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Daughter of the Phoenix #1
The Third Sun
The sun is dying, the windows to Earth are closing. Time is running out.
After the death of her sister, eighteen-year-old Fia Aldridge knows one thing for certain: she doesn’t belong anywhere. But then she tumbles into the parallel world of Ohinyan—a world where angels and witches walk amongst mankind.
An ancient darkness is taking advantage of the dying sun, and Ohinyan needs Fia’s help. She soon learns that her arrival is not entirely by accident and that Alexander, leader of angels, is not the guardian she thought he was.
Torn between their feelings and their duties, together they must find a way to return Fia to London before the darkness consumes her and she is trapped in Ohinyan forever.
A richly woven tale drawing on ancient myths and legends. Fans of elemental magic, witches, shapeshifters and portal fantasy will devour the Third Sun: Daughter of the Phoenix Book One.
After the death of her sister, eighteen-year-old Fia Aldridge knows one thing for certain: she doesn’t belong anywhere. But then she tumbles into the parallel world of Ohinyan—a world where angels and witches walk amongst mankind.
An ancient darkness is taking advantage of the dying sun, and Ohinyan needs Fia’s help. She soon learns that her arrival is not entirely by accident and that Alexander, leader of angels, is not the guardian she thought he was.
Torn between their feelings and their duties, together they must find a way to return Fia to London before the darkness consumes her and she is trapped in Ohinyan forever.
A richly woven tale drawing on ancient myths and legends. Fans of elemental magic, witches, shapeshifters and portal fantasy will devour the Third Sun: Daughter of the Phoenix Book One.
388 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 22, 2020
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Victoria J. Price
9 books495 followersVictoria lives on England’s breathtaking south coast. She loves fairy tales, myths and legends, and grew up creating stories both in words and pictures. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her exploring with her husband and their two dogs, swimming in the English Channel and trying her hardest not to unalive her out of control collection of house plants.
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March 27, 2021
I received a copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via Lovebooktours.
The Third Sun is the first book in an explosive new series by Victoria J Price.
As a fantasy lover, this book ticked all the boxes for me - magic, supernatural, witches, good, evil... I was pulled in from the first chapter.
The main character, Fia, has recently suffered the bereavement of her sister and broken up with her boyfriend. She follows an Angel (Alexander) into a graveyard vault and enters another world. Fia is thrust into a world of darkness where their sun is dying and evil lurks all around them.
Fia quickly falls in love with Ohinyan - the world she's fallen into, and for Alexander. Fia seems to be the one the Ohinyans have been waiting for and the race is on to get Fia to the witches and then get her home to her own world.
The characters in this book are fantastically detailed and I especially loved Lady Noor and Fia. Both are strong, fearless characters and I can't wait to read more of them in book 2 which I am starting very soon.
The Third Sun is the first book in an explosive new series by Victoria J Price.
As a fantasy lover, this book ticked all the boxes for me - magic, supernatural, witches, good, evil... I was pulled in from the first chapter.
The main character, Fia, has recently suffered the bereavement of her sister and broken up with her boyfriend. She follows an Angel (Alexander) into a graveyard vault and enters another world. Fia is thrust into a world of darkness where their sun is dying and evil lurks all around them.
Fia quickly falls in love with Ohinyan - the world she's fallen into, and for Alexander. Fia seems to be the one the Ohinyans have been waiting for and the race is on to get Fia to the witches and then get her home to her own world.
The characters in this book are fantastically detailed and I especially loved Lady Noor and Fia. Both are strong, fearless characters and I can't wait to read more of them in book 2 which I am starting very soon.
August 30, 2020
The Third Sun is the story of a young girl who accidentally falls into another word with all kinds of fantasies. This story had me captivated right from the beginning. Fia, the protogonist had become one of my favorites so far. Her feelings were well portrayed and beautifully explained in a way that let's readers to easily relate to them. And the story line in itself was very interesting. It was a well planned out fantasy story that deserves to be read by every fantasy lovers out there. I highly recommend this book!
July 31, 2020
3.5/5 stars
This was an interesting read! :))
Goodreads blurb:
The sun is dying, the windows to Earth are closing. Time is running out.
After the death of her sister, eighteen-year-old Fia Aldridge knows one thing for certain: she doesn’t belong anywhere. But then she tumbles into the parallel world of Ohinyan—a world where angels and witches walk amongst mankind.
An ancient darkness is taking advantage of the dying sun, and Ohinyan needs Fia’s help. She soon learns that her arrival is not entirely by accident and that Alexander, leader of angels, is not the guardian she thought he was.
Torn between their feelings and their duties, together they must find a way to return Fia to London before the darkness consumes her and she is trapped in Ohinyan forever.
I won’t lie, I was initially drawn to the beautiful art on the cover (I’m lovingggg the new trend of character illustrations on book covers!!). But I was also intrigued to see how witches and angels would be told in the same story.
The Third Sun's strong point is definitely its unique take on Earth and the possibilities of parallel worlds, while incorporating a variety of diverse beings - some like those we tell stories of on Earth and other unique to Pierce’s Ohinyan. It was fun to experience Ohinyan and all its wonders with Fia; I was as fascinated as her!
It took me a while to really get into this book. The pacing felt… off at the beginning - I think the plot moves a little too fast at the start, which doesn’t allow for a lot of build-up in the plot or the romance. I also think a lot of the characters need more depth, even the main character Fia; her grief and self-discovery could’ve been explored more.
However, this is an enjoyable and interesting story. I liked the characters enough, and I found the direction of the plot and the world interesting enough to keep reading. I’m definitely starting the second book soon to discover how the series will end :) (I think it’s a duology but I could be wrong haha)
Thank you, Victoria Price, for the ebook copy in exchange for an honest review!!
If you enjoyed this review, you can friend me here on Goodreads and follow my Bookstagram/Twitter @ashton_reads. Thanks for reading!
This was an interesting read! :))
Goodreads blurb:
The sun is dying, the windows to Earth are closing. Time is running out.
After the death of her sister, eighteen-year-old Fia Aldridge knows one thing for certain: she doesn’t belong anywhere. But then she tumbles into the parallel world of Ohinyan—a world where angels and witches walk amongst mankind.
An ancient darkness is taking advantage of the dying sun, and Ohinyan needs Fia’s help. She soon learns that her arrival is not entirely by accident and that Alexander, leader of angels, is not the guardian she thought he was.
Torn between their feelings and their duties, together they must find a way to return Fia to London before the darkness consumes her and she is trapped in Ohinyan forever.
I won’t lie, I was initially drawn to the beautiful art on the cover (I’m lovingggg the new trend of character illustrations on book covers!!). But I was also intrigued to see how witches and angels would be told in the same story.
The Third Sun's strong point is definitely its unique take on Earth and the possibilities of parallel worlds, while incorporating a variety of diverse beings - some like those we tell stories of on Earth and other unique to Pierce’s Ohinyan. It was fun to experience Ohinyan and all its wonders with Fia; I was as fascinated as her!
It took me a while to really get into this book. The pacing felt… off at the beginning - I think the plot moves a little too fast at the start, which doesn’t allow for a lot of build-up in the plot or the romance. I also think a lot of the characters need more depth, even the main character Fia; her grief and self-discovery could’ve been explored more.
