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The Chronicles of Tevenar #2
The Law of Isolation
Two lands, separated for a millennium by divine decree. Each holds the key to the other’s survival.
The Matriarch of Ramunna needs an heir. Only the lost healing magic of the ancient wizards can help her conceive and bear the daughter who will ensure Ramunna’s future. She sends an expedition to seek the wizards who legends say still dwell somewhere far across the uncharted ocean.
Tevenar hovers on the brink of disaster. Elkan, Josiah, and the rest of the Wizard’s Guild battle a virulent wheat blight, but even the Mother’s power might not be enough to prevent a deadly famine. The arrival of the Matriarch’s envoy offers both hope and danger. For in order to strike the bargain that could save both lands, they’ll have to sacrifice the isolation that has protected Tevenar for centuries.
The Matriarch of Ramunna needs an heir. Only the lost healing magic of the ancient wizards can help her conceive and bear the daughter who will ensure Ramunna’s future. She sends an expedition to seek the wizards who legends say still dwell somewhere far across the uncharted ocean.
Tevenar hovers on the brink of disaster. Elkan, Josiah, and the rest of the Wizard’s Guild battle a virulent wheat blight, but even the Mother’s power might not be enough to prevent a deadly famine. The arrival of the Matriarch’s envoy offers both hope and danger. For in order to strike the bargain that could save both lands, they’ll have to sacrifice the isolation that has protected Tevenar for centuries.
- GenresFantasy
445 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 3, 2015
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August 10, 2019
I totally loved the first book in this series- The Fuller's Apprentice. I loved this book. Notice the totally is missing. Holder has written another really lovely book. It took me a long time to get into this book and I was getting worried that I wouldn't like it. As the story progressed and pieces clicked, it turned out to be a good story. Her characters remain consistent with the first book and alhtough the story /plot felt a little disjointed because it was two different locations, I think she brings the plot together nicely by the end. A new character, Vigorre Rothen, may be the reason I keep reading the series. He is intriguing and I want to know where his loyalties lie. I also hope that he is a postive influence on Nirel, who has the potential to turn out a hero, if she doesn't blow it. So, there is mystery yet to keep me involved. Again, what I love in this series is the spiritual themes and lessons. Wonderful quotes such as, "every wizard must listen to the Mother's voice for himself and make his own decisions about how to follow where she leads," are personally relevant for me and I love it when I come across one of these gems.
February 10, 2023
This book was really good! It has three POVs so it was a little tough to keep up after first because not only were there three POVs but there were two different continents as well that it kept bouncing between. Overall though, it was a great story. It’s compelling and interesting and full of scenes that kept me on the edge of my seat. I look forward to the next installment as the world continues to change and grow because of the wizards and the Mother.
November 2, 2023
Great Second Book in the Series
This book definitely expanded the world view and put a lot of Tevanar’s history into perspective. I still find Josiah a little annoying but to be honest, he’s a teenager and so is portrayed pretty accurately. Looking forward to continuing on with the series.
This book definitely expanded the world view and put a lot of Tevanar’s history into perspective. I still find Josiah a little annoying but to be honest, he’s a teenager and so is portrayed pretty accurately. Looking forward to continuing on with the series.
July 13, 2019
Excellent Storytelling
I can’t wait to read book 3 of this great adventure. This series is exciting from start to finish. The characters are well formed so you’ll have feelings for or against them and are invested in their plight. You gotta read this series!
I can’t wait to read book 3 of this great adventure. This series is exciting from start to finish. The characters are well formed so you’ll have feelings for or against them and are invested in their plight. You gotta read this series!
July 17, 2022
This second book picks up right where the first one left on, introducing new characters in Ramunna and new plots in both lands. The added diversity in characters and plots make a fun, quick read. Ready to dive into book 3!
April 1, 2016
The Matriarch of Ramunna needs an heir. Only the lost healing magic of the ancient wizards can help her conceive and bear the daughter who will ensure Ramunna's future. She sends an expedition to seek the wizards legends say still dwell somewhere far across the uncharted ocean.
Tevenar hovers on the brink of disaster. Elkan, Josiah, and the rest of the Wizard's Guild battle a virulent wheat blight, but even the Mother's power might not be enough to prevent a deadly famine.
Two lands, separated for a millennium by divine decree. Each holds the key to the other's survival. But in order to strike the bargain that could save them both, they'll have to persuade the Mother herself to change her Law and end the isolation that has protected Tevenar for centuries.
