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The Prince of Korin
Prince Endomer of Korin is not a hero. Nor does he want to be one.
He spends his days in the royal library, poring over old manuscripts, studying archaic languages and playing chess. He’s never been like Krollis, his fearless twin brother, who is an expert swordsman and hunts wild beasts in the forests.
When an army of vizzens, the fearsome old enemy of Korin, attacks from the east and Krollis disappears, Endomer is left in charge of the country. He struggles to find a way to save his people while his soldiers are dying and his citizens are forced to flee. As he fights to gain the respect of the palace court, he discovers a threat coming from within the palace walls. There is no one he can trust.
He isn’t only fighting for his country – he’s fighting for his life.
Fans of Megan Whalen Turner and Jennifer A. Nielsen will enjoy this story of political intrigue and betrayal.
He spends his days in the royal library, poring over old manuscripts, studying archaic languages and playing chess. He’s never been like Krollis, his fearless twin brother, who is an expert swordsman and hunts wild beasts in the forests.
When an army of vizzens, the fearsome old enemy of Korin, attacks from the east and Krollis disappears, Endomer is left in charge of the country. He struggles to find a way to save his people while his soldiers are dying and his citizens are forced to flee. As he fights to gain the respect of the palace court, he discovers a threat coming from within the palace walls. There is no one he can trust.
He isn’t only fighting for his country – he’s fighting for his life.
Fans of Megan Whalen Turner and Jennifer A. Nielsen will enjoy this story of political intrigue and betrayal.
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Published November 25, 2017
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December 21, 2017
3.5 Stars This YA fantasy follows a very young prince and his twin brother as they struggle to find their roles in their kingdom when tragedy strikes and they’re people face a war.
I enjoyed this for the most part. The pacing was well done. There were a couple of things that surprised me. I felt like there could have been a bit more action throughout the story instead of just when faced with their enemies, maybe more conflict? I also didn’t enjoy some of the names of the lands, I felt they were a little cheesy. And I did not enjoy the way that their enemy was defeated, it was anticlimactic and I was left wanting more of an epic battle and triumph. I wanted Endomer to be more of a hero than just the brains and actually have to fight in the war more than he did. He spend most of his time hiding from the danger.
Overall, enjoyable but not very complex.
I enjoyed this for the most part. The pacing was well done. There were a couple of things that surprised me. I felt like there could have been a bit more action throughout the story instead of just when faced with their enemies, maybe more conflict? I also didn’t enjoy some of the names of the lands, I felt they were a little cheesy. And I did not enjoy the way that their enemy was defeated, it was anticlimactic and I was left wanting more of an epic battle and triumph. I wanted Endomer to be more of a hero than just the brains and actually have to fight in the war more than he did. He spend most of his time hiding from the danger.
Overall, enjoyable but not very complex.
November 25, 2017
*4.5*
The Prince of Korin isn't my usual type of book, and to be honest, I was slightly worried about starting it. As it turns out, I'm incredibly glad I did! Melody J. Bremen has crafted a fantastic story within its pages - one full of adventure, intrigue, and sabotage.
The Price of Korin begins just days before Prince Endomer's fifteenth birthday. Prince Endomer is dreading his birthday because this year everyone will discover who will be the next king - Endomer or his twin brother Krollis. Unlike most would be in his position, Prince Endomer is hoping and praying that it won't be him - he's not fit to rule a kingdom. He'd much rather be in the court's library reading a book than developing war strategy. However, everything changes when treason and deceit rocks the palace walls. Suddenly, Prince Endomer is in charge while his brother is nowhere to be found. Prince Endomer doesn't know who to trust or what to do, but he knows he has to save the kingdom...
When the story first begins, Prince Endomer is smart, bookish, and quick witted. He's someone who would much rather sit in and read a book then go out on an adventure, especially if the said adventure involves swords and other weapons. From the first page, I adored him. I could easily relate to his love of books, and I admired his ample knowledge, especially when he used it to assist his father and/or kingdom. It was also easy to see how much Endomer didn't want to be king, and I felt for him. If I was in his position, I wouldn't want to be either - it's a lot of stress and pressure. However, when he is thrown into the position, he rocks it albeit a fews set backs. He shows the kingdom, and, more importantly, himself that he can be strong and fearless, and I loved this transition. What I loved even more, though, that it wasn't a complete change - Endomer still loved his books and his quiet world but he was willing to embark on some adventures if it meant saving his world.
The world building in The Prince of Korin was fantastic! It was so easy to fully immerse myself into Edomer's world. Due to Melody's lush descriptions, I often felt as if I was right there with Edomer in the castle or on the battlefield, and I just loved that aspect. It made the book really stand out to me.
The plot in this is also great! At its heart, it's a coming of age filled with adventure and action. There wasn't a time in which I wasn't dying to know what would happen next AND rooting for Edomer to save the day. I especially liked that Melody incorporated the supernatural through the enemy in this. It was incredibly interesting.
In all, The Prince of Korin proves that you should have always take chances on books, because you never know what may happen. In this case, I was introduced to a great new author and a spellbinding YA fantasy!
