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The Oracle Saga #2
The Oracle's Dilemma
Livya is an Oracle with the power to see the future, but right now she doesn't even feel like she has one.
After a failed attempt to run away from the oppressive atmosphere of the magical court where she grew up, Livya's back. But now she's in love - with Tarian, the enigmatic and gorgeous magic user who helped track her down.
When the court is locked down to find a spy in their midst, Livya can't escape what she feels for Tarian, but the arrival of Hawk, a charming magical aristocrat, throws everything into confusion.
As they race against time to find the spy, Livya must use her powers to protect the court from invasion - and decide what it is she really wants.
After a failed attempt to run away from the oppressive atmosphere of the magical court where she grew up, Livya's back. But now she's in love - with Tarian, the enigmatic and gorgeous magic user who helped track her down.
When the court is locked down to find a spy in their midst, Livya can't escape what she feels for Tarian, but the arrival of Hawk, a charming magical aristocrat, throws everything into confusion.
As they race against time to find the spy, Livya must use her powers to protect the court from invasion - and decide what it is she really wants.
152 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 1, 2016
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March 27, 2016
The Oracle's Dilemma is a YA fantasy following the day-to-day life of Livya, a court oracle who has prophetic visions of the future.
Livya is sworn to remain at the Prince's side and follow his commands, even when they are in direct conflict to her own wants and needs. A recent love affair with Tarian after their grueling adventures in Sherwood Forest and a stranger's interest in her creates unnecessary friction. Add to this a domineering Prince that doesn't care for her own comfort or personal space, and you have a melting pot of emotions awaiting poor Livya.
Perhaps because this is the second book in a series, I found that the most of the characters' motivations were unclear. Livya has a blood oath to the Prince, but for what reason? And why does he treat her so badly when it's her visions that could mean the difference between his life and death?
I found the characters two-dimensional and unappealing, except possibly for Cherry. Also, the book lacked the descriptions needed for me to immerse myself in the world. Since a large majority of the book is spent in the audience chamber, I expected at least a little information about what it looks like. It seems that if you haven't read the first book, you wouldn't be able to immerse yourself in this sequel as fully as the author wished.
Any reader that likes first-person narration style and young adult themes will enjoy this book.
Livya is sworn to remain at the Prince's side and follow his commands, even when they are in direct conflict to her own wants and needs. A recent love affair with Tarian after their grueling adventures in Sherwood Forest and a stranger's interest in her creates unnecessary friction. Add to this a domineering Prince that doesn't care for her own comfort or personal space, and you have a melting pot of emotions awaiting poor Livya.
Perhaps because this is the second book in a series, I found that the most of the characters' motivations were unclear. Livya has a blood oath to the Prince, but for what reason? And why does he treat her so badly when it's her visions that could mean the difference between his life and death?
I found the characters two-dimensional and unappealing, except possibly for Cherry. Also, the book lacked the descriptions needed for me to immerse myself in the world. Since a large majority of the book is spent in the audience chamber, I expected at least a little information about what it looks like. It seems that if you haven't read the first book, you wouldn't be able to immerse yourself in this sequel as fully as the author wished.
Any reader that likes first-person narration style and young adult themes will enjoy this book.
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