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The Magic Eaters Trilogy #2
The Vine Eater
The highly anticipated sequel to The Frost Eater, a post-apocalyptic YA fantasy novel reviewers called “a wild ride” that “sizzles along to an unexpected end” with “heavy-hitting action,” “magic and dragons,” and “a touch of romance.”
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Nora, Krey, and Ovrun rescued vine eater Zeisha Dennivan from magical enslavement. But none of them are truly free.
They’re stuck in the ancient city of Deroga. Together, they must protect the city’s trogs from the vengeful king.
The ongoing conflict is changing them all. Krey and Zeisha don’t truly know each other anymore—he hungers for battle, while she dreads it. Nora and Ovrun are closer than ever, but with her destined to take the crown, their futures are at odds.
And one of the four friends is keeping a terrible secret that will alter everything when it comes to light.
The king expands his army, preparing to vanquish Deroga. Even with two dragons on their side, the teens and trogs will be hard-pressed to defend themselves.
It’s not just the city at stake. It’s the future of Cellerin…and the fates of four hearts.
The Vine Eater takes what you loved about The Frost Eater and kicks it up a notch, with more magical action, heart-pounding romance, and thrilling flights with dragons.
Devour it today.
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Quotes are from Goodreads reviewers Tasha, Clarissa Gosling, K. Law, and Mike, and Booksprout reviewer Beth H.
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Nora, Krey, and Ovrun rescued vine eater Zeisha Dennivan from magical enslavement. But none of them are truly free.
They’re stuck in the ancient city of Deroga. Together, they must protect the city’s trogs from the vengeful king.
The ongoing conflict is changing them all. Krey and Zeisha don’t truly know each other anymore—he hungers for battle, while she dreads it. Nora and Ovrun are closer than ever, but with her destined to take the crown, their futures are at odds.
And one of the four friends is keeping a terrible secret that will alter everything when it comes to light.
The king expands his army, preparing to vanquish Deroga. Even with two dragons on their side, the teens and trogs will be hard-pressed to defend themselves.
It’s not just the city at stake. It’s the future of Cellerin…and the fates of four hearts.
The Vine Eater takes what you loved about The Frost Eater and kicks it up a notch, with more magical action, heart-pounding romance, and thrilling flights with dragons.
Devour it today.
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Quotes are from Goodreads reviewers Tasha, Clarissa Gosling, K. Law, and Mike, and Booksprout reviewer Beth H.
419 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 19, 2020
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July 8, 2020Hi, readers!
As of 6/23/20, The Vine Eater is available for you to devour! The eBook and paperback are available on Amazon. Paperbacks are also available on Barnes & Noble, IndieBound, and by special order at your local bookstore. Want a signed paperback (U.S. only)? Check out my website.
Dying for more of Anyari? The Seer's Sister is a full-length prequel that takes place two hundred years before The Frost Eater. You can read it before or after the trilogy or as a standalone.
Right now, The Seer's Sister is only available as a free gift to my Email Insiders. To snag it for free, please visit this website. Make sure to add it to your Goodreads shelf first!
Thanks for embracing the world of The Magic Eaters!
-Beth
As of 6/23/20, The Vine Eater is available for you to devour! The eBook and paperback are available on Amazon. Paperbacks are also available on Barnes & Noble, IndieBound, and by special order at your local bookstore. Want a signed paperback (U.S. only)? Check out my website.
Dying for more of Anyari? The Seer's Sister is a full-length prequel that takes place two hundred years before The Frost Eater. You can read it before or after the trilogy or as a standalone.
Right now, The Seer's Sister is only available as a free gift to my Email Insiders. To snag it for free, please visit this website. Make sure to add it to your Goodreads shelf first!
Thanks for embracing the world of The Magic Eaters!
-Beth
June 10, 2021
More like 3.5 stars; but not sure it was good enough to be a true 4 stars. The main reason for the lower rating is that I got really annoyed by the over saturation at the halfway point with the two main romances. Given there is so much politically happening, and relationships (like father/daughter) far more interesting than the love interests to elaborate on; I was just over the angsty teen romance fast.
Read in Order
You will want to read book 1 first to understand book 2. There is a decent recap (without being an info dump) at the beginning that reminded me what I had read over a year ago in book 1. As Vine Eater picks up the next day, after the climax battle in Frost Eater, it is probably even worth reading these back to back (something I rarely recommend due to concerns about getting bored).
Magic System
As with book 1, I really like the magic system in this fantasy world. I do still struggle with the consuming of feathers, rocks, ice, dirt, etc. as ‘fuel’ for said magic. Carol Beth Anderson adds a new level to the magical system and elaborates on a concept she has eluded to before regarding a ‘well’ of magic. This is probably my fave part of this middle novel. I do wish we had a bit more lead-up and foreshadow to the use of this ‘well’ and the people directly affected by it (I can’t say who as it’s a huge plot point). Regardless I do think the idea makes logical sense and, for me, that is most important.
My Exclusive Publisher Rant
Apologies to those who have read this rant of mine before. But I feel I have to say it when it comes to good books only signed to Kindle/Amazon for ebook distribution. I will continue to be frustrated by until Amazon stops monopolizing the publishing industry.
Carol Beth Anderson is a great YA author and deserves a larger audience; and a major publisher. But she remains exclusive to Amazon. Meaning that a large majority of readers (myself included if I didn’t have an eARC) cannot access the book on their preferred device. I cannot stress how much market is lost by authors who restrict themselves to Kindle only. In both Australia, UK, and Canada the Kobo is the top selling ebook. It cannot handle Kindle formats. Few authors that are exclusive ever make it huge. I truly believe this is because of their lack of accessibility to a large swath of readers.
Overall
If you read book 1 and enjoyed it then I suspect you will enjoy this second novel of the trilogy. Sadly I have found out I don’t have an eARC as expected of the last book in this trilogy; and without a kindle or device that is reasonable to read on with the kindle app I’m left with no option but to probably not read the final novel. I’m bummed about this but not so much that it’s worth ordering paperbacks at this point. Maybe at some point I will but for now this will be my last visit to this land (unless that exclusive publishing deal stops).
Please note: I received an eARC of this book from the author via BookSprout. This is an honest and unbiased review.
Read in Order
You will want to read book 1 first to understand book 2. There is a decent recap (without being an info dump) at the beginning that reminded me what I had read over a year ago in book 1. As Vine Eater picks up the next day, after the climax battle in Frost Eater, it is probably even worth reading these back to back (something I rarely recommend due to concerns about getting bored).