Grade: B+
The Prince of Korin isn't my usual type of book, and to be honest, I was slightly worried about starting it. As it turns out, I'm incredibly glad I did! Melody J. Bremen has crafted a fantastic story within its pages - one full of adventure, intrigue, and sabotage.
The Price of Korin begins just days before Prince Endomer's fifteenth birthday. Prince Endomer is dreading his birthday because this year everyone will discover who will be the next king - Endomer or his twin brother Krollis. Unlike most would be in his position, Prince Endomer is hoping and praying that it won't be him - he's not fit to rule a kingdom. He'd much rather be in the court's library reading a book than developing war strategy. However, everything changes when treason and deceit rocks the palace walls. Suddenly, Prince Endomer is in charge while his brother is nowhere to be found. Prince Endomer doesn't know who to trust or what to do, but he knows he has to save the kingdom...
When the story first begins, Prince Endomer is smart, bookish, and quick witted. He's someone who would much rather sit in and read a book then go out on an adventure, especially if the said adventure involves swords and other weapons. From the first page, I adored him. I could easily relate to his love of books, and I admired his ample knowledge, especially when he used it to assist his father and/or kingdom. It was also easy to see how much Endomer didn't want to be king, and I felt for him. If I was in his position, I wouldn't want to be either - it's a lot of stress and pressure. However, when he is thrown into the position, he rocks it albeit a fews set backs. He shows the kingdom, and, more importantly, himself that he can be strong and fearless, and I loved this transition. What I loved even more, though, that it wasn't a complete change - Endomer still loved his books and his quiet world but he was willing to embark on some adventures if it meant saving his world.
The world building in The Prince of Korin was fantastic! It was so easy to fully immerse myself into Edomer's world. Due to Melody's lush descriptions, I often felt as if I was right there with Edomer in the castle or on the battlefield, and I just loved that aspect. It made the book really stand out to me.
The plot in this is also great! At its heart, it's a coming of age filled with adventure and action. There wasn't a time in which I wasn't dying to know what would happen next AND rooting for Edomer to save the day. I especially liked that Melody incorporated the supernatural through the enemy in this. It was incredibly interesting.
In all, The Prince of Korin proves that you should have always take chances on books, because you never know what may happen. In this case, I was introduced to a great new author and a spellbinding YA fantasy!
Grade: B+
November 29, 2017
This was a fun read! The Prince of Korin is told from the first person perspective of a bookish prince named Endomer. He and his twin brother are weeks away from their 15th birthdays when they will discover which one of them is the older twin is (and thus which one of them will be king). When Endomer's brother goes missing, Endomer must navigate treason and betrayal and find the wherewithal to saved his kingdom.
The world building was quite well done in The Prince of Korin, and I especially enjoyed the imaginative fantasy animals that inhabit the world. Though ironically, despite strong world building, the map at the front of the book could desperately use more detail. The book also especially excels at providing descriptions that are straightforward, clear, and often comedic. I found myself smiling throughout the book. The plot is well paced and kept me reading straight through!
The characters are simple and border on being one-dimensional, but they're also consistent in terms of personality and actions, and Endomer was an enjoyable narrator throughout the book. The simplicity of the characters, plot, and writing style lend more to a middle grade reading level than young adult. (This is not a complaint, just a neutral observation, and middle grade books can be fun to read at any age.) I recommend The Prince of Korin to anyone looking for a lighthearted escape to a kingdom with a bookish prince fighting to save his kingdom.
Thank you to the author, Melody Bremen for sending me an ARC copy of this book.
The world building was quite well done in The Prince of Korin, and I especially enjoyed the imaginative fantasy animals that inhabit the world. Though ironically, despite strong world building, the map at the front of the book could desperately use more detail. The book also especially excels at providing descriptions that are straightforward, clear, and often comedic. I found myself smiling throughout the book. The plot is well paced and kept me reading straight through!
The characters are simple and border on being one-dimensional, but they're also consistent in terms of personality and actions, and Endomer was an enjoyable narrator throughout the book. The simplicity of the characters, plot, and writing style lend more to a middle grade reading level than young adult. (This is not a complaint, just a neutral observation, and middle grade books can be fun to read at any age.) I recommend The Prince of Korin to anyone looking for a lighthearted escape to a kingdom with a bookish prince fighting to save his kingdom.
Thank you to the author, Melody Bremen for sending me an ARC copy of this book.
December 12, 2017
Thoughts: This book is too amazing to be described well by words, you have to just read it. Melody J. Bremen did a amazing job with the main character Prince Endomer: he has so many character traits, and he seems like a real person who just walked into a story. I also loved how Endomer did everything different. For example, instead of doing a sword duel for his honor, he did a riddle duel. Another thing I loved about the book is how it's not just about winning a war and saving a country, it's really about the main character Prince Endomer learning how to become more self-confident, brave, and most of all, a great king. Overall, this is an all around amazing, amazing, amazing story that everyone will love.
Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
December 20, 2017
Originally posted at To Read or Not To Read?
I received an ARC copy of this book from the author, in exchange for an honest review. And boy I'm glad I did!
