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Vaianaut
Embark on an epic saga in Vaianaut, a gripping historical fiction novel that weaves a tale of survival and friendship. Lily, a woman rendered immortal under enigmatic circumstances during the Cretaceous Era, awakens in the Ice Age, amid a world reshaped by the catastrophic asteroid that doomed the dinosaurs.
Unchanged by time’s relentless march, Lily encounters early humans, forges a poignant friendship with another time-traveler, and experiences the raw beauty and brutality of Earth’s evolution. As she moves through history, Lily’s eternal life is marked by the joys and sorrows of existence: from the colonization of continents to the ravages of war, and the eventual return to a life that seems all too familiar yet forever changed.
As the Earth evolves and faces the brink of desolation, Lily finds solace in the companionship of another immortal. Their bond becomes a beacon of hope in an increasingly desolate world, and together they face the ultimate test of time.
Vaianaut is a story of unending life amid the transient moments of history, a profound exploration of what it means to be truly immortal. It is an exploration of what it means to live forever, to love beyond time, and a haunting reflection on the solitude immortality can bring.
This novel will captivate readers with its rich tapestry of history, adventure, and the timeless quest for meaning in an ever-changing universe.
Unchanged by time’s relentless march, Lily encounters early humans, forges a poignant friendship with another time-traveler, and experiences the raw beauty and brutality of Earth’s evolution. As she moves through history, Lily’s eternal life is marked by the joys and sorrows of existence: from the colonization of continents to the ravages of war, and the eventual return to a life that seems all too familiar yet forever changed.
As the Earth evolves and faces the brink of desolation, Lily finds solace in the companionship of another immortal. Their bond becomes a beacon of hope in an increasingly desolate world, and together they face the ultimate test of time.
Vaianaut is a story of unending life amid the transient moments of history, a profound exploration of what it means to be truly immortal. It is an exploration of what it means to live forever, to love beyond time, and a haunting reflection on the solitude immortality can bring.
This novel will captivate readers with its rich tapestry of history, adventure, and the timeless quest for meaning in an ever-changing universe.
336 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2025
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July 4, 2025
Give me a minute. Ok. This was without a doubt the best book I’ve read in a long while! Author V. Casa wrote a very good first book in this series in Vaieon and I liked it very much!
Believe me though, Vianaut is so much better! I was sucked in early and Lily’s travels, loves, and losses never let me go until the last word.
Casa spins an emotional yarn that sucks you into the story and she does it seemingly with little effort. The scope of Vianaut is massive and is difficult to encompass, in a wonderful way, and I felt like I had to become immortal myself to endure alongside the very strong FMC, Lily.
Casa’s vision is amazing and original and I’m very happy she allowed me to ARC read this wonderful book. I imagine I’ll have a physical copy on my shelf when it becomes available.
Thank you V.
Believe me though, Vianaut is so much better! I was sucked in early and Lily’s travels, loves, and losses never let me go until the last word.
Casa spins an emotional yarn that sucks you into the story and she does it seemingly with little effort. The scope of Vianaut is massive and is difficult to encompass, in a wonderful way, and I felt like I had to become immortal myself to endure alongside the very strong FMC, Lily.
Casa’s vision is amazing and original and I’m very happy she allowed me to ARC read this wonderful book. I imagine I’ll have a physical copy on my shelf when it becomes available.
Thank you V.
July 9, 2025
- - No spoilers for Vaieon - -
Lily’s story is one that oscillates between triumph and devastation. The reader is brought alongside this journey and the carefully crafted imagery provides an immersive experience for the reader. I have never read a book quite like Vaieon or Vaianaut before, and I am so glad that I was able to discover this unique experience. If you are unsure if you should try this series, then I would ask: do you want to be transported into an exciting new time period? Do you want to experience heartbreak and joy alongside a deeply relatable main character? Do you want to see a story of resilience, hope, and unexpected relationships? If you answered yes to any of those, then I think this series is right for you, and I hope you give it a chance.
- - Spoilers for Vaieon - -
If you thought Vaieon was an emotional book then you are in for a doozy with Vaianaut. As Lily grapples with her immortality she has to overcome the devastation of loving people who are doomed to leave her. She both wishes for time to move more slowly so she can cherish her relationships and for time to move quickly so she can return to her original timeline. And through it all, the reader is brought along through Lily’s emotional turmoil. One of the best aspects of this book is the pacing. When Lily settles down to live her life, the pace feels slow and deeply immersive, but when something causes Lily to hide away or shut down the pace quickly moves through decades leaves the reader feeling just as disoriented as Lily herself feels. All of the best aspects of book 1 — Lily’s steadfast resilience, the excitement of exploring new time periods, and the heart wrenching themes of grief and loss — are expanded upon in this book and the reader is able to connect so much more deeply with Lily as she interacts with new characters and new environments. I am so amazed by the story V. Casa was able to create with this book, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who loved the first one!
I am truly so honored to have had the opportunity to be an ARC reader for this book, and I am so excited to support V. Casa in all of her future ventures, because she clearly has a talent for storytelling and I can’t wait to see where her stories go next.
Lily’s story is one that oscillates between triumph and devastation. The reader is brought alongside this journey and the carefully crafted imagery provides an immersive experience for the reader. I have never read a book quite like Vaieon or Vaianaut before, and I am so glad that I was able to discover this unique experience. If you are unsure if you should try this series, then I would ask: do you want to be transported into an exciting new time period? Do you want to experience heartbreak and joy alongside a deeply relatable main character? Do you want to see a story of resilience, hope, and unexpected relationships? If you answered yes to any of those, then I think this series is right for you, and I hope you give it a chance.
- - Spoilers for Vaieon - -
If you thought Vaieon was an emotional book then you are in for a doozy with Vaianaut. As Lily grapples with her immortality she has to overcome the devastation of loving people who are doomed to leave her. She both wishes for time to move more slowly so she can cherish her relationships and for time to move quickly so she can return to her original timeline. And through it all, the reader is brought along through Lily’s emotional turmoil. One of the best aspects of this book is the pacing. When Lily settles down to live her life, the pace feels slow and deeply immersive, but when something causes Lily to hide away or shut down the pace quickly moves through decades leaves the reader feeling just as disoriented as Lily herself feels. All of the best aspects of book 1 — Lily’s steadfast resilience, the excitement of exploring new time periods, and the heart wrenching themes of grief and loss — are expanded upon in this book and the reader is able to connect so much more deeply with Lily as she interacts with new characters and new environments. I am so amazed by the story V. Casa was able to create with this book, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who loved the first one!
