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The Aztec Chronicles #3
Heart of the Battle
Poised to invade the neighboring city, smarting from the betrayal and eager to avenge the offense, Tenochtitlan was boiling, causing Necalli to glow with excitement and expectation and Miztli to brood and worry about the safety of his Tlatelolcan girl. His troubles in school and the hatred of the notorious local bully did not gain much of his attention, mistakenly so. It all might have ended badly but for the mysterious stranger, a spectacular scar-faced warrior with unclear means and intentions.
In the meanwhile, unsure if her note reached its recipient, Tlemilli tried to do something about it in her typical reckless fashion, determined to let the Tenochtitlan boy know that she wasn’t angry, that he must come and find her again. If to dive into the worst of the politics in the city facing an inevitable invasion was the means to do that, she didn’t even hesitate. However, the actual warring on the streets turned out to be nothing that she might have anticipated, and this time, the imperial wife, her adored sister’s wellbeing was at stake, increasing her determination to find that Tenochtitlan boy and make him help them both somehow.
In the meanwhile, unsure if her note reached its recipient, Tlemilli tried to do something about it in her typical reckless fashion, determined to let the Tenochtitlan boy know that she wasn’t angry, that he must come and find her again. If to dive into the worst of the politics in the city facing an inevitable invasion was the means to do that, she didn’t even hesitate. However, the actual warring on the streets turned out to be nothing that she might have anticipated, and this time, the imperial wife, her adored sister’s wellbeing was at stake, increasing her determination to find that Tenochtitlan boy and make him help them both somehow.
349 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 27, 2017
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Zoe Saadia
32 books332 followersZoe Saadia is the author of several novels of pre-Columbian Americas. From the architects of the Aztec Empire to the founders of the Iroquois Great League, from the towering pyramids of the Mexican Valley to the longhouses of the Great Lakes, her novels bring long-forgotten history, cultures and people to life, tracing pivotal events that brought about the greatness of North and Mesoamerica.
Having researched various pre-contact cultures of this continent for more than a decade, she is convinced that it's a shame that such a large part of history was completely overlooked, by historical fiction most of all. Both Americas had an extremely rich, diverse, fascinating history long before this continent came in contact with the rest of the world.
So her professional motto is set. America has not been 'discovered', not yet. Maybe not ever :-)
Having researched various pre-contact cultures of this continent for more than a decade, she is convinced that it's a shame that such a large part of history was completely overlooked, by historical fiction most of all. Both Americas had an extremely rich, diverse, fascinating history long before this continent came in contact with the rest of the world.
So her professional motto is set. America has not been 'discovered', not yet. Maybe not ever :-)
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Displaying 1 - 11 of 11 reviews
February 6, 2017
Very good conclusion to the 'Tlatelolcan war'. While reading historical fiction, I always appreciate authors' notes or afterwords, where one can see what was historical and what was fictional, in this series while being highly entertaining in themselves do not disappoint on this count as well.
While not unexpected, this nearly civil war's conclusion was still surprising on a few counts, while of course the twists and turns of the fictional characters' lives kept me on edge to my full satisfaction.
Good series that I hope continues in the same vein and with the same action adventure spirit intervened with historical accuracy and meticulous research.
While not unexpected, this nearly civil war's conclusion was still surprising on a few counts, while of course the twists and turns of the fictional characters' lives kept me on edge to my full satisfaction.
Good series that I hope continues in the same vein and with the same action adventure spirit intervened with historical accuracy and meticulous research.
February 13, 2017
As good as the previous series. Enjoy this author's Aztec lore
April 4, 2017
Heart of the Battle made my heart beat faster and my eyes grow weary for the inability to put it down. As always, Zoe does a masterful job of entwining authentic and accurate historical events, with an action packed story filled with fictional characters. Brava Zoe for another great read. Looking forward to Warrior Beast.
January 31, 2017
Wonderful! Kept me on the edge of my seat most of the time, rooting for Miztli and Tlemilli, mostly this lovely pair, but Necalli is a great kid too, a true friend...
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July 26, 2017Society has always had rules whether written or unwritten and contrary to the common saying, all is NOT fair in love and war. When the head advisor for one of the Mexica Aztec altepetls defied the customary rules of war the results were disastrous for him and his altepetl. Fortunately for our young hero, his lack of observing societal norms in matters of the heart, while definitely creating trouble, is far less disastrous. In this her third book of the Aztec Chronicles, Ms Saadia tells a spellbinding story set in the pre Columbian era of what is now Mexico City. If you are a fan of historical fiction, this is a “must read” book for you.
September 17, 2017
Zoe Saadia's Book Three in her Aztec Chronicles is called Heart of the Battle, and it delivers on its promise. Through the eyes of young and old, see the Aztec world in all its beleaguered glory. Young Miztli fears for the safety of his Tlatelolcan girl until his schoolwork suffers. The local bully notices him, and things go from bad to worse. Then comes a mysterious, scarred stranger whose motives are unclear but whose sudden intervention in the lives of the young Aztecs brings adventure.
Reckless Tlemilli longs to let the Tenochtitlan boy know her true feelings. When will he come again to see her? War has reached the streets, touching all; even the Imperial wife. her sister, is imperiled. But Tlemilli 's love for that Tenochtitlan boy sends her to him to ask for help . . .
A wonderful series in a strange and vanished land.
Reckless Tlemilli longs to let the Tenochtitlan boy know her true feelings. When will he come again to see her? War has reached the streets, touching all; even the Imperial wife. her sister, is imperiled. But Tlemilli 's love for that Tenochtitlan boy sends her to him to ask for help . . .
A wonderful series in a strange and vanished land.
January 6, 2020
14 Books by the Same Author and Still Intriguing
I am still amazed that, after reading 14 books in 3 series written by Zoe Saadia, the stories continue to intrigue me! Even the current series, of which this book is a part, written for younger audiences, contains realistic character development and unexpected twists in events that artfully share historical facts. Take time to read Zoe’s notes at the end of the book, as well as her website, to learn some of her in-depth research.
I am still amazed that, after reading 14 books in 3 series written by Zoe Saadia, the stories continue to intrigue me! Even the current series, of which this book is a part, written for younger audiences, contains realistic character development and unexpected twists in events that artfully share historical facts. Take time to read Zoe’s notes at the end of the book, as well as her website, to learn some of her in-depth research.
May 29, 2017
Wonderful conclusion. Plenty of tension, on the private score and the account of the the civil war conflict. Loved how Miztli developed, even though 'the man of Texcoco' ended up thinking about him not as highly as of his friend. That was one interesting character. I hope he appears in the next installment as well.
September 15, 2017
Heart of the Battle (The Aztec Chronicles Book 3) Kindle Edition
by Zoe Saadia
A fantastic third book in The Aztec Chronicles continuing the adventure.
Brilliant storyline, excellent historical detail and a well-written book.
One of the best tales I have read in a long time.
by Zoe Saadia
A fantastic third book in The Aztec Chronicles continuing the adventure.
Brilliant storyline, excellent historical detail and a well-written book.
One of the best tales I have read in a long time.
May 20, 2017
Good series, fascinating history
May 28, 2017
Wonderful series, so vivid and riveting
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