However, this is an enjoyable and interesting story. I liked the characters enough, and I found the direction of the plot and the world interesting enough to keep reading. I’m definitely starting the second book soon to discover how the series will end :) (I think it’s a duology but I could be wrong haha)
Thank you, Victoria Price, for the ebook copy in exchange for an honest review!!
If you enjoyed this review, you can friend me here on Goodreads and follow my Bookstagram/Twitter @ashton_reads. Thanks for reading!
May 23, 2020
This is an amazing and well written YA fantasy novel. Since her sister's death, Fia hadn't had much in her life, especially after her partner, Henry, cheats on her. Often when she's grieving, she thinks she sees angels on earth, and then, BOOM....she's transported to another world (Ohinyan), one where angels, among other supernatural beings, are real.
Unfortunately, though, Ohinyan is a world that's flooded with chaos and conflict. Little does Fia know the adventure she's about to have. This book has everything I love in a fantasy novel: magical beings, political drama, strong world building, and an assortment of well crafted characters. Highly a recommended read.
Unfortunately, though, Ohinyan is a world that's flooded with chaos and conflict. Little does Fia know the adventure she's about to have. This book has everything I love in a fantasy novel: magical beings, political drama, strong world building, and an assortment of well crafted characters. Highly a recommended read.
March 15, 2021
I received a copy of this book by lovebookstour....here is my honest review of it
I thought this was a really brilliant , fast passed book! It is the first in the series , you get introduced to one of the main characters eighteen year old Fia, she has had a hard few years when she suddenly trips into this whole other 'reality'. Time is against them from the start with the third sun dying they have a very short timelimit!
The way that Victoria Price describes the setting and the characters makes the words come alive and jump into your imagination. The other character featured in the book such as Alexander, all bring something to the storyline giving it great depth and making you want to keep reading and to find out what happens too them.
A book with angels, witches, shadows, mystery, adventure and a sprinkling of romance..what more coulf a book need?! An absolutely brilliant read by an incredible author. Cant wait to read book 2 in the series!
I thought this was a really brilliant , fast passed book! It is the first in the series , you get introduced to one of the main characters eighteen year old Fia, she has had a hard few years when she suddenly trips into this whole other 'reality'. Time is against them from the start with the third sun dying they have a very short timelimit!
The way that Victoria Price describes the setting and the characters makes the words come alive and jump into your imagination. The other character featured in the book such as Alexander, all bring something to the storyline giving it great depth and making you want to keep reading and to find out what happens too them.
A book with angels, witches, shadows, mystery, adventure and a sprinkling of romance..what more coulf a book need?! An absolutely brilliant read by an incredible author. Cant wait to read book 2 in the series!
July 5, 2020
This. Book. Is. AMAZING!
THE THIRD SUN by Victoria J. Price (@victoria_jprice) is a YA paranormal fantasy rife with angels, witches, shapeshifters, and a whole array of exotic, magical creatures. The journey begins when our lead, Fia, falls into a parallel world and meets the angel Alexander. On this world, Ohinyan, the sun is dying, and its inhabitants await the arrival of a new sun, the third sun (per the title). Amidst political turmoil, brewing darkness, and a mystical prophecy, Fia searches for home, for heart, and for understanding.
Everything about this book is painstakingly well done, from the romance with Alexander to the heart-pounding action sequences. Price weaves familiar threads in original ways, seamlessly blending beloved YA elements with innovative allure. The book reads like a movie with crisp prose, expert plotting, and epic concepts. It’s immersive and mesmerizing, poetic and polished, a lyrical saga of love and loss and healing.
THE THIRD SUN is an easy five stars. Perfect for fans of Laini Taylor, Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J. Maas, and Cassandra Clare, this book has all the ingredients for rampant obsession.
THE THIRD SUN by Victoria J. Price (@victoria_jprice) is a YA paranormal fantasy rife with angels, witches, shapeshifters, and a whole array of exotic, magical creatures. The journey begins when our lead, Fia, falls into a parallel world and meets the angel Alexander. On this world, Ohinyan, the sun is dying, and its inhabitants await the arrival of a new sun, the third sun (per the title). Amidst political turmoil, brewing darkness, and a mystical prophecy, Fia searches for home, for heart, and for understanding.
Everything about this book is painstakingly well done, from the romance with Alexander to the heart-pounding action sequences. Price weaves familiar threads in original ways, seamlessly blending beloved YA elements with innovative allure. The book reads like a movie with crisp prose, expert plotting, and epic concepts. It’s immersive and mesmerizing, poetic and polished, a lyrical saga of love and loss and healing.
THE THIRD SUN is an easy five stars. Perfect for fans of Laini Taylor, Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J. Maas, and Cassandra Clare, this book has all the ingredients for rampant obsession.
August 18, 2021
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Today I read the last 2 chapters from this book and my heart is in pieces. One of the most beautiful representations of couples you'll find in this book. Is not forced, is not rushed, is not sexual it's pure, sensible and so unique. As I like to say, I'm a sucker for fiction and romance, especially when they come together. And on this book, you have all of that and extra. It's 99% fiction, 1% real elements, and 1000% pure love and friendship - people and creatures all coming together for the greater good.
I always love books that show compassion, people, and creatures coming together for the greater good. The book has beautiful couple situations, but the most that touched me was the relationship between Enne and Maab - 2 male shapeshifters. Sadly it's not very common (for me so far - from the books I've read) to read about this type of relationship in a book, and I'm so glad and honored to be able to read it.
Their relationship was so pure and when Enne died - my heart broke. One of the most beautiful quotes from the book comes from Enne: "In the end, it was love that liberated me from that tormented place. Being with him is the only freedom I need in life. Anywhere he goes is my home." Of course, the relationship between Fia and Alexander is also very sweet and beautiful and its the center of the action, but this, this relationship the way their playful dates were described when they were in their animal form - was a different kind of experience for me, and it really melted to my core. I LOVE them!
The book is definitely 99% fiction and 1% real elements and if you love your creativity to be tested - this book will do it to the max. Imagine moth-like birds, winged horse, and elephant half giraffe type of creatures? This is the world of Ohinyan that takes you to another dimension.
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Today I read the last 2 chapters from this book and my heart is in pieces. One of the most beautiful representations of couples you'll find in this book. Is not forced, is not rushed, is not sexual it's pure, sensible and so unique. As I like to say, I'm a sucker for fiction and romance, especially when they come together. And on this book, you have all of that and extra. It's 99% fiction, 1% real elements, and 1000% pure love and friendship - people and creatures all coming together for the greater good.
I always love books that show compassion, people, and creatures coming together for the greater good. The book has beautiful couple situations, but the most that touched me was the relationship between Enne and Maab - 2 male shapeshifters. Sadly it's not very common (for me so far - from the books I've read) to read about this type of relationship in a book, and I'm so glad and honored to be able to read it.