It is a new take on Wizards and magic. In this series the wizards are there to serve the people. The whole concept for a society with trade guilds, that look after the families of their members, when some tragedy strikes is interesting to watch the characters struggle with becoming better people, while mentoring the young people in their care. I gave it a 3 star because of how the writer jumps all over the place, One chapter here and the next some where else and then to a 3rd location. I really don't like how it is done. I like certain main characters from the first book and thought it would continue to be so. But was disappointed they where not in it has much. Don't know if I'll read the third.
Tevenar hovers on the brink of disaster. Elkan, Josiah, and the rest of the Wizard's Guild battle a virulent wheat blight, but even the Mother's power might not be enough to prevent a deadly famine.
Two lands, separated for a millennium by divine decree. Each holds the key to the other's survival. But in order to strike the bargain that could save them both, they'll have to persuade the Mother herself to change her Law and end the isolation that has protected Tevenar for centuries.
It is a new take on Wizards and magic. In this series the wizards are there to serve the people. The whole concept for a society with trade guilds, that look after the families of their members, when some tragedy strikes is interesting to watch the characters struggle with becoming better people, while mentoring the young people in their care. I gave it a 3 star because of how the writer jumps all over the place, One chapter here and the next some where else and then to a 3rd location. I really don't like how it is done. I like certain main characters from the first book and thought it would continue to be so. But was disappointed they where not in it has much. Don't know if I'll read the third.
November 26, 2015
Bringing two worlds together
It held danger, moral dilemmas, magic, inventions, politics, betrayal, secrets, and assassins. Lovely!
I liked learning about Josiah and Elkan. It's especially fun when they use too much power or use it a new way. I came to enjoy Nirel's scenes, too, but she is harder to connect with. I like the religious tensions and currents shaping the world.
Josiah is still a bit reckless but definitely learning. Elkan is so determined and awesome. Sar is wise and awesome. Gevan is superstitious and very creative; he discusses math without making it sound boring!
I didn't like the way a couple things felt skewed. First, the deity is a woman, which is odd but okay. Next, pre-marital sex is accepted. The Mother-touched animals think it is normal. When nearly every other law set by the Mother follows Earth's moral code, it is unsettling to run into a couple that don't fit.
It held danger, moral dilemmas, magic, inventions, politics, betrayal, secrets, and assassins. Lovely!
I liked learning about Josiah and Elkan. It's especially fun when they use too much power or use it a new way. I came to enjoy Nirel's scenes, too, but she is harder to connect with. I like the religious tensions and currents shaping the world.
Josiah is still a bit reckless but definitely learning. Elkan is so determined and awesome. Sar is wise and awesome. Gevan is superstitious and very creative; he discusses math without making it sound boring!
I didn't like the way a couple things felt skewed. First, the deity is a woman, which is odd but okay. Next, pre-marital sex is accepted. The Mother-touched animals think it is normal. When nearly every other law set by the Mother follows Earth's moral code, it is unsettling to run into a couple that don't fit.
May 19, 2016
A very engaging read
The world that Angela has postulated is fascinating and full of promise, the inherent conflicts of societies and contortions of religious fervor are believable and the blindness of fanatics is a frightening window on our own society. In the first book, I was frankly uncomfortable with the communistic and static nature of the world she envisioned. Now it is making more sense and growing increasingly more believable. I applaud her efforts and look forward to the next book.
The world that Angela has postulated is fascinating and full of promise, the inherent conflicts of societies and contortions of religious fervor are believable and the blindness of fanatics is a frightening window on our own society. In the first book, I was frankly uncomfortable with the communistic and static nature of the world she envisioned. Now it is making more sense and growing increasingly more believable. I applaud her efforts and look forward to the next book.
June 4, 2016
For some reason this book want as strong for me as the first book, possibly because I liked the first book so much. I did like the set up for the third book, unfortunately I felt much of the book responded around that.
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March 16, 2016Good sequel
Beyond the Boundary Stones is a good sequel to the first. My only quibble is that it feels a bit like a transition and setup book for the sequel, but the characters grow, the plot thickens and the first book's quality is more than matched.
Beyond the Boundary Stones is a good sequel to the first. My only quibble is that it feels a bit like a transition and setup book for the sequel, but the characters grow, the plot thickens and the first book's quality is more than matched.
January 19, 2016
This book contains a lot more tension and that has gripped me into rooting for the protagonists even more than the first book.
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