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The Relics of War #2
The Talisman of Delucha
Ravin is an anomaly amongst those who use magic. He refuses to join the Council of Auras and tie his fate to the wizards, and long ago escaped a terrible fate amongst the Enlightened, called the Shadow Council by some. His escape gave him freedom few others with his power enjoy, and he means to keep it, no matter the cost.
Serving as an advisor to the Deluchan queen, Ravin learns a powerful relic is kept deep within the catacombs below the palace. War is on Delucha’s doorstep, brought about by none other than the council he fled from and their Soulless leaders. He resolves to retrieve the relic in order to combat the imminent threat, but collecting the Talisman of Delucha is not without its own danger.
As the Soulless’ army prepares to besiege the Deluchan capitol, Ravin makes one final, desperate attempt to secure the Talisman. The kingdom’s survival depends on his success, but time is not on his side.
Serving as an advisor to the Deluchan queen, Ravin learns a powerful relic is kept deep within the catacombs below the palace. War is on Delucha’s doorstep, brought about by none other than the council he fled from and their Soulless leaders. He resolves to retrieve the relic in order to combat the imminent threat, but collecting the Talisman of Delucha is not without its own danger.
As the Soulless’ army prepares to besiege the Deluchan capitol, Ravin makes one final, desperate attempt to secure the Talisman. The kingdom’s survival depends on his success, but time is not on his side.
- GenresFantasy
373 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2009
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A.J. Calvin
13 books54 followersA.J. Calvin is a science fiction/fantasy novelist from Loveland, Colorado known best for The Caein Legacy series and The Relics of War series. By day, she works as a microbiologist, but in her free time she writes. She lives with her husband, a turtle, and a salt water aquarium.
When she is not working or writing, she enjoys scuba diving, hiking, and playing video games.
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For more information on the author and news about her writing, please visit her website at www.ajcalvin.net.
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November 14, 2022
THE TALISMAN OF DELUCHA is another wonderful installment in The Relics of War series. This is a book I feel like I could read multiple times and glean something new from the characters and exquisite world building with every reread. AJ Calvin does such a great job writing complex characters and interesting fantasy worlds. I loved the way the writing made me connect in small moments with the characters. Favorite moments: Tavesin who is so gifted and so desperately wants to find Arra. His powerlessness as he watches her communicate with him through visions, brutalized, with him unable to do anything was heartbreaking. Emra’s moment of realization when she finds an important relic and realizes something about her destiny. I loved watching her organizing an army. Ravin, Adalin and too much mead 😊. This was a great second installment to the series and I look forward to book three. 5/5 stars.
April 8, 2023
I was excited to return to the world of The Relics of War after really enjoying The Moon’s Eye last year, and book two – The Talisman of Delucha has firmly established this as a series that I love. Calvin has crafted a story in this series that has all the atmosphere and hallmarks of classic fantasy, while being entirely it’s own beast.
The worldbuilding was my favourite element of the first book, and that has continued here, as Calvin has not rested on her laurels. Now that the foundation of this world has been firmly established, the Talisman of Delucha with its sprawling, ongoing conflicts on many fronts both personal and engulfing entire areas and people has expanded the world apace. This is a multi-Pov story which means that we have multiple windows into the world, and Calvin uses that to great effect to let the world expand in breadth and depth in the most organic way possible. We are getting to experience the ins and outs of the various cultures, the different approaches to magic and fighting and diplomacy through their eyes as it is encountered, which not only evades the potential for info-dumps but also makes each new element essential because it is impacting the situation or the character.
What made the worldbuilding for me, even more in this book than the first, is how the author wove together the fantastical elements, with the personal threads of each character – both main and secondary – and then with the political and diplomatic elements and of course the action. There are secrets, lies…and truths, and betrayals and each step taken in this book was one tied to a dozen different threads – each of which would have an impact somewhere in the story or the world, whether immediately evident or not. In this, and through so many elements of the worldbuilding Calvin has created a cohesive, living, breathing world of cause and effect, and I can’t help but be invested in everything when I know that it is all going to play out in one way or another.
‘He could not maintain the triple effort for much longer without draining himself dry. It was an outcome he could not afford; Tavesin needed his guidance and protection, and allowing Jannyn to break free was unthinkable.’
