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The Lost Queen : Mercury's Heir
I've always known something was wrong with me. From the dreams, the nightmares, the headaches... But what I didn't know, was what I was destined to become. And I have no idea which is not knowing who I am or discovering the power that flows through my veins.
286 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 30, 2019
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Delizhia Jenkins
32 books27 followersDelizhia Jenkins is an Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance author who currently resides in Inglewood, CA. The love for writing began in elementary school when the passion for storytelling developed into a journey of writing. Over the years, she honed her craft for storytelling and the written word by excelling in subjects such English and English Literature; and by indulging in her favorite past time which involved reading the works of Anne Rice, K'Wan, Christopher Pike, Carl Weber, Omar Tyree and finally the late L.A. Banks. J.R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood also claimed her heart and author Karen Marie Moning joined the ranks of Miss Jenkins' all time favorite authors.
Miss Jenkins began publishing in 2013 with her first African American romance novel, Love at Last. After that, it was realized that her true magic rested in her writing about the ancient, the esoteric, and the supernatural. Moreover, since 2014, after her release of Nubia Rising: The Awakening, Miss Jenkins remained true to herself and her calling. And of course, being a true romantic at heart, it was important for her to fuse romance with the paranormal with a dash of "color." Miss Jenkins prides herself on writing for "the woman without the fairytale" and of course bringing magic and melanin to each book she writes.
Miss Jenkins began publishing in 2013 with her first African American romance novel, Love at Last. After that, it was realized that her true magic rested in her writing about the ancient, the esoteric, and the supernatural. Moreover, since 2014, after her release of Nubia Rising: The Awakening, Miss Jenkins remained true to herself and her calling. And of course, being a true romantic at heart, it was important for her to fuse romance with the paranormal with a dash of "color." Miss Jenkins prides herself on writing for "the woman without the fairytale" and of course bringing magic and melanin to each book she writes.
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August 10, 2019
The Lost Queen
I'm disappointed but not in this book; the story was good. I'm disappointed because I want more and book 2 isn't out yet. I loved the suspense and all of the fantasy elements. This was an interesting, fast-paced, didn't-last-long-enough kind of book. So, I will say it again: I WANT MORE!
I'm disappointed but not in this book; the story was good. I'm disappointed because I want more and book 2 isn't out yet. I loved the suspense and all of the fantasy elements. This was an interesting, fast-paced, didn't-last-long-enough kind of book. So, I will say it again: I WANT MORE!
May 27, 2019
Once again I was totally blown away by Ms. Jenkins’ newest upcoming novel, "The Lost Queen" :D This latest release is an amazing stand-alone & a great example of the contemporary PNR genre called ‘Magical Realism’ in fantasy! This grabbed me from the start, held on tight & kept me glued to my seat as it took me on a wild roller-coaster ride with fantastic surprise twists & turns!
I don’t know how this author manages to come up with a fresh, unique storyline every time! Great attention to detail, witty dialogue and well-defined characters, both villains and secondary. Besides all the action-packed drama & suspense, there’s some romance, too, and best of all, IMHO, is the Heroine- a wonderful single-mother who fights like a mama bear to protect her only child! ... Then I was kept guessing who the hero would end up being, so I know that readers will be engaged & turning pages non-stop like I did! ... Even tho I volunteered to beta read this in advance, these are my true feelings without any outside influences, plus I have also preordered my own copy to keep. So yes, I can honestly recommend this must read to adult fans of fiction. Now I can’t wait for more, but I will for this amazing author!
I don’t know how this author manages to come up with a fresh, unique storyline every time! Great attention to detail, witty dialogue and well-defined characters, both villains and secondary. Besides all the action-packed drama & suspense, there’s some romance, too, and best of all, IMHO, is the Heroine- a wonderful single-mother who fights like a mama bear to protect her only child! ... Then I was kept guessing who the hero would end up being, so I know that readers will be engaged & turning pages non-stop like I did! ... Even tho I volunteered to beta read this in advance, these are my true feelings without any outside influences, plus I have also preordered my own copy to keep. So yes, I can honestly recommend this must read to adult fans of fiction. Now I can’t wait for more, but I will for this amazing author!
