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Magebreakers #3
The Dragon Machine
A missing girl leads the Magebreakers into a deadly race, with her life as the prize.
Thaless is still reeling from the actions of the assassin known as the Emperor’s Mask, and in the aftermath, believers in magical superiority have been greatly emboldened. When a goblin girl named Tinga Vreeg goes missing, it seems like a tragic consequence of the atmosphere of hostility and anger toward the non-magical. But when Tane and Kadka investigate, they find a much deeper mystery. Tinga isn’t the only one missing—and she might have been on the trail of something important herself.
Maybe something that can explain the impossible strength and speed of the killers trying to track her down. Or the silver fire burning in their eyes.
But one thing is if Tane and Kadka don’t find her first, someone is going to make sure that Tinga never tells anyone what she knows.
Thaless is still reeling from the actions of the assassin known as the Emperor’s Mask, and in the aftermath, believers in magical superiority have been greatly emboldened. When a goblin girl named Tinga Vreeg goes missing, it seems like a tragic consequence of the atmosphere of hostility and anger toward the non-magical. But when Tane and Kadka investigate, they find a much deeper mystery. Tinga isn’t the only one missing—and she might have been on the trail of something important herself.
Maybe something that can explain the impossible strength and speed of the killers trying to track her down. Or the silver fire burning in their eyes.
But one thing is if Tane and Kadka don’t find her first, someone is going to make sure that Tinga never tells anyone what she knows.
218 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 10, 2018
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Ben S. Dobson
9 books184 followersBen S. Dobson is Canadian writer who has achieved nothing of consequence. Many people like him anyway. This is inexplicable.
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When he isn't writing fantasy novels, he can be found enjoying many fine, geeky activities. These include playing Dungeons and Dragons, watching Studio Ghibli movies, and playing video games (as long as they have a good storyline and require little to no skill).
You can email him at bensdobson@bensdobson.com, or find him online at these places:
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June 20, 2022
This book was a let-down after the first two. In those, I loved the characters, the wit, the stories. The writing has always been straightforward and easy to read, which continues here and I do appreciate that. The world is also interesting, but it didn't feel as magically wonderful this time around, maybe because there wasn't as much world-building or maybe just because the story didn't grip me enough to care. There were some interesting plot developments toward the end, for which I'm glad I stuck this out.
The overall story wasn't as engaging as the first two books, neither was the wit between the characters, and this book introduced this new character who was way too on-the-nose supposed to be the copy-pasted "not-like-other-girls", strong, stubborn girl that's being used in every fantasy book these days. She was every YA female lead from the past 10 years. Predictable, unoriginal, and annoying. The characters were immediately fawning over her, impressed by her at every turn, and Tane instantly leaps to a comparison of her situation with his former one when he was younger, which is quiiiite a stretch and seemed illogical. From the beginning of the series I thought Dobson was doing well at straddling a line of social-justice statements by having a female lead who was physically stronger than the male, without shoving it too far down the reader's throat. This time, with Tinga, he shoved. So much for having some escapism in a book; no modern authors seem brave enough to just write good fictional stories without including in-your-face real-world social-justice issues. The Dragon Machine suffered for this narrative, not only in its inclusion but I got the impression that an actual interesting story took a backseat to pushing this narrative front and center.
Maybe this next gripe had been present in the other books, but I didn't notice it if so: This time, the characters were stopping in these dramatic scenes to have an aside about feelings and relationships, when it was completely impractical to do so. Those felt unnatural and shoe-horned in, in a way that broke the immersion. If the other books had these same scenes, the story had been good enough to distract me from the inappropriateness of them. This time, there was nothing to ease the jarringly bad timing of these talks.
This book was decent, and if I hadn't read the other two before it, or read any other modern fantasy, then my main issues may not have been so big to me. In the end, though, this was a disappointment.
