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Twilight's Curse
Zoe:
All elves have magic. Mine is living magic which is great for helping plants grow.
But when my parents found out, they used me as their lab rat covering my body in tattoos meant to control me. Instead, the tattoos came to life. Their last experiment fractured my magic, so I fled their fortress.
Now I live in secrecy with an odd hermit and a home full of brownies and abandoned children. But when the children are kidnapped and taken to the fortress, I’m forced to face my past and fix my broken magic to rescue them.
And then there’s Nix. I wish he’d stop getting in the way.
Nix:
My parents, the king and queen of the Twilight Realm, were killed when I was a child. Too young to take the throne, I grew up in obscurity with no desire to become king.
But the regents threaten my sister and terrorize the citizens. I must become king and restore peace to the Twilight Realm. First, I need convince a certain female elf with knowledge of the fortress and amazing fighting skills to join me.
And maybe she’ll find out I’m not such a bad elf after all. If only she’d stop throwing her daggers at me.
Twilight’s Curse is the first book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy. It is set in a land governed by elves and is a Young Adult fantasy filled with memorable characters, a slow burn clean romance, magic, dragons and fighting.
All elves have magic. Mine is living magic which is great for helping plants grow.
But when my parents found out, they used me as their lab rat covering my body in tattoos meant to control me. Instead, the tattoos came to life. Their last experiment fractured my magic, so I fled their fortress.
Now I live in secrecy with an odd hermit and a home full of brownies and abandoned children. But when the children are kidnapped and taken to the fortress, I’m forced to face my past and fix my broken magic to rescue them.
And then there’s Nix. I wish he’d stop getting in the way.
Nix:
My parents, the king and queen of the Twilight Realm, were killed when I was a child. Too young to take the throne, I grew up in obscurity with no desire to become king.
But the regents threaten my sister and terrorize the citizens. I must become king and restore peace to the Twilight Realm. First, I need convince a certain female elf with knowledge of the fortress and amazing fighting skills to join me.
And maybe she’ll find out I’m not such a bad elf after all. If only she’d stop throwing her daggers at me.
Twilight’s Curse is the first book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy. It is set in a land governed by elves and is a Young Adult fantasy filled with memorable characters, a slow burn clean romance, magic, dragons and fighting.
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Published October 22, 2021
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October 23, 2021
3.5 Stars
Twilight's Curse is the first book in The Twilight Realm Trilogy by K.M. Wray. It is a YA fantasy adventure story with elves, dragons, magic, action, drama, battle scenes, and emotions.
The world building is original and gives the story its own unique identity. Ms. Wray has done a good job of bringing her 'world', characters, and story to life - only I was the barrier to truly enjoying this story as I couldn't fully connect with the characters or their story. I am hoping that the next book may remedy that, because this type of story is normally my jam. But this has set the trilogy off to an interesting start, laying the foundations, and giving me a taste of what's yet to come.
Thank you, K.M Wray!
Twilight's Curse is the first book in The Twilight Realm Trilogy by K.M. Wray. It is a YA fantasy adventure story with elves, dragons, magic, action, drama, battle scenes, and emotions.
The world building is original and gives the story its own unique identity. Ms. Wray has done a good job of bringing her 'world', characters, and story to life - only I was the barrier to truly enjoying this story as I couldn't fully connect with the characters or their story. I am hoping that the next book may remedy that, because this type of story is normally my jam. But this has set the trilogy off to an interesting start, laying the foundations, and giving me a taste of what's yet to come.
Thank you, K.M Wray!
October 20, 2021
*I have received an advanced reader's copy of the book from Reedsy Discovery in exchange for my honest review.
The Twilight's Curse is a spellbinding YA fantasy novel that embraces the meaning of power and magic held in an enchanting elve realm.
The Twilight's Curse is a magical, captivating, exceptional young adult fantasy novel written by K.M. Wray, an English teacher and fantasy fiction writer. This is her third published book and the beginning of a new series. Ms. Wray is an unknown author for me, but I love reading mysterious, fantasy young adult novels full of secrets, magical realms, strong characters, and adventures that will keep my eyes glued to the page. The story synopsis and the beautifully illustrated book cover drew me in as a reader and writer. I truly enjoyed reading this book. I found it delightful and creative as there were some aspects that I had never read in a young adult fantasy novel before. The story's pace and intensity of Zoe escaping her parents and realizing the trauma she has faced reminded me of a Cassandra Clare novel. Zoe's bravery and the power she possesses with her magic are extraordinary. The author's writing style is symbolic, and she has written a fantastic story that fits well into the young adult fantasy genre.