The Prince of Korin hit that wonderful sweet spot of being exactly the book I wanted at exactly the right time and I love everything about it.
Bremen's tale opens on twin princes, brothers who are polar opposites -and neither know which is to be heir to the throne until their fast-approaching fifteenth birthday. Instead of going the route of rivalry and discord, bookworm Endomer and adrenaline-junkie Krollis have become estranged by their vastly different interests and personalities -a route that, in Bremen's favor, was probably not as easy to write and far, far more interesting to read about.
There's not a drop of sorcery in this tale, but it turns out Bremen didn't need any magic but her own words to tell it. Reminiscent of the master Gail Carson Levine, Bremen spins her tale of fantasy politics, intrigue, treachery, murder, and the rise of an ancient powerful enemy from the eyes of Endomer, a woefully unprepared bookworm of a prince, clever if a little naive, thrust suddenly under the burden of it all.
An easy and enjoyable read for its fast pace and almost effortless flow, The Prince of Korin is a character-driven story with a perfect balance of mystery, action, and intrigue. As the threat of war tears across the country, Endomer is expected to lead his people through the crisis, to either live up to or break under expectations.
Our view is an intimate one as he struggles to find his place, battle his own self-doubt, earn the respect of the court, and -perhaps my favorite of all- find a way to connect with his brother. Their relationship grows and blossoms as they come to understand one another for the first time, to appreciate the others obvious and not so obvious strengths and weaknesses -and not at all in the way you'd expect.
While not unpredictable, The Prince of Korin is still immensely enjoyable and kept me up into the wee hours of the morning.
I'm still trying to decide whether my favorite character is Endomer -bookworm power!- or the intimidating bodyguard Baclen, for his gruffness, tough love, and irreverent sense of humor. As a pair, at least, they're impossible not to love!
"You'll be fine," Baclen said.
I shook my head. "I can't even get on a horse without someone helping me."
"I'll help you get on your horse."
Somehow, I could still smile. "That's reassuring."
I received an ARC copy of this book from the author, in exchange for an honest review. And boy I'm glad I did!
The Prince of Korin hit that wonderful sweet spot of being exactly the book I wanted at exactly the right time and I love everything about it.
Bremen's tale opens on twin princes, brothers who are polar opposites -and neither know which is to be heir to the throne until their fast-approaching fifteenth birthday. Instead of going the route of rivalry and discord, bookworm Endomer and adrenaline-junkie Krollis have become estranged by their vastly different interests and personalities -a route that, in Bremen's favor, was probably not as easy to write and far, far more interesting to read about.
There's not a drop of sorcery in this tale, but it turns out Bremen didn't need any magic but her own words to tell it. Reminiscent of the master Gail Carson Levine, Bremen spins her tale of fantasy politics, intrigue, treachery, murder, and the rise of an ancient powerful enemy from the eyes of Endomer, a woefully unprepared bookworm of a prince, clever if a little naive, thrust suddenly under the burden of it all.
An easy and enjoyable read for its fast pace and almost effortless flow, The Prince of Korin is a character-driven story with a perfect balance of mystery, action, and intrigue. As the threat of war tears across the country, Endomer is expected to lead his people through the crisis, to either live up to or break under expectations.
Our view is an intimate one as he struggles to find his place, battle his own self-doubt, earn the respect of the court, and -perhaps my favorite of all- find a way to connect with his brother. Their relationship grows and blossoms as they come to understand one another for the first time, to appreciate the others obvious and not so obvious strengths and weaknesses -and not at all in the way you'd expect.
While not unpredictable, The Prince of Korin is still immensely enjoyable and kept me up into the wee hours of the morning.
I'm still trying to decide whether my favorite character is Endomer -bookworm power!- or the intimidating bodyguard Baclen, for his gruffness, tough love, and irreverent sense of humor. As a pair, at least, they're impossible not to love!
"You'll be fine," Baclen said.
I shook my head. "I can't even get on a horse without someone helping me."
"I'll help you get on your horse."
Somehow, I could still smile. "That's reassuring."
July 2, 2023
I hope you enjoy this bookworm protagonist as much as I do.
December 7, 2017
I received a copy of The Prince of Korin from Melody J. Bremen in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The Prince of Korin is a young adult fantasy novel, one that I think fans of Man in the Iron Mask will appreciate. The cover is lovely and immediately eye catching, but the description is what lands the sale for me.
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
The Prince of Korin is a young adult fantasy novel, one that I think fans of Man in the Iron Mask will appreciate. The cover is lovely and immediately eye catching, but the description is what lands the sale for me.
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
January 22, 2018
I was offered an ARC of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review.
First off, I know I am way late in reviewing this book so I must apologize for that.
I thought the Prince of Korin would be a better fit for children's or young teen genre rather than YA. This was just a minor note, it did not take anything away from my overall judgement of the book. I suppose the genre of YA is fairly flexible in its age definition but in reading this book I felt it would appeal more to a younger audience than 15yos. This in part due to my opinion that the writing was very straight forward and would be easily comprehensible to younger audiences.