August 26, 2019
OMG a must read
I thoroughly enjoyed the world created by this author, great reading no sex needed , my only regret is that I waited so long to sit down and enjoy reading it, I look forward to the next installment 🙌
I thoroughly enjoyed the world created by this author, great reading no sex needed , my only regret is that I waited so long to sit down and enjoy reading it, I look forward to the next installment 🙌
July 9, 2019
This book deserves to be a movie.
This book, more than most I’ve read, reads like it’s already a screenplay. The scenes are vivid and detailed enough to so very easily visualize. The main character is well fleshed and is written so you feel her in no uncertain terms. The child is always an undercurrent that you care about as much as the mother.
The twists and turns are unexpected and slick. I’ve read everything this writer has published and have seen a steady increase in her ability to get a story told inside the head of the reader. I gave this fine story 4 stars because I’ve seen that it only gets better from here and the ratings need some room. As a follower of Ms Jenkins, I’ve seen what’s in the pipeline, and it’s gonna be one heck of a ride.
This book, more than most I’ve read, reads like it’s already a screenplay. The scenes are vivid and detailed enough to so very easily visualize. The main character is well fleshed and is written so you feel her in no uncertain terms. The child is always an undercurrent that you care about as much as the mother.
The twists and turns are unexpected and slick. I’ve read everything this writer has published and have seen a steady increase in her ability to get a story told inside the head of the reader. I gave this fine story 4 stars because I’ve seen that it only gets better from here and the ratings need some room. As a follower of Ms Jenkins, I’ve seen what’s in the pipeline, and it’s gonna be one heck of a ride.
March 29, 2020
When I had the opportunity to request of the author, a recommendation of one of her books, for a first time reader of her work, she suggested The Lost Queen. She said it was her. I took this mean her pride and joy—that as an author, this title captured something special about her, or some aspect of her life.
So, with that, I was introduced to urban fantasy for the very first time; and I have to say, The Lost Queen is, good. As a matter of fact, testament of me connecting with the story and genre came by way of me having said aloud at one point while reading it, “If this woman complains about her life as a single mom one more time…” Of course, I would come to understand that being inside the heads of characters and then talking about themselves is a reflection of them knowing themselves. People do this in real life, too—sometimes, I guess. As a result, the characters in The Lost Queen convey the author’s confidence, as a writer. This in turn contributes to a title being worthy investment, and indeed special.
The Lost Queen is told from multiple POVs, all first person—which given how it is executed, allows a reader to identify with either all the characters or the one they like most.
This leads to the work itself, to which while the premise is classically sound and follows a traditional storytelling structure—which is well executed by the way—The Lost Queen is with flaws. One that is so major (or was, perhaps?) that even though I had moved on from it, I just had to follow up the author to at least let her know.
Aside from what I believe to be conversion issues with Kindle, some inherent issues include the bewildering usage of the en dash (for hyphenation) and em dash (for break in thought). Admittedly, it took me a long time to grasp the differences between these punctuation marks myself. I was also confused about the singular (Warman) and plural (Warmen) at times, as sometimes the later was used as the singular? Grammar aside, the story itself flowed nicely, but the final chapter ruined it with the suggestion of intimacy between the central protagonists (Erick and Destiny).
“Things to come later” was unnecessary, in my opinion. Erick and Destiny's coupling—which is to happen in the imagination of the reader—is already anticipated by the attraction, motivation and flirtation of and between them, since they first met. It is actually cool that the entire story goes without them hooking up, so it was somewhat anti-climatic for the 40th and last chapter to suggest they would do so. It felt contrived and unnecessary at that point, especially as the set up for the story’s next installment doesn’t leave them with a “happily ever after”. Destiny’s expectation of hooking up with Erick could have been suggested or expressed differently or not at all, in my opinion.
Even so, my enjoyment of this story (book) lends itself to me having an appreciation of those near imperfect works that are consistent and coherent enough to convey the premise, the idea. Such works not only effectively tell the story, but reveal through tell-tale signs, the creator’s process, thoughtfulness, and effort. In fact, as an admission, coming across a hyperlink of what is obviously an editor’s remark on one page, I got excited from being privy to glimpsing the author’s process with The Lost Queen.
