turned out. A rather dark immersion into court life as a coming of age story, but the plot is fresh & it had great characters. Can’t wait to read the next book.
Recommended reading for lovers of clean YA court intrigue epic fantasy, prophecies where nothing is what it seems and the fate of nations hangs in the hands of a teen diviner suffering from memory loss.
Could not put this book down. Got the feels of Maurice Druon’s Cursed Kings crossed with Holly Black’s Folk of the Air series and/or SJM’s ACOTAR (but with elemental mages instead of fair folk).
16yo Maea is the last in a line of diviners of the dishonoured House Diranel - she finds herself sens memories and captive of a lady Damara & Lord Johai who have plans for her. As her memories struggle to come back, she keeps having visions that lead her down the path of an ancient prophecy. I loved the surprise twists and that Maea was torn between Adair and Johai - for good reason, as it turned out. A rather dark immersion into court life as a coming of age story, but the plot is fresh & it had great characters. Can’t wait to read the next book.
Recommended reading for lovers of clean YA court intrigue epic fantasy, prophecies where nothing is what it seems and the fate of nations hangs in the hands of a teen diviner suffering from memory loss.
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