The overall story wasn't as engaging as the first two books, neither was the wit between the characters, and this book introduced this new character who was way too on-the-nose supposed to be the copy-pasted "not-like-other-girls", strong, stubborn girl that's being used in every fantasy book these days. She was every YA female lead from the past 10 years. Predictable, unoriginal, and annoying. The characters were immediately fawning over her, impressed by her at every turn, and Tane instantly leaps to a comparison of her situation with his former one when he was younger, which is quiiiite a stretch and seemed illogical. From the beginning of the series I thought Dobson was doing well at straddling a line of social-justice statements by having a female lead who was physically stronger than the male, without shoving it too far down the reader's throat. This time, with Tinga, he shoved. So much for having some escapism in a book; no modern authors seem brave enough to just write good fictional stories without including in-your-face real-world social-justice issues. The Dragon Machine suffered for this narrative, not only in its inclusion but I got the impression that an actual interesting story took a backseat to pushing this narrative front and center.
Maybe this next gripe had been present in the other books, but I didn't notice it if so: This time, the characters were stopping in these dramatic scenes to have an aside about feelings and relationships, when it was completely impractical to do so. Those felt unnatural and shoe-horned in, in a way that broke the immersion. If the other books had these same scenes, the story had been good enough to distract me from the inappropriateness of them. This time, there was nothing to ease the jarringly bad timing of these talks.
This book was decent, and if I hadn't read the other two before it, or read any other modern fantasy, then my main issues may not have been so big to me. In the end, though, this was a disappointment.
June 22, 2020
The 3rd installment in a series that is decidedly light entertainment. Dobson is clearly explicitly trying to keep things simple, short, and streamlined. The good part is he doesn't deliver 600 page doorstops that go nowhere for 200 pages at a time. The bad part is that it forces him to create "mysteries" that are trivial & obvious.
Just like the previous book, the structure of this one is: mystery crime happens, protagonists almost immediately meet someone who is clearly & obviously the culprit, and they are even shown the murder weapon. Last time around Dobson made the mistake of having the protagonists not realise what was obvious to every reader. This time he corrects that mistake -- the protagonists immediately realise the mad scientist is likely involved somehow.
This book is essentially a filler in the series. The overarching plot about the Knights of the Emperor isn't advanced, there's some dumb drama between Tane & Ree, and uh....that's about it? A book that pauses on the overarching plot in order to do some character development could be the right move....but we don't even really get any character development here. This is the kind of book that fills a rainy afternoon for you but leaves no lasting impression.
I think that Dobson is consciously trying to write a series in an "old school style". Nowadays we expect every character to have a dramatic arc. But back in the day...Sherlock Holmes didn't have a dramatic arc. Miss Marple didn't have a dramatic arc. Batman & Superman don't really have dramatic arcs. They are archetypes that stumble through dozens (or hundreds) of adventures with no lasting impact. I feel like Dobson is harking back to that era a bit. If that's what you're craving, you'll probably continue on with the series. The first book was entertaining but I've been underwhelmed with the #2 & #3, so I'm doubtful that I'll pick up future books in the series.
Just like the previous book, the structure of this one is: mystery crime happens, protagonists almost immediately meet someone who is clearly & obviously the culprit, and they are even shown the murder weapon. Last time around Dobson made the mistake of having the protagonists not realise what was obvious to every reader. This time he corrects that mistake -- the protagonists immediately realise the mad scientist is likely involved somehow.
This book is essentially a filler in the series. The overarching plot about the Knights of the Emperor isn't advanced, there's some dumb drama between Tane & Ree, and uh....that's about it? A book that pauses on the overarching plot in order to do some character development could be the right move....but we don't even really get any character development here. This is the kind of book that fills a rainy afternoon for you but leaves no lasting impression.
I think that Dobson is consciously trying to write a series in an "old school style". Nowadays we expect every character to have a dramatic arc. But back in the day...Sherlock Holmes didn't have a dramatic arc. Miss Marple didn't have a dramatic arc. Batman & Superman don't really have dramatic arcs. They are archetypes that stumble through dozens (or hundreds) of adventures with no lasting impact. I feel like Dobson is harking back to that era a bit. If that's what you're craving, you'll probably continue on with the series. The first book was entertaining but I've been underwhelmed with the #2 & #3, so I'm doubtful that I'll pick up future books in the series.
