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Harley Merlin #11
Finch Merlin and the Lost Map
Magical mapmaking is an ancient art—and also a major pain.
At least, Finch can’t help but feel that way, since Erebus transported him to the Mapmakers’ Monastery with little to no instructions. Now, he’s stranded on some Greek island until he can learn how to draw maps to places he thought only existed in legends, like El Dorado and Shangri-La.
Only the worthiest of magicals can attain such a rare skill. The weak are weeded out through nearly impossible tests that involve mind-bending poisons, weird plants, and… pottery-making?
But Finch isn’t the only one looking to learn the art of mapmaking. Magicals from all over the world are drawn to the Monastery. As Finch encounters both greedy treasure hunters and knowledge-hungry explorers, he must decide who is trustworthy and who has more sinister intentions.
When Erebus knocks on her door, Kenzie is roped into delivering secret messages to Finch using her ability to Morph into the bodies of animals. In exchange, the God of Darkness will reveal what she wants most: to find the lowlife who cursed her mother.
Both Finch and Kenzie know they’re pawns in Erebus’s long game—but to what end?
Buy now.
*Beware of spoilers in the reviews below that are without spoiler alerts.*
At least, Finch can’t help but feel that way, since Erebus transported him to the Mapmakers’ Monastery with little to no instructions. Now, he’s stranded on some Greek island until he can learn how to draw maps to places he thought only existed in legends, like El Dorado and Shangri-La.
Only the worthiest of magicals can attain such a rare skill. The weak are weeded out through nearly impossible tests that involve mind-bending poisons, weird plants, and… pottery-making?
But Finch isn’t the only one looking to learn the art of mapmaking. Magicals from all over the world are drawn to the Monastery. As Finch encounters both greedy treasure hunters and knowledge-hungry explorers, he must decide who is trustworthy and who has more sinister intentions.
When Erebus knocks on her door, Kenzie is roped into delivering secret messages to Finch using her ability to Morph into the bodies of animals. In exchange, the God of Darkness will reveal what she wants most: to find the lowlife who cursed her mother.
Both Finch and Kenzie know they’re pawns in Erebus’s long game—but to what end?
Buy now.
*Beware of spoilers in the reviews below that are without spoiler alerts.*
404 pages, Hardcover
First published August 28, 2019
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Bella Forrest is a lover of fantasy, romance, action, and mystery infused stories with twists you don’t see coming. She has sold over fifteen million books since her first novel was published in 2012.
Check out her website for a full list of her books: https://BellaForrest.com
Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BellaForrest...
Here's a list of some of Bella's books:
DARKLIGHT
Darklight (Book 1)
Darkthirst (Book 2)
Darkworld (Book 3)
Darkblood (Book 4)
Darktide (Book 5)
Darkbirth (Book 6)
Darkfall (Book 7)
Darkwilds (Book 8)
Darkhunt (Book 9)
A LOVE THAT ENDURES (Trilogy)
A Love that Endures 1
A Love that Endures 2
A Love that Endures 3
HARLEY MERLIN AND THE SECRET COVEN
Harley Merlin and the Secret Coven (Book 1)
Harley Merlin and the Mystery Twins (Book 2)
Harley Merlin and the Stolen Magicals (Book 3)
Harley Merlin and the First Ritual (Book 4)
Harley Merlin and the Broken Spell (Book 5)
Harley Merlin and the Cult of Eris (Book 6)
Harley Merlin and the Detector Fix (Book 7)
Harley Merlin and the Challenge of Chaos (Book 8)
Harley Merlin and the Mortal Pact (Book 9)
Finch Merlin and the Fount of Youth (Book 10)
Finch Merlin and the Lost Map (Book 11)
Finch Merlin and the Djinn's Curse (Book 12)
Finch Merlin and the Locked Gateway (Book 13)
Finch Merlin and the Forgotten Kingdom (Book 14)
Finch Merlin and the Everlasting Vow (Book 15)
Finch Merlin and the Blood Tie (Book 16)
Finch Merlin and the Legend of the Luminary
Persie Merlin and Leviathan's Gift (Book 18)
Persie Merlin and the Door to Nowhere (Book 19)
Persie Merlin and the Witch Hunters (Book 20)
Persie Merlin and the Dying Song (Book 21)
THE CHILD THIEF
The Child Thief (Book 1)
Deep Shadows (Book 2)
Thin Lines (Book 3)
Little Lies (Book 4)
Ghost Towns (Book 5)
Zero Hour (Book 6)
HOTBLOODS
Hotbloods (Book 1)
Hotbloods (Book 2): Coldbloods
Hotbloods (Book 3): Renegades
Hotbloods (Book 4): Venturers
Hotbloods (Book 5): Traitors
Hotbloods (Book 6): Allies
Hotbloods (Book 7): Invaders
Hotbloods (Book 8): Stargazers
THE GENDER GAME
The Gender Game (Book 1)
The Gender Secret (Book 2)
The Gender Lie (Book 3)
The Gender War (Book 4)
The Gender Fall (Book 5)
The Gender Plan (Book 6)
The Gender End (Book 7)
THE GIRL WHO DARED TO THINK
The Girl Who Dared to Think (Book 1)
The Girl Who Dared to Stand (Book 2)
The Girl Who Dared to Descend (Book 3)
The Girl Who Dared to Rise (Book 4)
The Girl Who Dared to Lead (Book 5)
The Girl Who Dared to Endure (Book 6
The Girl Who Dared to Fight (Book 7)
A SHADE OF VAMPIRE
Season 1: Derek & Sofia’s story
Books 1 to 7
Season 2: Rose & Caleb’s story
Books 8 to 16
Season 3: The Shade continues with a new hero...