I am truly so honored to have had the opportunity to be an ARC reader for this book, and I am so excited to support V. Casa in all of her future ventures, because she clearly has a talent for storytelling and I can’t wait to see where her stories go next.
June 10, 2025
*Spoiler free
I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for the second installment of V. Casa's Vai trilogy, Vaianaut.
I am glad, because with the way the first book ends, I was eager to get my hands on the sequel!
With this second installment, a lot happens. We delve even deeper into Lily's journey. I enjoyed the fact that book two has more dialogues than the first (and we know why that is but still). To me, it made it easier to be even more immersed in the story. Some parts of the story were very emotional, pulling at my heartstrings. Very well done.
I find that the author's style has immensely matured. A lot of work was put into the book and it shows, from the plot to the writing style.
V. Casa seems to be a fan of cliffhangers; I expect a tome three, I need to know more!
I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for the second installment of V. Casa's Vai trilogy, Vaianaut.
I am glad, because with the way the first book ends, I was eager to get my hands on the sequel!
With this second installment, a lot happens. We delve even deeper into Lily's journey. I enjoyed the fact that book two has more dialogues than the first (and we know why that is but still). To me, it made it easier to be even more immersed in the story. Some parts of the story were very emotional, pulling at my heartstrings. Very well done.
I find that the author's style has immensely matured. A lot of work was put into the book and it shows, from the plot to the writing style.
V. Casa seems to be a fan of cliffhangers; I expect a tome three, I need to know more!
July 18, 2025
Sequel to Vaieon, Vaianaut catapults us into a brand-new era: the Ice Age. We leave behind the Cretaceous period and the aftermath of the asteroid that ended the dinosaurs, as Lily is thrust forward in time to a world on the mend; a world frozen, hostile, and utterly transformed.
Lily wakes up in this stark new environment stronger and wiser than when we last saw her. She’s hardened now…mentally, physically, emotionally. She carries the weight of knowledge, the scars of survival, and the curse of immortality. While she cannot die, everything around her certainly can. And many things still try to end her.
The Ice Age brings a different kind of danger: bitter cold, hungry beasts, and an Earth still raw from its wounds. But Lily isn’t entirely alone anymore. She’s found kinship—l (if only temporarily) with some of the earliest Homo sapiens. This development is both a gift and a tragedy, as she already knows their fate.
When she eventually makes it “home”, things aren’t roses and sunshine. Returning to a time where there are identification markers, people that know you, and a family who is none the wiser proves challenging and bittersweet. How do you form new bonds or nourish existing ones when you’re destined to outlive every face, every friend, and every story?
As with Vaieon, Vaianaut takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster. There are thrilling highs fueled by Lily’s resilience and grit, and devastating lows that remind us of the price of living forever. This sequel expands the world with more characters both human and animal and brings in new dynamics, dialogue, and heart. The addition of companions makes this chapter richer and more layered, and we finally start to get some long-awaited answers. It’s satisfying and grounding, even when those answers hurt.
If I had one critique, it would be Lily’s internal monologue. At times, it veers into repetitive or overly introspective territory. Then again, considering her isolation and trauma, it makes sense. She’s had no one to talk to but herself for… ages. I can’t entirely place why, but I had different feelings for Lily this time around. I love that she’s fiercer, wiser, and braver but her coldness is sometimes jarring. Again, I understand why that is the case but it took more work for me to sympathize with her.
V. Casa has crafted something truly special here. I’m invested, I’m emotional, and I’m absolutely crossing my fingers and toes for a third installment. Let’s see where time (and Lily) take us next.
Big thanks to the author for the e-copy in exchange for an honest review!
Lily wakes up in this stark new environment stronger and wiser than when we last saw her. She’s hardened now…mentally, physically, emotionally. She carries the weight of knowledge, the scars of survival, and the curse of immortality. While she cannot die, everything around her certainly can. And many things still try to end her.
The Ice Age brings a different kind of danger: bitter cold, hungry beasts, and an Earth still raw from its wounds. But Lily isn’t entirely alone anymore. She’s found kinship—l (if only temporarily) with some of the earliest Homo sapiens. This development is both a gift and a tragedy, as she already knows their fate.
When she eventually makes it “home”, things aren’t roses and sunshine. Returning to a time where there are identification markers, people that know you, and a family who is none the wiser proves challenging and bittersweet. How do you form new bonds or nourish existing ones when you’re destined to outlive every face, every friend, and every story?
As with Vaieon, Vaianaut takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster. There are thrilling highs fueled by Lily’s resilience and grit, and devastating lows that remind us of the price of living forever. This sequel expands the world with more characters both human and animal and brings in new dynamics, dialogue, and heart. The addition of companions makes this chapter richer and more layered, and we finally start to get some long-awaited answers. It’s satisfying and grounding, even when those answers hurt.
If I had one critique, it would be Lily’s internal monologue. At times, it veers into repetitive or overly introspective territory. Then again, considering her isolation and trauma, it makes sense. She’s had no one to talk to but herself for… ages. I can’t entirely place why, but I had different feelings for Lily this time around. I love that she’s fiercer, wiser, and braver but her coldness is sometimes jarring. Again, I understand why that is the case but it took more work for me to sympathize with her.
V. Casa has crafted something truly special here. I’m invested, I’m emotional, and I’m absolutely crossing my fingers and toes for a third installment. Let’s see where time (and Lily) take us next.
Big thanks to the author for the e-copy in exchange for an honest review!
August 22, 2025
So, I read V. Casa’s first book, Vaieon, and loved it. I honestly don’t think I could love her other books more. I was wrong. Vaianaut just raised the bar so much higher.
In Vaianaut, we continue our journey with Lily through time as she creeps closer to the year her family still is.
This one starts in the middle of an ice age, and throws Lily into a new and foreign land, but one she is ecstatic to explore. And she finally find out she is not the only time traveler. It add a whole new depth and layer to Lily’s story, and makes her immortality more bearable.