Twilight's Curse tells the story of Zoe, an elve who possesses a particular type of magic with the power to bring things alive and help plants grow. When her parents learn about her gifts, they experiment with her body and power. Zoe's mother, Lady Sirina Dion, mixes dark magic with Zoe's and creates tattoos on Zoe's body. Each of the tattoos has a purpose, and Zoe can use them to protect herself and others. Zoe's parents, Lady Sirina Dion and Lord Leski Dion, have a malicious plan to turn their daughter into an assassin to help them take over the Twilight Realm.
The Twilight Realm is under the care of King Alistar and his family. One night, the Dion family gained access to the Royal Tree and invaded the property. Lord Leski was on a mission to kill the king and queen for banishing him from the realm. He believes the only way for him to take over the realm is to kill King Alistar and his wife. That same night, Prince Phonix watched his parents sacrifice themselves to save the kingdom. Prince Phonix and his sister were taken care of by their royal advisors.
Prince Phonix lost his parents, and his sister was taken to another realm in the care of her nurse. They needed to escape and hide from the Dions. Prince Phonix's Royal Advisor, Nate, decided that he was not old enough to take his father's place, but Nate works with him and teaches him the duties and responsibilities to take his place as king when the time comes. The day where Prince Phonix needs to calm his birthright is fast approaching.
Zoe runs away with Dasha, a young girl her mother was experimenting with. Zoe couldn't take the abuse from her parents any longer. She didn't want any more treatments or tattoos on her body. She knew her parents were evil and up to no good and found a way to escape. Nate takes in Zoe and Dasha and gives them a place to live and the chance to learn more about themselves. Lady Sirina and Lord Leski have guards searching for their daughter, and she runs into trouble when Maxiom finds her in the woods. Prince Phoenix and Zoe become friends and fight off the guards, but they don't realize that they need each other to save the Twilight Realm. Zoe doesn't even know her friend is the Prince, and he doesn't know that Zoe is the daughter of Lady Sirina and Lord Leski.
Will they be able to work together to save the Twilight Realm? Lady Sirina and Lord Leski threaten Nix's sister and terrorize the town, but he can't fight them independently. He needs Zoe's strong magical abilities and familiarity with the fortress to gather an army to take them down.
One of my favorite aspects of this book is that it takes place in a land governed by elves. Not too many young adult fantasy books have elves as the main focus. I have read stories with the mention of elves, but they have never been the main star. The world the author creates is so beautiful and well-thought-out. It is unique and out of the ordinary. There are small creatures called brownies, and they take care of housekeeping, children, cooking, and protecting the royal tree. The trees are turned into elves' and brownies' homes, and the way the author describes the living arrangements, you would think the tree was a mansion: a spiral staircase, chef's kitchen, bedrooms, library. It's just so magnificent, and she describes the setting very well. The author uses descriptive words and literary elements to bring the story alive. The character development is unbelievable. I think Zoe is my favorite character because of how brave and strong she is, but she has the ability to bring her dragon tattoos alive, and they help her fight off the bad guys. I would have never thought about making a character's tattoo come to life.
The secrets between Zoe's identity and Prince Phoenix and learning how they needed one another to defeat Lord Leski and Lady Sirina were both heartwarming and scary because Zoe is going after her own parents. Zoe and Nix lean on one another to get through challenging situations and overcome trauma. K.M. Wray has created an amazing story with all the elements of a good fantasy, classic good versus evil tale. If you love reading young adult fantasy novels with well-crafted characters and a female heroine discovering her gifts to save the realm, you must read Twilight's Curse.
I can't wait to read the next book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy.
The Twilight's Curse is a spellbinding YA fantasy novel that embraces the meaning of power and magic held in an enchanting elve realm.
The Twilight's Curse is a magical, captivating, exceptional young adult fantasy novel written by K.M. Wray, an English teacher and fantasy fiction writer. This is her third published book and the beginning of a new series. Ms. Wray is an unknown author for me, but I love reading mysterious, fantasy young adult novels full of secrets, magical realms, strong characters, and adventures that will keep my eyes glued to the page. The story synopsis and the beautifully illustrated book cover drew me in as a reader and writer. I truly enjoyed reading this book. I found it delightful and creative as there were some aspects that I had never read in a young adult fantasy novel before. The story's pace and intensity of Zoe escaping her parents and realizing the trauma she has faced reminded me of a Cassandra Clare novel. Zoe's bravery and the power she possesses with her magic are extraordinary. The author's writing style is symbolic, and she has written a fantastic story that fits well into the young adult fantasy genre.