Books 17 to 24
Season 4: A Clan of Novaks
Books 25 to 32
Season 5: A Dawn of Guardians
Books 33 to 41
Season 6: A Gift of Three
Books 42 to 50
Season 7: A Call of Vampires
Books 51 to 59
Season 8: A Voyage of Founders
Books 60 to 68
Season 9: A Birth of Fire
Books 69 to 77
Season 10: An Origin of Vampires
An Origin of Vampires (Book 78)
A Game of Death (Book 79)
A Veil of Dark (Book 80)
A Bringer of Night (Book 81)
A Circle of Nine (Book 82)
A Bender of Spirit (Book 83)
A Memory of Time (Book 84)
A Shard of Soul (Book 85)
A Break of Seals (Book 86)
Season 11: A Shade of Mystery
A Shade of Mystery (Book 87)
An Isle of Mirrors (Book 88)
A Sanctuary of Foes (Book 89)
A Ruler of Clones (Book 90)
A Gate of Light (Book 91)
A Dawn of Worlds (Book 92) ➜ Coming soon!
BELLA IS BACK!
*** New, updated online store at https://BellaForrest.com
*** New books coming soon
*** Possible Film/TV series coming soon
*** Stay up to date by joining our e-mail list at https://BellaForrest.com/join
###
Bella Forrest is a lover of fantasy, romance, action, and mystery infused stories with twists you don’t see coming. She has sold over fifteen million books since her first novel was published in 2012.
Check out her website for a full list of her books: https://BellaForrest.com
Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BellaForrest...
Here's a list of some of Bella's books:
DARKLIGHT
Darklight (Book 1)
Darkthirst (Book 2)
Darkworld (Book 3)
Darkblood (Book 4)
Darktide (Book 5)
Darkbirth (Book 6)
Darkfall (Book 7)
Darkwilds (Book 8)
Darkhunt (Book 9)
A LOVE THAT ENDURES (Trilogy)
A Love that Endures 1
A Love that Endures 2
A Love that Endures 3
HARLEY MERLIN AND THE SECRET COVEN
Harley Merlin and the Secret Coven (Book 1)
Harley Merlin and the Mystery Twins (Book 2)
Harley Merlin and the Stolen Magicals (Book 3)
Harley Merlin and the First Ritual (Book 4)
Harley Merlin and the Broken Spell (Book 5)
Harley Merlin and the Cult of Eris (Book 6)
Harley Merlin and the Detector Fix (Book 7)
Harley Merlin and the Challenge of Chaos (Book 8)
Harley Merlin and the Mortal Pact (Book 9)
Finch Merlin and the Fount of Youth (Book 10)
Finch Merlin and the Lost Map (Book 11)
Finch Merlin and the Djinn's Curse (Book 12)
Finch Merlin and the Locked Gateway (Book 13)
Finch Merlin and the Forgotten Kingdom (Book 14)
Finch Merlin and the Everlasting Vow (Book 15)
Finch Merlin and the Blood Tie (Book 16)
Finch Merlin and the Legend of the Luminary
Persie Merlin and Leviathan's Gift (Book 18)
Persie Merlin and the Door to Nowhere (Book 19)
Persie Merlin and the Witch Hunters (Book 20)
Persie Merlin and the Dying Song (Book 21)
THE CHILD THIEF
The Child Thief (Book 1)
Deep Shadows (Book 2)
Thin Lines (Book 3)
Little Lies (Book 4)
Ghost Towns (Book 5)
Zero Hour (Book 6)
HOTBLOODS
Hotbloods (Book 1)
Hotbloods (Book 2): Coldbloods
Hotbloods (Book 3): Renegades
Hotbloods (Book 4): Venturers
Hotbloods (Book 5): Traitors
Hotbloods (Book 6): Allies
Hotbloods (Book 7): Invaders
Hotbloods (Book 8): Stargazers
THE GENDER GAME
The Gender Game (Book 1)
The Gender Secret (Book 2)
The Gender Lie (Book 3)
The Gender War (Book 4)
The Gender Fall (Book 5)
The Gender Plan (Book 6)
The Gender End (Book 7)
THE GIRL WHO DARED TO THINK
The Girl Who Dared to Think (Book 1)
The Girl Who Dared to Stand (Book 2)
The Girl Who Dared to Descend (Book 3)
The Girl Who Dared to Rise (Book 4)
The Girl Who Dared to Lead (Book 5)
