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Council of Myths: Desires
The second installment of an epic saga the likes of A Song of Ice and Fire/Game of Thrones, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and The Crown.
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They all have demons to fight…
Emilya inches closer to the date of her death and rebirth.
Vincent fights his feelings for his queen.
Contessina learns to share her power.
Callum adjusts to life on the other side of society.
Lucilla takes a new lover to fill the void left by the last.
Aleksander attempts to make sense of his false memories.
Vivienne moves on from her lost love.
Deklan becomes entangled between love and duty.
Gisela prepares for the equinox.
Bastian deceives the newest members of his family.
Cederec challenges the religious authority in his country.
Nairi reveals more about the newly discovered magic.
And two new narrators join the fray...
James resists his new role as a member of the upper class.
Nyshaia spirals into the intrigue of her newfound life.
Welcome back to The Continent of Myths...
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They all have demons to fight…
Emilya inches closer to the date of her death and rebirth.
Vincent fights his feelings for his queen.
Contessina learns to share her power.
Callum adjusts to life on the other side of society.
Lucilla takes a new lover to fill the void left by the last.
Aleksander attempts to make sense of his false memories.
Vivienne moves on from her lost love.
Deklan becomes entangled between love and duty.
Gisela prepares for the equinox.
Bastian deceives the newest members of his family.
Cederec challenges the religious authority in his country.
Nairi reveals more about the newly discovered magic.
And two new narrators join the fray...
James resists his new role as a member of the upper class.
Nyshaia spirals into the intrigue of her newfound life.
Welcome back to The Continent of Myths...
- GenresFantasy
665 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2024
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About the author
Samantha Renee
2 books39 followersSamantha Renee is a Michigan born and raised author whose dream was to write books since she was twelve years old. Council of Myths: Origins is her first novel. When she’s not writing, she’s usually re-watching one of a half-dozen shows for the infinitieth time, playing World of Warcraft, Mass Effect, Dragon Age, or Baldur's Gate 3 very badly, and spending way too much time in Disney Dreamlight Valley. She currently lives in Texas.
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November 18, 2024
Rating: 4.5/5
Now that the stage has been set, we get to witness the drama unfold. This second book in the series picks up the pace and the spice. We witness some relationships deteriorate and others flourish. The politics get a little messier (the jabs at U.S. politics gave me a couple of chuckles, too). The pieces on this chessboard (dubbed The Continent) move methodically towards another cliffhanger that has me itching for the next book.
The one mini-downside to this book is that I still found myself trying to remember all of the minor characters and their backstories, but TBH I felt the same way about Game of Thrones (the TV series... don't worry; the books are on my TBR). By the end of GoT, I was appreciative of the large array of characters and perspectives. I am hoping that it will be the same here with Council of Myths.
Also, that dedication. That. Dedication. LOL
Now that the stage has been set, we get to witness the drama unfold. This second book in the series picks up the pace and the spice. We witness some relationships deteriorate and others flourish. The politics get a little messier (the jabs at U.S. politics gave me a couple of chuckles, too). The pieces on this chessboard (dubbed The Continent) move methodically towards another cliffhanger that has me itching for the next book.
The one mini-downside to this book is that I still found myself trying to remember all of the minor characters and their backstories, but TBH I felt the same way about Game of Thrones (the TV series... don't worry; the books are on my TBR). By the end of GoT, I was appreciative of the large array of characters and perspectives. I am hoping that it will be the same here with Council of Myths.
Also, that dedication. That. Dedication. LOL
October 1, 2024
5 ⭐
3 🌶️ Several open door spicy scenes
2 ☠️ Some triggers apply
Suspenseful, spicy and relatable.
Desires picks up right where we left off in Origins.
During the last couple months before Emilya's coronation we dig deeper into the mysteries of the Continent. With excellent balance between PoV's we learn more about each character and how their lives all intertwine. As changes are made, relationships beginning blooming in unexpected places, full of passion and desire. Tensions run high as secrets are revealed and conflicts arise throughout the Continent.
3 🌶️ Several open door spicy scenes
2 ☠️ Some triggers apply
Suspenseful, spicy and relatable.
Desires picks up right where we left off in Origins.
During the last couple months before Emilya's coronation we dig deeper into the mysteries of the Continent. With excellent balance between PoV's we learn more about each character and how their lives all intertwine. As changes are made, relationships beginning blooming in unexpected places, full of passion and desire. Tensions run high as secrets are revealed and conflicts arise throughout the Continent.
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