When it comes to the writing there are aspects I appreciated and have criticism for. Reading fantasy can be a chore trying to commit to immersing oneself into the universe the author created, understanding all the tiny details of that world, and memorizing the names of a million characters that ultimately serve no purpose aside from populating this world. This is really tiring and for most fantasy books I have to restart reading the beginning in order to commit. For the Prince of Korin I did not find this to be as severe a problem. The universe Ms. Bremen created was reasonably easy to understand and accept. It stuck to creating only what was necessary for the story to proceed rather than forcing readers to read about pretentious intricate world details that will never come up again. This made for a fairly light fantasy read that did not require an enormous amount of energy to comprehend.
On the other hand, at times characters were not fleshed out and were more defined by their motives than personalities. Nearly character had a clear purpose in their place but since they felt a bit flat, it was hard at times to feel sympathetic for their struggles though I am still concerned about
*spoiler* whether the Cook's son is ok *spoiler*. The weight of the reveal towards the end did not feel particularly crushing as the relationships between characters weren't particularly built up even that of Endomer and his parents.
The writing style was basic and easy to follow. The foreshadowing seemed rather heavy handed especially in its placement at the end of what seemed to be several consecutive chapters. The red herring laid down was rather over the top and did not really fool me as a reader. The story felt predictable, though it was nice how things lined up together in such a way I can tell the author spent a long time creating this cohesion.
Overall these were my main thoughts after my first reading of this book, I may add more if I reread it and focus more on the characters then. This book makes for a great light read on the public transit. I feel like I could put it down and pick it back up again easily which is always a helpful when reading fantasy. This story could probably be pitched to a younger audience and still be quite successful.
First off, I know I am way late in reviewing this book so I must apologize for that.
I thought the Prince of Korin would be a better fit for children's or young teen genre rather than YA. This was just a minor note, it did not take anything away from my overall judgement of the book. I suppose the genre of YA is fairly flexible in its age definition but in reading this book I felt it would appeal more to a younger audience than 15yos. This in part due to my opinion that the writing was very straight forward and would be easily comprehensible to younger audiences.
When it comes to the writing there are aspects I appreciated and have criticism for. Reading fantasy can be a chore trying to commit to immersing oneself into the universe the author created, understanding all the tiny details of that world, and memorizing the names of a million characters that ultimately serve no purpose aside from populating this world. This is really tiring and for most fantasy books I have to restart reading the beginning in order to commit. For the Prince of Korin I did not find this to be as severe a problem. The universe Ms. Bremen created was reasonably easy to understand and accept. It stuck to creating only what was necessary for the story to proceed rather than forcing readers to read about pretentious intricate world details that will never come up again. This made for a fairly light fantasy read that did not require an enormous amount of energy to comprehend.
On the other hand, at times characters were not fleshed out and were more defined by their motives than personalities. Nearly character had a clear purpose in their place but since they felt a bit flat, it was hard at times to feel sympathetic for their struggles though I am still concerned about
*spoiler* whether the Cook's son is ok *spoiler*. The weight of the reveal towards the end did not feel particularly crushing as the relationships between characters weren't particularly built up even that of Endomer and his parents.
The writing style was basic and easy to follow. The foreshadowing seemed rather heavy handed especially in its placement at the end of what seemed to be several consecutive chapters. The red herring laid down was rather over the top and did not really fool me as a reader. The story felt predictable, though it was nice how things lined up together in such a way I can tell the author spent a long time creating this cohesion.
Overall these were my main thoughts after my first reading of this book, I may add more if I reread it and focus more on the characters then. This book makes for a great light read on the public transit. I feel like I could put it down and pick it back up again easily which is always a helpful when reading fantasy. This story could probably be pitched to a younger audience and still be quite successful.
January 25, 2018
With a world to sink into and layers of intrigue, strife and hope, this is a novel to which grabs into the world of kingdoms and what it means to rule.
Prince Endomer and his twin brother, Prince Korin, are like two sides of a coin. Endomer is not the braver of the two. While Korin hunts and thrives adventure, Endomer hides in the library. Both fear the day they learn which shall become king. When the announcement is made, Korin runs and Endomer is left alone, not only to rule but to save his kingdom from an devastating war and a traitor who was even able to fool his own parents and friends.
Prince Endomer is a hero of a different sort—something I truly enjoyed seeing. He is not a fighter, he is not brave or adventurous, and he definitely doesn't have what it takes to be king. Or so he thinks. The tale already begins with a refreshing idea that neither brother desires to become king. Both realize the burden the responsibility brings, and both would rather avoid it. Considering the parents, the king and queen, are very loving and kind people, this comes across as extremely mature. But then, for being 14 turning 15, especially Endomer acts and thinks way beyond his age—something which made me stumble a little. In any case, Endomer is a delightful character to root for the whole way through.
The story moves along at a steady pace, never inviting boredom, but this isn't an action story. The author digs into Endomer, letting the story take a similar flow to his personality. It's a tale of intrigue, mystery, and political difficulties, not adventure. There are a few scenes where action trickles in but this falls more into a thinking game. Even the ending doesn't carry the epic battle often seen in this genre, but fits well with the rest of the tale. It's engaging, makes the reader think along with Endomer and experience the hardships with heart.