As the author leads us on a walk through the ages, she brings us into rich and vibrant worlds of the past, and Lily’s ability to savor every moment-adapting as the need arises. Unfortunately, it isn’t all happiness and contentment. Lily is faced with immense heartbreak as she grows closer to people she starts meeting along her journey. The past brings with it cruelty, greed, and violence, and Lily has to endure all of it. And despite finally finding her family, and getting to spend time with the once more, the reality of her inability to die brings a sadness that lingers for a long time.
We not only get a glimpse of the last, but also the future, and how it can change in the blink of an eye. But Lily is not alone in her continual journey through the ages. She meet someone who is just like her, and they tackle whatever comes their way however they can-even if that means possible living long enough to see our world come to an end. Does it? I guess you’ll have to read and find out.
This novel is beautifully written, and causes our imagination s to bloom with possibility. It was so easy to imagine myself walking right next to Lily and feeling all the ups and downs she lived through. I loved the characters she brought into Lily’s path, and even gives her a chance to love again in a comforting, life giving way. I cannot recommend this book highly enough, and I can’t wait to see where Lily’s story goes. All the stars in the world.
A huge thank you to the author for my arc. Much opinion is my own.
In Vaianaut, we continue our journey with Lily through time as she creeps closer to the year her family still is.
This one starts in the middle of an ice age, and throws Lily into a new and foreign land, but one she is ecstatic to explore. And she finally find out she is not the only time traveler. It add a whole new depth and layer to Lily’s story, and makes her immortality more bearable.
As the author leads us on a walk through the ages, she brings us into rich and vibrant worlds of the past, and Lily’s ability to savor every moment-adapting as the need arises. Unfortunately, it isn’t all happiness and contentment. Lily is faced with immense heartbreak as she grows closer to people she starts meeting along her journey. The past brings with it cruelty, greed, and violence, and Lily has to endure all of it. And despite finally finding her family, and getting to spend time with the once more, the reality of her inability to die brings a sadness that lingers for a long time.
We not only get a glimpse of the last, but also the future, and how it can change in the blink of an eye. But Lily is not alone in her continual journey through the ages. She meet someone who is just like her, and they tackle whatever comes their way however they can-even if that means possible living long enough to see our world come to an end. Does it? I guess you’ll have to read and find out.
This novel is beautifully written, and causes our imagination s to bloom with possibility. It was so easy to imagine myself walking right next to Lily and feeling all the ups and downs she lived through. I loved the characters she brought into Lily’s path, and even gives her a chance to love again in a comforting, life giving way. I cannot recommend this book highly enough, and I can’t wait to see where Lily’s story goes. All the stars in the world.
A huge thank you to the author for my arc. Much opinion is my own.
December 13, 2025
✧Vaianaut- V. Casa ✧
After spending an eternity, literally an eternity in the Cretaceous era, Lily witnesses the asteroid that causes the extinction of dinosaurs and wakes up, unharmed, in the Ice Age. Lily might be immortal but that doesn’t spare her from unforgiving mother nature as she faces negative temperatures, risks of predators like saber tooth tigers. Will she be able to brave the odds?
To say this book was a rollercoaster ride is an understatement, in fact, It downplays the struggles Lily went through. I have always thought of immortality as a boon but after reading this I saw a whole new and ugly side of immortality and safe to say, it is more of a curse than a boon. It’s one of those books where you feel sympathetic towards the protagonist and at one point I was hoping that the poor girl gets a break, even though deep down I knew that there’s much more to come. I definitely recommend reading this book with a friend so both of you have a shoulder to cry on, I remember I kept on (annoyingly) venting to @v.casa.author who was kind enough to hear me out each time. Talking about the pace of the book, I am struggling to find a simile here, It’s like walking blindfolded. You have no idea what’s ahead of you. It can either be a meadow of flowers or a deep endless pit filled with arachnids. That might sound a little extreme but that’s how unpredictable everything is. After a point in the book, it became extremely hard to put down. I loved how the author was able to show time passing from the Ice Age to colonisation to more without sacrificing the pace and the mystery of the book. I really appreciate the fact that the book didn’t shy away from discussing serious topics like genocide from a different perspective without any sort of sugarcoating. I think when we discuss “uncomfortable” topics, it creates a lot of awareness which helps prevent past actions repeating in the future.
This was part #2 of the Vai Trilogy and I can’t wait for the last part, Vai to hit the bookstores!
After spending an eternity, literally an eternity in the Cretaceous era, Lily witnesses the asteroid that causes the extinction of dinosaurs and wakes up, unharmed, in the Ice Age. Lily might be immortal but that doesn’t spare her from unforgiving mother nature as she faces negative temperatures, risks of predators like saber tooth tigers. Will she be able to brave the odds?
To say this book was a rollercoaster ride is an understatement, in fact, It downplays the struggles Lily went through. I have always thought of immortality as a boon but after reading this I saw a whole new and ugly side of immortality and safe to say, it is more of a curse than a boon. It’s one of those books where you feel sympathetic towards the protagonist and at one point I was hoping that the poor girl gets a break, even though deep down I knew that there’s much more to come. I definitely recommend reading this book with a friend so both of you have a shoulder to cry on, I remember I kept on (annoyingly) venting to @v.casa.author who was kind enough to hear me out each time. Talking about the pace of the book, I am struggling to find a simile here, It’s like walking blindfolded. You have no idea what’s ahead of you. It can either be a meadow of flowers or a deep endless pit filled with arachnids. That might sound a little extreme but that’s how unpredictable everything is. After a point in the book, it became extremely hard to put down. I loved how the author was able to show time passing from the Ice Age to colonisation to more without sacrificing the pace and the mystery of the book. I really appreciate the fact that the book didn’t shy away from discussing serious topics like genocide from a different perspective without any sort of sugarcoating. I think when we discuss “uncomfortable” topics, it creates a lot of awareness which helps prevent past actions repeating in the future.
This was part #2 of the Vai Trilogy and I can’t wait for the last part, Vai to hit the bookstores!
July 10, 2025
It’s 1:46am, I ate this book up!
I really enjoyed book 1, but book 2 is even better. As you follow Lily’s journey through time you really explore what it is to be human. Is she even that anymore? Who is she? What is she? Does it even matter?