The Girl Who Dared to Endure (Book 6
The Girl Who Dared to Fight (Book 7)
A SHADE OF VAMPIRE
Season 1: Derek & Sofia’s story
Books 1 to 7
Season 2: Rose & Caleb’s story
Books 8 to 16
Season 3: The Shade continues with a new hero...
Books 17 to 24
Season 4: A Clan of Novaks
Books 25 to 32
Season 5: A Dawn of Guardians
Books 33 to 41
Season 6: A Gift of Three
Books 42 to 50
Season 7: A Call of Vampires
Books 51 to 59
Season 8: A Voyage of Founders
Books 60 to 68
Season 9: A Birth of Fire
Books 69 to 77
Season 10: An Origin of Vampires
An Origin of Vampires (Book 78)
A Game of Death (Book 79)
A Veil of Dark (Book 80)
A Bringer of Night (Book 81)
A Circle of Nine (Book 82)
A Bender of Spirit (Book 83)
A Memory of Time (Book 84)
A Shard of Soul (Book 85)
A Break of Seals (Book 86)
Season 11: A Shade of Mystery
A Shade of Mystery (Book 87)
An Isle of Mirrors (Book 88)
A Sanctuary of Foes (Book 89)
A Ruler of Clones (Book 90)
A Gate of Light (Book 91)
A Dawn of Worlds (Book 92) ➜ Coming soon!
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September 4, 2019
As usual, I was swept away and fully engrossed in the story before the end of the first chapter. I devoured this book and am waiting for the next as patiently as I can.
No spoilers: There are a few bits in this book that are foreshadowing the next. Keep an eye out for those. Fantastic new characters are introduced with some familiar abilities. Some rub Finch the wrong way and others he finds endearing. Either way, Finch has matured a great deal in this book. The author should be quite proud of her presentation of Finch and his growth as a person.
This book is less about the Children of Chaos and more about the, "Children of magic". There is a sense of direction coming into the tale surrounding Erebus, but it is not fully formulated in this book. Just enough information to make you anticipate the next!
No spoilers: There are a few bits in this book that are foreshadowing the next. Keep an eye out for those. Fantastic new characters are introduced with some familiar abilities. Some rub Finch the wrong way and others he finds endearing. Either way, Finch has matured a great deal in this book. The author should be quite proud of her presentation of Finch and his growth as a person.
This book is less about the Children of Chaos and more about the, "Children of magic". There is a sense of direction coming into the tale surrounding Erebus, but it is not fully formulated in this book. Just enough information to make you anticipate the next!
November 6, 2019
To this day I honestly don’t know how Bella Forrest does it, I have read the whole series of the ‘Harley Merlin’ books and not once have I been disappointed, Bella has a knack for writing books that 90% of people would enjoy (my humble opinion). I love the way Bella involves everyone we’ve been introduced to plus involving new characters along the way, each and every one has a pivotal role to play in the books. As it stands I have recommended the books to everyone I know and I promise I will be recommending the whole series to EVERYONE.
February 23, 2021
Finch is really starting to come into his own!
Reading from Finch’s POV is always interestimg.
The book jumps between him and Kenzie,his morph friend.
He must find a way into the Mapmakers Monastery as assigned by Erebus.
It's a fast paced book,full of intrigue,new characters,chaos,traitors and new realizations
Definitely worth the read!
