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Sentinel
My name is Adara Marie and I am dead.In the kingdom where I lived, magic users are employed to use their talents for the good of others; Healers, Warriors, Shields, even Sentinels. At least that is what I was always told, but I never believed it. Unlike other magic users, I knew that Sentinels are monsters who use their magic to force people to tell the truth.I was horrified when my father announced he had hired a Sentinel. This one was also a Healer and a Shield and used his powers to protect my family, but that didn't stop me being terrified of him, even after he saved my brother's life.I couldn't understand how my father, bothers and sisters could treat him as a friend, not after he demonstrated what he was capable of when my sister was attacked. But they all ignored my pleas to send him away. If they had, I would still be alive.My nightmares became a reality when my sister was kidnapped and my father refused to rescue her. It was down to me and I had no idea how to even start. When the Sentinel said he would help I had no choice but to agree. I had never left the city, let alone the country, but with the Sentinel's assistance, we stood a chance. I would be travelling alone with someone I despised and was scared of.Little did I know that the journey would change my life forever. My name is Adara Marie and this is my story.
338 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 26, 2019
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November 19, 2019
Adara doesn’t trust Sentinels so when her father hires one she doesn’t know how to respond. Supposedly this one (Tallis) is different, someone they can trust. When Adara’s sister is kidnapped, it feels as if her world is crumbling, and she vows to go on a journey to save her. What she doesn’t expect, however, is for Tallis to offer to come with her.
I loved the relationship between Adara and Tallis. It seemed very realistic in the way that her hate for what he is (Sentinel) changed to uncertainty after he vowed to help and then to something else. Their emotions were so well described it was almost possible to feel them which made the story all the more engaging. Sad ending, but with the blurb, I was prepared for it.
Definitely recommended for readers who are searching for something a little different.
I loved the relationship between Adara and Tallis. It seemed very realistic in the way that her hate for what he is (Sentinel) changed to uncertainty after he vowed to help and then to something else. Their emotions were so well described it was almost possible to feel them which made the story all the more engaging. Sad ending, but with the blurb, I was prepared for it.
Definitely recommended for readers who are searching for something a little different.
June 7, 2019
Riveting
What a wonderful journey I took as I travelled through each page of this book. Adara and Tallis are a fascinating couple. He is a Sentinel. Adara is a princess who hates Sentinels ---- perhaps it's because she fears them. Their relationship takes a different turn when Tallis accompanies Atara on a journey to find her sister. Adara's emotions meanders between hate, fear, and want --- or is it love? All is revealed when Tallis's ex slips a love potion into Adara's drink.
The author has a lovely way of describing love scenes --- none of this different shades of grey, stuff. It has a sad ending, but it is expressed at the beginning of the story that Adara is dead.
Is there going to be a follow-up? I hope so.
What a wonderful journey I took as I travelled through each page of this book. Adara and Tallis are a fascinating couple. He is a Sentinel. Adara is a princess who hates Sentinels ---- perhaps it's because she fears them. Their relationship takes a different turn when Tallis accompanies Atara on a journey to find her sister. Adara's emotions meanders between hate, fear, and want --- or is it love? All is revealed when Tallis's ex slips a love potion into Adara's drink.
The author has a lovely way of describing love scenes --- none of this different shades of grey, stuff. It has a sad ending, but it is expressed at the beginning of the story that Adara is dead.
Is there going to be a follow-up? I hope so.
June 24, 2019
I was given this book to review and found it to be an enjoyable fantasy read.
The idea of someone who can root out the truth is a fascinating one, though some think that the consequences are too high a price...
This is a tale of difference and misconceptions, it is also one that explores the awfulness of slavery in addition to the horrors that humans can commit.
It is also a romance.
It has great characters, plots and sub-plots, alongside adventure, politics and magic. The writing flows effortlessly and, as with all the other stories I have read by this author, it is a pleasure to be immersed in the imaginative world.
Highly recommended.
The idea of someone who can root out the truth is a fascinating one, though some think that the consequences are too high a price...
This is a tale of difference and misconceptions, it is also one that explores the awfulness of slavery in addition to the horrors that humans can commit.
It is also a romance.
It has great characters, plots and sub-plots, alongside adventure, politics and magic. The writing flows effortlessly and, as with all the other stories I have read by this author, it is a pleasure to be immersed in the imaginative world.
Highly recommended.
December 26, 2024
What a beautiful story and so eloquently written. I fell in love with Adara and Tallis straight away and was moved as I observed their developing relationship. The world building was exceptional and the unexpected shock twists hit me like a locomotive at full steam. The characters were so well fleshed out, that they seemed like people I knew. It was an highly immersive experience. Very emotional ending, and a worthy five stars.
July 7, 2019
Well I've just had an extremely lazy, relaxing weekend... why? Because I couldn't put this book down, to the extent I didn't cook dinner and dashed out for a mirco meal, umm sometimes we're allowed a weekend off :)
Easy to read, interesting characters, v good story line and plot, what more can you want?
Happy reading :)
Easy to read, interesting characters, v good story line and plot, what more can you want?
Happy reading :)
November 27, 2019
This story sucked me in and was hard to put down. The characters were wonderfully developed and the narrative flowed nicely. I loved the magic abilities and the unique world the author created. I knew this book wasn’t going to have a happily ever after, but the ending was still satisfying. The deep love shared by Adara and Tallis is eternal, and leaves the door open for a sequel…I hope!
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