Twilight's Curse tells the story of Zoe, an elve who possesses a particular type of magic with the power to bring things alive and help plants grow. When her parents learn about her gifts, they experiment with her body and power. Zoe's mother, Lady Sirina Dion, mixes dark magic with Zoe's and creates tattoos on Zoe's body. Each of the tattoos has a purpose, and Zoe can use them to protect herself and others. Zoe's parents, Lady Sirina Dion and Lord Leski Dion, have a malicious plan to turn their daughter into an assassin to help them take over the Twilight Realm.
The Twilight Realm is under the care of King Alistar and his family. One night, the Dion family gained access to the Royal Tree and invaded the property. Lord Leski was on a mission to kill the king and queen for banishing him from the realm. He believes the only way for him to take over the realm is to kill King Alistar and his wife. That same night, Prince Phonix watched his parents sacrifice themselves to save the kingdom. Prince Phonix and his sister were taken care of by their royal advisors.
Prince Phonix lost his parents, and his sister was taken to another realm in the care of her nurse. They needed to escape and hide from the Dions. Prince Phonix's Royal Advisor, Nate, decided that he was not old enough to take his father's place, but Nate works with him and teaches him the duties and responsibilities to take his place as king when the time comes. The day where Prince Phonix needs to calm his birthright is fast approaching.
Zoe runs away with Dasha, a young girl her mother was experimenting with. Zoe couldn't take the abuse from her parents any longer. She didn't want any more treatments or tattoos on her body. She knew her parents were evil and up to no good and found a way to escape. Nate takes in Zoe and Dasha and gives them a place to live and the chance to learn more about themselves. Lady Sirina and Lord Leski have guards searching for their daughter, and she runs into trouble when Maxiom finds her in the woods. Prince Phoenix and Zoe become friends and fight off the guards, but they don't realize that they need each other to save the Twilight Realm. Zoe doesn't even know her friend is the Prince, and he doesn't know that Zoe is the daughter of Lady Sirina and Lord Leski.
Will they be able to work together to save the Twilight Realm? Lady Sirina and Lord Leski threaten Nix's sister and terrorize the town, but he can't fight them independently. He needs Zoe's strong magical abilities and familiarity with the fortress to gather an army to take them down.
One of my favorite aspects of this book is that it takes place in a land governed by elves. Not too many young adult fantasy books have elves as the main focus. I have read stories with the mention of elves, but they have never been the main star. The world the author creates is so beautiful and well-thought-out. It is unique and out of the ordinary. There are small creatures called brownies, and they take care of housekeeping, children, cooking, and protecting the royal tree. The trees are turned into elves' and brownies' homes, and the way the author describes the living arrangements, you would think the tree was a mansion: a spiral staircase, chef's kitchen, bedrooms, library. It's just so magnificent, and she describes the setting very well. The author uses descriptive words and literary elements to bring the story alive. The character development is unbelievable. I think Zoe is my favorite character because of how brave and strong she is, but she has the ability to bring her dragon tattoos alive, and they help her fight off the bad guys. I would have never thought about making a character's tattoo come to life.
The secrets between Zoe's identity and Prince Phoenix and learning how they needed one another to defeat Lord Leski and Lady Sirina were both heartwarming and scary because Zoe is going after her own parents. Zoe and Nix lean on one another to get through challenging situations and overcome trauma. K.M. Wray has created an amazing story with all the elements of a good fantasy, classic good versus evil tale. If you love reading young adult fantasy novels with well-crafted characters and a female heroine discovering her gifts to save the realm, you must read Twilight's Curse.
I can't wait to read the next book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy.
October 25, 2021
The writing.. the story.. the characters... ALL OF IT! It’s amazing. I did not want to put this book down, but life forced me to take a couple of days to finish it. KM Wray did an amazing job getting this story down on paper and introducing us all to an incredible world full of elves, brownies, and other mystical beings.
We start out learning the origin story of Nix and everything that he had to go through as a child with losing his parents and watching his realm be taken over by the people that killed them. He and his father’s royal advisor fled the Royal tree and remained in hiding for some time to make the regents believe that the prince had not survived. Nate advised him and taught him all that he could while remaining his mentor over the years. He wanted Nix prepared for when the time came for him to finally take his rightful place as the new King. There are a few time-jumps that take place, so we rely on present-day memories to help us fill in the gaps of missing time.
We then meet Zoe – we do a couple of time jumps with her as well until we’re in the present time. She was experimented on by her parents with painful tattoos, treated horribly by her brother, and finally fled the fortress with one of the younger girls that had also been getting the experimental tattoos and treatment. When she fled, she had nowhere to go and ended up with a character that we already know. She is tough, resilient, and is learning from her new home and life experiences. Her goal is to stop her mother and save anyone else who has become a victim of those horrible experiments.