I'd recommend reading this series in order.
Reading from Finch’s POV is always interestimg.
The book jumps between him and Kenzie,his morph friend.
He must find a way into the Mapmakers Monastery as assigned by Erebus.
It's a fast paced book,full of intrigue,new characters,chaos,traitors and new realizations
Definitely worth the read!
I'd recommend reading this series in order.
October 12, 2019
This book was AMAZING! The book before this one was pretty slow for me but I guess it made sense since it had to set up a whole new story line for the Finch Merlin series. But this book man it had me on the edge of my seat the whole time! Absolutely full of adventure and action. I could not put this book down. Love all the new characters! Love everything that is happening. Really DO NOT like Davin! Just saying. Keep them coming.
August 28, 2019
Finch Merlin is a engaging character - i love the world created in this book & im.enjoying this next installment in the series. The new characters are just as great as old favorites. But im desperate to find out what happens next - hurry up with the next release Bella, i need to find out what secrets are being kept!
September 10, 2019
The Monastery challenges were intriguing wondering who will pass and who will fail all the impossible tasks to win the opportunity for map making.s
I like Finch the character who turned from the bad guy to a good guy. Hopefully he will win his freedom from Erebus, now he is off to find the lost continent of Atlantis. All of which seem to be impossible tasks
I like Finch the character who turned from the bad guy to a good guy. Hopefully he will win his freedom from Erebus, now he is off to find the lost continent of Atlantis. All of which seem to be impossible tasks
November 27, 2019
What a ride!
What a great thriller as the story continues. It really seems as though Finch will never be freed from his duties. The different trials that he must endure has shown how intelligent he is even though at the end of this book it seems he will have an even greater task to complete which is why I can't wait for the next book!
What a great thriller as the story continues. It really seems as though Finch will never be freed from his duties. The different trials that he must endure has shown how intelligent he is even though at the end of this book it seems he will have an even greater task to complete which is why I can't wait for the next book!
November 20, 2019
Go Finch!
Finch’s story rivals his sister Harley’s. The book is interesting and enjoyable-a very good read. I recommend it to everyone.
Finch’s story rivals his sister Harley’s. The book is interesting and enjoyable-a very good read. I recommend it to everyone.
January 27, 2020
Love all of these books! Finches sense of humor is awesome and the adventures and twists just keep coming ! 😍🔥
February 9, 2020
So good
It's nice to be getting to know more characters. Kenzie is great and can't wait to read more with her.
It's nice to be getting to know more characters. Kenzie is great and can't wait to read more with her.
February 23, 2020
Harley Merlin 11
It is great being able to read how Finch is growing emotionally and magically in these books of the series.
It is great being able to read how Finch is growing emotionally and magically in these books of the series.
February 25, 2020
Excellent. Can't wait for the next one.
February 25, 2020
Great read, kept me on my toes.
December 29, 2020
I am back into the game of listening to the book. I like it again and will listen to the next one. Finch and friends are the best.
September 14, 2019
Feels like the first books in the series
I was beginning to feel as if the Finch series were not as interesting, but this book recaptured my interest. Likable characters, interesting problems to be solved and a problem whose resolution felt balanced and as if it helped those effected.
Thoroughly enjoyed this entire book.
I was beginning to feel as if the Finch series were not as interesting, but this book recaptured my interest. Likable characters, interesting problems to be solved and a problem whose resolution felt balanced and as if it helped those effected.
Thoroughly enjoyed this entire book.
November 28, 2019
Finch Merlin and the list map book 11
This was another winner. I just love this series. This author writes wonderful characters and the storylines are fantastic. She has a great imagination. The story gets you do involved you just want to keep on reading till you are finished. I highly recommend all her books and different series to young and old. Diana Romano
This was another winner. I just love this series. This author writes wonderful characters and the storylines are fantastic. She has a great imagination. The story gets you do involved you just want to keep on reading till you are finished. I highly recommend all her books and different series to young and old. Diana Romano
August 28, 2019
I'm loving this series about our boy Finch. Loved this character from the beginning. Loving the new characters in this book the two new friends seem cool. Finch get the girl you deserve so much tension and sparks are flying. Erebus I love and hate him but what is he upto. Keep them coming Bella.
August 31, 2019
I love this Series
This book was amazing, There were parts I laughed so hard and I felt like I was right there with them. I love how Bella can suck you in to the story and you feel like your living it. Finch is something else, I can’t wait to read more to see where it leads.