November 13, 2018
I’m hoping in the long run this becomes a volume you can skip in the series, because it just isn’t as good as the previous two and actually might cause me to go back and re-rate them.
Not sure if the author lost continuity because all the sudden Tane is SHOCKED by racism. Yes, that was dealt with a great deal in the previous story and yet somehow the character reverted. Speaking of reverting, his relationship with Indree goes downhill for what amounts to “reasons,” and a shrug.
I guess it’s a big deal Iskar is *gasp* a real dragon! But we all kind of got that from the last book, so I have no idea why it’s built up so much and so dramatically. Nor why Indree is treated like any other blue cap by Silver Dawn, especially since she’s put her life on the line twice now for the cause.
As for Tinga and her girlfriend... I reread passages and I still can’t figure out why people reacted to her the way they did, nor what made her particularly special. She was like any teenager (and my reaction was the same to all teenagers, can’t we ship them to an island somewhere?) And it takes a page from the Nightside quite literally as the teen girl our hero saves is now his receptionist.
Moving on to Lefty Loadstone... let’s just say it’s not that complicated. Or interesting. Just another grumpy dwarf for the stereotype. And Bastian felt shoehorned in there.
I was really disappointed there wasn’t more dealing with Kadka’s past, but her boiler plate back story remains, and seriously, does everyone’s dad reject them in this universe if they’re not human? I’m going to stick with my personal imagination and keep thinking Kadka’s dad spent his life trying to get back to his orcish lady, and now desperately tries to find his daughter now that his more controlling family members are dead.
Anyway, Stoke does send a message at the end and I guess that’s set up for the next book, but frankly I might not pick it up. Shame on me for breaking my rule about starting unfinished series
Not sure if the author lost continuity because all the sudden Tane is SHOCKED by racism. Yes, that was dealt with a great deal in the previous story and yet somehow the character reverted. Speaking of reverting, his relationship with Indree goes downhill for what amounts to “reasons,” and a shrug.
I guess it’s a big deal Iskar is *gasp* a real dragon! But we all kind of got that from the last book, so I have no idea why it’s built up so much and so dramatically. Nor why Indree is treated like any other blue cap by Silver Dawn, especially since she’s put her life on the line twice now for the cause.
As for Tinga and her girlfriend... I reread passages and I still can’t figure out why people reacted to her the way they did, nor what made her particularly special. She was like any teenager (and my reaction was the same to all teenagers, can’t we ship them to an island somewhere?) And it takes a page from the Nightside quite literally as the teen girl our hero saves is now his receptionist.
Moving on to Lefty Loadstone... let’s just say it’s not that complicated. Or interesting. Just another grumpy dwarf for the stereotype. And Bastian felt shoehorned in there.
I was really disappointed there wasn’t more dealing with Kadka’s past, but her boiler plate back story remains, and seriously, does everyone’s dad reject them in this universe if they’re not human? I’m going to stick with my personal imagination and keep thinking Kadka’s dad spent his life trying to get back to his orcish lady, and now desperately tries to find his daughter now that his more controlling family members are dead.
Anyway, Stoke does send a message at the end and I guess that’s set up for the next book, but frankly I might not pick it up. Shame on me for breaking my rule about starting unfinished series
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October 17, 2024
I'm enjoying this series, though so far the first has been the best for my money. The city populated by multiple fantasy races, with an original magic system, makes an enjoyable setting, and the two detective partners have what, in a movie, would be described as "good on-screen chemistry". There's a strong noblebright tone of fighting against the privileged who consider that ordinary people don't matter, and although there are clearly plenty of corrupt villains around, there's also an adequate supply of heroes and people of good will (and maybe one or two who straddle the line).