Magic System
As with book 1, I really like the magic system in this fantasy world. I do still struggle with the consuming of feathers, rocks, ice, dirt, etc. as ‘fuel’ for said magic. Carol Beth Anderson adds a new level to the magical system and elaborates on a concept she has eluded to before regarding a ‘well’ of magic. This is probably my fave part of this middle novel. I do wish we had a bit more lead-up and foreshadow to the use of this ‘well’ and the people directly affected by it (I can’t say who as it’s a huge plot point). Regardless I do think the idea makes logical sense and, for me, that is most important.
My Exclusive Publisher Rant
Apologies to those who have read this rant of mine before. But I feel I have to say it when it comes to good books only signed to Kindle/Amazon for ebook distribution. I will continue to be frustrated by until Amazon stops monopolizing the publishing industry.
Carol Beth Anderson is a great YA author and deserves a larger audience; and a major publisher. But she remains exclusive to Amazon. Meaning that a large majority of readers (myself included if I didn’t have an eARC) cannot access the book on their preferred device. I cannot stress how much market is lost by authors who restrict themselves to Kindle only. In both Australia, UK, and Canada the Kobo is the top selling ebook. It cannot handle Kindle formats. Few authors that are exclusive ever make it huge. I truly believe this is because of their lack of accessibility to a large swath of readers.
Overall
If you read book 1 and enjoyed it then I suspect you will enjoy this second novel of the trilogy. Sadly I have found out I don’t have an eARC as expected of the last book in this trilogy; and without a kindle or device that is reasonable to read on with the kindle app I’m left with no option but to probably not read the final novel. I’m bummed about this but not so much that it’s worth ordering paperbacks at this point. Maybe at some point I will but for now this will be my last visit to this land (unless that exclusive publishing deal stops).
Please note: I received an eARC of this book from the author via BookSprout. This is an honest and unbiased review.
June 18, 2020
A very worthy sequel (which is hard to do). The Vine Eater seamlessly licks up from where The Frost Eater left off. I love the world, characters, writing and plot. There is a lot of action with just the right amount of romance and character growth. Some parts dragged a little bit with lulls in pacing BUT this is a gripe I have with almost every book so this is more of a personal, "it's me not you" situation than a flaw. I'm excited to find out how the trilogy will end, and I will continue to recommend these books highly.
May 30, 2021
I loved this book it was a great sequel I will be reading the last book soon the relationships are great but slowly changing not much yet I assume that will be saved for the next book. I loved all of the characters even more in this book they have grown so much and we see more of them than the first book revealed I really liked the relationships between them I liked how those relationships are slowly changing. I loved Nora for how much she cares about the people and the her loved ones and how she wanted to save her Father rather than just getting rid of him. I also loved Krey for how much there is to him there is more to what you see on the surface. I loved Zeisha and Orvun as well this book expands so much more on the both of them I look forward to reading more about them. I loved the plot it picks up from where the last book left off with the characters trying to save people and everything that comes along with that I really loved this book will be reading the last one soon.
December 23, 2024
I was almost thinking of lowering my star rating by half a star (not literally, out of respect for the author, but noting it in my review) because one of the issues I had with book one was more glaring in this book than I noted below and than I remembered. However, as the book continued, I remembered why I loved it so much. The second half is just beautiful. Yes, I got upset again about that "Nooo!" moment below and nearly cried even though I knew it was coming, but Zeisha's plot line and Anderson's writing of it are so beautiful and moving that it takes away any annoying "romance" moments. I really love this book and just the story in general. I'm amazed all over again by how creative Anderson is. There are elements of her series that I've seen in other books, but I've never read a series like this before that combines all these elements into one cohesive, entertaining, moving story. I immediately began reading The Stone Eater upon finishing The Vine Eater. I'm not sure I'll reread The Seer's Sister only because I have new books picked out for the New Year, and I'm not sure how long it'll take me to finish this one, but I'm so happy to have reread the main series at the end of this year to revisit some of my favorite characters and plotlines.
I'm so sad that there's only one book left!!!! Fortunately, Carol Beth Anderson included The Seer's Sister prequel in the free bundle, but at the same time, those aren't the characters I love!!! So, there's only one book left with Zeisha and Nora and Krey and Ovrun.
About this book specifically, I'll mostly say that it's a great continuation of the series, and the issues I had with Book One (which were tiny) I didn't have with this one at all, and that I literally said, "Nooo!" and felt genuinely emotionally affected when something happens towards the end, and that shows how much I love this book and am connected to the characters and plot.
I can't wait for Book Three. Literally. As soon as I finished The Vine Eater, I scrolled those Kindle pages right on over to Book Three, The Stone Eater and have already started it 😬
I'm so sad that there's only one book left!!!! Fortunately, Carol Beth Anderson included The Seer's Sister prequel in the free bundle, but at the same time, those aren't the characters I love!!! So, there's only one book left with Zeisha and Nora and Krey and Ovrun.
About this book specifically, I'll mostly say that it's a great continuation of the series, and the issues I had with Book One (which were tiny) I didn't have with this one at all, and that I literally said, "Nooo!" and felt genuinely emotionally affected when something happens towards the end, and that shows how much I love this book and am connected to the characters and plot.
I can't wait for Book Three. Literally. As soon as I finished The Vine Eater, I scrolled those Kindle pages right on over to Book Three, The Stone Eater and have already started it 😬
June 24, 2020
*4.5
I received a complementary copy of this book and am leaving an honest review
This book has everything I need in a sequel.
As this story continues, the stakes get higher and the charachters evolve with it. They are exploring their friendships and themselves more, resulting in some interesting dynamics. I also love how some new characters got introduced, which I think are here to stay.
The world grew a lot in this sequel. We got to see more of the trogs, of New Therro, and even . This is something I really appreciate in a sequel. The magic system got bigger and better as well (not spoiling this, go read it and find out for yourself!), resulting in quite a few plot twists that I absolutely didn't see coming.
Not only the current world is being more explored, but we also get a lot more information on the history of Cellerin. The new characters play a role in this, but also the little chapter starters were a really great way to get a glimpse into the past.
A lot of this book is very fast paced, but there are some very well timed slower pieces in there, making it perfect to get your thoughts in order and get excited for what other things could happen. Personally I didn't love the use of the very short sentences throughout the story, but that is somethig very subjective of course.
Though this sequel answered a lot of questions, there are also a lot of new things that need some more exploring, and I'm very excited to see that when book 3 comes out.