There's a wonderful take on sibling relationships and the special bond they share. Nothing is smooth, but that doesn't make their relationship a negative one. The author does a great job at bringing the differences of opinions and behaviors into play, while not letting the 'love' between the two fall into the shadows. Even when that love isn't as clear as day.
Fantasy friends of tales with princes, kingdoms, war and political intrigue are sure to enjoy this one. The world comes across as realistic, the enemy threatens at every turn, the layers of intrigue are tightly woven and Endomer is a prince to love and watch grow.
I received a complimentary copy and was so engaged in this world that I wanted to leave my honest thoughts.
Prince Endomer and his twin brother, Prince Korin, are like two sides of a coin. Endomer is not the braver of the two. While Korin hunts and thrives adventure, Endomer hides in the library. Both fear the day they learn which shall become king. When the announcement is made, Korin runs and Endomer is left alone, not only to rule but to save his kingdom from an devastating war and a traitor who was even able to fool his own parents and friends.
Prince Endomer is a hero of a different sort—something I truly enjoyed seeing. He is not a fighter, he is not brave or adventurous, and he definitely doesn't have what it takes to be king. Or so he thinks. The tale already begins with a refreshing idea that neither brother desires to become king. Both realize the burden the responsibility brings, and both would rather avoid it. Considering the parents, the king and queen, are very loving and kind people, this comes across as extremely mature. But then, for being 14 turning 15, especially Endomer acts and thinks way beyond his age—something which made me stumble a little. In any case, Endomer is a delightful character to root for the whole way through.
The story moves along at a steady pace, never inviting boredom, but this isn't an action story. The author digs into Endomer, letting the story take a similar flow to his personality. It's a tale of intrigue, mystery, and political difficulties, not adventure. There are a few scenes where action trickles in but this falls more into a thinking game. Even the ending doesn't carry the epic battle often seen in this genre, but fits well with the rest of the tale. It's engaging, makes the reader think along with Endomer and experience the hardships with heart.
There's a wonderful take on sibling relationships and the special bond they share. Nothing is smooth, but that doesn't make their relationship a negative one. The author does a great job at bringing the differences of opinions and behaviors into play, while not letting the 'love' between the two fall into the shadows. Even when that love isn't as clear as day.
Fantasy friends of tales with princes, kingdoms, war and political intrigue are sure to enjoy this one. The world comes across as realistic, the enemy threatens at every turn, the layers of intrigue are tightly woven and Endomer is a prince to love and watch grow.
I received a complimentary copy and was so engaged in this world that I wanted to leave my honest thoughts.
December 13, 2017
Title: The Prince of Korin
Author: Melody J. Bremen
Publisher: Melody J. Bremen
ISBN: B077RLXF4R
Buy Link: http://melodybremen.com/the-prince-of...
Reviewer: Teresa Fallen Angel
Blurb:
Prince Endomer of Korin is not a hero. Nor does he want to be one.
He spends his days in the royal library, poring over old manuscripts, studying archaic languages and playing chess. He's never been like Krollis, his fearless twin brother, who is an expert swordsman and hunts wild beasts in the forests.
When an army of vizzens, the fearsome old enemy of Korin, attacks from the east and Krollis disappears, Endomer is left in charge of the country. He struggles to find a way to save his people while his soldiers are dying and his citizens are forced to flee. As he fights to gain the respect of the palace court, he discovers a threat coming from within the palace walls. There is no one he can trust.
He isn't only fighting for his country - he's fighting for his life.
Fans of Megan Whalen Turner and Jennifer A. Nielsen will enjoy this story of political intrigue and betrayal.
Total Score: 5/5
Summary:
Received for an honest review.
Endomer and his twin brother Krollis are soon to have their fifteenth birthday when they will find out who will be the next king of their country Korin. Their parents decided when they were born to not tell anyone who was first born so they would grow up s equals. Krollis and Endomer couldn't be more different. Krollis is the adventurous one always ready for a fight and exploring anything new while Endomer was the scholar who kept his head in a book. Their world is about to be rocked when an old enemy the Vissens begin to threaten their country even as the princes learn their fate. Krollis is shown to be the next king until he disappears leaving his family behind. Things get worse when the Vissen's attack leaving Endomer alone and in charge. As a scholar, the country isn't sure if he is strong enough to lead in their time of need, but that just shows that all his studies may come in handy if he can keep them alive.
This was an incredible and intricate story that keeps the reader spellbound till the very end. Thinks go to the author for a wonderful book. It is my hope that this isn't the end of their story.
Author: Melody J. Bremen
Publisher: Melody J. Bremen
ISBN: B077RLXF4R
Buy Link: http://melodybremen.com/the-prince-of...
Reviewer: Teresa Fallen Angel
Blurb:
Prince Endomer of Korin is not a hero. Nor does he want to be one.
He spends his days in the royal library, poring over old manuscripts, studying archaic languages and playing chess. He's never been like Krollis, his fearless twin brother, who is an expert swordsman and hunts wild beasts in the forests.