“It felt like her heart had been scattered throughout history, and she no longer knew where she truly belonged. With her family in the future? With her pack in the past? One version of herself had slipped through her fingers like water, while the other had been out of reach for so long that she could hardly imagine how she would fit in this life after all this time.”
Ugh the heartache and devastation she experiences in this book are so gut wrenching, but nothing tops the feeling of her crushing sense of loneliness. :(
3 Favorite Characters:
Ohserase - Allowed her to feel love for a child only like a mother can.
Meera - Allowed her to feel friendship and hope for the future.
Kwan - you have to read about that yourself.
If you are a lover of anthropology and science fiction, this is the book for you, but be prepared…it ends on a massive cliffhanger. I look forward to book 3!
I really enjoyed book 1, but book 2 is even better. As you follow Lily’s journey through time you really explore what it is to be human. Is she even that anymore? Who is she? What is she? Does it even matter?
“It felt like her heart had been scattered throughout history, and she no longer knew where she truly belonged. With her family in the future? With her pack in the past? One version of herself had slipped through her fingers like water, while the other had been out of reach for so long that she could hardly imagine how she would fit in this life after all this time.”
Ugh the heartache and devastation she experiences in this book are so gut wrenching, but nothing tops the feeling of her crushing sense of loneliness. :(
3 Favorite Characters:
Ohserase - Allowed her to feel love for a child only like a mother can.
Meera - Allowed her to feel friendship and hope for the future.
Kwan - you have to read about that yourself.
If you are a lover of anthropology and science fiction, this is the book for you, but be prepared…it ends on a massive cliffhanger. I look forward to book 3!
November 20, 2025
Vaianaut The Vai Trilogy V. Casa
The Immortal Lily ends her era during the Cretaceous period alongside the dinosaurs after the asteroid strike only to awaken in an entirely different age. There, she encounters other time travelers, forms unexpected friendships, and endures new layers of loss.
I'm genuinely impressed with this book, the second in The Vai Trilogy. V. Casa once again delivers a story that made me feel every emotion imaginable. Much like the first book, this one was an absolute pleasure to read. Falling so deeply into the pages and experiencing every high and low alongside the characters is something rare, but this trilogy pulls it off. I laughed with Lily, cried with her, and rooted for her all over again.
What stood out most was how skillfully V. Casa wove together the past and present without revealing too much too soon. When new time travelers appear, you're just as confused as Lily and just as satisfied when the pieces finally click into place.
If you enjoy stories steeped in friendship, love, loss, history, and mystery, this book deserves a spot on your TBR.
The Immortal Lily ends her era during the Cretaceous period alongside the dinosaurs after the asteroid strike only to awaken in an entirely different age. There, she encounters other time travelers, forms unexpected friendships, and endures new layers of loss.
I'm genuinely impressed with this book, the second in The Vai Trilogy. V. Casa once again delivers a story that made me feel every emotion imaginable. Much like the first book, this one was an absolute pleasure to read. Falling so deeply into the pages and experiencing every high and low alongside the characters is something rare, but this trilogy pulls it off. I laughed with Lily, cried with her, and rooted for her all over again.
What stood out most was how skillfully V. Casa wove together the past and present without revealing too much too soon. When new time travelers appear, you're just as confused as Lily and just as satisfied when the pieces finally click into place.
If you enjoy stories steeped in friendship, love, loss, history, and mystery, this book deserves a spot on your TBR.
January 9, 2026
3.5/5, rounded up to 4
Again, thank you to the author (V. Casa) for giving me a copy of "Vaianaut" in exchange for an honest review!
Like "Vaieon", I thought that this was such an interesting concept for a book and really enjoyed it. Now, rather than being in the Cretaceous Period, we follow Lily from the Ice Age to the end of the Earth. Going through so much time, Lily finally meets other people, some from her time and some from the times she's in. With Lily being alone for so long, this made her interactions with everyone really interesting, and I honestly wish we got to see more of that. While Lily herself says that her immortality makes human lifespans seem like a blip, I still wish we had moments to have deeper interactions with the people she spent time with.
The ending of "Vaianaut" definitely left me with a lot of questions, especially about the cloaked people, so I'm looking forward to the release of the third book! With this being the second book in a trilogy, I didn't expect everything to be wrapped up just yet, so I'm hoping the questions get answered in "Vai"!
Again, thank you to the author (V. Casa) for giving me a copy of "Vaianaut" in exchange for an honest review!
Like "Vaieon", I thought that this was such an interesting concept for a book and really enjoyed it. Now, rather than being in the Cretaceous Period, we follow Lily from the Ice Age to the end of the Earth. Going through so much time, Lily finally meets other people, some from her time and some from the times she's in. With Lily being alone for so long, this made her interactions with everyone really interesting, and I honestly wish we got to see more of that. While Lily herself says that her immortality makes human lifespans seem like a blip, I still wish we had moments to have deeper interactions with the people she spent time with.
The ending of "Vaianaut" definitely left me with a lot of questions, especially about the cloaked people, so I'm looking forward to the release of the third book! With this being the second book in a trilogy, I didn't expect everything to be wrapped up just yet, so I'm hoping the questions get answered in "Vai"!
October 22, 2025
Okay, again can we give it up for the beautiful covers. Lily has just woken up after the asteroid that decimated many species hit Earth. This book spans a huge amount of time. When she wakes up, she has to survive in an ice age, and she goes on to meet fellow time travelers as thousands of years pass.
It’s hard to quantify such vast amounts of time, and trying to wrap my mind around the solitude and potential for change is difficult to imagine. It makes Lily’s story that much more interesting. Yet Lily spends much of the book alone, making connections fleetingly then grieving them for centuries when she outlives them. I think this made things a bit repetitive and caused Lily to miss out on so much early human development and potential to include/allude to significant historical events.
I’m not going to spoil anything here, but let’s just say the ending has me sooo curious about the events and most of all the setting of the next book.
It’s hard to quantify such vast amounts of time, and trying to wrap my mind around the solitude and potential for change is difficult to imagine. It makes Lily’s story that much more interesting. Yet Lily spends much of the book alone, making connections fleetingly then grieving them for centuries when she outlives them. I think this made things a bit repetitive and caused Lily to miss out on so much early human development and potential to include/allude to significant historical events.