The action is strong and well-paced, but not so constant as to leave no time for reflection. The two viewpoints are well distinguished, and once again the verve and zest for life of the half-orc character make it enjoyable to be in her viewpoint.
A few unfortunate typos initially kept it off the "Well-Edited" shelf (they seem to have all been fixed now), but it was generally OK as far as the copy editing went.
I'll definitely continue following this series (I've gone so far as to subscribe to the author's newsletter so as not to miss the next one).
The action is strong and well-paced, but not so constant as to leave no time for reflection. The two viewpoints are well distinguished, and once again the verve and zest for life of the half-orc character make it enjoyable to be in her viewpoint.
A few unfortunate typos initially kept it off the "Well-Edited" shelf (they seem to have all been fixed now), but it was generally OK as far as the copy editing went.
I'll definitely continue following this series (I've gone so far as to subscribe to the author's newsletter so as not to miss the next one).
November 16, 2019
This one felt a bit more like series filler, but it was enjoyable series filler. I liked that the plot raised more questions about the magic system—can’t wait to see how Tane puzzles out fixes to all the issues raised. :) I also really enjoyed Iskar’s whole backstory. Yeah, we knew that he really was dragon and not just another kobold, but I still like the details. Definitely another good addition to the series.
December 11, 2023
This is a quick, easy, enjoyable read. Non magical private investigators against magical problems. Interested characters and a mystery as well
January 24, 2024
The mystery was better in this one with cool world building. There were some ridiculous conversations thrown in at the most inopportune times that really took me out of what we're meant to be tense moments. Overall though this felt like a step up from the other books which got close to 4 stars for me.
December 31, 2024
I am enjoying this fantasy series. And who wouldn't love baby dragons?!?
March 23, 2025
I love this duo so much!
A thrilling mix of mystery, fantasy and steampunk as detectives Tane Carver and Kadka investigate a missing person case that leads to something much darker and sinister. They have to navigate powerful factions and dangerous secrets.
This installment deepens Tane and Kadka’s partnership, exploring their strengths and tough moral choices. We also explore the age old crime of the powerful praying on the weak and helpless.
This series delivers a great fantasy adventure in a very short format. Enjoyed every bit of it.
A thrilling mix of mystery, fantasy and steampunk as detectives Tane Carver and Kadka investigate a missing person case that leads to something much darker and sinister. They have to navigate powerful factions and dangerous secrets.
This installment deepens Tane and Kadka’s partnership, exploring their strengths and tough moral choices. We also explore the age old crime of the powerful praying on the weak and helpless.
This series delivers a great fantasy adventure in a very short format. Enjoyed every bit of it.
November 13, 2024
Hmmm. Well, this was an interesting story, definitely added a little more magic to the Magebreaker universe. That said, something felt off with this book and it never really got better. The result was the book's pacing feeling slow and a bit disjointed.
We have Tane chasing down a missing girl, that's also being hunted by amped-up magical thugs, another bounty hunter, mage technicians, and a host of other characters. All the plot pieces eventually fell into place, but by that point, i lost interest in the story. Took me a couple extra days to pick up my kindle to finish the story. This didn't happen with the previous two books, the writing was tighter, and the pacing felt right. I'm still want to see what happens next, and hopefully the next book will be better.
Also, this universe would be a fun open-world video game to get lost in.
We have Tane chasing down a missing girl, that's also being hunted by amped-up magical thugs, another bounty hunter, mage technicians, and a host of other characters. All the plot pieces eventually fell into place, but by that point, i lost interest in the story. Took me a couple extra days to pick up my kindle to finish the story. This didn't happen with the previous two books, the writing was tighter, and the pacing felt right. I'm still want to see what happens next, and hopefully the next book will be better.
Also, this universe would be a fun open-world video game to get lost in.
October 19, 2018
3.5 stars. I enjoyed it, but a few things kept it from being a full Goodreads "really liked it" 4:
One element was thematically too similar to what we just had in book 2.
It was a little bit too on the nose in the lesson on prejudice: Tane feels odd and somewhat resentful when he's treated the way he has to admit Kadka often is.
