The Spark Of Divinity

The Monster of Selkirk #5

by C.E. Clayton

Tallis is now the secret weapon in Lady Zofia's attempts to claim the Arcadian throne. But as the players vying for the crown are revealed, victory is far from assured. Marcelina's rescue becomes the key to unlocking the army Tallis so desperately needs. But with Tomas and Colben sent on a mission without Tallis, Rosslyn, or Adelaide, things get more complicated--and bloodier--awakening something in Tallis she's not certain she can cage ever again.
With the elves god-like trees falling ill and driven to madness under mysterious circumstances, Tallis suspects she and Colben may not be as unique as she originally thought. As Tallis races to uphold her end of Lady Zofia's bargain and confront Lord Bogdan, the presence of pirates from Andor and a familiar face from Theda put all their lives in jeopardy.
Tallis and her friends soon discover that Tallis isn't the only one capable of enacting a catastrophic prophecy, and if Tallis doesn't return to Selkirk soon it may be lost forever.

Genres: Fantasy

ebook

Published January 1, 2019

About the author

C. E. Clayton is the author of young adult fantasy series, “The Monster of Selkirk”, the creator of the award winning cyberpunk Eerden Novels, and her horror short stories have appeared in anthologies across the country. By signing up for her newsletter, you'll immediately get a free novella set in the Eerden universe! She'd also be thrilled if you followed her on Instagram and liked her bookish and pet photos, and Amazon where you can get updates on her new releases. When she’s not writing you can find her treating her fur-babies like humans, constantly drinking tea, and trying to convince her husband to go to more concerts. And reading. She does read quite a bit.

Reviews

[Paige · Rating 5 out of 5]

Disclaimer: I received this book from the author. Thanks! All opinions are my own.

Book: The Spark of Divinity

Author: CE Clayton

Book Series: The Monster of Selkirk Book 5

Rating: 5/5

Diversity: POC side characters!

Publication Date: January 1, 2019

Genre: YA Fantasy

Recommended Age: 15+ (violence, gore)

Publisher: DevilDog Press

Pages: 289

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Synopsis: Tallis is now the secret weapon in Lady Zofia's attempts to claim the Arcadian throne. But as the players vying for the crown are revealed, victory is far from assured. Marcelina's rescue becomes the key to unlocking the army Tallis so desperately needs. But with Tomas and Colben sent on a mission without Tallis, Rosslyn, or Adelaide, things get more complicated--and bloodier--awakening something in Tallis she's not certain she can cage ever again. With the elves god-like trees falling ill and driven to madness under mysterious circumstances, Tallis suspects she and Colben may not be as unique as she originally thought. As Tallis races to uphold her end of Lady Zofia's bargain and confront Lord Bogdan, the presence of pirates from Andor and a familiar face from Theda put all their lives in jeopardy. Tallis and her friends soon discover that Tallis isn't the only one capable of enacting a catastrophic prophecy, and if Tallis doesn't return to Selkirk soon it may be lost forever.

Review: I really loved this book! The character development was amazing and well developed. The writing is fantastic as ever and it amazes me because this is the book before the last book of the series and usually those books drag, but this one had a ton of action to keep me intrigued while tying up the loose ends from book 4 and setting the stage for the final one. The world building is also well developed and the detail of these books rival that of popular high fantasy novels that I read. It’s definitely a book series I recommend!

I really didn’t have anything “negative” about the book. A couple of the spots were a bit slower than I like and sometimes I got lost in the fight scenes, but those are all personal preference or issues.

Verdict: Highly recommend!

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read! Book 5 continues in the country Arcadia, and as with her previous books, Clayton's world-building and story-telling ability stand out. The Arcadians use the "Hanner Pobl" for their political maneuverings as the crew (Tallis, Tomas, Rosslyn, and Colben) works to secure the forces they need to return to Selkirk. While this is kind of an "in between" book, with troubles playing out from book 4 and an awesome set up for the final MOS book (exciting!), there is tons of action and story to keep you invested throughout. I also feel like Tallis, Tomas, and Rosslyn continue to mature over the course of this book, which adds to the overall development of the series. What it comes down to is this- book 5 has everything: elves, pirates, harrowing rescues, love, madness, heartbreak, and actions scenes that are (literally) kick-ass! On to book 6!!

[Mikayla Elliot · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where do I even begin? I’m such a fan of C. E. Clayton’s works at this point, it’s hard to not gush about Book V, The Spark of Divinity, in The Monster of Selkirk series! Enthralled, enamored, so Much Action! It is a swift ride with so many elements moving within I’m honestly floored. If I can produce something even Half as good as what Clayton has given in this series, I could die a happy writer! There is love and loss, scores old and new to be settled, and in interesting turn that is unexpected. I love how the characters each have their different levels of understanding, individual roles, yet each knows they need one another without a doubt. It’s a bond of love and family beyond that of blood ties, all while incorporating political games that painfully believable. Excellent transition of chapters, and just the right amount of happiness to keep the reader readily engaged.

Book VI, here I come!