When an army of vizzens, the fearsome old enemy of Korin, attacks from the east and Krollis disappears, Endomer is left in charge of the country. He struggles to find a way to save his people while his soldiers are dying and his citizens are forced to flee. As he fights to gain the respect of the palace court, he discovers a threat coming from within the palace walls. There is no one he can trust.
He isn't only fighting for his country - he's fighting for his life.
Fans of Megan Whalen Turner and Jennifer A. Nielsen will enjoy this story of political intrigue and betrayal.
Total Score: 5/5
Summary:
Received for an honest review.
Endomer and his twin brother Krollis are soon to have their fifteenth birthday when they will find out who will be the next king of their country Korin. Their parents decided when they were born to not tell anyone who was first born so they would grow up s equals. Krollis and Endomer couldn't be more different. Krollis is the adventurous one always ready for a fight and exploring anything new while Endomer was the scholar who kept his head in a book. Their world is about to be rocked when an old enemy the Vissens begin to threaten their country even as the princes learn their fate. Krollis is shown to be the next king until he disappears leaving his family behind. Things get worse when the Vissen's attack leaving Endomer alone and in charge. As a scholar, the country isn't sure if he is strong enough to lead in their time of need, but that just shows that all his studies may come in handy if he can keep them alive.
This was an incredible and intricate story that keeps the reader spellbound till the very end. Thinks go to the author for a wonderful book. It is my hope that this isn't the end of their story.
November 28, 2017
Krollis is everything a prince should be. Tall, handsome, athletically built, he is the epitome of a prince. Endomer however is small, bookish, and can barely hold a sword. But that is okay because Endomer doesn’t want to be king.
Endomer lives for books. He likes nothing more than to spend his days in the library surrounded by them. But Endomer has a problem, he is a prince. A prince who is almost 15. He and Krollis, his twin, were born almost 15 years ago and no one was told which boy was born first. He would find out on his 15th birthday. Find out if he would be able to stay in his library studying his beloved books, or if he was destined to rule one day. His birthday loomed over him like an ever present doom.
For years the Kingdom of Korin has been at peace. But with recent Vizzen sightings, war seems inevitable. Could more things go wrong at the same time? Probably.
This is where we find Endomer at the beginning of the “Prince of Korin”. I have thoroughly enjoyed how the author brought his character to life. The joy of his library, feeling of dread when thinking about his upcoming birthday, it was all very real. It was particularly enjoyable reading about him solving problems in a way only he could. Using what some would consider his weaknesses as a strength.
Designed for a Young Adult audience, “The Prince Of Korin” is eminently readable and very engaging. I do hope there are more books to come from Melody J. Bremen.
Reviewed for LnkToMi iRead in response to a complimentary copy of the novella provided by the author in hopes of an honest review.
Endomer lives for books. He likes nothing more than to spend his days in the library surrounded by them. But Endomer has a problem, he is a prince. A prince who is almost 15. He and Krollis, his twin, were born almost 15 years ago and no one was told which boy was born first. He would find out on his 15th birthday. Find out if he would be able to stay in his library studying his beloved books, or if he was destined to rule one day. His birthday loomed over him like an ever present doom.
For years the Kingdom of Korin has been at peace. But with recent Vizzen sightings, war seems inevitable. Could more things go wrong at the same time? Probably.
This is where we find Endomer at the beginning of the “Prince of Korin”. I have thoroughly enjoyed how the author brought his character to life. The joy of his library, feeling of dread when thinking about his upcoming birthday, it was all very real. It was particularly enjoyable reading about him solving problems in a way only he could. Using what some would consider his weaknesses as a strength.
Designed for a Young Adult audience, “The Prince Of Korin” is eminently readable and very engaging. I do hope there are more books to come from Melody J. Bremen.
Reviewed for LnkToMi iRead in response to a complimentary copy of the novella provided by the author in hopes of an honest review.
September 22, 2019
I wanted to love this book as it opened, describing a very conventional fantasy setting of a prince in a castle. It was all very familiar and easily envisioned, with an underdog hero I readily supported and identified with. However, a terrible simile was thrown in on the first page that pulled me out of the halcyon vision being constructed, as it fit neither tone nor in and of itself, logic. My mind went into edit mode: how might this have been modified to not break the mood for others? I ruminated for awhile, had a few ideas, and then told myself to move on with the tale, already. So I did--but that one simile did some damage, I must admit.
Typos and grammar errors popped up too often after that to let me give this book a high rating, which is too bad. On the levels of plot, characters, sense of rising tension, I found this to be a good novel for middle school kids, and for any older readers of fantasy who enjoy coming of age stories in which the protagonist is tested in the crucible of crisis. Prince Endomer is fifteen with his birthday approaching soon, He is small, dark, bookish, and reflective, while his twin brother Krollis is tall, blonde, strong, and brash. On their birthday it will finally be revealed which is older and therefore in line to the throne. Meanwhile, though, there is talk of ancient enemies, the vizzens, nonhuman monstrous beings, coming to attack the kingdom again, and someone in the royal court is a traitor working to destroy the twins' father and the safety of their country.