I’m not going to spoil anything here, but let’s just say the ending has me sooo curious about the events and most of all the setting of the next book.
January 14, 2026
Vaianaut is a thoughtful and immersive exploration of immortality set against the vast backdrop of Earth’s history. Following Lily from the aftermath of the Cretaceous extinction through the Ice Age and into humanity’s rise, the novel balances survival, companionship, and quiet reflection beautifully. What stood out most to me was how Lily’s unchanging existence contrasts with a world that never stops evolving every era she passes through leaves an emotional mark. The friendships she forms, especially with fellow immortals, bring warmth and meaning to an otherwise lonely eternity. This is less about spectacle and more about the weight of time, memory, and what it truly means to live forever.
October 14, 2025
Another stunning cover I love how it reflects the evolution of the same character in a completely new phase of her journey!
This book takes Lily into a new era after she survives the asteroid impact and the end of the dinosaurs. It explores her evolution as an immortal and how she adapts to the changes within herself and the ever changing world around her.
If you liked Vaieon, this sequel deepens the world building and continues Lily’s timeless adventure through new ages and challenges.
✨ Vibes: time travel • ice age winds • before humans • survival • evolution
This book takes Lily into a new era after she survives the asteroid impact and the end of the dinosaurs. It explores her evolution as an immortal and how she adapts to the changes within herself and the ever changing world around her.
If you liked Vaieon, this sequel deepens the world building and continues Lily’s timeless adventure through new ages and challenges.
✨ Vibes: time travel • ice age winds • before humans • survival • evolution
January 7, 2026
Unchanged by time’s relentless march, Lily encounters early humans, forges a poignant friendship with another time-traveler, and experiences the raw beauty and brutality of Earth’s evolution. We have seen Lily go into 3 eras now. She still has her mountain top epiphanies. This book explains a little more on the questions readers have in book 1. Seeing Lily go through her new life essentially as an initial soil has been a Fun dventure. This book sets you up for a third book in the series. I can't wait to read it
August 2, 2025
V so kindly sent me an eARC. After reading Vaieon, I couldn’t wait another second to read Vaianaut.
The start of the second book goes 0-humanity quickly. V takes the reader on a hauntingly beautiful journey with Lily through humanity’s history. I was not prepared for the emotions I would experience; but that is just a testament to the way V wrote her characters and the plot.
The start of the second book goes 0-humanity quickly. V takes the reader on a hauntingly beautiful journey with Lily through humanity’s history. I was not prepared for the emotions I would experience; but that is just a testament to the way V wrote her characters and the plot.
September 16, 2025
Holy smokes!! I absolutely loved this book!
It has so many deep meanings in it.
Truly makes you think about life.
Lily is such a strong FMC!!
I was sucked into this world with her, and felt all her emotions as if they were my own.
Made me cry many times.
I couldn’t imagine seeing and experiencing everything lily had.
It has so many deep meanings in it.
Truly makes you think about life.
Lily is such a strong FMC!!
I was sucked into this world with her, and felt all her emotions as if they were my own.
Made me cry many times.
I couldn’t imagine seeing and experiencing everything lily had.
July 29, 2025
If you enjoy time travel and the idea of what it would really be like to be immortal on Earth, you’ll love this book. Vaianaut continues Lily’s journey. It’s a beautiful mix of survival, reflection, and connections, especially with another immortal. Can’t wait for the final book in the trilogy!
October 19, 2025
Really liked this instalment of Lily's story, it was more fast paced and introduced other characters. Lily ran though the ages meeting different tribes in history, struggle with feeling restless when she stays with the tribes, and wanting to set rot and be like humans around her.
November 29, 2025
This book was so good. It was a slow start for me but then it started picking up and I flew through it. I loved how book two started and the ending was so interesting! I’m curious how book three will go! Thank you so much for the arc!
November 29, 2025
Could you imagine going through history? Not just a specific era, but all of them? How about going past your own time and beyond?
Vaianaut by V. Casa quenches this curiosity. This second book of the Vai series follows Lily Vai as she continues on her time-traveling journey. She even meets up to her old self and observes as she was thrown into the Cretaceous era. She then continues on to the future when the Earth starts to burn into non-existence. V. Casa uses such great detail and storytelling that you can easily imagine yourself alongside Lily.
Vaianaut is a fantastic read. It’s definitely worth checking out the Vai series. I can't wait for book three.
Vaianaut by V. Casa quenches this curiosity. This second book of the Vai series follows Lily Vai as she continues on her time-traveling journey. She even meets up to her old self and observes as she was thrown into the Cretaceous era. She then continues on to the future when the Earth starts to burn into non-existence. V. Casa uses such great detail and storytelling that you can easily imagine yourself alongside Lily.
Vaianaut is a fantastic read. It’s definitely worth checking out the Vai series. I can't wait for book three.
November 1, 2025
📖 Review – Vaianaut
The second book in the Vai trilogy
✍️ Author: V. Casa
🌍 Genre: Post-apocalyptic sci-fi • Speculative fiction • Time travel • Survival
💡 Tropes: immortal heroine • woman vs. nature • time displacement • found family (with mammoths!) • moral dilemma • poetic loneliness
⸻
If Vaieon was about trauma and beginnings, Vaianaut is about solitude and meaning.
About a woman who lives outside of time… and another who falls out of it.
About mammoths, choices, and a silence that screams.
Lily is no longer human.
She’s an echo — of a world that burned with the dinosaurs and froze under time.
She doesn’t age. Doesn’t die. Doesn’t belong.
Until a herd of mammoths lets her in.
Until Meera — a girl from 2028 — appears and forces her to face the ultimate question:
If you could escape… but someone else would be trapped in your place, would you take the deal?
Vaianaut is a book about hard choices, frozen grief, and small kindnesses that survive in the harshest landscapes.
It doesn’t shout. It lingers.
It’s not a dystopia — it’s a frostbitten love letter to memory and morality.