Their relationship was so pure and when Enne died - my heart broke. One of the most beautiful quotes from the book comes from Enne: "In the end, it was love that liberated me from that tormented place. Being with him is the only freedom I need in life. Anywhere he goes is my home." Of course, the relationship between Fia and Alexander is also very sweet and beautiful and its the center of the action, but this, this relationship the way their playful dates were described when they were in their animal form - was a different kind of experience for me, and it really melted to my core. I LOVE them!
The book is definitely 99% fiction and 1% real elements and if you love your creativity to be tested - this book will do it to the max. Imagine moth-like birds, winged horse, and elephant half giraffe type of creatures? This is the world of Ohinyan that takes you to another dimension.
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August 22, 2020
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I am not an avid reader of YA fantasy but I really enjoyed reading this book! The story is gripping, the world building is easy to follow, and the characters are entertaining.
The author narrates the story in a wonderful manner. It is simple yet exciting. The story also balances the world building, characters, romance, and adventure in a nice manner. I like reading about the Mizunese and their culture. The author wrote the adventure elements very well. In fact, I was at the edge of my seat on some scenes when they fight the Senkahs or when Fia hears Erebus talking to her.
Fia is great in the lead. I loved how she puts herself in danger to help others. Its always great to read an action heroine who can take charge. There are many supporting characters that I also liked like Noor, Arion, Malachai, Altair, Runa and Maab. Lorn as devious as the villain and was so entertaining to read.
However, there are a few minor things which had room for improvement. For instance, I wasn’t fond of the instant love between Fia and Alexander. While it is fun at times, I found it unnecessary, especially during a suspense moment. Also, I felt like we didn’t get a backstory of Sophie and Alexander. Fia keeps thinking of Sophie, but I wish we had more details about the incident.
Other than that, I loved reading this! I am so excited to read the continuation to see how they fight Erebus. Overall, “The Third Sun” is a very nice fantasy novel.
March 19, 2021
3.8⭐️
Today’s arbitrary exact number of stars is because this book felt a little, quick? Like I know things in fantasy books happen on odd timelines that isn’t it. Is more that the story moved through each thing too quickly.
Generally I thought this book was done well. First books in fantasy series can be hard because you end up with an info dump. While there was tons of world building and I was sometimes unclear on it, it was totally fine because I was unclear right alongside MC Fia! Ideal.
As with all successful fantasy (IMO) there is a handsome love interest who (spoiler!) never wears a shirt.
Looking forward to finding out what happens next. To be honest, while I predicted where Fia would end the book, I have no clue what will happen next!
Thanks for a copy of this book in exchange for this honest review!
Today’s arbitrary exact number of stars is because this book felt a little, quick? Like I know things in fantasy books happen on odd timelines that isn’t it. Is more that the story moved through each thing too quickly.
Generally I thought this book was done well. First books in fantasy series can be hard because you end up with an info dump. While there was tons of world building and I was sometimes unclear on it, it was totally fine because I was unclear right alongside MC Fia! Ideal.
As with all successful fantasy (IMO) there is a handsome love interest who (spoiler!) never wears a shirt.
Looking forward to finding out what happens next. To be honest, while I predicted where Fia would end the book, I have no clue what will happen next!
Thanks for a copy of this book in exchange for this honest review!
July 23, 2020
The Third Sun written by Victoria J. Price is the first book of the Daughter of the Phoenix series. It tells the story of Fia, Alexander and the people as well as the creatures of Ohinyan. Fia is a strong willed lonely girl, who lives in London. She is extremely kind hearted, very loyal, responsible and of a lovable character. At the beginning of the story she is a little vulnerable but as the story progresses she finds out her true calling and blossoms into a powerful character. The reader is bound to love her.
On the other hand the male main protagonist Alexander is an angel. Though an angel he is very much like a human being. As a character he is kind, responsible, reliable, well respected, very protective of all living beings and most importantly is deeply in love with Fia.
When I first laid my hands on this book ( virtually) I couldn't imagine that I am going to enjoy this book to this extent. Well conceived, well written and highly imaginative. It has qualities to make it a hit .
A must read for every fantasy lover.
On the other hand the male main protagonist Alexander is an angel. Though an angel he is very much like a human being. As a character he is kind, responsible, reliable, well respected, very protective of all living beings and most importantly is deeply in love with Fia.
When I first laid my hands on this book ( virtually) I couldn't imagine that I am going to enjoy this book to this extent. Well conceived, well written and highly imaginative. It has qualities to make it a hit .
A must read for every fantasy lover.
December 17, 2020
Actual rating - 3,5 ★
A unique, steampunkish magical world of angels, shape-shifters, witches, winged horses, big birds, little feline creatures and...wonder woman (not an actual wonder woman, but I couldn't help myself imagining Gal Gadot's Diana while reading this book). Overall the story was entertaining, but sometimes it felt like it was *too much*. I'm not a big fan of fantasy books that mix elements of different (fantasy) genres together. Too many characters, not enough development was my second issue with this book. There's a romance here, an insta-love, but, as someone who has nothing against insta-love, I believe this could have been a great read had there been more development of Fia and Alexander's relationship, too.
I nearly DNFed it at 84%, perhaps this is an "it's not you, it's me" situation, because the book wasn't bad at all.
Will I continue on with the series? Maybe.
A unique, steampunkish magical world of angels, shape-shifters, witches, winged horses, big birds, little feline creatures and...wonder woman (not an actual wonder woman, but I couldn't help myself imagining Gal Gadot's Diana while reading this book). Overall the story was entertaining, but sometimes it felt like it was *too much*. I'm not a big fan of fantasy books that mix elements of different (fantasy) genres together. Too many characters, not enough development was my second issue with this book. There's a romance here, an insta-love, but, as someone who has nothing against insta-love, I believe this could have been a great read had there been more development of Fia and Alexander's relationship, too.
I nearly DNFed it at 84%, perhaps this is an "it's not you, it's me" situation, because the book wasn't bad at all.
Will I continue on with the series? Maybe.
August 8, 2020
"Endings were hard. Surely, everybody knew that. The end of your favorite book. A breakup. Saying goodbye. A death."
Fia is a young woman who's struggling with the death of her sister, and the unfaithfulness of her ex-boyfriend. Her problems are big enough without the addition of hearing and seeing things she can't fully articulate.
Whist visiting a park, Fia believes she's yet again seen an Angel. Running after the angel desperate for answers Fia unexpectedly falls through a portal to another world. His world - Ohinyan.
A magical world unlike our own, beautiful and in trouble.
The Sun is dying - chaos is rising - and with Fia's help, the dreamy angel Alexandra, might be able to save the day.
An awesome read from beginning to end!
Fia is a young woman who's struggling with the death of her sister, and the unfaithfulness of her ex-boyfriend. Her problems are big enough without the addition of hearing and seeing things she can't fully articulate.
Whist visiting a park, Fia believes she's yet again seen an Angel. Running after the angel desperate for answers Fia unexpectedly falls through a portal to another world. His world - Ohinyan.
A magical world unlike our own, beautiful and in trouble.
The Sun is dying - chaos is rising - and with Fia's help, the dreamy angel Alexandra, might be able to save the day.
An awesome read from beginning to end!