In conclusion, could The Lost Queen: Mecury’s Heir benefit from some polishing? Yes. However, credit has to be given where credit is due, and the author has shown herself a capable writer. The Lost Queen is a solid story, and obviously, a special story. Check it out.
So, with that, I was introduced to urban fantasy for the very first time; and I have to say, The Lost Queen is, good. As a matter of fact, testament of me connecting with the story and genre came by way of me having said aloud at one point while reading it, “If this woman complains about her life as a single mom one more time…” Of course, I would come to understand that being inside the heads of characters and then talking about themselves is a reflection of them knowing themselves. People do this in real life, too—sometimes, I guess. As a result, the characters in The Lost Queen convey the author’s confidence, as a writer. This in turn contributes to a title being worthy investment, and indeed special.
The Lost Queen is told from multiple POVs, all first person—which given how it is executed, allows a reader to identify with either all the characters or the one they like most.
This leads to the work itself, to which while the premise is classically sound and follows a traditional storytelling structure—which is well executed by the way—The Lost Queen is with flaws. One that is so major (or was, perhaps?) that even though I had moved on from it, I just had to follow up the author to at least let her know.
Aside from what I believe to be conversion issues with Kindle, some inherent issues include the bewildering usage of the en dash (for hyphenation) and em dash (for break in thought). Admittedly, it took me a long time to grasp the differences between these punctuation marks myself. I was also confused about the singular (Warman) and plural (Warmen) at times, as sometimes the later was used as the singular? Grammar aside, the story itself flowed nicely, but the final chapter ruined it with the suggestion of intimacy between the central protagonists (Erick and Destiny).
“Things to come later” was unnecessary, in my opinion. Erick and Destiny's coupling—which is to happen in the imagination of the reader—is already anticipated by the attraction, motivation and flirtation of and between them, since they first met. It is actually cool that the entire story goes without them hooking up, so it was somewhat anti-climatic for the 40th and last chapter to suggest they would do so. It felt contrived and unnecessary at that point, especially as the set up for the story’s next installment doesn’t leave them with a “happily ever after”. Destiny’s expectation of hooking up with Erick could have been suggested or expressed differently or not at all, in my opinion.
Even so, my enjoyment of this story (book) lends itself to me having an appreciation of those near imperfect works that are consistent and coherent enough to convey the premise, the idea. Such works not only effectively tell the story, but reveal through tell-tale signs, the creator’s process, thoughtfulness, and effort. In fact, as an admission, coming across a hyperlink of what is obviously an editor’s remark on one page, I got excited from being privy to glimpsing the author’s process with The Lost Queen.
In conclusion, could The Lost Queen: Mecury’s Heir benefit from some polishing? Yes. However, credit has to be given where credit is due, and the author has shown herself a capable writer. The Lost Queen is a solid story, and obviously, a special story. Check it out.
September 1, 2019
Great Read
I met the author at a book fair and I was so excited to read her books because of how passionate she was when she told me about them. This book was great! I cannot wait to read the rest of the series!!
I met the author at a book fair and I was so excited to read her books because of how passionate she was when she told me about them. This book was great! I cannot wait to read the rest of the series!!
August 27, 2020
Wonderful
It's funny, I'm not usually the type to read magical fantasy novels but book right here extremely will written. And even though I wish there was more of a romantic feel , I was still greatly impressed and drawn into the world the author created.
It's funny, I'm not usually the type to read magical fantasy novels but book right here extremely will written. And even though I wish there was more of a romantic feel , I was still greatly impressed and drawn into the world the author created.
February 12, 2020
Love it
This book from the beginning kept me reading. I was so glad that Erick did not do what he said. Now I'm ready for book two and what lays ahead for Summer.
This book from the beginning kept me reading. I was so glad that Erick did not do what he said. Now I'm ready for book two and what lays ahead for Summer.
March 28, 2020
Destiny
I love the action and the twists in this book. I love how Destiny has powerful Black girl magic in this book! Can’t wait for book 2!!
I love the action and the twists in this book. I love how Destiny has powerful Black girl magic in this book! Can’t wait for book 2!!
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