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🔹 What I absolutely loved:
• the glacial setting – wild, haunting, and strangely beautiful
• the bond with Rosemary – a mammoth more human than most people
• the Lily–Meera contrast – two women, two kinds of loss, two kinds of courage
• the quiet handling of immortality – not as a gift, but as a sentence
• the quote that defines it all:
“She ran with the wind, howled with the wolves, swam with the waves, and spoke to a silent moon.”
🔸 What didn’t fully work for me:
• the “exchange” arc still feels partially mysterious (but maybe intentionally so)
• some reflections feel cyclical, though it fits the theme of eternal time
• I wanted more space for characters like Kwan or Guilbert (hopefully in Book 3!)
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💡 Recommended for readers who love quiet sci-fi that speaks loud emotions.
For those who prefer soul over spectacle.
And for anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong in their own time — and kept searching anyway.
📌 Verdict:
A novel about how survival isn’t the same as living.
About women who walk through extinction… and still choose to feel.
A poetic exploration of guilt, snow, and time.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ /5 – not just a book you read. A journey you walk through, step by frozen step.
🖤 Vaianaut is about a woman who learned to survive in silence,
and another who learned that freedom sometimes requires a price.
The second book in the Vai trilogy
✍️ Author: V. Casa
🌍 Genre: Post-apocalyptic sci-fi • Speculative fiction • Time travel • Survival
💡 Tropes: immortal heroine • woman vs. nature • time displacement • found family (with mammoths!) • moral dilemma • poetic loneliness
⸻
If Vaieon was about trauma and beginnings, Vaianaut is about solitude and meaning.
About a woman who lives outside of time… and another who falls out of it.
About mammoths, choices, and a silence that screams.
Lily is no longer human.
She’s an echo — of a world that burned with the dinosaurs and froze under time.
She doesn’t age. Doesn’t die. Doesn’t belong.
Until a herd of mammoths lets her in.
Until Meera — a girl from 2028 — appears and forces her to face the ultimate question:
If you could escape… but someone else would be trapped in your place, would you take the deal?
Vaianaut is a book about hard choices, frozen grief, and small kindnesses that survive in the harshest landscapes.
It doesn’t shout. It lingers.
It’s not a dystopia — it’s a frostbitten love letter to memory and morality.
⸻
🔹 What I absolutely loved:
• the glacial setting – wild, haunting, and strangely beautiful
• the bond with Rosemary – a mammoth more human than most people
• the Lily–Meera contrast – two women, two kinds of loss, two kinds of courage
• the quiet handling of immortality – not as a gift, but as a sentence
• the quote that defines it all:
“She ran with the wind, howled with the wolves, swam with the waves, and spoke to a silent moon.”
🔸 What didn’t fully work for me:
• the “exchange” arc still feels partially mysterious (but maybe intentionally so)
• some reflections feel cyclical, though it fits the theme of eternal time
• I wanted more space for characters like Kwan or Guilbert (hopefully in Book 3!)
⸻
💡 Recommended for readers who love quiet sci-fi that speaks loud emotions.
For those who prefer soul over spectacle.
And for anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong in their own time — and kept searching anyway.
📌 Verdict:
A novel about how survival isn’t the same as living.
About women who walk through extinction… and still choose to feel.
A poetic exploration of guilt, snow, and time.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ /5 – not just a book you read. A journey you walk through, step by frozen step.
🖤 Vaianaut is about a woman who learned to survive in silence,
and another who learned that freedom sometimes requires a price.
January 11, 2026
"'I'll never stop looking for you,' Lily whispered," "'I'll always look for you too,' he replied"
This book. Let me start off by saying there are some triggers. If you're faint of heart, may not be for you. But if you want to read about a woman who overcomes and keeps on overcoming, this is for you. It gives "The Old Guard" mixed with "The Age of Adaline" and a sprinkle of "The Wolverine" (not just because they're both from Canada). Gut-wrenching, sad, happy, warm, cold... you'll feel it all. The middle is a bit filler-y, but overall a MUST-READ. The End has you 😧 "and then what?!?! TELL ME!"
My Rating:
4/5 ⭐️- Recommend Reading
0/5 🌶 - Spicy
5/5 ⭐️ - Characters
4/5 ⭐️ - Plot
We start off after the asteroid has hit earth and wiped out all the dinosaurs, thawing and waking up cold, freezing actually. Lily has entered the Ice Age. This means she is THAT much closer back to her time, igniting the hope to see her family again. Along the way she meets a fellow time traveler, Meera, whom Lily meets in the future to warn her that she's about to be subject to what she experienced so long ago. Later on, because our girl lives forever, Lily meets Kwan (another time traveler she also warns in the future). All Lily can do is keep living, struggling, running, starting over, and figuring out what to do with her immorality. To see people you care about live and die while you keep moving forward, but she's resilient and is determined to keep overcoming all the way up to the end of this book. I literally had to pause, pull my daughter into a hug, and tell her I love her because it puts into perspective how fleeting life is. Of course, she was like "I love you too?" Lol.
Find Vaianaut on Amazon (free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers) NOW. Meanwhile, I sit here and wait patiently (not really) for Vai so I can find out what happens to Lily!
𝗔𝗱𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗕𝗥 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲:
💫 Historical Fiction
💫 Ice Age
💫 Immortality
💫 Determined, Strong FMC
💫 Strong Family Bond
💫 Vengeance
💫 Friendship
💫 Sci-Fi
💫 Survival
💫 Time Travel
💫 Slow Burn
💫 Companionship
💫 Changing Fate
💫 Cliffhanger
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This book. Let me start off by saying there are some triggers. If you're faint of heart, may not be for you. But if you want to read about a woman who overcomes and keeps on overcoming, this is for you. It gives "The Old Guard" mixed with "The Age of Adaline" and a sprinkle of "The Wolverine" (not just because they're both from Canada). Gut-wrenching, sad, happy, warm, cold... you'll feel it all. The middle is a bit filler-y, but overall a MUST-READ. The End has you 😧 "and then what?!?! TELL ME!"