The climactic scene has a bittersweet conclusion, and
I like the new character introduced who will apparently be playing a role in future volumes, and the revelation and change re. Kadka's love interest, the Silver Dawn leader Iskar. It looks like Tane and Indree may also finally be clearing up some personal misunderstandings and moving forward, by the end.
As for editorial errors, it was pretty good. There are a couple awkward wordings: "circling the diameter" should be "around the circumference" (or "circling the equator"), and "clutch" is used to mean "grab" only a page or two after it referred to a brood of eggs. The other notable goof, unfortunately, is on the very last page, leaving the reader with a less-than-ideal impression: a sentence is confusingly duplicated, with one word changed; I suspect it was caused by an intended correction. If you make the fixes, and let me know, Mr. Dobson, I'll change this section of my review to acknowledge that attention to quality.
*UPDATE*: See my conversation with the author in Comments, below.
There will clearly be more adventures for the Magebreakers, since the Knights of the Emperor, and especially their dangerous leader, are still at large and stirring up worse unrest. I look forward to seeing what comes next.
One element was thematically too similar to what we just had in book 2.
It was a little bit too on the nose in the lesson on prejudice: Tane feels odd and somewhat resentful when he's treated the way he has to admit Kadka often is.
The climactic scene has a bittersweet conclusion, and
I like the new character introduced who will apparently be playing a role in future volumes, and the revelation and change re. Kadka's love interest, the Silver Dawn leader Iskar. It looks like Tane and Indree may also finally be clearing up some personal misunderstandings and moving forward, by the end.
As for editorial errors, it was pretty good. There are a couple awkward wordings: "circling the diameter" should be "around the circumference" (or "circling the equator"), and "clutch" is used to mean "grab" only a page or two after it referred to a brood of eggs. The other notable goof, unfortunately, is on the very last page, leaving the reader with a less-than-ideal impression: a sentence is confusingly duplicated, with one word changed; I suspect it was caused by an intended correction. If you make the fixes, and let me know, Mr. Dobson, I'll change this section of my review to acknowledge that attention to quality.
*UPDATE*: See my conversation with the author in Comments, below.
There will clearly be more adventures for the Magebreakers, since the Knights of the Emperor, and especially their dangerous leader, are still at large and stirring up worse unrest. I look forward to seeing what comes next.
October 20, 2018
Tane and Kadka get caught up in an evil plan when they start looking for a girl who has disappeared. Tane and Kadka also have several run ins with "Lodestone," another investigator...but who does he work for and why is he trying to find Tinga too. Intrigue Indree is pulling away from him and the university has changed their tune and now wants Tane to teach the new class of Magebreakers. Endo is back and sending chills down Tane's spine. Life is getting more and more complicated. How can Tane and Kadka find their HEAs with their love interests when their beloved town is now fighting opposing battles with Magic versus nonmagics? Great addition to this already excellent series.
April 21, 2019
A mad scientist and a dragon.
An excellent detective story set in a magical world filled with mythical creatures such as orcs, goblins, dwarves, ogren, elves and kobolds; also mages and mundanes. Tane Carver is the mundane, human, detective along with his partner, Kadka, a half orc. Neither of them has magic but Kadka has resolve and common sense while Tane has an analytical mind and who understands magical theory. They need all their strength and intelligence to save a young goblin woman who has gone missing, along with many other homeless beings. A really good series which will appeal to all ages of fantasy fans.
An excellent detective story set in a magical world filled with mythical creatures such as orcs, goblins, dwarves, ogren, elves and kobolds; also mages and mundanes. Tane Carver is the mundane, human, detective along with his partner, Kadka, a half orc. Neither of them has magic but Kadka has resolve and common sense while Tane has an analytical mind and who understands magical theory. They need all their strength and intelligence to save a young goblin woman who has gone missing, along with many other homeless beings. A really good series which will appeal to all ages of fantasy fans.