I received a complementary copy of this book and am leaving an honest review
This book has everything I need in a sequel.
As this story continues, the stakes get higher and the charachters evolve with it. They are exploring their friendships and themselves more, resulting in some interesting dynamics. I also love how some new characters got introduced, which I think are here to stay.
The world grew a lot in this sequel. We got to see more of the trogs, of New Therro, and even . This is something I really appreciate in a sequel. The magic system got bigger and better as well (not spoiling this, go read it and find out for yourself!), resulting in quite a few plot twists that I absolutely didn't see coming.
Not only the current world is being more explored, but we also get a lot more information on the history of Cellerin. The new characters play a role in this, but also the little chapter starters were a really great way to get a glimpse into the past.
A lot of this book is very fast paced, but there are some very well timed slower pieces in there, making it perfect to get your thoughts in order and get excited for what other things could happen. Personally I didn't love the use of the very short sentences throughout the story, but that is somethig very subjective of course.
Though this sequel answered a lot of questions, there are also a lot of new things that need some more exploring, and I'm very excited to see that when book 3 comes out.
June 10, 2020
I really enjoyed this book! It keeps you engaged throughout, and never gets slow. I can’t wait for the third book in the series next year, I’ll be waiting anxiously to find out what happens next.
December 30, 2020
The adventure continues and just keeps getting better!
We've got a second installment of the Magic Eaters Trilogy that doesn't disappoint.
The world that kept having more details and intriguing characteristics was still there with still more magic to uncover. The characters and their experiences came back to tell us more about each of them (and some had pretty big secrets!) and how they were dealing with the aftermath of the first book events. The writing that sometimes is very relatable, others very powerful and can even make us think about important things (I kept highlighting passages and that's not something I usually do). The dragons! The trogs! The seer and her dilemma! Cruine! The cover! I could go on and on...
And now I need to know what happens next! Like, I really need to know!
I was just a little sad the excerpts at the beginning of each capter weren't from the Diary as in The Frost Eater because I didn't found this ones so interesting but that's a minor thing. I also didn't get as sucked in at first but after getting more into the story I read almost the whole thing in 2 days!
Edit after listening to the audiobook
Listening to the book read by the author for for a different experience. For one, you know exactly how to pronounce all the names right and, secondly, she may be the author she is also a very good narrator!
End edit
All in all, a book that deserves a lot of exclamation marks from this reader who's not the greatest fan of Fantasy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I also received a free audiobook copy of this book via StoryOrigin. All opinions continue to be my own.
We've got a second installment of the Magic Eaters Trilogy that doesn't disappoint.
The world that kept having more details and intriguing characteristics was still there with still more magic to uncover. The characters and their experiences came back to tell us more about each of them (and some had pretty big secrets!) and how they were dealing with the aftermath of the first book events. The writing that sometimes is very relatable, others very powerful and can even make us think about important things (I kept highlighting passages and that's not something I usually do). The dragons! The trogs! The seer and her dilemma! Cruine! The cover! I could go on and on...
And now I need to know what happens next! Like, I really need to know!
I was just a little sad the excerpts at the beginning of each capter weren't from the Diary as in The Frost Eater because I didn't found this ones so interesting but that's a minor thing. I also didn't get as sucked in at first but after getting more into the story I read almost the whole thing in 2 days!
Edit after listening to the audiobook
Listening to the book read by the author for for a different experience. For one, you know exactly how to pronounce all the names right and, secondly, she may be the author she is also a very good narrator!
End edit
All in all, a book that deserves a lot of exclamation marks from this reader who's not the greatest fan of Fantasy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I also received a free audiobook copy of this book via StoryOrigin. All opinions continue to be my own.
November 13, 2020
Is this a Kissing Book - Part II
The Vine Eater by Carol Beth Anderson is book 2 in her series started with the Frost Eater. In this book, she continues to expand on her rich universe created in book. In Vine Eater, as evidenced by the title, the focus is much more on Zeisha, who we barely got to meet in book 1. She is my favorite character in the series. Reunited with Kray, she’s dealing with conflict between wanting to help her friends in their fight against the power that enslaved her in book 1, her repulsion of using her powers to harm others, and figuring out just what her relationship with Kray and her new friends should be. Her character arc in this book is delightful.
Like book 1 – this book is a YA directed fantasy, and as older teenagers – it can be a bit of a “kissing book.” BUT Anderson has created a character - Sarza - who is a perfect foil to the Lovey-Dovey nature of the 2 primary couples in the series. Not every teenager is a raging hormone. Some either 1- don’t get it, or 2- are slightly repulsed by it. Some remain like the kid in The Princess Bride. The fact that the author included a well developed character in this book who identifies in this group absolutely delighted me. I’m a father of 3 teenagers, and one of them is the model she could have used for this character. I was a raging hormone as a kid, so its been a journey as a parent understanding a kid who isn’t that way, and Kudos to Anderson for writing to them as well. I look forward to where she goes with this character in the ensuing book(s).
The other prominent couple (Nora and Ovrum) also go through some very important development personally and in their relationship – learning that in order to grow, they must sometimes be willing to give up a dream that has been important to them in favor of a dream that they can accomplish together.
Anderson also tackles the issue of addiction, secrets, dependancy & many other things head on, but in a fashion that makes it very approachable as well.
Again in this book, the characters are believable, likeable & well developed. She does a great job narrating her own book too. For every 1 author that narrates their own books well, there are probably 10 who shouldn't. I also love the setting of this book – Being a far distant dystopian future on a planet where magic has become part of everyday life due to a cataclysm referred to as The Day. Each chapter is begun with a snippet from a pre-day teenage journalist. Their apparent Pre-day technological & societal development parralells our own & Anderson is able to give us a kind of commentary on relevant events in our day in an oblique fashion – as traditional Sci-fi does brilliantly. 5 stars again all around. I’m eagerly awaiting the next book!
The Vine Eater by Carol Beth Anderson is book 2 in her series started with the Frost Eater. In this book, she continues to expand on her rich universe created in book. In Vine Eater, as evidenced by the title, the focus is much more on Zeisha, who we barely got to meet in book 1. She is my favorite character in the series. Reunited with Kray, she’s dealing with conflict between wanting to help her friends in their fight against the power that enslaved her in book 1, her repulsion of using her powers to harm others, and figuring out just what her relationship with Kray and her new friends should be. Her character arc in this book is delightful.