The two of them meeting and filling in the blanks of their histories really held my attention. There was a future foretold that seems to be coming true, there are surprises that you never see coming, and I love the friendship that appears to slowly be turning into something more as time goes on. I cannot wait to see what the rest of the series brings. I look forward to reading the rest of this trilogy. If you haven’t picked it up yet, it’s the time! Thank you, KM Wray, for writing something SO GOOD!
We start out learning the origin story of Nix and everything that he had to go through as a child with losing his parents and watching his realm be taken over by the people that killed them. He and his father’s royal advisor fled the Royal tree and remained in hiding for some time to make the regents believe that the prince had not survived. Nate advised him and taught him all that he could while remaining his mentor over the years. He wanted Nix prepared for when the time came for him to finally take his rightful place as the new King. There are a few time-jumps that take place, so we rely on present-day memories to help us fill in the gaps of missing time.
We then meet Zoe – we do a couple of time jumps with her as well until we’re in the present time. She was experimented on by her parents with painful tattoos, treated horribly by her brother, and finally fled the fortress with one of the younger girls that had also been getting the experimental tattoos and treatment. When she fled, she had nowhere to go and ended up with a character that we already know. She is tough, resilient, and is learning from her new home and life experiences. Her goal is to stop her mother and save anyone else who has become a victim of those horrible experiments.
The two of them meeting and filling in the blanks of their histories really held my attention. There was a future foretold that seems to be coming true, there are surprises that you never see coming, and I love the friendship that appears to slowly be turning into something more as time goes on. I cannot wait to see what the rest of the series brings. I look forward to reading the rest of this trilogy. If you haven’t picked it up yet, it’s the time! Thank you, KM Wray, for writing something SO GOOD!
October 23, 2021
I loved this book so much, it kept me in anticipation through out reading! I loved the mystery surrounding the main characters as well as the hidden truth that needed to unravel! The book brought on questions for me, and I was left wanting more. The whole mysterious altitude this book gave was wonderfully done!
Zoe and Nix were wonderfully written as well as brought to life. I could not get enough of them personally. They both were different souls, that had to rely on one another to face what they were going through, more less enduring. Both of them were magical in their own way, and I found each of them learned life lessons as i found that was a big part of the book, was emotional drama yes that would lead to peace and understanding that lead to learning something. It was something that spoke with heart to me, and made me feel happy inside to read on! The novel and its plot lines was wonderfully done!
There was so much more to this story though than just action and life lessons. There was danger, mystical beings, mysterious moments, suspense and so much more. I loved the world itself and the descriptive tones the author used to describe it, in truth it was breathtaking to imagine, and the way the story flowed had me hooked. I am very much looking forward to reading the next installment!
The story and the words flowed so evenly and nicely as I read through this book! I loved every aspect of it, and I feel young adults and people who are grown adults who still love their visits to mythical words and fantasy would as well! I certainly did! This was a new author for me, I loved reading this first installment and I will be for sure reading more installments in the series! Highly recommend this book!
Zoe and Nix were wonderfully written as well as brought to life. I could not get enough of them personally. They both were different souls, that had to rely on one another to face what they were going through, more less enduring. Both of them were magical in their own way, and I found each of them learned life lessons as i found that was a big part of the book, was emotional drama yes that would lead to peace and understanding that lead to learning something. It was something that spoke with heart to me, and made me feel happy inside to read on! The novel and its plot lines was wonderfully done!
There was so much more to this story though than just action and life lessons. There was danger, mystical beings, mysterious moments, suspense and so much more. I loved the world itself and the descriptive tones the author used to describe it, in truth it was breathtaking to imagine, and the way the story flowed had me hooked. I am very much looking forward to reading the next installment!
The story and the words flowed so evenly and nicely as I read through this book! I loved every aspect of it, and I feel young adults and people who are grown adults who still love their visits to mythical words and fantasy would as well! I certainly did! This was a new author for me, I loved reading this first installment and I will be for sure reading more installments in the series! Highly recommend this book!
November 1, 2021
It took me a while to decide what to say when it comes to Twilight’s Curse by K.M. Wray. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it was very intriguing. My first time reading a book in regards to Elven Fantasy.
The Fantasy realm the author created seemed beautiful in exception to those characters who went against the grain and changed things.
Nix, the Crown Prince Phoenix, is in hiding after watching his parents slaughter at a young age. Zoe, an elf with extremely strong powers, is the daughter of the traitors who killed Nix’s parents so they could rule the Twilight Realm.
