A War for Magic

Legacy of Light #1

by Michelle Bryan, M. Lynn

Previously published as Prophecy of Darkness.

I never meant to tear the kingdom apart or fall in love with its princess.

The prince is truer than any brother could be, but I hope he never risks his life for mine.

And who am I? Davion, an orphan boy with no family name, no history. 

The only two things I own are the heart beating inside my chest and the sword I’ll use to defend the royal family. 

Even if it kills me.

Our kingdom is dying, and the only thing that can save us is a magic I’ve never seen, one I can hardly believe in. 

Yet, I will follow the prince and princess across the border into the dark kingdom if that’s what it takes. 

I just never imagined the greatest threat to the realm was me. 

A full-length fantasy with plenty of magic, adventure, and swoon-worthy romance.

The Legacy of Light series:

A War For Magic A War For Truth A War for Love

Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Magic, Ebooks, Romantasy, High Fantasy, Fantasy Romance

282 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 12, 2019

Reviews

[Stephanie Augustine]

Yes, this book was amazing. Yes, this book was so engaging. Yes, I could not put this book down.

Oh - you need more than that?

In all seriousness I loved this book so much. From the beginning up till the end. One of my least favorite tropes is the "I didn't know I loved my best friend until someone else shows interest." But somehow they made this work. I think it was the way it was written - which shows how good it is if one of my least favorite tropes work! The way the plot and the events were set up worked so well together to create a wonderful end product. It was fast paced but engaging the whole time. The ending was a little predictable but did not stop me from gasping when it happened.

I loved all these characters. Trystan, Rissa and Davion all grew up together and the chemistry between them was really well done. While the childhood wasn't a big detail for them, they was they interacted together showed how close they are. Then enter Lady Alixa, whom I love. She definitely forced herself into the group but I loved her character. While all blend very well, Lady Alixa stood out to me. Alixa was strong and did not stand for anything that she didn't agree with. Theirs is a story I cannot wait to continue.

Overall, this book was fantastic. If you are looking for a great adventure with some forbidden romance while looking for lost magic... then pick this book up now!

[Brittney's Review]

Fantasy books tend to walk a fine line between building a world that is outlandish and fantastical and one that the reader can lose themselves in and be drawn into. This book does a great job accomplishing both. It is well written and has an engaging plot that leaves the reader flipping page after page till the end. Lucky for readers this is just the start of an amazing series. I can't wait to see where the characters end up next.

[Stasia Roze]

Lovely story

A wonderful tale about a kingdom in turmoil. Magic was stolen 20 years ago and the lands have suffered since. Year on year more crops have failed and food is being rationed throughout. Can our MMC Trystan, his 2nd Davi, and his sister Rissa save the kingdom from the enemy and get magic back.

This is a nice easy read, the pacing and world building are great as are the character developments. The balance between the two authors, Lynn and Bryan is extremely well done. I actually forgot there were 2 authors for this book because everything blends so well.

I particularly like how Rissa has been written. Not only is she a strong minded woman who knows exactly what she wants and how to get it, but she's also tested by the male dominance we (women) experience in life. Her father and brother (the king and the prince) take away her choices on most things and side with each other, rarely siding with her. Not only is this true to the time of the story, but it still happens today and I liked that the authors included that and made a point about Rissas feelings and emotions when it happens.

I also thoroughly enjoy that it's Davi, not a female character, being used for his looks. It's a refreshing change to the usual and very funny! A particular favour is his line "why is it hard being the beautiful one?" After having to sit next to a strange woman to secure a wagon ride for the group.

The bromance between Trystan and Davi is so sweet, it's really lovely reading about strong powerful men who are also dependent on their emotional connection to their friends. The authors really are good at characterisation and they should be so proud of themselves.

[gerald morson]

Very very good

End it no end a great cast of characters ,a great start to the legacy of light thank you Michelle and M

[Zahava (pallor17reads on YouTube)]

A really good time. I had originally started this book on Kindle as a free promotional read and liked it so much by about the time I got to chapter four, I stopped reading and went and purchased the trilogy on Amazon directly. Good move. Though not a particularly compelling plotline, the book did just what I needed, as it was straightforward, uncomplicated, and the prose itself was accessible and flowed nicely. Aside from a couple of typos (missed words and syntax issues), this book was a welcome respite from the incredibly confusing prose of the last 3 books I've had to DNF before reading this one. I will very likely binge read the last two volumes. The series is definitely set up as a trilogy and leaves you with a cliffhanger ending, which, though somewhat predictable, was nonetheless incredibly satisfying, if only because I got to pat myself on the back for figuring some things out ahead of time. I prefer when books are like this and do not shun plotlines that prove to me how right I am, lol. Great effort if you want an easy, satisfying read. The characters are new adults more than young adults. There is some light, closed door spice, which is handled appropriately. I care about the characters and want to see them win. Woot!

[✧.*Emma✧.*]

~3.75 stars
Although I didn't get some parts this was still very fun to read and the characters were all very likable!