I especially like the limitations on the magic. We see the cost of overusing it, whether through exhaustion or having to prioritise what it is used for in a situation where it is needed for many things. I always enjoy seeing magic with cost/limitations, and where it is an incredibly powerful and useful tool, but not a fix-all, and Calvin has captured that perfectly with Tavesin and Ravin. And in turn I liked how the author then used that to flow into other aspects of the story, with Ravin’s realisation that he was needed with the army and with Tavesin; while Tavesin was pushed and pulled by his desire to save his friend, and the realisation that he needed more power and/or help if he was to help her. Again, lending to that feeling of a cohesive world.
As the worldbuilding came into its own in this second book, so did the characters. We got to see them established in The Moon’s Eye and begin their journeys, and now we continue to follow them through four main storylines that are like leylines, leading towards points of connection whose impact were fantastic to read and changed the paths of individuals and the story as a whole. Calvin’s characterisation in the first book was great, but it felt like it reached a new level here – and extended not just through our main characters, but to the secondary characters and the villains as well. In fact two of my favourite characters in this book were Adalin and Emra, who played such vital roles in multiple threads as it turned out, but weren’t our main POV characters. Vardak who was my favourite in the first book, remains a favourite – as does Ravin.
As with many elements of the book, we get to see the impact of previous events and decisions on the characters, and how they spill into present and shape future decisions. We see this through Vardak’s guilt over Janna, and his continued efforts to free his brother, while also bearing the weight of being a leader in war and having his path shaped by Emra and wider events. We see it in Ravin as he realises that his path has changed, that he is needed by someone and that he is stepping into a role very different from his previous aim.
Calvin is immensely skilled at bringing all these character elements together, delving into the emotional depth of each individual and within each interpersonal relationship, which adds so much to each decision and each interaction, because these are characters we know, that we care for and that we understand regardless of whether they are human or not.
“Alyra, who never had a mind for tactics, and Kama who certainly did. If the Soulless are as organized as we believe, it must be Kama behind the army’s movements. Dranamir would never have called a retreat, from what I understand.”
I also found myself really enjoying reading the villains – The Soulless. All the characters are brilliantly brought to life, but there was just something about the Soulless that made for really compelling reading, perhaps because of the way they are with their cunning and infighting, the fact that they are always in flux amongst themselves, even as the fight against them goes on. I also very much appreciate that Calvin takes the time to let us get to know them, to see them beyond being the enemy – whether that is in their interpersonal relationship, or how they interact with the Murkor and others. It enriched them, and meant that it no longer became a black and white case of who you were supporting even as the story itself is very much about a war with the protagonists taking centre stage.
This is a wonderfully compelling book. Calvin’s prose is fantastic, and her battle scenes and emotional moments are both beautifully crafted and capture the different intensities. The pacing is spot on, with the feeling of inevitable moving towards what comes next, while still taking the time to have those all important moments to breathe and feel.
The Talisman of Delucha has not only built on the foundation laid by the first book in terms of worldbuilding and establishing the characters and plot, but it has continued to build up those layers, to create a very compelling book that thoroughly embraces the feel of classic fantasy. The bar has been raised by this second instalment, and I’m very much looking forward to picking up the third book in the trilogy – especially with a title like ‘The War of the Nameless’. I would absolutely recommend the Relics of War if you want rich worldbuilding, classic fantasy and a fantastically realised, diverse character-driven story.
The worldbuilding was my favourite element of the first book, and that has continued here, as Calvin has not rested on her laurels. Now that the foundation of this world has been firmly established, the Talisman of Delucha with its sprawling, ongoing conflicts on many fronts both personal and engulfing entire areas and people has expanded the world apace. This is a multi-Pov story which means that we have multiple windows into the world, and Calvin uses that to great effect to let the world expand in breadth and depth in the most organic way possible. We are getting to experience the ins and outs of the various cultures, the different approaches to magic and fighting and diplomacy through their eyes as it is encountered, which not only evades the potential for info-dumps but also makes each new element essential because it is impacting the situation or the character.