My Rating:
4/5 ⭐️- Recommend Reading
0/5 🌶 - Spicy
5/5 ⭐️ - Characters
4/5 ⭐️ - Plot
We start off after the asteroid has hit earth and wiped out all the dinosaurs, thawing and waking up cold, freezing actually. Lily has entered the Ice Age. This means she is THAT much closer back to her time, igniting the hope to see her family again. Along the way she meets a fellow time traveler, Meera, whom Lily meets in the future to warn her that she's about to be subject to what she experienced so long ago. Later on, because our girl lives forever, Lily meets Kwan (another time traveler she also warns in the future). All Lily can do is keep living, struggling, running, starting over, and figuring out what to do with her immorality. To see people you care about live and die while you keep moving forward, but she's resilient and is determined to keep overcoming all the way up to the end of this book. I literally had to pause, pull my daughter into a hug, and tell her I love her because it puts into perspective how fleeting life is. Of course, she was like "I love you too?" Lol.
Find Vaianaut on Amazon (free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers) NOW. Meanwhile, I sit here and wait patiently (not really) for Vai so I can find out what happens to Lily!
𝗔𝗱𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗕𝗥 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲:
💫 Historical Fiction
💫 Ice Age
💫 Immortality
💫 Determined, Strong FMC
💫 Strong Family Bond
💫 Vengeance
💫 Friendship
💫 Sci-Fi
💫 Survival
💫 Time Travel
💫 Slow Burn
💫 Companionship
💫 Changing Fate
💫 Cliffhanger
If you like these kinds of reviews, follow me https://linktr.ee/obsessedandimpressed
September 17, 2025
Vaianaut picks up right where Vaieon left off, with Lily traveling into yet another era. That same theme of isolation lingers over her journey, though this time the author shakes things up with a twist. Lily isn’t completely alone anymore. Meeting other humans in her travels added a new layer to the story, even though the bigger question of why she was chosen to time travel is still left unanswered.
The sequel has its share of heartbreaking moments. It’s hard not to feel the weight of loss right alongside Lily, though there’s also a thread of hope running through that kept me invested.
That said, some parts did feel too convenient for Lily, especially how quickly others seemed to accept her. The pacing also felt rushed at times, almost like the story was being fast-forwarded. Like the first book, the distant style of narration made me want more intimacy with Lily’s experience.
Still, I’m rooting for her. After everything she’s endured, I can only hope the final book gives Lily the happiness she deserves.
Thanks to V.Casa for the review copy. All opinions are my own.
The sequel has its share of heartbreaking moments. It’s hard not to feel the weight of loss right alongside Lily, though there’s also a thread of hope running through that kept me invested.
That said, some parts did feel too convenient for Lily, especially how quickly others seemed to accept her. The pacing also felt rushed at times, almost like the story was being fast-forwarded. Like the first book, the distant style of narration made me want more intimacy with Lily’s experience.
Still, I’m rooting for her. After everything she’s endured, I can only hope the final book gives Lily the happiness she deserves.
Thanks to V.Casa for the review copy. All opinions are my own.
December 26, 2025
4/5 stars.
Disclosure: The author gifted me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is the second book of the Vai trilogy and opens with our main character, Lily, having just survived the mass extinction event that killed the dinosaurs. Everything and everyone she loved was either killed off or won’t be born for literal eras, and we’re watching her grapple with an immortal existence.
While Lily is the only human character for most of the first book, and the way she moves through time keeps her the focus of the story in this second book, we get to see more of her interactions with other characters through the ages this time. I liked this and felt like the pacing worked better than the first book. By the end, we’re left to wonder if immortality is a gift or a curse and how to find joy in between all the heartbreak.
Disclosure: The author gifted me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is the second book of the Vai trilogy and opens with our main character, Lily, having just survived the mass extinction event that killed the dinosaurs. Everything and everyone she loved was either killed off or won’t be born for literal eras, and we’re watching her grapple with an immortal existence.
While Lily is the only human character for most of the first book, and the way she moves through time keeps her the focus of the story in this second book, we get to see more of her interactions with other characters through the ages this time. I liked this and felt like the pacing worked better than the first book. By the end, we’re left to wonder if immortality is a gift or a curse and how to find joy in between all the heartbreak.
September 1, 2025
This is the 2nd book in the series and we get a bit more of an explanation (or a theory) around what happened. Questions answered, more arise. Refreshing to see Lily’s interaction with others and a lot more dialogue.
Time passes and Lily continues her mountain top epiphanies. And she was right “surviving wasn’t always the kindest option”.
The story joins our current timeline (sort of) and there was so much history to cover. Missed what I would have covered but hit some interesting, and depressing, points in history. Reconciling with her family was sweet, and sad, but well told. Love re-found, lost, then found.
I didn’t like the ending so much. Did peak my interest for what comes next. A deep, and dark, dive into sci fi.
Time passes and Lily continues her mountain top epiphanies. And she was right “surviving wasn’t always the kindest option”.
The story joins our current timeline (sort of) and there was so much history to cover. Missed what I would have covered but hit some interesting, and depressing, points in history. Reconciling with her family was sweet, and sad, but well told. Love re-found, lost, then found.
I didn’t like the ending so much. Did peak my interest for what comes next. A deep, and dark, dive into sci fi.
September 4, 2025
If I thought Vaieon was incredible, Vaianaut took the story to a whole new level. The world expands dramatically as Lily wakes up in a post-apocalyptic ice age, and the stakes somehow get even higher.
The atmosphere is stunning — icy landscapes, massive creatures, and a sense of isolation that feels bone-deep. Yet Lily’s determination and growth make the book feel hopeful and powerful. V. Casa’s attention to detail is unmatched; the survival elements are realistic and immersive, and the emotional depth is what makes this story truly unforgettable.
This sequel proves that the Vai Trilogy is something special. It’s heart-pounding, emotional, and gorgeously written.
Another five-star read from me — and now I’m counting down the days for Book 3!
The atmosphere is stunning — icy landscapes, massive creatures, and a sense of isolation that feels bone-deep. Yet Lily’s determination and growth make the book feel hopeful and powerful. V. Casa’s attention to detail is unmatched; the survival elements are realistic and immersive, and the emotional depth is what makes this story truly unforgettable.
This sequel proves that the Vai Trilogy is something special. It’s heart-pounding, emotional, and gorgeously written.
Another five-star read from me — and now I’m counting down the days for Book 3!
October 21, 2025
Vaianaut takes Lily’s journey to breathtaking new heights, spanning eras and exploring deeper themes of identity, loss, and resilience. The narrative is emotionally resonant, the stakes are higher, and Casa’s world-building continues to impress with its scope and detail. A rich, thought-provoking sequel that will stay with you long after the last page.