Like book 1 – this book is a YA directed fantasy, and as older teenagers – it can be a bit of a “kissing book.” BUT Anderson has created a character - Sarza - who is a perfect foil to the Lovey-Dovey nature of the 2 primary couples in the series. Not every teenager is a raging hormone. Some either 1- don’t get it, or 2- are slightly repulsed by it. Some remain like the kid in The Princess Bride. The fact that the author included a well developed character in this book who identifies in this group absolutely delighted me. I’m a father of 3 teenagers, and one of them is the model she could have used for this character. I was a raging hormone as a kid, so its been a journey as a parent understanding a kid who isn’t that way, and Kudos to Anderson for writing to them as well. I look forward to where she goes with this character in the ensuing book(s).
The other prominent couple (Nora and Ovrum) also go through some very important development personally and in their relationship – learning that in order to grow, they must sometimes be willing to give up a dream that has been important to them in favor of a dream that they can accomplish together.
Anderson also tackles the issue of addiction, secrets, dependancy & many other things head on, but in a fashion that makes it very approachable as well.
Again in this book, the characters are believable, likeable & well developed. She does a great job narrating her own book too. For every 1 author that narrates their own books well, there are probably 10 who shouldn't. I also love the setting of this book – Being a far distant dystopian future on a planet where magic has become part of everyday life due to a cataclysm referred to as The Day. Each chapter is begun with a snippet from a pre-day teenage journalist. Their apparent Pre-day technological & societal development parralells our own & Anderson is able to give us a kind of commentary on relevant events in our day in an oblique fashion – as traditional Sci-fi does brilliantly. 5 stars again all around. I’m eagerly awaiting the next book!
October 5, 2020
I really loved The Frost Eater, the first book in this unique YA post-apocalyptic fantasy series, so I was very excited to read The Vine Eater. The magic system of this series has always been really intriguing to me, and I appreciated the ways that magic system was further explored and deepened in this book. With that deeper exploration of the magic system, we also get a deeper exploration of the characters and how different aspects the world's magic impact them. The personal stakes for the characters have all been raised in this book in a very meaningful way. I loved the character development and growth that came with that, especially for Zeisha, who really comes into her own in a way that's delightful to see. Of our four main characters, I was definitely rooting for her the most.
We also get a bigger dose of romance in this book as the two couples (Nora + Ovrun and Zeisha + Krey) have to navigate very real and very difficult obstacles in their relationship. Romantic subplots are always a little tricky for me as a reader, especially in YA, but Anderson handles that element of the story very well and in a way that felt nuanced and believable, which I greatly appreciated. Things didn't end up quite where I expected them to by the end of the story, but I actually liked the direction things went in better, even though it was harder to see. It felt more true and I'm really interested to see some of the changing relationship dynamics between these characters in the next book as a result of what happened by the end of this one.
I also really enjoyed getting to see more of the trogs in this book and exploring their culture and lifestyle a little more. A few of them get more prominent roles and develop friendships with our four main characters, and it was interesting to see those interactions. I also want to note that I listened to this on audiobook, which the author narrated herself, and she does a splendid job with that. It was a very enjoyable listen, so definitely consider picking up that version if you're an audiobook listener.
I'm really enjoying this series, and after the way things ended here, I have a lot of questions about what's going to happen in the next book. If the first two books are any indication, I'm sure it's going to be an emotional and thrilling ride.
We also get a bigger dose of romance in this book as the two couples (Nora + Ovrun and Zeisha + Krey) have to navigate very real and very difficult obstacles in their relationship. Romantic subplots are always a little tricky for me as a reader, especially in YA, but Anderson handles that element of the story very well and in a way that felt nuanced and believable, which I greatly appreciated. Things didn't end up quite where I expected them to by the end of the story, but I actually liked the direction things went in better, even though it was harder to see. It felt more true and I'm really interested to see some of the changing relationship dynamics between these characters in the next book as a result of what happened by the end of this one.
I also really enjoyed getting to see more of the trogs in this book and exploring their culture and lifestyle a little more. A few of them get more prominent roles and develop friendships with our four main characters, and it was interesting to see those interactions. I also want to note that I listened to this on audiobook, which the author narrated herself, and she does a splendid job with that. It was a very enjoyable listen, so definitely consider picking up that version if you're an audiobook listener.
I'm really enjoying this series, and after the way things ended here, I have a lot of questions about what's going to happen in the next book. If the first two books are any indication, I'm sure it's going to be an emotional and thrilling ride.
July 4, 2020
I received a complimentary copy of this book and I am leaving my honest review.
I don't even know what to say. I loved loved loved the first book in The Magic Eaters Trilogy: The Frost Eater. When I got the chance to read The Vine Eater as well, I was THRILLED. And it did not disappoint at all.
Wanting to keep this review spoiler-free, I'm skipping the short description of the events in this book. All I'm saying is that this book picks up exactly where The Frost Eater left off, and that it has even more action and plot twists than the first book.
In The Vine Eater, the friendship between Nora, Krey, Ovrun and Zeisha is tested. Every single one of them has changed after the militia battle and its consequences, and they have to find a new dynamic to fit their new life in Deroga. Nora struggles with everything that happened to Faylie and has trouble accepting her father who has lost his mind. Ovrun doesn't know what the future will hold for him, Zeisha has trouble finding herself and Krey... Well Kreys problems will become clear in The Vine Eater.
The Vine Eater is an amazing piece of art. I think I loved it even more than The Frost Eater. The story is character-driven AND plot-driven, and that's a rare combination in quite a short YA book. Carol Beth Anderson, I don't know how you do it, but you do it well.
One thing that bothered me a little was the change in pacing in the second half of the book. It wasn't very coherent and hard to follow at some points. I also struggled with visualizing the characters, as their description wasn't repeated in The Vine Eater and it's been a few months since I read The Frost Eater. But besides those small two points, everything was perfect.
I honestly think that The Magic Eaters trilogy is severely underrated. More people should read this and show the gorgeous books on their bookshelves. Even though I've already read them, I'm going to buy the physical copies because I definitely want to read the story again on paper. If you're a fan of young adult fantasy and dystopian, The Magic Eaters trilogy is definitely worth the read.
4 stars
I don't even know what to say. I loved loved loved the first book in The Magic Eaters Trilogy: The Frost Eater. When I got the chance to read The Vine Eater as well, I was THRILLED. And it did not disappoint at all.
Wanting to keep this review spoiler-free, I'm skipping the short description of the events in this book. All I'm saying is that this book picks up exactly where The Frost Eater left off, and that it has even more action and plot twists than the first book.