August 27, 2020
What a beautifully rendered escape! Beautiful world filled with tiny details. Both high tech and high fantasy! With Shades of Narnia, his dark materials and Shadowhunters, and yet still exceptional and unique, Ohinyan should be on the top list of fantasy worlds you never want to leave.
Lorn! I want to save her!!
Noor! I want to be her BFF! So freaking cool!
And Airion! Got some happy making Falcore vibes!
Big cat husbands warmed my soul!
and yes I’m still crying about something I shan’t spoil.
I felt Fia’s ache. Thank goodness there’s another book so I don’t have to feel that ache long!
Lorn! I want to save her!!
Noor! I want to be her BFF! So freaking cool!
And Airion! Got some happy making Falcore vibes!
Big cat husbands warmed my soul!
and yes I’m still crying about something I shan’t spoil.
I felt Fia’s ache. Thank goodness there’s another book so I don’t have to feel that ache long!
March 5, 2021
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Wow what a fantastic start of a series. I am a sucker for books about Angels and anything supernatural really. So this story ticked all my boxe!It was fast paced, action packed and absolutely beautifully written.
I really liked the messages about darkness and light and love and loss. I really liked how easy darkness can easily take over you if you let it, but if you embrace light, things are better, easier and beautiful. The sadness of all the loss especially for our main protagonists, was heartbreaking. For such young people, they experienced the worst things imaginable. But where there is loss, there is love, there is futures. I really liked how so many different creatures, beings and worlds all drew together and fought for what is right, fought for their loved ones and for there future.
The Third Sun follows Fia, who is alone after her last in her family (her sister Sophie) died. She is struggling in keeping going after finding her boyfriend was cheating. She also thinks she's going crazy, hearing people talking when no-one is there, and she's sure she is seeing an Angel about. When Fia manages to fall through a window in her world, London, and is transported into another Ohinyan, she finds herself in a new parallel world. Where Angels, Witches and creatures live amongst another. Where a darkness is taking over and the sun is dying. Fia finds her true destiny, but with costs that she's not ready to endure. She meeta Lady Noor a witch with all the answers and Alexander an Angel whose been watching over Fia. They need Fia's help. What Fia didn't expect was her feelings for Alexander and for Ohinyan.
Loved Fia, she's strong and a kickass female character. She is a fighter and can pack a punch or more. She is a quick learner and will fight for what is right. I enjoyed her growth in this book and how even though she was struggling with belonging, she soon found where she does. Alexander just sounds beautiful (well he's an Angel after all!) I liked that he was bound by duty but also struggling with hia growing feelings for Fia. He knew she was the girl who can help Ohinyan, but he didn't expect to have more than duty that bound himself to her. His conflict with his feelings was emotional and the ending...oh my I want to know if he gets his happy ending.
I also loved Lady Noor who has a big part in this story too. She is a powerful witch, who can do illusions and make her into someone else, she was the perfect spy and extremely clever. I hope to have more of her character in the next book.
The world building in this book is absolutely amazing, I felt like I was transported there, everything was described so vividly, even all your senses, taste, smell, noises. It was so well done and not done where you get bored. The only flaw I have which isn't bad at all. I just wish that the last few chapters had more. I felt the battle was over too quickly and I felt the ending could of been drawn out a bit longer. There have been so many beautiful, meaningful, declarations throughout this book but when it came to the end with Fia and Alexander it just ended. I'm now left thinking gosh no what happens now. I know there's book 2 and I understand it will continue but felt that it just ended, I wanted just a little bit more, because it was that good.
I definitely recommend this book and I now have to get myself the next book in the series. I so wish that I signed up for the tour for book 2, as this novel is just so good I need to know what happens! Such a fab start to this amazing series for sure.
Wow what a fantastic start of a series. I am a sucker for books about Angels and anything supernatural really. So this story ticked all my boxe!It was fast paced, action packed and absolutely beautifully written.
I really liked the messages about darkness and light and love and loss. I really liked how easy darkness can easily take over you if you let it, but if you embrace light, things are better, easier and beautiful. The sadness of all the loss especially for our main protagonists, was heartbreaking. For such young people, they experienced the worst things imaginable. But where there is loss, there is love, there is futures. I really liked how so many different creatures, beings and worlds all drew together and fought for what is right, fought for their loved ones and for there future.
The Third Sun follows Fia, who is alone after her last in her family (her sister Sophie) died. She is struggling in keeping going after finding her boyfriend was cheating. She also thinks she's going crazy, hearing people talking when no-one is there, and she's sure she is seeing an Angel about. When Fia manages to fall through a window in her world, London, and is transported into another Ohinyan, she finds herself in a new parallel world. Where Angels, Witches and creatures live amongst another. Where a darkness is taking over and the sun is dying. Fia finds her true destiny, but with costs that she's not ready to endure. She meeta Lady Noor a witch with all the answers and Alexander an Angel whose been watching over Fia. They need Fia's help. What Fia didn't expect was her feelings for Alexander and for Ohinyan.
Loved Fia, she's strong and a kickass female character. She is a fighter and can pack a punch or more. She is a quick learner and will fight for what is right. I enjoyed her growth in this book and how even though she was struggling with belonging, she soon found where she does. Alexander just sounds beautiful (well he's an Angel after all!) I liked that he was bound by duty but also struggling with hia growing feelings for Fia. He knew she was the girl who can help Ohinyan, but he didn't expect to have more than duty that bound himself to her. His conflict with his feelings was emotional and the ending...oh my I want to know if he gets his happy ending.
I also loved Lady Noor who has a big part in this story too. She is a powerful witch, who can do illusions and make her into someone else, she was the perfect spy and extremely clever. I hope to have more of her character in the next book.
The world building in this book is absolutely amazing, I felt like I was transported there, everything was described so vividly, even all your senses, taste, smell, noises. It was so well done and not done where you get bored. The only flaw I have which isn't bad at all. I just wish that the last few chapters had more. I felt the battle was over too quickly and I felt the ending could of been drawn out a bit longer. There have been so many beautiful, meaningful, declarations throughout this book but when it came to the end with Fia and Alexander it just ended. I'm now left thinking gosh no what happens now. I know there's book 2 and I understand it will continue but felt that it just ended, I wanted just a little bit more, because it was that good.
I definitely recommend this book and I now have to get myself the next book in the series. I so wish that I signed up for the tour for book 2, as this novel is just so good I need to know what happens! Such a fab start to this amazing series for sure.
January 13, 2022
I really enjoyed the lushness of this fantasy world and the way the book handles the delicate, difficult subject of bereavement. Some really tender, beautiful moments. Oh and hot angels for the win!! 🤩
April 29, 2021
It's a wonderfully rich YA fantasy novel that weaves together the magical worlds of witches, angels, mythical creatures and humans. The characters are compelling; the Lady Noor was my favourite because she was a total badass. I am looking forward to reading the next two in the trilogy!
June 9, 2021
Fia lives in London, where everything is going wrong for her. Her sister has died, her boyfriend has cheated on her, and she has no one left in the world except someone at her kickboxing gym. At this low point, she follows this angel she keeps seeing at the edge of her vision into a different world. To get home, she needs to be taken to a witches coven, but finding one without being stopped by the insanity going on Ohinyan - not least of which is that their sun is dying and no one knows how long they will have to wait for the third sun.
