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Gaeamundi: Book 1 of The Wielders Series
Alvina Vaugh lives for Adventure. As long as that adventure stays on the pages of her books. That is, until the clock strikes midnight on her twenty-fifth birthday and a strange email promises to make all of her daydreams a reality. Alvina is pulled into a magical world hidden within her own where she discovers the person she truly is, and finally finds the place she belongs. However, when a powerful Wielder goes missing, Alvina must decide whether she is the shy, introverted girl of her past or the extraordinary woman she is growing to be. Can she survive the danger and heartache she must face in order to save the missing Wielder--and possibly the world? Or will her newfound magic destroy her? Gaeamundi- Book 1 of the Wielders Series is the exciting first installment of this new adult Urban Fantasy Trilogy. If you love magic, fantastic new worlds, fresh perspectives on your favorite magical beast and creatures, magical elements flawless woven into everyday life, and a story with twists and turns then you will love J.S. Larmore's magical adventure!! Buy Gaeamundi- Book 1 of The Wielders Series today and discover the magic within!
- GenresFantasy
259 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 15, 2019
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About the author
J.S. Larmore
10 books13 followersJ.S Larmore lives in Oklahoma, U.S.A with her husband and two daughters. She is a full-time writer and stay at home mother.
J.S. Larmore loves reading, writing, and crafting of all kinds, especially crochet. She is also more than a little obsessed with the Potterverse and loves all things Sherlock Holmes.
Her goal as a writer is to share her crazy imagination with the world and find the people who appreciate it!
J.S. Larmore loves reading, writing, and crafting of all kinds, especially crochet. She is also more than a little obsessed with the Potterverse and loves all things Sherlock Holmes.
Her goal as a writer is to share her crazy imagination with the world and find the people who appreciate it!
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February 10, 2020
A deep and magical world
This is the story of a young lady Alvina who learns she has amazing magical ability, the only trouble is she needs to learn to use it. I really enjoyed this story and after a fairly slow start it really drew me in. I found I liked the characters and the secret world in which it’s set. It built all the way to an exciting ending where I found myself trying to figure out what was happening and then having to find out quickly if I was right.
The writing style is sophisticated, and the character and world building are strong. I will be purchasing book 2 without question and can’t wait to find out what J.S Larmore does with the wonderful and deep world she has set up so beautifully.
This is the story of a young lady Alvina who learns she has amazing magical ability, the only trouble is she needs to learn to use it. I really enjoyed this story and after a fairly slow start it really drew me in. I found I liked the characters and the secret world in which it’s set. It built all the way to an exciting ending where I found myself trying to figure out what was happening and then having to find out quickly if I was right.
The writing style is sophisticated, and the character and world building are strong. I will be purchasing book 2 without question and can’t wait to find out what J.S Larmore does with the wonderful and deep world she has set up so beautifully.
August 4, 2019
Gaeamundi: Book 1 of the Wielding Series is about people who have special powers. They seem ordinary to us but they have special gifts. Alvina Vaughn discovers in this story that she possesses some of these gifts. She is invited to learn to develop her gifts and assigned a mentor and an opportunity for advancement. The story is about her adventures in learning to use her skills and her discovery about who are friends and who are enemies. This offer opens the world of magic and gifts to her as she learns about her gifts.
I enjoyed this story. The characters are likeable and well developed. There are plot twists and villians. Everything you could want in a well developed story. I give it four out of five stars and I am looking forward to the next one.
I enjoyed this story. The characters are likeable and well developed. There are plot twists and villians. Everything you could want in a well developed story. I give it four out of five stars and I am looking forward to the next one.
February 15, 2020
A magical must read
I loved every minute of this fantasy book by J.S Larmore. Alvina is a shy character who prefers to stay at home reading, but her life quickly changes when she discovers her magical powers and she is pushed into the spotlight of the magic community. The author has created a truly magical novel with imaginative descriptions of other worlds and creatures. The characters are well developed and believable. The story unfolds with plot twists that will leave you wanting more.
The book finishes with an opening enticing you to buy the second in the series – I look forward to reading more about Alvina and her story. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an entertaining read.
I loved every minute of this fantasy book by J.S Larmore. Alvina is a shy character who prefers to stay at home reading, but her life quickly changes when she discovers her magical powers and she is pushed into the spotlight of the magic community. The author has created a truly magical novel with imaginative descriptions of other worlds and creatures. The characters are well developed and believable. The story unfolds with plot twists that will leave you wanting more.
The book finishes with an opening enticing you to buy the second in the series – I look forward to reading more about Alvina and her story. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an entertaining read.
August 20, 2021
I could not put this one down! From the first page, I felt like I was there with the main character. I felt the things she felt and saw what she saw. J.S. Larmore has a fantastic narrative voice and left me wanting more.
Easton was definitely my favorite character. But all of the characters were amazing. I loved the development of each one, and nothing felt rushed or forced.
Truly - this is an awesome read. You need to stop readi my review and go buy it! Right now! Do it!
Easton was definitely my favorite character. But all of the characters were amazing. I loved the development of each one, and nothing felt rushed or forced.