In The Vine Eater, the friendship between Nora, Krey, Ovrun and Zeisha is tested. Every single one of them has changed after the militia battle and its consequences, and they have to find a new dynamic to fit their new life in Deroga. Nora struggles with everything that happened to Faylie and has trouble accepting her father who has lost his mind. Ovrun doesn't know what the future will hold for him, Zeisha has trouble finding herself and Krey... Well Kreys problems will become clear in The Vine Eater.
The Vine Eater is an amazing piece of art. I think I loved it even more than The Frost Eater. The story is character-driven AND plot-driven, and that's a rare combination in quite a short YA book. Carol Beth Anderson, I don't know how you do it, but you do it well.
One thing that bothered me a little was the change in pacing in the second half of the book. It wasn't very coherent and hard to follow at some points. I also struggled with visualizing the characters, as their description wasn't repeated in The Vine Eater and it's been a few months since I read The Frost Eater. But besides those small two points, everything was perfect.
I honestly think that The Magic Eaters trilogy is severely underrated. More people should read this and show the gorgeous books on their bookshelves. Even though I've already read them, I'm going to buy the physical copies because I definitely want to read the story again on paper. If you're a fan of young adult fantasy and dystopian, The Magic Eaters trilogy is definitely worth the read.
4 stars
January 24, 2021
First off, let me just say "The Magic Eaters" trilogy is by far the best fantasy series I'm currently reading. It's absolutely fantastic. The universe that Anderson has created in these stories is so intriguing, and the depth of her world simply amazes me.
"The Vine Eater" picks up right where "The Frost Eater" left off, and you're immediately reintroduced to all of your favorite characters from the first book. Each character has depth and continues to grow and adapt over the story, both personally and romantically. Even though it isn't really a romance so much as an epic fantasy adventure, the bonds between Anderson's couples are beautiful, and I'll be damned if she doesn't know how to write a spicy scene. There are great new characters introduced into the story, as well, including a certain Seer whom I was particularly fond of.
The pacing of the story was satisfying. While there were moments in the book that took their time, there were others that had me turning page after page after page, desperate to see what was going to happen next. It was a nice mix of casual vs. intense.
I won't talk about the plot, as I don't want to give anything away, but I will say that I'll be eagerly awaiting the release of book 3, "The Stone Eater", on April 1st. (That'd better not be an April Fool's trick, damn it!) Well done!
"The Vine Eater" picks up right where "The Frost Eater" left off, and you're immediately reintroduced to all of your favorite characters from the first book. Each character has depth and continues to grow and adapt over the story, both personally and romantically. Even though it isn't really a romance so much as an epic fantasy adventure, the bonds between Anderson's couples are beautiful, and I'll be damned if she doesn't know how to write a spicy scene. There are great new characters introduced into the story, as well, including a certain Seer whom I was particularly fond of.
The pacing of the story was satisfying. While there were moments in the book that took their time, there were others that had me turning page after page after page, desperate to see what was going to happen next. It was a nice mix of casual vs. intense.
I won't talk about the plot, as I don't want to give anything away, but I will say that I'll be eagerly awaiting the release of book 3, "The Stone Eater", on April 1st. (That'd better not be an April Fool's trick, damn it!) Well done!
June 19, 2020
I absolutely loved the first book "The Frost Eater".. so when I got the email offering me the chance to read and review "The Vine Eater" I clicked the link SO fast and I dropped the book I was reading and dived right in.
Even though it had been a few months since finishing Frost Eater (January 2020), I was swept right back into the world and into the action. There was no need for a catch up or review because the world has just stayed with me. I hungered to see what Nora and Kray and the rest of the gang were up to - So many questions about the aftermath of the events from the final battle - how were things going to play out now that Zeisah and the other enslaved were free and the King knew that they knew about his plans? How would they defend themselves from the King? Would they find shelter or need to flee?
And "The Vine Eater" answers so many of the questions we're left with at the end of "The Frost Eater" - it takes us on a marvelous journey in the next stages of this complex story. We learn more about Cellerin, and we learn more about Zeisha and her history with Kray. We learn more about Kray and we watch the relationship between Nora and Ovrun change and develop. We're also introduced to a few new characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Even though it had been a few months since finishing Frost Eater (January 2020), I was swept right back into the world and into the action. There was no need for a catch up or review because the world has just stayed with me. I hungered to see what Nora and Kray and the rest of the gang were up to - So many questions about the aftermath of the events from the final battle - how were things going to play out now that Zeisah and the other enslaved were free and the King knew that they knew about his plans? How would they defend themselves from the King? Would they find shelter or need to flee?
And "The Vine Eater" answers so many of the questions we're left with at the end of "The Frost Eater" - it takes us on a marvelous journey in the next stages of this complex story. We learn more about Cellerin, and we learn more about Zeisha and her history with Kray. We learn more about Kray and we watch the relationship between Nora and Ovrun change and develop. We're also introduced to a few new characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 6, 2021
I was highly anticipating this next novel in The Magic Eaters trilogy, and I was not disappointed. In this novel, we learn more about Zeisha, the vine eater, who has a gentle nature and a kind heart, but who learns how to play her unique part in the constant battle for justice that the main characters find themselves facing. This is not only a book about good vs evil, but also of people looking to understand who they are and who they wish to be. It is so well written, and you become so absorbed in the fantastical world that Carol Beth Anderson has created. I now cannot wait to begin part 3, although this is also tinged with sadness as I know this means the glorious adventure is coming to a close...
June 30, 2020
The Vine Eater continues the story of Nora, Ovrun, Krey and Zeisha and their fight to save their world from the King’s madness.
This book kicks off seamlessly from where The Frost Eater left off and takes the action a notch up, but it also tells of how the four develop and grow as they discover their own strengths and weaknesses and struggle not just with foes, but also their own demons.
In addition to this Carol Beth expands on the history of the Anyarians and the world and social structure they now live in.
Part of that is achieved by the passages at the beginning of the chapters which quote the writings of girls from the past when they were the same age as Nora and her friends. In the Frost Eater it was Liri Abrios from the first generation after the apocalyptic event and in The Stone Eater it is Genta Ril a young columnist form the only remaining printed news paper in the time before the Anyari was devastated.
While the adventure comes to a satisfying conclusion there is a great cliff hanger that leads on to The Stone Eater ...
Overall the book moves along at a nice pace with just the right mixture of action, romance and insight into the lives and minds of the characters.
I don’t want to say much more as I feel everything else would be a spoiler.