When they cross paths they have no idea how important they will be to one another. Nor are they aware that the same elf, Nate, was the one who mentored both of them.
Escaping from the regent was the only thing Zoe could do to stop the experiments her mom kept performing on her. Tattooing her skin with different spells that contain dark magic, little does her mother know that the light within her daughter is too great for the dark magic, which Zoe uses to her advantage.
Together Nix and Zoe have to help take down her parents and guide him to his rightful place, as King of the Twilight Realm.
The Fantasy realm the author created seemed beautiful in exception to those characters who went against the grain and changed things.
Nix, the Crown Prince Phoenix, is in hiding after watching his parents slaughter at a young age. Zoe, an elf with extremely strong powers, is the daughter of the traitors who killed Nix’s parents so they could rule the Twilight Realm.
When they cross paths they have no idea how important they will be to one another. Nor are they aware that the same elf, Nate, was the one who mentored both of them.
Escaping from the regent was the only thing Zoe could do to stop the experiments her mom kept performing on her. Tattooing her skin with different spells that contain dark magic, little does her mother know that the light within her daughter is too great for the dark magic, which Zoe uses to her advantage.
Together Nix and Zoe have to help take down her parents and guide him to his rightful place, as King of the Twilight Realm.
November 5, 2021
Amazing world building! I loved the description of the trees they lived in, especially the Royal Tree, and the magic used to make them expand or hide rooms and halls. The book also talks about other ways elves build house with wood and bricks - the non-elf way to do it. Which seemed funny since that is how all our buildings are built! The idea of the different realms and the rivers that connected them, I was learning so much about their world as I read! The main characters were very likable and I was rooting for them throughout the book. Nix is the prince of the Twilight Realm and saw his parents, the king and queen, killed when he was 13 and went into hiding. I had not read many elvish stories before so I loved learning that they are still considered children until they turn 100! Zoe’s parents tricked and killed the king and queen. She was used as a canvas for her mother’s dark magic and tattoos and escaped when she was young. Her magic helps her tattoos come alive and I love her dragons! Nix and Zoe have to work together to make things right in the Twilight Realm. I enjoyed getting to know the nurturing brownies who took care of everyone and Nate the royal advisor. Overall really amazing book!
October 22, 2021
This is a great fantasy story that is full of adventure, magic and best of all elves which I really enjoyed reading. This is a well written story that has creative characters and even some romance. This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed being pulled into the story by her attention to details. Her creative characters brought life to the story and kept me turning pages to the end. They are full of magic and action. This is a story about Zoe and Nix. They are both elves which are in need of help from each other. She has magic that is broken and needs to fix it. He needs her to stop throwing daggers at him so she can join him in this fight for peace. What happens next I highly recommend reading this book to find out. It is a great young adult story that I would suggest to any young adult looking for a fun adventure. This is a great book to pick up and highly recommend doing so.
October 31, 2021
Twilight’s Curse (Twilight Realm Series Book 1) by K. M. Wray - Review by Allyson Ware
People always say not to judge a book by its cover. That is easy enough for me to overlook, but the title of the book is what catches my eye. When I started this book based on the title, I never imagined it would turn out the way it did. Does the title make sense now? Of course. However, when I read this book, this is what I imagined "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" would be about.
This novel is enveloped in a vast array of magic and uncertainty; within the characters, of course. Nix and Zoe each tell their story in a way that leaves the reader wanting more information. You get to watch these two find themselves through each other. I feel that this novel would be amazing for any uncertain soul; there are a few amazing lessons that have the potential to be incredibly helpful to anyone willing to take such advice.
People always say not to judge a book by its cover. That is easy enough for me to overlook, but the title of the book is what catches my eye. When I started this book based on the title, I never imagined it would turn out the way it did. Does the title make sense now? Of course. However, when I read this book, this is what I imagined "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" would be about.
This novel is enveloped in a vast array of magic and uncertainty; within the characters, of course. Nix and Zoe each tell their story in a way that leaves the reader wanting more information. You get to watch these two find themselves through each other. I feel that this novel would be amazing for any uncertain soul; there are a few amazing lessons that have the potential to be incredibly helpful to anyone willing to take such advice.
October 22, 2021
This is the first book I have read from this author and while geared toward the middle to high school reader, I loved this book. I feel like the author has done a wonderful job of creating a story that not only is appealing to the young adult reader but to the adult reader as well. Especially if you love reading fantasy, folksy, myth and stories. She did a great job making me feel as though I was in this world around me. Her characters are amazing. I truly love the elves in this book. In fact, I wanted to be one. This book reminded me of several book series I love, and it took me on a ride to a realm I want to live in. I look forward to the continuation of this series and will certainly be checking out some of the other books by this author. Do yourself a favor and pick up this book to read.