The Third Sun is a fascinating world. The different types of people, and the language used to describe them, really brings you into Ohinyan. It isn't the typical fantasy world. The Navarii, whilst travelling on ship, decorate the walls with pictures of what has happened and things they have experienced. It's not truly an extraneous detail, and feels right to read.
Price's word choice is something I very much enjoy. Even during moments I did not enjoy, there is no denying the feeling of an epic writer. For the setting and the writing, I was swept away into finishing this book in one sitting.
My favorite character, and therefore my favorite chapters, were of Lady Noor the witch. I feel like she was the strongest character as well. While her own history took its time to uncover, I still empathized with her decisions even when I didn't completely understand them all. For a stretch of the story, she was alone, having to hide herself in illusions so as not to be discovered, and had to make the most of her situation with said illusions.
I also enjoyed Maab and Enne. Shapeshifters and lovers, Enne's lines to Fia about this and about what "home" meant to him were perhaps the most poignant in the book. The body language of the two in animal form, let alone in humanoid form, was a delight to read. Of secondary characters, I could feel their relationship and a history that I had no chance to read even more than I could with most of the main characters.
Which leads me to the problems I had with the novel. I will say here that some of them are definitely things I personally do not like, so if you enjoy or do not mind this, certainly put this further up on your list.
It isn't a secret that Fia and the angel, Alexander, are the romantic leads in this book. It says as much in the book's summary. What I dreaded was how immediate it was. Not the affair itself, as both did their best to put it off. But we missed when Alexander fell for Fia, because it happened before the book started. For Fia, part of it has to do with physical attraction (I had to keep reminding myself she just turned eighteen), but I couldn't reconcile how her feelings for him became more important than her current situation. Especially before she actually got to know him better. For the most part, her perception of him was nice, hot, and sad. There is definitely more to him, as we read in his POV chapters. But for someone who just suffered a betrayal in her previous relationship, some (not all, mind) of her reactions to Alexander rankled. Again, this is one of my own pet peeves, one compounded when considering how nice it would have been to read at least about Alexander's developing feelings in the scenes before the ones we got.
In this vein several other moments pricked me as off, mainly informed by this relationship forming. Right after Fia learns something about herself and decides not to tell Alexander about it, she says they both need to open up a little. There is no mention of her hypocrisy here, which I'd have found excusable. This secret Fia keeps doesn't even make sense to keep, until she is threatened to keep it much later in the story. Then I was frustrated that this girl, who is smart and level headed in so many other ways, basically does this to herself.
With Fia and Alexander's budding relationship, there is a moment as they travel that Alexander considers carrying her, but doesn't. Then danger arrives. Why in the world did he not carry her to higher ground then? Instead we got a(n admittedly well written) fight scene that, frankly shouldn't have happened. There was no reason that he shouldn't have flown her out of danger right then. Other moments in the story it makes sense for him not to fly her, but not that one.
Alexander sends a couple of his fellow angels out scouting, and they do not return. When the group finds them, they are fine, needing to take care of something they found during their scouting. Except they know what danger everyone is in, so even if they felt the need to remain and take care of that business, they still should have gone and reported first to Alexander, who is their leader. It was stupid, irresponsible, but no one ever calls them out on it.
Near the end of the book, there is something that Fia tells Alexander she must do alone. While I'm not sure why that is a necessity and it feels more that the plot needs her to be alone, I accept this and read on. However, while alone, comes something that I think must have been accurate in a previous draft of the novel. Fia had "argued and pleaded" with Alexander to do this alone. Except what we read is her saying she "needs to do this alone" and him saying "if that's what you want".
This book does not need proofreading or line edits. It probably doesn't even need as many developmental edits as I suggest here, though a few would certainly help. So much of this book is so well written, which is why it pains me that it hits so many of my pet peeves. If, after reading this review, you know those moments won't bother you (or as much), I implore that you pick this book up. At least to read about Noor.
The Third Sun is a fascinating world. The different types of people, and the language used to describe them, really brings you into Ohinyan. It isn't the typical fantasy world. The Navarii, whilst travelling on ship, decorate the walls with pictures of what has happened and things they have experienced. It's not truly an extraneous detail, and feels right to read.
Price's word choice is something I very much enjoy. Even during moments I did not enjoy, there is no denying the feeling of an epic writer. For the setting and the writing, I was swept away into finishing this book in one sitting.
My favorite character, and therefore my favorite chapters, were of Lady Noor the witch. I feel like she was the strongest character as well. While her own history took its time to uncover, I still empathized with her decisions even when I didn't completely understand them all. For a stretch of the story, she was alone, having to hide herself in illusions so as not to be discovered, and had to make the most of her situation with said illusions.
I also enjoyed Maab and Enne. Shapeshifters and lovers, Enne's lines to Fia about this and about what "home" meant to him were perhaps the most poignant in the book. The body language of the two in animal form, let alone in humanoid form, was a delight to read. Of secondary characters, I could feel their relationship and a history that I had no chance to read even more than I could with most of the main characters.
Which leads me to the problems I had with the novel. I will say here that some of them are definitely things I personally do not like, so if you enjoy or do not mind this, certainly put this further up on your list.
It isn't a secret that Fia and the angel, Alexander, are the romantic leads in this book. It says as much in the book's summary. What I dreaded was how immediate it was. Not the affair itself, as both did their best to put it off. But we missed when Alexander fell for Fia, because it happened before the book started. For Fia, part of it has to do with physical attraction (I had to keep reminding myself she just turned eighteen), but I couldn't reconcile how her feelings for him became more important than her current situation. Especially before she actually got to know him better. For the most part, her perception of him was nice, hot, and sad. There is definitely more to him, as we read in his POV chapters. But for someone who just suffered a betrayal in her previous relationship, some (not all, mind) of her reactions to Alexander rankled. Again, this is one of my own pet peeves, one compounded when considering how nice it would have been to read at least about Alexander's developing feelings in the scenes before the ones we got.
In this vein several other moments pricked me as off, mainly informed by this relationship forming. Right after Fia learns something about herself and decides not to tell Alexander about it, she says they both need to open up a little. There is no mention of her hypocrisy here, which I'd have found excusable. This secret Fia keeps doesn't even make sense to keep, until she is threatened to keep it much later in the story. Then I was frustrated that this girl, who is smart and level headed in so many other ways, basically does this to herself.
With Fia and Alexander's budding relationship, there is a moment as they travel that Alexander considers carrying her, but doesn't. Then danger arrives. Why in the world did he not carry her to higher ground then? Instead we got a(n admittedly well written) fight scene that, frankly shouldn't have happened. There was no reason that he shouldn't have flown her out of danger right then. Other moments in the story it makes sense for him not to fly her, but not that one.
Alexander sends a couple of his fellow angels out scouting, and they do not return. When the group finds them, they are fine, needing to take care of something they found during their scouting. Except they know what danger everyone is in, so even if they felt the need to remain and take care of that business, they still should have gone and reported first to Alexander, who is their leader. It was stupid, irresponsible, but no one ever calls them out on it.