Typos and grammar errors popped up too often after that to let me give this book a high rating, which is too bad. On the levels of plot, characters, sense of rising tension, I found this to be a good novel for middle school kids, and for any older readers of fantasy who enjoy coming of age stories in which the protagonist is tested in the crucible of crisis. Prince Endomer is fifteen with his birthday approaching soon, He is small, dark, bookish, and reflective, while his twin brother Krollis is tall, blonde, strong, and brash. On their birthday it will finally be revealed which is older and therefore in line to the throne. Meanwhile, though, there is talk of ancient enemies, the vizzens, nonhuman monstrous beings, coming to attack the kingdom again, and someone in the royal court is a traitor working to destroy the twins' father and the safety of their country.
November 30, 2017
I was provided an Advanced Readers Copy in exchange of an honest review.
Fantasy is my favorite literary genre, so I was quite excited to have the opportunity to read an author's debut in the genre.
Melody J. Bremen's fantasy debut is more than just a coming of age, high-fantasy tale. This is the story of twin princes Krollis and Endomer and their fast approaching 15 birthday, which shall reveal which one of them shall one day sit in the throne of Korin, but the princes are as different from each other as night and day and share little in common besides their blood, regardless, thay have both promised to have the other's back, no matter which one of them is the heir and which the spare.
Unfortunately, fate has its own plans for bookish, wimpy prince Endomer. After a series of devastating personal loses and Betrayals, he must navigate the increasingly hostile environment at the palace all by himself. With a possible war with ancient enemies and a courtly treasons looming over his royal head, Prince Endomer embarks on a journey of self-discovery -not to mention self preservation- all the while, trying to look out for the well being of the realm as well as a 15 year old boy can. A riveting opening for what promises to be a fantastic series, The Prince of Korin is a perfect example of family friendly fantasy that reminds us of the importance of believing in our own capabilities, and how there is more than one definition of what it really means to be brave.
Fantasy is my favorite literary genre, so I was quite excited to have the opportunity to read an author's debut in the genre.
Melody J. Bremen's fantasy debut is more than just a coming of age, high-fantasy tale. This is the story of twin princes Krollis and Endomer and their fast approaching 15 birthday, which shall reveal which one of them shall one day sit in the throne of Korin, but the princes are as different from each other as night and day and share little in common besides their blood, regardless, thay have both promised to have the other's back, no matter which one of them is the heir and which the spare.
Unfortunately, fate has its own plans for bookish, wimpy prince Endomer. After a series of devastating personal loses and Betrayals, he must navigate the increasingly hostile environment at the palace all by himself. With a possible war with ancient enemies and a courtly treasons looming over his royal head, Prince Endomer embarks on a journey of self-discovery -not to mention self preservation- all the while, trying to look out for the well being of the realm as well as a 15 year old boy can. A riveting opening for what promises to be a fantastic series, The Prince of Korin is a perfect example of family friendly fantasy that reminds us of the importance of believing in our own capabilities, and how there is more than one definition of what it really means to be brave.
December 1, 2019
The Prince of Korin (The Kingdom of Korin #1) by Melody J. Bremen
5 out of 5 stars
The Prince of Korin is the first book in The Kingdom ok Korin series written by Melody J. Barren and she blew me out of the water with this great book and I can’t wait until I’m done writing this review to start book 2.
We meet Prince Endomer of Korin he is a week away from his fifteenth birthday when he will know if he will be the next king or his brother Krollis. They are total opposite He spends his days in the royal library, poring over old manuscripts, studying archaic languages and playing chess. He’s never been like Krollis, his fearless twin brother, who is an expert swordsman and hunts wild beasts in the forests.
When Krollis disappears its up to Endomer to save Korin with a
the fearsome old enemy of vizzens approaching Korin he must step up and save his people while his soldiers are dying, and his citizens are forced to flee. As he fights to gain the respect of the palace court, he discovers a threat coming from within the palace walls. There is no one he can trust.
Will Endomer find the traitor? Will he be able to save his people and lands, or will they perish? Can he win the war?
You will have to read this story to find out…. I highly recommend this story.
Tracy
@tracym
5 out of 5 stars
The Prince of Korin is the first book in The Kingdom ok Korin series written by Melody J. Barren and she blew me out of the water with this great book and I can’t wait until I’m done writing this review to start book 2.
We meet Prince Endomer of Korin he is a week away from his fifteenth birthday when he will know if he will be the next king or his brother Krollis. They are total opposite He spends his days in the royal library, poring over old manuscripts, studying archaic languages and playing chess. He’s never been like Krollis, his fearless twin brother, who is an expert swordsman and hunts wild beasts in the forests.
When Krollis disappears its up to Endomer to save Korin with a
the fearsome old enemy of vizzens approaching Korin he must step up and save his people while his soldiers are dying, and his citizens are forced to flee. As he fights to gain the respect of the palace court, he discovers a threat coming from within the palace walls. There is no one he can trust.
Will Endomer find the traitor? Will he be able to save his people and lands, or will they perish? Can he win the war?
You will have to read this story to find out…. I highly recommend this story.
Tracy
@tracym
December 2, 2017
I really enjoyed and even liked this work. Well, if it is anything like this then it is something that I always seem to enjoy myself.