October 26, 2021
First off, it’s been so long since I’ve read a good Elvish story! K.M Wray did an amazing job with this book. I don’t think I could praise it enough. The characters jumped off the pages, the world building was beautiful, magical and vivid. Her attention to detail and ability to tie it all together really brought the story to another level. If you love strong female leads who know their way around a sword and a guy who will stop at nothing to rescue his people even if it means dodging a few daggers to get the help he needs then this is the book for you! Twilight curse is the first book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy. It has magic, adventure, character growth, meaningful lessons, and even a little romance!
October 27, 2021
I really enjoyed this elven story. The characters are multi-faceted and complex; they have weathered their own hardships and become very interesting characters. A lot happens in the plot, and I was hooked, wondering what would happen next. Nix and Zoe are both great heroes, even though they each doubt themselves in different ways. Their mentor manages to be supportive, encouraging, and helpful, nudging them into confronting their demons, but never over-stepping or pointing the way. Despite their misgivings, they are destined for greatness, and I enjoyed every minute of watching them grow into the confident, capable beings they were meant to be. I look forward to the continuation of the story.
November 3, 2021
Great YA Fantasy full of magic, elves . First I have to say the cover of this book is beautiful and really caught my eye. This is a great story of Nix and Zoe. Nix (aka Prince Phoenix) was young when his mother and father, whom were queen and king of the Twilight Realm passed away, because of an evil being, Lord Leski. Elek, a royal advisor, keeps Nix safe as promised to the King and when Nix is old enough, he can claim the throne as King of the Twilight Realm.
Zoe grew up being used as "lab rat" by her own mother by creating tattoo's on Zoe since her magic is living magic. You find out that Zoe's mother is the Lady Sirina and her father is Lord Leski, whom were responsible for the deaths of Nix's parents. Zoe gets to a point when being used for her mothers experiments, she runs away from home. Along the way, she meets Nix...
Will Nix and Zoe learn to work together to save the realm? This story is truly fantastic and highly recommended!
Zoe grew up being used as "lab rat" by her own mother by creating tattoo's on Zoe since her magic is living magic. You find out that Zoe's mother is the Lady Sirina and her father is Lord Leski, whom were responsible for the deaths of Nix's parents. Zoe gets to a point when being used for her mothers experiments, she runs away from home. Along the way, she meets Nix...
Will Nix and Zoe learn to work together to save the realm? This story is truly fantastic and highly recommended!
October 27, 2021
A fully-loaded start to the series! What I enjoyed most about this book was the complex world-building and well-rounded characters. Starting from Nix’s background story to Zoe’s beginning, we learn about their dark lives before the two meet. Though their reasons are their own, the two are like two halves of a whole in the events of the book and hold your attention from the first page until the last. The fantastical elements in this YA story are more like the complex elements you see in other/older books – but done in a clean way. Twilight’s Curse has set the pace for what I hope to be an enthralling next couple of books!
November 4, 2021
This book was wonderful from the first page! KW Wray does a fantastic job immersing you in the world of her book with her excellent story telling and in depth descriptions. I haven't read young adult fantasy in a very long time, and it's just as wonderful and beautiful as I remember.
Magic, beauty, tragedy, romance, battles, hope, elves, brownies and dragons are all enveloped in this book.
You will want to meet Zoe and Nix as they tell their stories. I really feel that there is some good points about life buried in this book that will speak to many people. Even if you're not into young adult or fantasy/magic stories, if you like an engaging tale with a wonderfully immersive world - check out this book. I look forward to the rest of the trilogy!
Magic, beauty, tragedy, romance, battles, hope, elves, brownies and dragons are all enveloped in this book.
You will want to meet Zoe and Nix as they tell their stories. I really feel that there is some good points about life buried in this book that will speak to many people. Even if you're not into young adult or fantasy/magic stories, if you like an engaging tale with a wonderfully immersive world - check out this book. I look forward to the rest of the trilogy!
October 22, 2021
3.5
Twilight’s Curse is the first book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy by K.M. Wray. It is a YA fantasy story with elves and brownies, magic and dragons, fighting and action, pain and sorrow, hope and wonder. This was my first time reading a book from this author. The plot and characters are interesting, and there is a little bit of emotions that leak through. There is action and hate, love and lies, pain and sorrow and betrayal. I found I could not fully immerse and lose myself in the story. I needed something more. But please don’t let my thoughts deter you, I am a fussy paranormal fantasy reader.
If you love YA fantasy, give it a go you may just love it.