Truly - this is an awesome read. You need to stop readi my review and go buy it! Right now! Do it!
March 27, 2020
Who knew magic was real?
When a member of the magical Cadre is kidnapped, students try to save him. I really enjoyed this. It's a real world book with just enough of the magical world to make it different. It keeps you engaged from the beginning. I would say this book would appeal to those who enjoy both the paranormal and mystery.
When a member of the magical Cadre is kidnapped, students try to save him. I really enjoyed this. It's a real world book with just enough of the magical world to make it different. It keeps you engaged from the beginning. I would say this book would appeal to those who enjoy both the paranormal and mystery.
August 7, 2021
Fascinating!
Excellent, well thought out characters with a story that instantly pulls you into their world. Very difficult to put down!!
Very grateful to J.S.Larmore for her complimentary copy of “ Gaeamundi:Book 1 of The Wielding Series” via Voracious Reader’s Only
Looking forward to the rest of the books in the series.
Excellent, well thought out characters with a story that instantly pulls you into their world. Very difficult to put down!!
Very grateful to J.S.Larmore for her complimentary copy of “ Gaeamundi:Book 1 of The Wielding Series” via Voracious Reader’s Only
Looking forward to the rest of the books in the series.
August 18, 2021
This was a good read. One thing I liked about it was how I went from curious to really into it. There were a few things that personally I couldn’t quite relate to so those did throw me off a bit m. But good job!
August 23, 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Very well written, very well developed characters. I used to read all the time, but life got busy, and I just didn't have/take the time for it. However, this book renewed that passion, once I got started I had trouble stopping, cause I kept wanting to know where it was going, or what was going to happen. It kept me very engaged, and intrigued. I will admit there are a few typographical errors in the book, but they are easily over looked.
March 25, 2019
I enjoyed this book very much. It will be interesting to see how this story unfolds. Impatientally waiting for the next book to come out.
February 4, 2020
This book was great fun, suspenseful, with well-developed characters. Wonderful climax and great set-up for the inevitable sequel.
June 28, 2023
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Alvina has longed for the fantasy worlds between pages her entire life, but when she is told she has powers and must go to a special school or have her powers bound once more she can't believe it. On the night of her 25th birthday she goes out drinking with her best friend and they meet up with two guys. One of which is her friend's boyfriend while the other is his buddy from work. Or is he. After starting her new life at the school she sees more than one familiar face, but when the man who introduced her to this magical society goes missing Alvina decides to use her powers to save him with the help of her mentor, friend, and new boyfriend. Can they save this powerful man?
I received a copy of this eBook from the author in exchange for an honest review. This book has all of my favorite components: adventure, magic, main character who loves to read, a dash of romance, and new worlds. I have no complaints about this book, although personally I don't think her boyfriend was ever right for her.
The world building is great, it is written in a way that it would seem plausible, and the characters are relatable. I enjoyed it from start to finish and would happily read the next in this series if requested.
While I know those without powers aren't really allowed in the magical world I hope that her long-time friend plays a bigger part as the books go on. I think it would be good for Alvina to still maintain that link to who she was before her powers. Her powers themselves were exciting and elemental. Not just one, either, although I'll let you find more about that within the pages.
In this book Alvina discovers her powers, learns the basics of handling them, discovers love, and makes some friends. Along the way she loses a powerful wielder and something much more important to her. No complaints on that front, although it did hurt her it was for the better. The book ends where you can tell there will be much more to the story to come, although there are no hanging threads from this one's main purpose.
Alvina has longed for the fantasy worlds between pages her entire life, but when she is told she has powers and must go to a special school or have her powers bound once more she can't believe it. On the night of her 25th birthday she goes out drinking with her best friend and they meet up with two guys. One of which is her friend's boyfriend while the other is his buddy from work. Or is he. After starting her new life at the school she sees more than one familiar face, but when the man who introduced her to this magical society goes missing Alvina decides to use her powers to save him with the help of her mentor, friend, and new boyfriend. Can they save this powerful man?
I received a copy of this eBook from the author in exchange for an honest review. This book has all of my favorite components: adventure, magic, main character who loves to read, a dash of romance, and new worlds. I have no complaints about this book, although personally I don't think her boyfriend was ever right for her.
The world building is great, it is written in a way that it would seem plausible, and the characters are relatable. I enjoyed it from start to finish and would happily read the next in this series if requested.
While I know those without powers aren't really allowed in the magical world I hope that her long-time friend plays a bigger part as the books go on. I think it would be good for Alvina to still maintain that link to who she was before her powers. Her powers themselves were exciting and elemental. Not just one, either, although I'll let you find more about that within the pages.
In this book Alvina discovers her powers, learns the basics of handling them, discovers love, and makes some friends. Along the way she loses a powerful wielder and something much more important to her. No complaints on that front, although it did hurt her it was for the better. The book ends where you can tell there will be much more to the story to come, although there are no hanging threads from this one's main purpose.
June 9, 2020
Enter a world full of magic and mystery that will keep you up reading late into the night as you navigate this fabulous book. Looking forward to reading a lot more from J.S. Larmore.
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