What made the worldbuilding for me, even more in this book than the first, is how the author wove together the fantastical elements, with the personal threads of each character – both main and secondary – and then with the political and diplomatic elements and of course the action. There are secrets, lies…and truths, and betrayals and each step taken in this book was one tied to a dozen different threads – each of which would have an impact somewhere in the story or the world, whether immediately evident or not. In this, and through so many elements of the worldbuilding Calvin has created a cohesive, living, breathing world of cause and effect, and I can’t help but be invested in everything when I know that it is all going to play out in one way or another.
‘He could not maintain the triple effort for much longer without draining himself dry. It was an outcome he could not afford; Tavesin needed his guidance and protection, and allowing Jannyn to break free was unthinkable.’
I especially like the limitations on the magic. We see the cost of overusing it, whether through exhaustion or having to prioritise what it is used for in a situation where it is needed for many things. I always enjoy seeing magic with cost/limitations, and where it is an incredibly powerful and useful tool, but not a fix-all, and Calvin has captured that perfectly with Tavesin and Ravin. And in turn I liked how the author then used that to flow into other aspects of the story, with Ravin’s realisation that he was needed with the army and with Tavesin; while Tavesin was pushed and pulled by his desire to save his friend, and the realisation that he needed more power and/or help if he was to help her. Again, lending to that feeling of a cohesive world.
As the worldbuilding came into its own in this second book, so did the characters. We got to see them established in The Moon’s Eye and begin their journeys, and now we continue to follow them through four main storylines that are like leylines, leading towards points of connection whose impact were fantastic to read and changed the paths of individuals and the story as a whole. Calvin’s characterisation in the first book was great, but it felt like it reached a new level here – and extended not just through our main characters, but to the secondary characters and the villains as well. In fact two of my favourite characters in this book were Adalin and Emra, who played such vital roles in multiple threads as it turned out, but weren’t our main POV characters. Vardak who was my favourite in the first book, remains a favourite – as does Ravin.
As with many elements of the book, we get to see the impact of previous events and decisions on the characters, and how they spill into present and shape future decisions. We see this through Vardak’s guilt over Janna, and his continued efforts to free his brother, while also bearing the weight of being a leader in war and having his path shaped by Emra and wider events. We see it in Ravin as he realises that his path has changed, that he is needed by someone and that he is stepping into a role very different from his previous aim.
Calvin is immensely skilled at bringing all these character elements together, delving into the emotional depth of each individual and within each interpersonal relationship, which adds so much to each decision and each interaction, because these are characters we know, that we care for and that we understand regardless of whether they are human or not.
“Alyra, who never had a mind for tactics, and Kama who certainly did. If the Soulless are as organized as we believe, it must be Kama behind the army’s movements. Dranamir would never have called a retreat, from what I understand.”
I also found myself really enjoying reading the villains – The Soulless. All the characters are brilliantly brought to life, but there was just something about the Soulless that made for really compelling reading, perhaps because of the way they are with their cunning and infighting, the fact that they are always in flux amongst themselves, even as the fight against them goes on. I also very much appreciate that Calvin takes the time to let us get to know them, to see them beyond being the enemy – whether that is in their interpersonal relationship, or how they interact with the Murkor and others. It enriched them, and meant that it no longer became a black and white case of who you were supporting even as the story itself is very much about a war with the protagonists taking centre stage.
This is a wonderfully compelling book. Calvin’s prose is fantastic, and her battle scenes and emotional moments are both beautifully crafted and capture the different intensities. The pacing is spot on, with the feeling of inevitable moving towards what comes next, while still taking the time to have those all important moments to breathe and feel.
The Talisman of Delucha has not only built on the foundation laid by the first book in terms of worldbuilding and establishing the characters and plot, but it has continued to build up those layers, to create a very compelling book that thoroughly embraces the feel of classic fantasy. The bar has been raised by this second instalment, and I’m very much looking forward to picking up the third book in the trilogy – especially with a title like ‘The War of the Nameless’. I would absolutely recommend the Relics of War if you want rich worldbuilding, classic fantasy and a fantastically realised, diverse character-driven story.
May 10, 2023
The Talisman of Delucha is the excellent sequel to A.J. Calvin’s The Moon’s Eye and the second book in The Relics of War trilogy. Full of action, backstabbing and fascinating lore, Calvin continues to draw me into her wonderfully realized world.