Near the end of the book, there is something that Fia tells Alexander she must do alone. While I'm not sure why that is a necessity and it feels more that the plot needs her to be alone, I accept this and read on. However, while alone, comes something that I think must have been accurate in a previous draft of the novel. Fia had "argued and pleaded" with Alexander to do this alone. Except what we read is her saying she "needs to do this alone" and him saying "if that's what you want".
This book does not need proofreading or line edits. It probably doesn't even need as many developmental edits as I suggest here, though a few would certainly help. So much of this book is so well written, which is why it pains me that it hits so many of my pet peeves. If, after reading this review, you know those moments won't bother you (or as much), I implore that you pick this book up. At least to read about Noor.
December 4, 2020
5 stars, with excellent execution all the way through! As quickly as Fia showed up at the gym to do some kickboxing, I was hooked, and my admiration for the plot, worlds, and characters only grew from there. As I read, I was reminded of Narnia, Girl with the Golden Compass, with some Skyrim and Last Airbender geared towards readers who want richer fantasy experiences and deeper worlds. Third Sun satisfies readers looking for all of these with ease, never breaking down, nor stretching scenes too far.
The magic system and the way it manifests in characters/species throughout is fully realized and well-bounded, though transfixingly imaginative at times as well. It's really one of the book's strongest features, and its exploration and development is on par with the best of I've read, ever. Along with the world of Oyhian, its many cities, and well-defined geographical features, Price truly brings out the purest potential of her world with finely measured detail. Also, kudos for having a mapping scene where contour lines are referenced. The world's defining features were a bit bland, at first, but by the end of the story, I was dreaming panoramically of the dozen lively landscapes/cityscapes on Ohiyan worth its read. I think they could have been explored a little longer. Maybe a little less time at sea or Noor sleuthing around airship corridors, and let Orhen's betrayal develop a little more. However, Noor's cataloging all of the unique wildlife brought to life was of course very useful development for the plot and the narrative's morality, while also providing a look in at power-hungry Lorn.
Continuing, morality was another strong aspect of Third Sun. From the funeral at the beginning, to the one after the battle, I felt every character death and connected with their plights and struggles. This is where the book shines its brightest. Because of the angles, the witches, and villains and their development from beginning to end. None of the classic fantasy tropes are a problem here, although many of them make appearances, they don't play too large a role or seem out of place. The content is strong, tense, and each character is given their opportunity to shine, making for some memorable sendoffs, intimate relationships, and heroic last stands. High marks again on how well defined the geography of the world is, without ever bogging down the narrative, and bringing it into play during the battle.
The resolution and alliances formed at the end should certainly bring readers back for a sequel! Erebus really exerted his influence all over the plot and through his minions accomplished many dark deeds, without even showing himself. It will be interesting to see where the next book goes, maybe trouble will follow Fia home; while Alexander shelters in place as the 3rd sun rises.
The magic system and the way it manifests in characters/species throughout is fully realized and well-bounded, though transfixingly imaginative at times as well. It's really one of the book's strongest features, and its exploration and development is on par with the best of I've read, ever. Along with the world of Oyhian, its many cities, and well-defined geographical features, Price truly brings out the purest potential of her world with finely measured detail. Also, kudos for having a mapping scene where contour lines are referenced. The world's defining features were a bit bland, at first, but by the end of the story, I was dreaming panoramically of the dozen lively landscapes/cityscapes on Ohiyan worth its read. I think they could have been explored a little longer. Maybe a little less time at sea or Noor sleuthing around airship corridors, and let Orhen's betrayal develop a little more. However, Noor's cataloging all of the unique wildlife brought to life was of course very useful development for the plot and the narrative's morality, while also providing a look in at power-hungry Lorn.
Continuing, morality was another strong aspect of Third Sun. From the funeral at the beginning, to the one after the battle, I felt every character death and connected with their plights and struggles. This is where the book shines its brightest. Because of the angles, the witches, and villains and their development from beginning to end. None of the classic fantasy tropes are a problem here, although many of them make appearances, they don't play too large a role or seem out of place. The content is strong, tense, and each character is given their opportunity to shine, making for some memorable sendoffs, intimate relationships, and heroic last stands. High marks again on how well defined the geography of the world is, without ever bogging down the narrative, and bringing it into play during the battle.
The resolution and alliances formed at the end should certainly bring readers back for a sequel! Erebus really exerted his influence all over the plot and through his minions accomplished many dark deeds, without even showing himself. It will be interesting to see where the next book goes, maybe trouble will follow Fia home; while Alexander shelters in place as the 3rd sun rises.
June 21, 2020
My favorite part of this story was the world building, which was rich and very deep. It kind of reminds me a bit of the world in Avatar the Last Airbender, with some of the element affinity and with the primary antagonists. This could have a really interesting fantasy story arc, and although some of the story is a bit classic fantasy (evil force rising again with all creatures called to fight him), there are some unique elements like the windows, the choice of races, and the multiple sun concepts.
As I was interested in this story for the fantasy story aspect, the romance portion was a bit overdone (especially in the beginning) for me, because I didn't expect it to have such a heavy romance angle. But that is more my story preference than anything wrong with the story. My only other complaint is that Fia and Alexander both seem to be Mary Sue's or at least have strong elements/potential for it, although Fia is at least aware that she's not really sure what she's doing even as everyone around her seems to glorify her for just existing. Also Alexander/the angels not needing to wear shirts or feel cold feels a bit forced cliche for the romance part that bothered me, especially since the other humanoid species all wear shirts.
I am curious to learn more about Fia's backstory on Earth, specifically on her sister and parents. I thought the continuance of her grief well done and very realistic, as many fictional stories often use grief as a plot point and then just forget about it. I liked the themes of the story on love and acceptance and belonging.
I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.
As I was interested in this story for the fantasy story aspect, the romance portion was a bit overdone (especially in the beginning) for me, because I didn't expect it to have such a heavy romance angle. But that is more my story preference than anything wrong with the story. My only other complaint is that Fia and Alexander both seem to be Mary Sue's or at least have strong elements/potential for it, although Fia is at least aware that she's not really sure what she's doing even as everyone around her seems to glorify her for just existing. Also Alexander/the angels not needing to wear shirts or feel cold feels a bit forced cliche for the romance part that bothered me, especially since the other humanoid species all wear shirts.
I am curious to learn more about Fia's backstory on Earth, specifically on her sister and parents. I thought the continuance of her grief well done and very realistic, as many fictional stories often use grief as a plot point and then just forget about it. I liked the themes of the story on love and acceptance and belonging.
I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 3, 2021
📚 🅱🅾🅾🅺 🆁🅴🆅🅸🅴🆆 📚
The Third Sun - @victoriajprice
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Blurb
The sun is dying, the windows to Earth are closing. Time is running out. After the death of her sister, eighteen-year-old Fia Aldridge knows one thing for certain: she doesn’t belong anywhere. But then she tumbles into the parallel world of Ohinyan—a world where angels and witches walk amongst mankind. An ancient darkness is taking advantage of the dying sun, and Ohinyan needs Fia’s help. She soon learns that her arrival is not entirely by accident and that Alexander, leader of angels, is not the guardian she thought he was.