I believe that any fan of YA fantasy will love this book and the whole trilogy.
To people who have read the first book, this one is even better; to those who are new to the Magic Eater Trilogy read The Frost Eater first. The Vine Eater doesn’t really work as a stand-alone story.
As a side note the cover art is beautiful too.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book kicks off seamlessly from where The Frost Eater left off and takes the action a notch up, but it also tells of how the four develop and grow as they discover their own strengths and weaknesses and struggle not just with foes, but also their own demons.
In addition to this Carol Beth expands on the history of the Anyarians and the world and social structure they now live in.
Part of that is achieved by the passages at the beginning of the chapters which quote the writings of girls from the past when they were the same age as Nora and her friends. In the Frost Eater it was Liri Abrios from the first generation after the apocalyptic event and in The Stone Eater it is Genta Ril a young columnist form the only remaining printed news paper in the time before the Anyari was devastated.
While the adventure comes to a satisfying conclusion there is a great cliff hanger that leads on to The Stone Eater ...
Overall the book moves along at a nice pace with just the right mixture of action, romance and insight into the lives and minds of the characters.
I don’t want to say much more as I feel everything else would be a spoiler.
I believe that any fan of YA fantasy will love this book and the whole trilogy.
To people who have read the first book, this one is even better; to those who are new to the Magic Eater Trilogy read The Frost Eater first. The Vine Eater doesn’t really work as a stand-alone story.
As a side note the cover art is beautiful too.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 1, 2020
Warning this review contains spoilers!
The vine eater is the second book of the magic eaters trilogy. In the frost eater we get to know Nora and Krey on their adventure to rescue Krey’s girlfriend Zeisha after she has been taken to use her powers in the newly formed militia that has been set up by the king.
At the end of the frost eater Nora and Krey had broken the control the king had over the militia and now face their newest struggle, will Nora be able to stop the king, her father?
I gave this the vine eater a 3/5 stars, the book is well paced and perfectly written but it did have some middle book syndrome. This book is around 400 pages and the majority of it is planning and a lot of talking. These aren’t things that I mind in a book, but I wished to know more about the magic use and how the country is formed.
We also encounter many new characters who definitely played a role in the story, but some end with a lose threat. For example, around halfway through the book Zeisha captures a spy of the Cellarian army who is kept as a prisoner by the trogs. Later this character is released again with the hope that he will change loyalty and spy for Nora on the king, but we do not hear from him again. This can still be resolved in the third book, I hope that Carol doesn’t forget about him ;)
The author has a way of making you feel connected to the characters without getting to know them very much. The book made me sob twice when two characters died, you don’t really know them but you do feel for them when they die. Can you imagine the waterfalls if a main character like Nora of Zeisha would die…
The magic eaters trilogy has been an amazing read so far and I know that the third book will blow my mind, I already have a feeling that we will learn more about the magic during the final battle.
If you are looking for a quick read with an amazing plot you should look these books up. So far there hasn’t been any love triangle but I should not speak to loud because we still have a whole book to change that.
The vine eater is the second book of the magic eaters trilogy. In the frost eater we get to know Nora and Krey on their adventure to rescue Krey’s girlfriend Zeisha after she has been taken to use her powers in the newly formed militia that has been set up by the king.
At the end of the frost eater Nora and Krey had broken the control the king had over the militia and now face their newest struggle, will Nora be able to stop the king, her father?
I gave this the vine eater a 3/5 stars, the book is well paced and perfectly written but it did have some middle book syndrome. This book is around 400 pages and the majority of it is planning and a lot of talking. These aren’t things that I mind in a book, but I wished to know more about the magic use and how the country is formed.
We also encounter many new characters who definitely played a role in the story, but some end with a lose threat. For example, around halfway through the book Zeisha captures a spy of the Cellarian army who is kept as a prisoner by the trogs. Later this character is released again with the hope that he will change loyalty and spy for Nora on the king, but we do not hear from him again. This can still be resolved in the third book, I hope that Carol doesn’t forget about him ;)
The author has a way of making you feel connected to the characters without getting to know them very much. The book made me sob twice when two characters died, you don’t really know them but you do feel for them when they die. Can you imagine the waterfalls if a main character like Nora of Zeisha would die…
The magic eaters trilogy has been an amazing read so far and I know that the third book will blow my mind, I already have a feeling that we will learn more about the magic during the final battle.
If you are looking for a quick read with an amazing plot you should look these books up. So far there hasn’t been any love triangle but I should not speak to loud because we still have a whole book to change that.
June 23, 2020
Hi. I got my hands on an Advance Reader Copy of The Vine Eater by Carol Beth Anderson (@CBethAnderson). It is the second in the series (The Frost Eater being first, though a prequel The Seer's Sister is also out and about or soon will be).
What can I say about this book? The first one was brilliant and lovely. Well, if you're looking for a book with romantic sunset walks, horseback rides on a beach, and oh-so-many delightful misunderstandings in a country setting... This is not your book.
Are you looking for adventure? Some romance? Teens taking charge? Dragons? More really cool magic? Intrigue? The possibility of civil war? If so, this is your book. It does not disappoint and is also a great, lovely book.
Carol Beth Anderson has done it again. With a clear vision and brightly drawn characters she continues the journey of Nora, Krey, Ovrun, and Zeisha through the world of Anyari. There are clearer glimpses of the world, deeper thoughts as characters flesh out, and teen angst? Oh yeah. These teens act like teens even as they're called to lead, to fight, and risk their all for the side of good.
Fair warning. You may experience finger gnawing, severe desire to flip to the end, and possible plans to tweet the author every other day asking where the next book is. You might also chew your e-reader in the grip of drama and suspense. Buy up on screen protectors.
The book is good for 12 and up, in my opinion. It has deep themes but no disturbing content. There are a few cusses, but when faced with world-altering events one tends to cuss a little. They're tame and also in my opinion, appropriate to the characters. No smut, just romance. Take it for a test toast. You won't regret it.
What can I say about this book? The first one was brilliant and lovely. Well, if you're looking for a book with romantic sunset walks, horseback rides on a beach, and oh-so-many delightful misunderstandings in a country setting... This is not your book.
Are you looking for adventure? Some romance? Teens taking charge? Dragons? More really cool magic? Intrigue? The possibility of civil war? If so, this is your book. It does not disappoint and is also a great, lovely book.