All the surviving characters, I won’t say who, continue on their journeys that were set up on The Moon’s Eye and their relationships deepen, or splinter, in believable and exciting ways. The one character I will mention is Ravin, seeing as he’s mentioned in the blurb. While he was in the first novel, his appearance was late in the story and we only got a taste of what he had to offer. TToD is more his book and he quickly became my favorite character. That’s not to say the others weren’t great as well, which is more than half of what makes me love this series. Never was I dreading to read a POV, every character is interesting, with exciting story to go with them.
The stakes continue to rise, with the threat becoming more clear and some epic battles. I’m pretty sure there was a point for every character where I was worried for their well-being or the outcome of whatever perilous situation they found themselves in. Everything builds up to a thrilling battle that concludes this novel in truly epic fashion.
If you loved The Moon’s Eye, chances are you’re going to love The Talisman of Delucha just as much, if not more. With higher stakes, bigger battles and higher emotions, A.J. Calvin avoids middle-book-syndrome by allowing the story and characters to naturally grow while still maintaining a break neck pace. The Talisman of Delucha truly delivers the EPIC in epic fantasy.
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All the surviving characters, I won’t say who, continue on their journeys that were set up on The Moon’s Eye and their relationships deepen, or splinter, in believable and exciting ways. The one character I will mention is Ravin, seeing as he’s mentioned in the blurb. While he was in the first novel, his appearance was late in the story and we only got a taste of what he had to offer. TToD is more his book and he quickly became my favorite character. That’s not to say the others weren’t great as well, which is more than half of what makes me love this series. Never was I dreading to read a POV, every character is interesting, with exciting story to go with them.
The stakes continue to rise, with the threat becoming more clear and some epic battles. I’m pretty sure there was a point for every character where I was worried for their well-being or the outcome of whatever perilous situation they found themselves in. Everything builds up to a thrilling battle that concludes this novel in truly epic fashion.
If you loved The Moon’s Eye, chances are you’re going to love The Talisman of Delucha just as much, if not more. With higher stakes, bigger battles and higher emotions, A.J. Calvin avoids middle-book-syndrome by allowing the story and characters to naturally grow while still maintaining a break neck pace. The Talisman of Delucha truly delivers the EPIC in epic fantasy.
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October 3, 2022
Full disclosure: I was provided an Advanced Reader Copy of this book (which has in no way influenced my review), in exchange for an honest review, which I have provided below.
I continued my journey into fantasy author A.J. Calvin's "The Relics of War" series with her follow-up to "The Moon's Eye", entitled "The Talisman of Delucha". I found it to be a great second installment, and whetted my appetite for the conclusion to the trilogy, to see if the despicable Soulless can achieve their conquest of the Five Kingdoms, or if the powers arrayed against them can prevail in the face of overwhelming odds.
With most of the primary characters established in "The Moon's Eye", we follow these players through four main storylines, that you can guess are bound to intertwine at various points in the narrative, with stunning results.
First, the aspiring magician, Tavesin practices his skills under the tutelage of the Sorcerers of the Shining Tower. Tavesin will need to be at his most powerful, if he is to find his beloved friend Arra, whom he believes has been abducted by the Dark Tower, along with other magic apprentices. Knowing that Arra likely lies in the clutches of the evil Soulless - demon-like figures who serve an even darker master known as the Nameless - is driving Tavesin to desperation, and unpredictability. His desire to save his friend may lead him to take unwise risks that could compromise the safety of those who have sheltered and trained him in the magic arts.
Next, we learn that Ravin remains serving the Queen of Delucha as a magical advisor, conjointly training the queen and her consort - Jasom - in the arts of magic. Pursued as a love interest by the alluring but likely untrustworthy Duchess of Mers, and other ladies of the court, Ravin's true aim is to capture Dranamir, one of the accursed Soulless, and devotes his considerable abilities to the task.
Meanwhile, Aran'daj and Jal'den continue to lead the Murkor Clan in battle against their will, fighting for the Soulless because their choice is fight, or face a horrible death at the hands of their Soulless masters. An attack by the Murkor at the Pines ends in disaster and defeat by humans including knights. The Murkor are forced to retreat when the Soulless abandon them. But Aran'daj and Jal'den are playing a dangerous game, plotting how to free themselves and those who follow them from Soulless control.