Torn between their feelings and their duties, together they must find a way to return Fia to London before the darkness consumes her and she is trapped in Ohinyan forever.
Book Trailer https://youtu.be/dRXnSQ9eynk
I really enjoyed this book a lot more than I expected. I instantly liked Fia which really helps when you like the main character. At times it definitely reminded me of the twilight books which isn’t a bad thing as I loved the books! I found the writing style so easy to read and the story kept me gripped and just wanting to read on. I cannot wait to dive back into Fia’s world in book two! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves to read YA Fantasy but also to anyone who’s looking to explore the genre.
Thank you to @lovebooktours and @victoriajprice for the #gifted copy
Get your copy -> http://mybook.to/TheThirdSun
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The Third Sun - @victoriajprice
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Blurb
The sun is dying, the windows to Earth are closing. Time is running out. After the death of her sister, eighteen-year-old Fia Aldridge knows one thing for certain: she doesn’t belong anywhere. But then she tumbles into the parallel world of Ohinyan—a world where angels and witches walk amongst mankind. An ancient darkness is taking advantage of the dying sun, and Ohinyan needs Fia’s help. She soon learns that her arrival is not entirely by accident and that Alexander, leader of angels, is not the guardian she thought he was.
Torn between their feelings and their duties, together they must find a way to return Fia to London before the darkness consumes her and she is trapped in Ohinyan forever.
Book Trailer https://youtu.be/dRXnSQ9eynk
I really enjoyed this book a lot more than I expected. I instantly liked Fia which really helps when you like the main character. At times it definitely reminded me of the twilight books which isn’t a bad thing as I loved the books! I found the writing style so easy to read and the story kept me gripped and just wanting to read on. I cannot wait to dive back into Fia’s world in book two! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves to read YA Fantasy but also to anyone who’s looking to explore the genre.
Thank you to @lovebooktours and @victoriajprice for the #gifted copy
Get your copy -> http://mybook.to/TheThirdSun
#lovebooktours #thethirdsun #bookreview #yafantasybooks #booksbooksbooks #bookrecommendations #bookreviewer #booklover #bookstagrammer #bookstagrammeruk
January 30, 2020
This book was truly something special. A book that showed us a glimpse into what it would be like if other worlds existed with our own. We follow Fia on a journey to this new world and watch her change and grow with everyone she meets and every hardship that comes along. She was such a loveable character, finding something she didn’t even know she was looking for. Following Alexander was also thrilling. Seeing things from his point of view being an angel was an eye opener for how different people may see the same world. He was the kind of character you really cheered for to get a happy ending. Noor was perhaps my favorite. She was strong in a way that we all wish we could be, doing what was right even if it was hard. She never gave up on any task. While all these characters had something in common, it was there differences I loved the most. They were all strong in different ways, including the supporting characters. Some were strong with force, some with knowledge, some with wisdom, and some with love. By the end, I felt like the characters were my friends, people I had known for so long with sharing their journey. This book made me laugh, cry, and angry. My heart was full and broken. All the emotions were poured into every page. The descriptions were beautiful and I truly felt myself in ever scene. The author has a unique tone that I couldn’t get enough of. I’ve read this book twice now and I’ve devoured it with love both times. Five stars from me.
August 17, 2020
This YA Fantasy was impossible to put down! I was drawn in from the start. Ohinyan is a captivating parallel world full of mystical creatures (not all of them good) and adventure. Fia, who’s from London, follows Alexander, leader of the angels, through a portal to Ohinyan, where she learns their sun is dying. In a surprise twist, Fia learns she can talk with animals, and will be key to Ohinyan’s survival as they transition to their third sun.
My favorite character is the seven-foot-tall witch, Lady Noor. She’s quick witted, resourceful, and fearless. While Fia and Alexander could’ve had a bit more depth and variety in their thoughts, they are well-rounded and intriguing, and had me wanting to know how their story would end. The plot was quick moving, which means you’re constantly on the edge of your seat, but also that the romance between Alexander and Fia seems to happen in the blink of an eye.
The descriptions of the characters and Ohinyan are flawless and don’t distract from the story. It’s easy to picture everyone and everything. Her emotional arcs throughout are consistent and engaging. When the characters succeed, I cheered for them, when they suffered an unimaginable loss, I was reaching for tissues. It’s easy to delight in the world Price has created, where she takes familiar stories from our world and adds her magical twist to them in a way that will leave you hungry for her next book.
My favorite character is the seven-foot-tall witch, Lady Noor. She’s quick witted, resourceful, and fearless. While Fia and Alexander could’ve had a bit more depth and variety in their thoughts, they are well-rounded and intriguing, and had me wanting to know how their story would end. The plot was quick moving, which means you’re constantly on the edge of your seat, but also that the romance between Alexander and Fia seems to happen in the blink of an eye.
The descriptions of the characters and Ohinyan are flawless and don’t distract from the story. It’s easy to picture everyone and everything. Her emotional arcs throughout are consistent and engaging. When the characters succeed, I cheered for them, when they suffered an unimaginable loss, I was reaching for tissues. It’s easy to delight in the world Price has created, where she takes familiar stories from our world and adds her magical twist to them in a way that will leave you hungry for her next book.
March 18, 2021
This is a YA fantasy with a terrific blend of scifi elements (e.g., spaceships). Fia’s grieving the loss of her sister at the beginning of the story, so I began rooting for Fia right away to have a satisfying ending. The story starts off with Fia in England trying to start over after the death of her sister, and she is really lonely without having many people she can call friends. She’s also been seeing angels, but isn’t sure who she can confide that to.
After being chased around in a graveyard, Fia’s rescued by an angel, Alexander. She discovers that she has fallen through a window into his world, and that there is ongoing conflict between the Makya and the Navarii. Her one goal is to get home despite her growing feelings for Alexander. As she explores more of the world, she comes across a wide variety of diverse creatures like the Aurelli who have feline features. The Lady Noor and Altair are also fascinating characters.
Fia's character development was really good, and I enjoyed the growing chemistry between Alexander and Fia. The added scifi elements surprisingly made the world building all the more interesting. I also appreciated the reoccurring theme of rising up again. Would recommend this for fans of portal fantasy. *** I received a free copy for a honest review.***
After being chased around in a graveyard, Fia’s rescued by an angel, Alexander. She discovers that she has fallen through a window into his world, and that there is ongoing conflict between the Makya and the Navarii. Her one goal is to get home despite her growing feelings for Alexander. As she explores more of the world, she comes across a wide variety of diverse creatures like the Aurelli who have feline features. The Lady Noor and Altair are also fascinating characters.
Fia's character development was really good, and I enjoyed the growing chemistry between Alexander and Fia. The added scifi elements surprisingly made the world building all the more interesting. I also appreciated the reoccurring theme of rising up again. Would recommend this for fans of portal fantasy. *** I received a free copy for a honest review.***
February 23, 2020
I am not into young adult books to speak the truth,but reading the summary of "The Third Sun" changed my mind.Picking up this book is one of the best choices I ever did,as it is full of adventure,mystery,action and romance.For real Fia's and Alexander's romance is so cute!However,I am thankful that it did not have center stage in the story.The world-building was very good.The diversity of the species and creatures inhabiting Ohinyan,the conflict between angels and Lorn,the prophecy about Erebus's return and the backstory of how the world came to be were so enjoyable to read.The characters were likeable and in my opinion nicely fleshed out.