Twilight’s Curse is the first book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy by K.M. Wray. It is a YA fantasy story with elves and brownies, magic and dragons, fighting and action, pain and sorrow, hope and wonder. This was my first time reading a book from this author. The plot and characters are interesting, and there is a little bit of emotions that leak through. There is action and hate, love and lies, pain and sorrow and betrayal. I found I could not fully immerse and lose myself in the story. I needed something more. But please don’t let my thoughts deter you, I am a fussy paranormal fantasy reader.
If you love YA fantasy, give it a go you may just love it.
October 24, 2021
This book was amazing, I loved it. I couldn’t put it down. The way this book was written it almost makes you feel like you are standing there and watching everything happen. Trying to make the world a better place for everyone and trying to get the kingdom out from the control of his parents, was just amazing. Nix is an amazing character and is so well written, that he is the hero if the story. The control his parents have over everyone is such a fear base that no one was standing up, but betrayed from his own family, Nix tries to make it right. I really hope that there will be more to this story. I enjoyed it and kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time.
October 31, 2021
I give, Twilight's Curse: Book 1 Twilight Realm Trilogy by K.M. Wray, 5 stars.
This is YA fantasy at its finest. I will tell you though that is is not a story full of only light and happiness. There is darkness and tragedy, but not too much for the YA reader this is intended for. The premise of this book actually starts with tragedy. But that does not mean that is all this book has to offer. There are good, light moments too. At the heart, this is about our two main characters struggling with who they were and what they are supposed to be. All of the characters in this story are very unique and special. Besides a good story, characters are what really make a book phenomenal. The author has achieved this in spades.
Then there is the story itself. It is essentially a coming of age story based around Nix and Zoe. Like I have mentioned, there is pain and tragedy, but here is also light, hope, and love. I was constantly turning the page, wondering what would happen next.
This is a YA fantasy that weaves a tale you will not soon forget. While it is written for for young adult to enjoy, it really is for adults too. I cannot wait for the next book!
This is YA fantasy at its finest. I will tell you though that is is not a story full of only light and happiness. There is darkness and tragedy, but not too much for the YA reader this is intended for. The premise of this book actually starts with tragedy. But that does not mean that is all this book has to offer. There are good, light moments too. At the heart, this is about our two main characters struggling with who they were and what they are supposed to be. All of the characters in this story are very unique and special. Besides a good story, characters are what really make a book phenomenal. The author has achieved this in spades.
Then there is the story itself. It is essentially a coming of age story based around Nix and Zoe. Like I have mentioned, there is pain and tragedy, but here is also light, hope, and love. I was constantly turning the page, wondering what would happen next.
This is a YA fantasy that weaves a tale you will not soon forget. While it is written for for young adult to enjoy, it really is for adults too. I cannot wait for the next book!
October 26, 2021
This book was amazing! I always enjoy reading teen and young adult books just as a way to destress and because I’m a sucker for a fantasy story. I adored the way the point of view alternated back and forth, and the connections between the two main characters that were multi-level. The way the characters were so unique made me just need to know how they were going to succeed at their goal! I really can’t wait to see what comes next! Also, Zoe’s tattoos and the differences between her and Nix in the way they grew up are really present and still beautiful. It makes so much sense in the way they approach each other and the world in general.
October 22, 2021
Twilights curse should most definitely be adapted for a TV show or movie (only if it does it justice). This book teaches a beautiful lesson on forgiveness, the power in vulnerability, and the beauty in trusting in your own abilities. I loved the details that were used to describe every second of the book. It made imagining the storyline very easy. This YA romance was very sweet and reminded me what it felt like to be a teenager in love. I can’t wait to read the next book!
October 23, 2021
I love stories like this! There are some many characters, a lot of action and suspense plus the magical element lead to a good story. We have elves and brownies that garner the attention of the story. I loved following both Zoe and Nix on their individual respective journey then when they mesh together things really get interesting. They both had some early life struggles that tugged at my heart. I was pleased with the growth of each of their characters.
This is a soft ending meaning it will pick up with book 2. I highly enjoyed reading this and look forward to more in this series.
This is a soft ending meaning it will pick up with book 2. I highly enjoyed reading this and look forward to more in this series.
October 25, 2021
Twilight’s Curse (Twilight Realm Series Book 1) by K. M. Wray is the first installment in this series and all I can say is wow. Filled with dragons, elves, action, drama, and of course magic this book has everything a fantasy reader could want. Ms. Wray's word building is original and her plot and story line flow beautifully. Combine that with her amazing characters and scenery descriptions and you have a fantastic adventure. Ms. Wray tells her story wonderfully and has a way of pulling the reader right in. So if your looking for a great weekend read then I highly recommend Twilight’s Curse (Twilight Realm Series Book 1) by K. M. Wray. I know I for one can't wait for Book two.