January 2, 2020
Excellent
Wonderful books. They are classics that remind me of Sherlock Holmes and particularly of Dorothy Sayers. Very well written with original story line that fresh and creative. Exciting from first page to the end. You don't want to put it down Characters with high style, often funny and wise that you can't help but love. These are some of the best books I've read. And I read over 200 a year, so that isn't said lightly. Mr Dobson you a now a new favorite author on a very short list. Thank you
Wonderful books. They are classics that remind me of Sherlock Holmes and particularly of Dorothy Sayers. Very well written with original story line that fresh and creative. Exciting from first page to the end. You don't want to put it down Characters with high style, often funny and wise that you can't help but love. These are some of the best books I've read. And I read over 200 a year, so that isn't said lightly. Mr Dobson you a now a new favorite author on a very short list. Thank you
July 1, 2020
Set soon after the events in The Emperor's Mask, tensions are high between the magical haves and have-nots.
Tane and Kadka are in the middle of things again, as they are asked to help look for a missing goblin girl.
There's a bit more going on in this one than with the previous two books. A few more baddies get in their way, and there is more personality coming through in the main and secondary characters.
Tane and Kadka are in the middle of things again, as they are asked to help look for a missing goblin girl.
There's a bit more going on in this one than with the previous two books. A few more baddies get in their way, and there is more personality coming through in the main and secondary characters.
June 12, 2023
Tane and Kadka have a lot on their hands when, in pursuit of a missing teen, they come across Thorpe, a manufacturer who's decided to steal people's magic for her own uses, all in the name of a good cause of course! When she stumbles across a sleeping dragon with a small clutch of eggs, she gets an even better idea and takes Tane, Kadka, and host of others to bring the madwoman down before she can kill again ...
While I'm being a slow poke about reading these books, I am enjoying them. Well worth the time!
While I'm being a slow poke about reading these books, I am enjoying them. Well worth the time!
September 26, 2024
DRAGONS ARE LONG GONE. EXCEPT FOR A UNIQUE UNDERGROUND LEADER
Tane and Kadka, the Magebreakers, have a new case. But their quarry is on a search also. Dobson ability to create a believable world with creatures from fairy is incredibly entertaining. The mystery is definitely pleasant reading and his characters will engage you from story to story.
Fast moving without jumps (I hate leaps in stories). Must read. Rapidly becoming some of my favorite heroes (that's pronounless).
Tane and Kadka, the Magebreakers, have a new case. But their quarry is on a search also. Dobson ability to create a believable world with creatures from fairy is incredibly entertaining. The mystery is definitely pleasant reading and his characters will engage you from story to story.
Fast moving without jumps (I hate leaps in stories). Must read. Rapidly becoming some of my favorite heroes (that's pronounless).
October 14, 2018
Spiced With Action
Tane and Kadka are just trying to find a missing girl. However, the case turns into much, much more. The scenes with the Dragon family are particularly poignant. The characters are well developed and have good chemistry. I like the action, humor, and light romance. Interesting new characters were introduced. Will we see the irrepressible Tinga in future books? I look forward to the next book.
Tane and Kadka are just trying to find a missing girl. However, the case turns into much, much more. The scenes with the Dragon family are particularly poignant. The characters are well developed and have good chemistry. I like the action, humor, and light romance. Interesting new characters were introduced. Will we see the irrepressible Tinga in future books? I look forward to the next book.
October 14, 2019
Enjoyed the continuation of this world. Really loving these characters and the storytelling itself. Love the Sherlock Holmes feel and the immense fantasy world. I feel like in this book some characters took some really interesting steps forward and it will be some big changes to the world around them. Also I'm seeing the pull to our big villain being pulled. It feels like a well written television series with your mystery of the week and that big bad just waiting around the corner.
April 6, 2024
Can I just say how much I am loving this series? It's so fun and exciting. It's been a good while since I've found myself as excited to continue a series as this one.
Each character is so well written and unique. No two are alike. There's some great funny moments, heartfelt conversations, and times where I had to step away for a moment to calm myself because I was on the edge of my seat. I've loved every second of it.
