Shaper's Daughter

World Whisperer #3

by Rachel Devenish Ford

In the third book of the World Whisperer series, Isika must face her deepest fears and emerge with her true identity intact.Isika is growing into her life in the Royal city of Azariyah. Her pottery apprenticeship is going well and her friendship with Jabari is blossoming. She loves her life with her family and longs to be a normal Maweel girl, something that isn’t possible with the Desert King in pursuit of her life. Evil forces want Isika captured or dead, and the threat of the Great Waste grows stronger daily. Why is the Desert King approaching Azariyah and why is he trying to burn Maween to the ground?As fires erupt all around Azariyah, the loyalty of the Maweel toward their World Whisperer is tested. Rumors follow Isika as she fights fire and suspicion to protect the city she loves and earn the trust of her people, ultimately standing before an evil so great, it will take everything within her to withstand and defeat it.

Genres: Fantasy

320 pages, Paperback

Published November 1, 2017

About the author

Rachel Devenish Ford is the wife of one Superstar Husband and the mother of five incredible children. Originally from British Columbia, Canada, she spent six years working with street youth in California before moving to India to help start a meditation center in the Christian tradition. She can be found eating street food or smelling flowers in many cities in Asia. She currently lives in Northern Thailand, inhaling books, morning air, and seasonal fruit.

Reviews

[Celia · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars - I am a little less engaged with this story as the stakes get higher and it becomes more about the ultimate showdown that I presume this series is edging towards. I like the peaceful bits where Isika is thinking about how much she enjoys throwing pots! But I do still love the fantasy world that Devenish Ford has created and am going to continue the series.

[Christina Morley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shaper's Daughter is the third book in the World Whisperer series by Rachel Devenish Ford. Isika has a relatively peaceful time as an apprentice, but it's not long before she faces her greatest battle yet. She needs the support of her friends and family to help her resist the poison of the Desert King. Her identity is soon shaken and she's close to giving in to the Desert King's wishes. Themes in this story include character, hope, and trust. The third book concludes with a budding romance and a few loose ends. It looks like there will be more novels in the series.

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[Candy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great series

I gave this a 4 only because of one issue I have. It was very frustrating how much everyone kept things so secret, and also how embarrassed they would get when the simplest things were said. I just found this so stupid. So much of the really good story was wasted because the characters didn't talk to one another. Smh

[Tobi Walker · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish I could give rating s in half star increments..

I really would give this a 4.5. Enjoyed seeing the characters continue to grow.. up and into their abilities. Quick read, ready for the next chapter.

[Pamela Love · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it!

This one wasn’t as in depth a feel as the first 2 books, it felt perhaps more rushed or slow; hard to explain. It was still a fantastic read and I enjoy the characters and the storyline. If you enjoy David Eddings’s Belgariad series, you’ll love this series!

[Ruth · Rating 5 out of 5]

A delightful YA fantasy.

[Denise Ballentine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great young adult series. Can't wait for the next one!

[Leola Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

Good series. Quick paced, captivating story line, well written and easy to read! First book is free, and the second and third are worth buying.

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

All man!! I’m finished and now I’m sad because I want more. This book is never boring or drags. It’s amazing to be in the adventures of this family. Great book. Need book 4

[Debbie Tremel · Rating 5 out of 5]

A step up

I enjoyed the first books in the series, but felt this one was even better. There was more depth to the story and the character's journeys more intricate. On to book four!

[Merle Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shaper's Daughter

This was an amazing story. I enjoyed
this book as the best so far and I've enjoyed the series so far.

[Venessa Callaghan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read

I read the first book in the series and I was hooked.
This one is as good as the first 2. The story is enchanting.
I highly recommend this series

[Joyce Whitley]

Great story. Continuing into Book 4

[Sara · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm enjoying this less as the series continues. The characters and plot are repeating rather than growing, and random new magic keeps popping up unrealistically. Still, I kind of enjoyed it.

[Neil · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the third book in the World Whisperer series and having the read the previous two and loved them I was eagerly looking forward to the third instalment "Shaper's Daughter" and it did not disappoint. This is a thrilling read and a real page-turner as Isika awaits the oncoming Desert King and his army with fear and trepidation - highly recommended.

[Megan Thom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can't stop reading!

The mythical creatures are 3 dimensional characters, not just pretty scenery.
The friendships are authentic with intimate, funny, and scary moments.
The themes are ones every human who has ever lived has grappled with..fear of failing, despair, hidden shame, beauty in the middle of bleak reality.
Worth every minute it takes to read