To summarize,"The Third Sun: Daughter of the Phoenix (Book One)" is a very engaging young-adult fantasy story.Perfect for people who enjoy stories about prophecies,angels,communicating with animals,anthropomorphic animals,war,betrayal,romances,battles between good and evil and witches.It has all of that and more!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
To summarize,"The Third Sun: Daughter of the Phoenix (Book One)" is a very engaging young-adult fantasy story.Perfect for people who enjoy stories about prophecies,angels,communicating with animals,anthropomorphic animals,war,betrayal,romances,battles between good and evil and witches.It has all of that and more!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 26, 2020
This is a well written young adult fantasy novel that explores a parallel world that is coming into conflict as darkness is emerging as the second sun dies which is filled with angels and other supernatural beings that at real.
We meet Fia after she has just lost her sister, her life isn’t going to plan. Her boyfriend Henry is cheating, she is coming into abilities of hearing animals talk and she thinks she sees an angel. Suddenly she falls into another world called Ohinyan. She is a strong protagonist as she is thrown into a situation that she doesn’t know how she really fits into.
I love the building relationship with Alexander, an angel who is in charge of keeping light in the coming darkness.
This book is full of magical beings, strong and rich world building as we are taken around Ohinyan and a great assortment characters as we read from the perspectives of Noor, Fia and Alexander.
I’m looking forward to reading book two to see what happens with Fia and Alexander.
We meet Fia after she has just lost her sister, her life isn’t going to plan. Her boyfriend Henry is cheating, she is coming into abilities of hearing animals talk and she thinks she sees an angel. Suddenly she falls into another world called Ohinyan. She is a strong protagonist as she is thrown into a situation that she doesn’t know how she really fits into.
I love the building relationship with Alexander, an angel who is in charge of keeping light in the coming darkness.
This book is full of magical beings, strong and rich world building as we are taken around Ohinyan and a great assortment characters as we read from the perspectives of Noor, Fia and Alexander.
I’m looking forward to reading book two to see what happens with Fia and Alexander.
August 14, 2020
The Third Sun is a well paced young adult fantasy novel that explores a parallel world that is coming into conflict as darkness is emerging as the second sun dies which is filled with angels and other supernatural beings that at real.
The first character we meet is Fia after she has just lost her sister, her life isn’t going to plan. Her boyfriend Henry is cheating, she is coming into abilities of hearing animals talk and she thinks she sees an angel. Suddenly she falls into another world called Ohinyan. She is a strong protagonist as she is thrown into a situation that she doesn’t know how she really fits into.
The character relationships that is being built is throughout the story is great and I love seeing the relationship grown between Fia and Alexander.
This book is full of magical beings, strong and rich world building as we are taken around Ohinyan.
I’m looking forward to reading book two to see how the relationship grow.
The first character we meet is Fia after she has just lost her sister, her life isn’t going to plan. Her boyfriend Henry is cheating, she is coming into abilities of hearing animals talk and she thinks she sees an angel. Suddenly she falls into another world called Ohinyan. She is a strong protagonist as she is thrown into a situation that she doesn’t know how she really fits into.
The character relationships that is being built is throughout the story is great and I love seeing the relationship grown between Fia and Alexander.
This book is full of magical beings, strong and rich world building as we are taken around Ohinyan.
I’m looking forward to reading book two to see how the relationship grow.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 11, 2021
Whew, what a book! I was hooked from the first page.
The world of Ohinyan is super interesting. All the different creatures are interesting and I found all of them really interesting. Sometimes Ohinyan reminded me of the world of the Last Airbender.
The plot is interesting. It stays interesting and although it has a darkness to it, it never really feels heavy.
The characters are interesting as well. I love the relationship between Alexander and Fia and love that they do openly love each other. I also love that Enna and Maab love each other and they can openly show it.
The adventure, romance and fellowships in this book is brilliant and I can’t wait to see what happens next. The ending of this book is so delicious that I simply cannot wait to see what happens.
*Book received as part of the Love Books Tour
The world of Ohinyan is super interesting. All the different creatures are interesting and I found all of them really interesting. Sometimes Ohinyan reminded me of the world of the Last Airbender.
The plot is interesting. It stays interesting and although it has a darkness to it, it never really feels heavy.
The characters are interesting as well. I love the relationship between Alexander and Fia and love that they do openly love each other. I also love that Enna and Maab love each other and they can openly show it.
The adventure, romance and fellowships in this book is brilliant and I can’t wait to see what happens next. The ending of this book is so delicious that I simply cannot wait to see what happens.
*Book received as part of the Love Books Tour
June 12, 2020
This book gave me all the angel vibes I'd been missing over recent years. A really lovely and warm fantasy. I connected with all the characters, loved the little romance, even the secondary villain was interesting. The POVs were chosen well and I could see the story in a rounded way. Fia was an enjoyable MC - she was kind and sweet but also fought on and carried her emotions.
I will say, there were a few technical errors with formatting (paperback version) where paragraphs weren't indented or a line was placed lower, but these errors were few and far between.
Overall, a definite recommend and I'm waiting on the second book with anticipation!
I will say, there were a few technical errors with formatting (paperback version) where paragraphs weren't indented or a line was placed lower, but these errors were few and far between.
Overall, a definite recommend and I'm waiting on the second book with anticipation!
March 28, 2021
One of the finest fantasy books I have read in a long time.
Incredibly well written and with a unique and rich world, Price's land of Ohinyan is a rather special place to visit.
Fia goes from a grieving sister in London to a vital part in the very fight for Ohinyan's survival. Along the way she meets and befriends a dizzying array of wondrous people and creatures.
With elements of steampunk, reminiscent of Carnival Row, as well richness matching classic fantasy such as the works of Tolkien and C S Lewis, Victoria Price weaves a magical, moving and quite magnificent tale.
Very impressed. Can't wait to read the sequel!
Incredibly well written and with a unique and rich world, Price's land of Ohinyan is a rather special place to visit.
Fia goes from a grieving sister in London to a vital part in the very fight for Ohinyan's survival. Along the way she meets and befriends a dizzying array of wondrous people and creatures.
With elements of steampunk, reminiscent of Carnival Row, as well richness matching classic fantasy such as the works of Tolkien and C S Lewis, Victoria Price weaves a magical, moving and quite magnificent tale.
Very impressed. Can't wait to read the sequel!
February 5, 2020
This book was super fun, a great start to a series! I liked the unique twists the world put on familiar concepts (angels and witches being mystical races, but not in the conventional way I know them, for instance). The growth and development of Fia and Alexander was wonderful to watch, both as a couple and as characters with their own paths.
Noor is awesome and will forever be my favorite. I would continue to read this series JUST to get more of her (thankfully there's so much more than her I like, so even better).
Noor is awesome and will forever be my favorite. I would continue to read this series JUST to get more of her (thankfully there's so much more than her I like, so even better).
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