September 14, 2025
The book grapples with the pain and beauty of immortality through Lily’s story. From the Ice Age to the future of the earth, it follows Lily through her adventures and tries to make sense of her world.
August 9, 2024
Book Review: “Vaianaut” by V. Casa
I have been given the absolute honour of being a beta reader for this, so early on that there isn’t even a cover for the book yet!!!!
From the start, Casa expertly picks up the threads left dangling from the first book, delivering an exhilarating continuation that maintains its predecessor’s momentum. The immediate mention of “baby boy” strikes a nostalgic chord, reinforcing the emotional stakes for fans who have grown attached to the character from the first book.
Lily’s character arc is a central highlight, showcasing her evolved confidence in hunting and self-defense compared to the previous book. The growth within her is so empowering to read about. Yet the struggles she faces in this second book are…grande to say the least.
Lily’s profound sense of displacement—caught between her family in the future and her pack in the past—captures the essence of her internal conflict, effectively drawing readers into her tumultuous journey.
The portrayal of Lily’s experiences, from sitting naked among the burnt remains of humans to the heart-wrenching sight of 23 dead children, is both haunting and powerful. These moments emphasize the depth of her struggle and the stark brutality of her reality. The eruption and the grim events that follow underscore the high stakes of her quest.
Casa brings the narrative full circle in a poignant manner, as Lily returns to her past patters in life, living in a hut she built by a water source despite it being multiple lifetimes later. This return, juxtaposed with her deep connection to Kwan—particularly their final moments together as the asteroid looms—evokes a strong emotional response. The shocking twist of eternal immortality in a massive cliffhanger delivers a breathtaking cliffhanger that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment.
Overall, “Vaianaut” is a powerful continuation that combines emotional depth with high-stakes action, making it a must-read for fans of the series. Casa’s ability to weave together intense personal and cosmic elements ensures that readers are not only entertained but also profoundly moved.
Rating •
4.5/5 ⭐️
2/5 🩸
0/5 🌶️
@v.casa.author
I have been given the absolute honour of being a beta reader for this, so early on that there isn’t even a cover for the book yet!!!!
From the start, Casa expertly picks up the threads left dangling from the first book, delivering an exhilarating continuation that maintains its predecessor’s momentum. The immediate mention of “baby boy” strikes a nostalgic chord, reinforcing the emotional stakes for fans who have grown attached to the character from the first book.
Lily’s character arc is a central highlight, showcasing her evolved confidence in hunting and self-defense compared to the previous book. The growth within her is so empowering to read about. Yet the struggles she faces in this second book are…grande to say the least.
Lily’s profound sense of displacement—caught between her family in the future and her pack in the past—captures the essence of her internal conflict, effectively drawing readers into her tumultuous journey.
The portrayal of Lily’s experiences, from sitting naked among the burnt remains of humans to the heart-wrenching sight of 23 dead children, is both haunting and powerful. These moments emphasize the depth of her struggle and the stark brutality of her reality. The eruption and the grim events that follow underscore the high stakes of her quest.
Casa brings the narrative full circle in a poignant manner, as Lily returns to her past patters in life, living in a hut she built by a water source despite it being multiple lifetimes later. This return, juxtaposed with her deep connection to Kwan—particularly their final moments together as the asteroid looms—evokes a strong emotional response. The shocking twist of eternal immortality in a massive cliffhanger delivers a breathtaking cliffhanger that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment.
Overall, “Vaianaut” is a powerful continuation that combines emotional depth with high-stakes action, making it a must-read for fans of the series. Casa’s ability to weave together intense personal and cosmic elements ensures that readers are not only entertained but also profoundly moved.
Rating •
4.5/5 ⭐️
2/5 🩸
0/5 🌶️
@v.casa.author
August 24, 2024
Forever grateful to the author for allowing me to be a beta reader. I absolutely LOVED Vaieon so I jumped on the opportunity and I was not disappointed at all.
After living her life in the Cretaceous Era, Lily didn’t know what would happen when the meteors would hit the earth and make it unlivable for centuries. She was immortal, yes. But she still didn’t know what that meant.
In this book, Lily is watching the world change and instead of one single era, you get to take a “look” at a few different eras along with her. Not only is she exploring new surroundings but Lily is FINALLY making contact with other human beings and is able to start building relationships with people again.
She’s also gaining insight into her experience from other people on her journey of finding out why she was chosen to go on this journey, with little Easter eggs on the way.
We’re introduced to tons of amazing characters but my absolute favorite will always be Kwan. He’s such a strong-willed, sweet man and I knew I was going to love him from the beginning of his life on “paper.”
I’ve grown so much love for Lily as a character and her resilience as well as passion to adjust and evolve to the world around her. My heart was so warm when she was able to make connections with living things that could actually speak back to her and carry on conversations.
This is such an absolutely amazing series and I will forever have a place in my heart for these books. 😭😭 I love them. DEFINITELY going on my Christmas wish list (mom I know you follow me, take notes and stay away from my smut reviews)
After living her life in the Cretaceous Era, Lily didn’t know what would happen when the meteors would hit the earth and make it unlivable for centuries. She was immortal, yes. But she still didn’t know what that meant.
In this book, Lily is watching the world change and instead of one single era, you get to take a “look” at a few different eras along with her. Not only is she exploring new surroundings but Lily is FINALLY making contact with other human beings and is able to start building relationships with people again.
She’s also gaining insight into her experience from other people on her journey of finding out why she was chosen to go on this journey, with little Easter eggs on the way.
We’re introduced to tons of amazing characters but my absolute favorite will always be Kwan. He’s such a strong-willed, sweet man and I knew I was going to love him from the beginning of his life on “paper.”
I’ve grown so much love for Lily as a character and her resilience as well as passion to adjust and evolve to the world around her. My heart was so warm when she was able to make connections with living things that could actually speak back to her and carry on conversations.
This is such an absolutely amazing series and I will forever have a place in my heart for these books. 😭😭 I love them. DEFINITELY going on my Christmas wish list (mom I know you follow me, take notes and stay away from my smut reviews)
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