November 3, 2021
It had been awhile since I had read a fantasy novel and this had a lot to live up to and it was up to the task! K.M.Wray has a way with words and is able to spin them to create a wonderful world.
Prince Phoenix of the Elves witnesses both his parents murdered by usurpers to the crown and on that night he knows he must grow up much faster than normal elves. Zoe, daughter of those usurpers, has escaped her mother’s experimentations in hopes of a better life. When they meet neither one knows who the other is. Together they must go up against Zoe’s parents and take back the Twilight Realm and in the process learn about themselves and each other.
There are so many ways this story could go and I look forward to reading that journey.
Prince Phoenix of the Elves witnesses both his parents murdered by usurpers to the crown and on that night he knows he must grow up much faster than normal elves. Zoe, daughter of those usurpers, has escaped her mother’s experimentations in hopes of a better life. When they meet neither one knows who the other is. Together they must go up against Zoe’s parents and take back the Twilight Realm and in the process learn about themselves and each other.
There are so many ways this story could go and I look forward to reading that journey.
October 23, 2021
Mystery, Royalty and Eleven magic
This was a brilliant first book to what I am predicting is going to be an awesome YA fantasy trilogy. I fell in love with Nix and Zoe and the world created by K. M. Wray. The story is full of action and doesn’t get hung up on drama. The romance is clean, almost innocent, and I really enjoyed that the major focus was on the adventure and the character’s self discovery. I absolutely can not wait for book 2.
This was a brilliant first book to what I am predicting is going to be an awesome YA fantasy trilogy. I fell in love with Nix and Zoe and the world created by K. M. Wray. The story is full of action and doesn’t get hung up on drama. The romance is clean, almost innocent, and I really enjoyed that the major focus was on the adventure and the character’s self discovery. I absolutely can not wait for book 2.
October 24, 2021
Overall this was a great start to a series, with some phenomenal world building. I love that its original, I haven’t read something like this before and I love fantasy genre- so it definitely kept me reading. I am looking forward to more character growth in the following books, KM Wray has set it up for great potential though. There is plenty of drama and action to keep you on edge, and that sweet clean romance that you look for in the Young Adult genre.
November 6, 2021
What a delightful whimsical story! Nix, the Crown Prince, has to go into hiding after watching his parents slaughter at a young age. Zoe, an elf, is the daughter of the traitors who killed Nix’s parents so they could rule the Twilight Realm. Little did these two realize how much they need each other until their paths cross. This was such a great, easy read. I cannot wait to read the second book.
November 1, 2021
Twilight's Curse by K.M. Wray is the first book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy. This is a brilliant YA fantasy book that really captures interest of all readers.
The story is an exciting one. It grabs your attention right from the start and really pulls you into it. Zoe and Nix are such great characters. They for me make the story. It can like you could really connect with them and the journey they go on.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it was definitely a good one yo start with. I think it really showcased how strong the writing is and I am excited to ready the rest of the Trilogy.
The story is an exciting one. It grabs your attention right from the start and really pulls you into it. Zoe and Nix are such great characters. They for me make the story. It can like you could really connect with them and the journey they go on.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it was definitely a good one yo start with. I think it really showcased how strong the writing is and I am excited to ready the rest of the Trilogy.
October 25, 2021
Such an adventurous sweet read! I love Zoe and how she's not your damsel in distress. Her magic is such an interesting concept to me. I am also partial to YA fantasy books! I really loved the descriptions of the elf homes and the details of the different characters. The story flows so well with Nix and Zoe growing up into child-adults. I can't wait to read book 2 to see where the story leads!
October 26, 2021
Twilight's Curse (Book 1) by K.M. Wray
I decided to read this book because it sounded intriguing and I am glad I did. This book is great story and it follows two characters. I love when writers do this, it makes me feel like multiple stories in one. love this book cant wait to read the next one.
I decided to read this book because it sounded intriguing and I am glad I did. This book is great story and it follows two characters. I love when writers do this, it makes me feel like multiple stories in one. love this book cant wait to read the next one.
October 31, 2021
The world building in this book was done really well. It made me feel like I was in the book. I really liked the characters and their personalities. The elves were really cool. This was a well written YA book. I look forward to reading more of this series.
October 25, 2021
This book has everything I love in a story. I was not disappointed. Also this was my first book I’ve read written by this author, it flowed very well, and the characters were great. Very interested in the remaining books in this series!!
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