This book was amazing, There were parts I laughed so hard and I felt like I was right there with them. I love how Bella can suck you in to the story and you feel like your living it. Finch is something else, I can’t wait to read more to see where it leads.
September 2, 2019
Nerve wracking-ly good
I was really on the edge of my seat reading this. Bella Forrest is one of my favorite fantasy authors, and I really love how she has continued the Harley Merlin series with Finch taking the lead. I anxiously await the next installment.
I was really on the edge of my seat reading this. Bella Forrest is one of my favorite fantasy authors, and I really love how she has continued the Harley Merlin series with Finch taking the lead. I anxiously await the next installment.
November 9, 2019
Ugh I can't stand davin
I ThinkThink davin want to finish what Katherine started.
Can't wait for Finch and Ryan romance.
I'm still wondering what erubus wants the fountain of youth for just to get it at any cause his has to blackmail
I ThinkThink davin want to finish what Katherine started.
Can't wait for Finch and Ryan romance.
I'm still wondering what erubus wants the fountain of youth for just to get it at any cause his has to blackmail
September 5, 2019
It was Pretty Good butt....
I really did enjoy the book but it felt like it was missing something, I just can't put my finger on it. I am living Finch and his new friends that he is picking up. I would still recommend it to anyone who wants a good read
I really did enjoy the book but it felt like it was missing something, I just can't put my finger on it. I am living Finch and his new friends that he is picking up. I would still recommend it to anyone who wants a good read
September 5, 2019
Fantastic
The Finch Merlin books and new characters are fantastic! Finch is off from one adventure to another and every part is mysterious and exciting! What is Erubus and Davin after??!!
The Finch Merlin books and new characters are fantastic! Finch is off from one adventure to another and every part is mysterious and exciting! What is Erubus and Davin after??!!
September 11, 2019
Loving this finch story
Just pure brilliance watching finch grow into a wonderful bloke caring about others and just trying to be the good guy. Even if he's working for the Prince of darkness .. And new strong characters thrown in too
Just pure brilliance watching finch grow into a wonderful bloke caring about others and just trying to be the good guy. Even if he's working for the Prince of darkness .. And new strong characters thrown in too
September 18, 2019
Love Kinsey
Great story and so happy to see some happiness for Kinsie! Can't wait for the next one! Really want to see if Ryann stays with her boyfriend or finally admits her feeling for Finch!
Great story and so happy to see some happiness for Kinsie! Can't wait for the next one! Really want to see if Ryann stays with her boyfriend or finally admits her feeling for Finch!
September 22, 2019
Very enjoyable great reading
I really enjoyed this book and loved the characters.I can't wait to see what will happen next for Finch and his friends since now they are caught with what Erebus wants Finch doing for him.
I really enjoyed this book and loved the characters.I can't wait to see what will happen next for Finch and his friends since now they are caught with what Erebus wants Finch doing for him.
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October 2, 2019Fast paced book 11 by Bella Forrest
Finch working for evil because of his killing his Mother who wanted to destroy the world. In order to save everyone he has to do what he is told or else.
Finch working for evil because of his killing his Mother who wanted to destroy the world. In order to save everyone he has to do what he is told or else.
October 11, 2019
Excellent
I am really enjoying this series, filled with wonder at every turn! I like the continuation of the Harely Merlin series with Finch being the lead in his own adventures. Excited to see what happens next.
I am really enjoying this series, filled with wonder at every turn! I like the continuation of the Harely Merlin series with Finch being the lead in his own adventures. Excited to see what happens next.
November 3, 2019
Great read
I'm still just enthralled by the entire Harley Merlin series, but I can't help but miss the RAG team in the last few books. Hopefully they will make an appearance in future novels. It's just not the same without Harley and Wade and the others!
I'm still just enthralled by the entire Harley Merlin series, but I can't help but miss the RAG team in the last few books. Hopefully they will make an appearance in future novels. It's just not the same without Harley and Wade and the others!
September 5, 2019
Great read
I am looking forward to the book in this series. I am so pleased that the storyline is advancing so smoothly.
I am looking forward to the book in this series. I am so pleased that the storyline is advancing so smoothly.
September 20, 2019
Picking up
Story really picking up now! New characters introduced . Now waiting for book 12.
Finch still beholden to Erebus, but now he's a mapmaker perhaps this will go soon
Story really picking up now! New characters introduced . Now waiting for book 12.
Finch still beholden to Erebus, but now he's a mapmaker perhaps this will go soon
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