[Cym]

This romantasy seems promising, although the build-up is kind of slow. It gets boring most of the time. But it’s understandable as it’s first of a series and the authors hope for the readers to get to know the characters. What I didn’t like was that they talk like modern people, even though the setting was in realms of magic and there’s a royal family. Also, it’s as if the editors got tired and left a lot of erroneous texts in. There were some twists that were somehow predictable and it’s a cliffhanger.

[Krista]

I enjoyed this book. It was a pretty quick read and had similar qualities to Harry Potter, in that the main characters are two guys and a girl (except one boy and one girl are royal siblings). The characters a likeable and the story is a typical hero's journey. My only complaint is that the book ended quite abruptly, but that just meant I had to buy the second immediately, so well played, Michelle Bryan.

[Cheryl Kulas]

Amazing! Authentic! Can't put down!

I'm fascinated by the tales of old with magic & gods & fae. The different worlds authors can imagine & create are magnificent. To plot & plan, write to make all of that creation fit & work together, to keep all of it straight in their minds is truly inspiring!
Excellent read. I'd recommend it for ages 10 to 200+.

[Kathleen Johnstone]

3.5 stars rounded to 4.
Great epic fantasy story. Good world building and enjoyable characters. Magic and an adventure that is fun to follow. The story is somewhat predictable as enough is given away/hinted at that you get a good feel as to where the story is going. I really do love the adventure they are going on, and would recommend this story.

[Linda Kelly]

Give your book an ENDING for the love of god. Unacceptable. I will never read another book by Michelle Bryan. Ever. The ending was not even close to closing the storyline. I get a series of books but each book should end one plot and then begin the next book with same setting & characters but different direction. Nope. I’m done. This is outrageous.

[See Sew]

A powerful story, told well with appropriate descriptive vocabulary. However, at times the language used especially during sections of speech was far too Americanised and modern. It did not fit with the general narrative style or genre of this story and made it awkward. Should have been picked up during the editing process.

[Simon Mcleish]

Interesting background for this fantasy series beginner, with the decay of magic clearly meant to evoke thoughts of our real life environmental crisis, but the YA storyline is a jarring companion to it for me.

[Pedro Bedro]

A good series starter, I got this on Bookbub and read it in a day. It has some good plot twists and I can speculate on the outcome so will probably not look for the rest of the series unless they are reduced on offer.

[Keisha Barnes]

The ending spoiled it for me…

Why did it feel like a rush towards the end? It’s almost as if someone told the author ‘time’s up!’ and they just slapped a few words together and said ‘to be continued…’

[Liza]

Interesting land where the magic was stolen 20 years ago.

There are currently 3 regions. They don't get along very well but aren't actively fighting. There are a couple of people showing signs of magic.

Can they unite the world or will this just start a new war?

[Fredrick Adkins]

Great read

The characters were well defined and the adventure intriguing. I think it well worth ones time to read the beginning of a great adventure.

[Emily Sullivan]

Fun twists!

[Anna]

I'm sorry but this book was just so badly written. The story and characters needed to be flushed out, it was all so surfice level and it was hard to care for the characters.

[☽ Unladylike Magic ☾]

DNF @ 65%

[Mekayla]

Not bad, was a bit slow at first, but I love the characters. The end really got better.

[Joyce Grenis]

Classic complications of youth with the complications of people who need to be in charge at any cost. Davion was a twist that we did not see coming and definitely livened up the narrative.

[Live Hobbies and Pets]

Interesting story, hope to read soon the next book.

[Sonia Santos]

Intriguing

This book was engaging and had a lot of plot twists and turns which made me want to read more. I can't wait to read what comes next.

[Erin Zelnio]

DNF at 40%. it was just too cliché and sophomoric. Too much telling, too little showing.

[RICHARD BRUMBAUGH]

A Little Light Magic

The savagery of ambition is up against the purity of youth in the story or love, righteousness, and devotion to friends and a cause.

[Kelly]

It draws you in and leaves you hanging. You must get the sequel.

[Ariana]

3.75

[Kaz Herring]

This is definitely young adult.
While I enjoyed it I wont be rushing to buy the next one.

[Saundra Wright]

The beginning of a great epic fantasy adventure! This collaboration results in intricate, fast-moving plots and in-depth character creation. Grab A War for Magic and join the fight to restore magic to a dying land.

Since presented with a prophesy when prince Trystan was five, the king has believed his son would be the hero to save their crumbling kingdom. At that time, he brought home an orphan boy of the same age. The seer foresaw the boy, Davion becoming the prince’s most loyal friend and protector.

Along with the princess, Rissa, the children were raised as near equals. However, Rissa sees Davion as anything but a brother, while Trystan sadly acknowledges that the two will never be able to fulfill the love they have for one another.

It is the eve of change for this trio. Most of the younger generation of the land no longer believe in magic. It was stripped away twenty years ago. Now that Trystan has taken his place as the head of the kingdom’s armed forces, with Davion as his second in command, they will begin the dangerous adventure to restore the magic that used to sustain the kingdom! Can magic be restored? Or will their land perish? Will everyone survive this perilous quest?