Each character is so well written and unique. No two are alike. There's some great funny moments, heartfelt conversations, and times where I had to step away for a moment to calm myself because I was on the edge of my seat. I've loved every second of it.
December 16, 2018
A fantastic high note in an unconventional series
Ben Dobson shows himself to be both imaginative and diabolical in his third Magebreakers book. The characters and their flaws all read very honestly in a fantasy realm that mirrors them. Another page turner, the stakes are greater and the setup for further growth of the series.
Ben Dobson shows himself to be both imaginative and diabolical in his third Magebreakers book. The characters and their flaws all read very honestly in a fantasy realm that mirrors them. Another page turner, the stakes are greater and the setup for further growth of the series.
May 31, 2019
A fun read with interesting characters, gets undermined by tendency for character development conversations to happen in the middle on time sensitive situations. This makes suspension of disbelief an issue as the characters should be failing (or dying) every time they have such poorly timed character development drama.
November 11, 2022
3,5 stars, and would be actual 4 if it was more exciting - as it is it's too mild mannered and slightly too predictable for my taste, I know that partners will argue, they will think of each other and worry, etc. I happens in every book like this, but the problem for me is that pacing and the way it's written lets me think about all those things
January 3, 2023
This is book 3 for the Magebreakers series and a decent little read. The first two in the series were stronger with this feeling like a filler adventure. This however is a nice little D&D Eberron style setting with mystery of a missing girl, powerful people, and an ancient secret. I have books 4 and 5 and will dive into those.
October 14, 2023
So entertaining
I have absolutely loved this series and keep recommending it to people. The characters are so human and relatable. I love that it's not a traditional romance. The fact that the two misfits have become a family is one of the best parts. Kadka is a wonderful strong character. And the way they both use theirs strengths to help each other is amazing to read.
I have absolutely loved this series and keep recommending it to people. The characters are so human and relatable. I love that it's not a traditional romance. The fact that the two misfits have become a family is one of the best parts. Kadka is a wonderful strong character. And the way they both use theirs strengths to help each other is amazing to read.
November 14, 2023
Magical fantasy
Tane and Kadka have been hired to find a runaway girl, but her parents say she's been missing for several weeks. Their investigation leads them to the powerful Thorpe industries and has them crossing paths with another investigator. The magical and non magical are at odds throughout the country. More people are missing. They must find the connection.
Tane and Kadka have been hired to find a runaway girl, but her parents say she's been missing for several weeks. Their investigation leads them to the powerful Thorpe industries and has them crossing paths with another investigator. The magical and non magical are at odds throughout the country. More people are missing. They must find the connection.
October 28, 2018
Extremely enjoyable as always.
So I almost never read stories that are under 300 pages, They just last long enough to keep my attention. The Magebreakers series is an exception. These books are clever, well written, and decidedly entertaining. You should read all of them.
So I almost never read stories that are under 300 pages, They just last long enough to keep my attention. The Magebreakers series is an exception. These books are clever, well written, and decidedly entertaining. You should read all of them.
March 18, 2021
On a roll!
Third book, and I'm still hooked on the Magebreakers! The big story keeps going, with a new mystery, and a case. If you've liked the first two, pick this up, it's great! Can't wait to read more, time to snag the fourth book!
Third book, and I'm still hooked on the Magebreakers! The big story keeps going, with a new mystery, and a case. If you've liked the first two, pick this up, it's great! Can't wait to read more, time to snag the fourth book!
August 23, 2023
4.5/5 (rounded up). I really enjoyed the third book in this series. The characters are really fleshing out with their distinct personalities, the stakes of the story are getting higher, and I'm excited to get on to book 4!
October 13, 2019
A fun adventure
It's not high drama but it is a fun, suspenseful adventure in an entertaining fantasy world. Good for light reading.
It's not high drama but it is a fun, suspenseful adventure in an entertaining fantasy world. Good for light reading.
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