Carol Beth Anderson has done it again. With a clear vision and brightly drawn characters she continues the journey of Nora, Krey, Ovrun, and Zeisha through the world of Anyari. There are clearer glimpses of the world, deeper thoughts as characters flesh out, and teen angst? Oh yeah. These teens act like teens even as they're called to lead, to fight, and risk their all for the side of good.
Fair warning. You may experience finger gnawing, severe desire to flip to the end, and possible plans to tweet the author every other day asking where the next book is. You might also chew your e-reader in the grip of drama and suspense. Buy up on screen protectors.
The book is good for 12 and up, in my opinion. It has deep themes but no disturbing content. There are a few cusses, but when faced with world-altering events one tends to cuss a little. They're tame and also in my opinion, appropriate to the characters. No smut, just romance. Take it for a test toast. You won't regret it.
June 26, 2020
I received a free copy of the Vine Eater from the author and am leaving an honest review.
In the second installment of the Magic Eaters Trilogy, we pick up just after the king’s militia has been set free. Krey and Zeisha have been reunited and Nora is determined to help her father and care for the people of Cellerin.
This was a book of character development in addition to story advancement. The Vine Eater was as action-packed as The Frost Eater, but all 4 of the main characters went through major changes individually and in their relationships with one another.
I don’t want to give away spoilers, but I do want to complement the author’s discussion of addiction and how to support someone struggling with addiction from a place of love.
I also loved the focus on self-growth and self-forgiveness this book explores. Again, I don’t want to spoil anything, so no details. But I think some of these deeper, tougher issues are covered and discussed really well in a way that fits the overall story.
In the second installment of the Magic Eaters Trilogy, we pick up just after the king’s militia has been set free. Krey and Zeisha have been reunited and Nora is determined to help her father and care for the people of Cellerin.
This was a book of character development in addition to story advancement. The Vine Eater was as action-packed as The Frost Eater, but all 4 of the main characters went through major changes individually and in their relationships with one another.
I don’t want to give away spoilers, but I do want to complement the author’s discussion of addiction and how to support someone struggling with addiction from a place of love.
I also loved the focus on self-growth and self-forgiveness this book explores. Again, I don’t want to spoil anything, so no details. But I think some of these deeper, tougher issues are covered and discussed really well in a way that fits the overall story.
December 21, 2022
I knew I wanted to read this book as I enjoyed the first in the series immensely. As with the first one, Vine Eater contains a really unique magic system that I love, and a different take on a far-future post-apocalyptic world. In this book, we get Zeisha's POV for the first time, which I very much enjoyed, and it added an additional layer to what we know about Krey very well. The addition of another POV outside of the core group was a stroke of genius, really heightening the suspense as you work through the story. I liked the further exploration of Nora and Ovrun's relationship (I am rooting for them!), and learning more about the Trog people. My one criticism would be that it's a little slow compared to the first book, with the stakes feeling low in parts, but there were also moments of great tension and intrigue, and the ending had me gripped the whole way through. Although it isn't as strong as the first in the series, it's still a great read and I can't wait to get the next book!
July 6, 2020
*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and am leaving an honest review*
Wow great second book to a great series!! The Magic Eaters world remains so interesting and in this book we get to see even more of how the apocalypse effected Anyari. Magic from book 1 and new magic is discovered and explored in this book! Nora and her friends grow and learn how to love themselves and each other throughout this book. They work through betrayal and loss, and come out stronger. The quotes at the beginning of each chapter in this book give a different perspective then in book 1 of life before the apocalypse. Nora's new relationship with her under-the-influence father are fleshed out in this book and it is heartbreaking. Definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes magic, dragons, fantasy, and action! I can not wait for the next book to come out!!! Especially with the ending in this book!
Wow great second book to a great series!! The Magic Eaters world remains so interesting and in this book we get to see even more of how the apocalypse effected Anyari. Magic from book 1 and new magic is discovered and explored in this book! Nora and her friends grow and learn how to love themselves and each other throughout this book. They work through betrayal and loss, and come out stronger. The quotes at the beginning of each chapter in this book give a different perspective then in book 1 of life before the apocalypse. Nora's new relationship with her under-the-influence father are fleshed out in this book and it is heartbreaking. Definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes magic, dragons, fantasy, and action! I can not wait for the next book to come out!!! Especially with the ending in this book!
July 5, 2021
I cried. The investment in these characters and their journeys actually caused me to woo more than once.
If “The Frost Eater” is likened to a fairytale or folklore this is a tale with so many correlations to the struggles and triumphs young adults experience today:
Unconditional Love
Doing Right in the face of Evil
Sacrifice
Addiction
Trust issues
Living Personal Truth in spite of Painful Losses
The ongoing revelations of the faith systems, histories, relationships including magic pulls you in, whips you around and shoots you into new directions!
I know it says “trilogy” but I could easily stay with this story for 8 more books. I own both a hard copy and audiobook. The audiobook is lovely to listen to and I highly recommend it. The narration adds to the beauty of the story telling.
If “The Frost Eater” is likened to a fairytale or folklore this is a tale with so many correlations to the struggles and triumphs young adults experience today:
Unconditional Love
Doing Right in the face of Evil
Sacrifice
Addiction
Trust issues
Living Personal Truth in spite of Painful Losses
The ongoing revelations of the faith systems, histories, relationships including magic pulls you in, whips you around and shoots you into new directions!
I know it says “trilogy” but I could easily stay with this story for 8 more books. I own both a hard copy and audiobook. The audiobook is lovely to listen to and I highly recommend it. The narration adds to the beauty of the story telling.
June 25, 2020
I have received a complimentart copy of this book from the author.
This was a very good sequel to Frost eater and this book picks up right where it left off. There is lots of action, some romance, along with some twist that I did not see coming at all, and people coming into who they were always ment to be.
The main crew we followed in the last book are staying with the Trogs after they helped to rescue the militia members that were being controlled by the brain eating King.
Nora knows that her father must be stopped, and that the city needs a new leader. Krey wants justice for Zeisha, Ovrun wants to be with Nora, and Zeisha doesn't want to fight at all, but find away to use what she can do to help others.
It kept me sucked in through the whole book, and with the glimpse we got from the thrid book I can't wait to read that one as well and see how everything is going to end.
This was a very good sequel to Frost eater and this book picks up right where it left off. There is lots of action, some romance, along with some twist that I did not see coming at all, and people coming into who they were always ment to be.
The main crew we followed in the last book are staying with the Trogs after they helped to rescue the militia members that were being controlled by the brain eating King.