Such as how Endomer was a rather good prince, although I did secretly hope that he will take this power. It just seemed way too easy to not let it go to his head and decide to rule in his head. As for his looking flaws, well that does contribute to having a lot but not enough to do this.
Well, but anyway this was satisfying. As Endomer is a very interesting prince and this work did get my attention since I managed to read this to this end without finding it really boring.
It’s just that I expected a little more from this work as it was, like more politics and a little darker than what I got. It just seemed too easy that he will not relish it, nor will he give it all up in one second.
As for Krollis, well he does seem like that. A coward who learns his lessons.
Overall this was a very satisfying work which managed to keep my attention for a very long time. Sadly, it just didn’t comepletely live up to my expectations.
Such as how Endomer was a rather good prince, although I did secretly hope that he will take this power. It just seemed way too easy to not let it go to his head and decide to rule in his head. As for his looking flaws, well that does contribute to having a lot but not enough to do this.
Well, but anyway this was satisfying. As Endomer is a very interesting prince and this work did get my attention since I managed to read this to this end without finding it really boring.
It’s just that I expected a little more from this work as it was, like more politics and a little darker than what I got. It just seemed too easy that he will not relish it, nor will he give it all up in one second.
As for Krollis, well he does seem like that. A coward who learns his lessons.
Overall this was a very satisfying work which managed to keep my attention for a very long time. Sadly, it just didn’t comepletely live up to my expectations.
November 19, 2017
I was given this book in exchange for a review*** I loved this book. It follows the story of Princes Endomer and Krollis as they come of "age". They are twins and, to make sure they were treated fairly and treated each other fairly growing up, it was never told which of the two were born first (as the eldest would be heir to the throne). But right after they are told, one disappears without a trace and tragedy strikes, their country being thrown into war. What can be done? Can a fifteen year old boy rule his people and save his country? Will they survive? I would recommend for any fans of fantasy and/or castle-themed sort of historical type stories and I am glad to have had the chance to read it.
February 14, 2024
This book is a middle grade/young adult "coming of age" fantasy. Prince Endomer has no talent for fighting, riding, or anything physically demanding, unlike his reckless twin brother. But he is good at learning languages and researching topics having to do with Korin. Their 15th birthday is coming up, when their parents will announce the secret of which brother is heir. No one knows but the parents. Neither son wants to be crown prince, and the twin runs away just before tragedy strikes leaving Endomer in control as a seemingly hopeless war breaks out.
Endomer gains confidence as he faces challenges and finds solutions. It's not very complicated or scary but more about a young man working through his self-doubt. Enjoyable enough, with some mild world-building. No sex or bad language.
Endomer gains confidence as he faces challenges and finds solutions. It's not very complicated or scary but more about a young man working through his self-doubt. Enjoyable enough, with some mild world-building. No sex or bad language.
November 23, 2019
Genre: young adult, low fantasy
Summary: The twin princes of Korin are about to turn fifteen and find out which one of them is heir to the throne. Krollis is a master swordsman and Endomer is a scholar. Can they work together to lead their kingdom against an ancient foe?
Review: An excellent coming of age novel. The climax does not feel too rushed and Endomer's growth makes sense. I would definitely recommend to fans of Feist and Eddings.
Summary: The twin princes of Korin are about to turn fifteen and find out which one of them is heir to the throne. Krollis is a master swordsman and Endomer is a scholar. Can they work together to lead their kingdom against an ancient foe?
Review: An excellent coming of age novel. The climax does not feel too rushed and Endomer's growth makes sense. I would definitely recommend to fans of Feist and Eddings.
March 15, 2018
I had trouble going to bed at night-- I wanted to stay up reading and my job would not let me take off so that I had time to finish this wonderful tale of 2 brothers one thrown and a whole heck of a lot of ugly looking evil bad guys! I enjoyed the story from start to finish and finding out that there is more than one way to be brave and smart! Enjoy the tale!
October 1, 2019
You really need proof readers that kNOW English
So many times you used incorrect words, it's obvious that English isn't your native language Melody, you need to go to school and study the English language of you want to sell books in English.
So many times you used incorrect words, it's obvious that English isn't your native language Melody, you need to go to school and study the English language of you want to sell books in English.
March 16, 2020
A fine story with interesting characters and plot. I did find it to be a bit predictable, but a good enjoyable read. I didn't rate it higher just because the story read a bit light. Perhaps perfect for a younger reader, but didn't offer enough complexity and weight for an adult who enjoys YA.
January 15, 2018
Wonderful read
A wonderful read. I truly enjoyed reading this story. The two princes made the story come alive as I read it. Great story!
A wonderful read. I truly enjoyed reading this story. The two princes made the story come alive as I read it. Great story!
September 27, 2019
It's a fair story of two teenage twin siblings and their dealing with their clashing personalities in their own special way.
October 24, 2019
I must say that the key to defending the realm against the Vizzens was not one I was expecting. A delightful, light hearted read.
January 14, 2020
Good read about a kingdom that is in the hands of a reluctant king. His brother is in hiding, his kingdom is under attack and the pressure is mounting for this untested new king. Likable characters.
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