Nora knows that her father must be stopped, and that the city needs a new leader. Krey wants justice for Zeisha, Ovrun wants to be with Nora, and Zeisha doesn't want to fight at all, but find away to use what she can do to help others.
It kept me sucked in through the whole book, and with the glimpse we got from the thrid book I can't wait to read that one as well and see how everything is going to end.
June 21, 2020
Fighting for their survival. They have escaped the King but can they keep and save their new home. The King and his abilities to control minds is impressive and he continues to invade and take over cities. Zeisha is unhappy with using her abilities to kill, Krey has a secret he has been keeping all his life, even from the love of his life. Nora believes she can still bring her father back from the brink of insanity, and Ovrun loves Nora, but can he ever see himself as a king and her helpmate? Each of them must decide what will make them happy while fighting for their lives and the lives of the kingdom. War with the King is coming. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review
June 24, 2020
The main character in the book are Keisha ,Krey ,Oyrun and Nora they live in a well detailed amazing world that once you are in there you cannot escape.
There mission with the help of the Trogs is to stop the king from controlling all the minds of the people in the city.
They manage to avoid the King but may loose there new home.
Secrets revealed to Nora and Krey as you read the book.
As you read this book more is explained including history from previous book Frost Eater.
This is a love story for Ovrun and Nora will they stay happy together while fighting for the people ,the kingdom and there lives.
You will love this book especially if you read The Frost eater first,filled with magic,love,fighting and great characters trying to survive a great series cannot wait for next book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
There mission with the help of the Trogs is to stop the king from controlling all the minds of the people in the city.
They manage to avoid the King but may loose there new home.
Secrets revealed to Nora and Krey as you read the book.
As you read this book more is explained including history from previous book Frost Eater.
This is a love story for Ovrun and Nora will they stay happy together while fighting for the people ,the kingdom and there lives.
You will love this book especially if you read The Frost eater first,filled with magic,love,fighting and great characters trying to survive a great series cannot wait for next book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 12, 2021
So I’m bad and forgot to review this when I finished. Please forgive me!
What a fun follow up to the first book with so much build for the third. We get to follow right along where our last adventure ended and oh if I didn’t love seeing all these characters again!
The pace of this one is a wee bit slower at times than the first which is a bit bothersome but that’s more the fact of it being the middle book than any testament to its quality. The lulls are far and in-between.
And well, I can’t say much on the plot except that it’s wonderful but spoilery. The relationships continue to grow and as is a staple of the author’s work are realistic and well built!
What a fun follow up to the first book with so much build for the third. We get to follow right along where our last adventure ended and oh if I didn’t love seeing all these characters again!
The pace of this one is a wee bit slower at times than the first which is a bit bothersome but that’s more the fact of it being the middle book than any testament to its quality. The lulls are far and in-between.
And well, I can’t say much on the plot except that it’s wonderful but spoilery. The relationships continue to grow and as is a staple of the author’s work are realistic and well built!
March 30, 2021
That was a ride!
The magic system and world here are just so unique! Like, the creativity and thought that went in to this series off the charts. (Even if it does make me gag. 😆)
The characters are all well developed with their own unique personalities, No cookie cutters here. In fact, some of the characters have quite a lot of personality, and I find it hard to warm up to them.
On the other hand I’ve been around the Internet and I’ve seen some spoilers. So, I am super interested to get into the next book and find out how this all works out! So, bring it on.
The magic system and world here are just so unique! Like, the creativity and thought that went in to this series off the charts. (Even if it does make me gag. 😆)
The characters are all well developed with their own unique personalities, No cookie cutters here. In fact, some of the characters have quite a lot of personality, and I find it hard to warm up to them.
On the other hand I’ve been around the Internet and I’ve seen some spoilers. So, I am super interested to get into the next book and find out how this all works out! So, bring it on.
June 17, 2020
This middle book of the Magic Eaters Trilogy is, above all, a love story. Set against a backdrop of pre-war preparations, two young couples try to decide whether they can overcome their fundamental differences to find futures together. At the same time, separate clans of Trogs must decide whether they can work together to fight against their power-crazed King.
If you loved The Frost Eater, this book will not disappoint! It is an excellent addition to the series both in terms of personal characters' growth and strategy of the coming war preparations. Definitely not just a placeholder book, this is a solid entry jammed with fierce emotions, snippets of the past, and lots of new Magic!
If you loved The Frost Eater, this book will not disappoint! It is an excellent addition to the series both in terms of personal characters' growth and strategy of the coming war preparations. Definitely not just a placeholder book, this is a solid entry jammed with fierce emotions, snippets of the past, and lots of new Magic!
June 21, 2020
I received a complimentary copy of this book and am leaving an honest review
Wow. This is just as good as the first everything I really want to say would 100% spoil the book but the character development for all our main characters was done very well and felt very real. What happened/what we found out about Krey was something very shocking yet felt right/nice to learn more about. I truly loved Zeisha and everything she felt through in the book about what happened in the previous book felt so realistic.
I loved seeing more of the world and learning a bit more about the world as well a bit more about what is possible with the magic we know.
Overall this story is amazing just like the first. I love everything from the characters to the magic to the world just is so amazing and well written.
Wow. This is just as good as the first everything I really want to say would 100% spoil the book but the character development for all our main characters was done very well and felt very real. What happened/what we found out about Krey was something very shocking yet felt right/nice to learn more about. I truly loved Zeisha and everything she felt through in the book about what happened in the previous book felt so realistic.
I loved seeing more of the world and learning a bit more about the world as well a bit more about what is possible with the magic we know.
Overall this story is amazing just like the first. I love everything from the characters to the magic to the world just is so amazing and well written.
June 16, 2020
I loved this story. It is the story of a girl finding herself and accepting herself, while also trying not to let her friends down. There are some great twists (Krey!!) and the characters are really relatable. The world is intriguing and the extra detail we get in this book makes it more immersive. I loved the preday newspaper clippings at the start of each chapter, they seemed so genuine and had a great character themselves.
I can't wait for book 3!
I received a complimentary copy of this and am leaving my honest review.
I can't wait for book 3!
I received a complimentary copy of this and am leaving my honest review.
June 16, 2020
This book is a must read continuation. Life changes us in many ways even when we think we know how it should be. The journey of the friends from Ice Eaters continues. You will feel sorrow at some points in the book but also joy in others. Anger will raise its head as well. This is a book I just couldn’t put down because I needed to know what would happen next. I look forward to the next installment and wonder where we will go. Will Nora get what she wants or only what she needs. Will Kray get back what he wants or will he backslide?
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