Finally, the main protagonist from "The Moon's Eye", Vardak, one of the Scorpion Men (half-scorpion, half-humanoid creatures from a stoic warrior culture) continues his mission to negotiate the release of his brother Travin, held captive by the Murkor clan. Besides his efforts to save his sibling, Vardak carries guilt surrounding the demise of his friend Janna, daughter of the goddess Flariel, and is seeking to bring meaning to her death. Consequently, Vardak is searching for guidance from the Wizards at Dar Daelad. Accompanying him are the knight Emra, the Airess Dannes, the soldier Lucas, and other bold companions. But when a haunted sword comes into Emra's possession, it changes the course of Vardak's quest, and potentially the fate of the world.
As with the previous book, Calvin deftly characterizes a central group of players, which includes beings of diverse races including the Scorpion Men, the Murkors, magicians, the undead Soulless, and more. The varying motivations, desires, and goals of the characters, and how they conflict and converge, is very well done.
I believe the Soulless, clearly the villains of the books, are emerging as my favourite characters to read. Their infighting, deviousness, and mercurial natures make for entertaining reading. With Dranamir's hate of Alyra, and competing for the attention of their Nameless Master, Jannyn's lust for Alyra, Kama's cunning manipulation of the Murkor, while seemingly valuing them beyond what is typical for the callous Soulless, and the enigma that is Garin, the Soulless are a fascinating bunch. Emra also emerged as a favourite, for me outshining Vardak as a charismatic lead. I'm hoping to see more of her in the next book.
Calvin's prose continues to be strong, and her battle scenes are well-crafted and intense. As I stated in my review of "The Moon's Eye", this series is shaping up to be one with a classic fantasy feel, well-paced, well-written, with very good character work, and quite enjoyable to read. It does not necessarily provide as compelling themes as I have read in some other works, but what it does well (aforementioned), it does VERY well, and that is a lot.
"The Talisman of Delucha" is definitely a recommended read, and as noted above, I'm very much looking forward to reading "The War of the Nameless", the final book in the series.
4.5 stars out of 5!
I continued my journey into fantasy author A.J. Calvin's "The Relics of War" series with her follow-up to "The Moon's Eye", entitled "The Talisman of Delucha". I found it to be a great second installment, and whetted my appetite for the conclusion to the trilogy, to see if the despicable Soulless can achieve their conquest of the Five Kingdoms, or if the powers arrayed against them can prevail in the face of overwhelming odds.
With most of the primary characters established in "The Moon's Eye", we follow these players through four main storylines, that you can guess are bound to intertwine at various points in the narrative, with stunning results.
First, the aspiring magician, Tavesin practices his skills under the tutelage of the Sorcerers of the Shining Tower. Tavesin will need to be at his most powerful, if he is to find his beloved friend Arra, whom he believes has been abducted by the Dark Tower, along with other magic apprentices. Knowing that Arra likely lies in the clutches of the evil Soulless - demon-like figures who serve an even darker master known as the Nameless - is driving Tavesin to desperation, and unpredictability. His desire to save his friend may lead him to take unwise risks that could compromise the safety of those who have sheltered and trained him in the magic arts.
Next, we learn that Ravin remains serving the Queen of Delucha as a magical advisor, conjointly training the queen and her consort - Jasom - in the arts of magic. Pursued as a love interest by the alluring but likely untrustworthy Duchess of Mers, and other ladies of the court, Ravin's true aim is to capture Dranamir, one of the accursed Soulless, and devotes his considerable abilities to the task.
Meanwhile, Aran'daj and Jal'den continue to lead the Murkor Clan in battle against their will, fighting for the Soulless because their choice is fight, or face a horrible death at the hands of their Soulless masters. An attack by the Murkor at the Pines ends in disaster and defeat by humans including knights. The Murkor are forced to retreat when the Soulless abandon them. But Aran'daj and Jal'den are playing a dangerous game, plotting how to free themselves and those who follow them from Soulless control.
Finally, the main protagonist from "The Moon's Eye", Vardak, one of the Scorpion Men (half-scorpion, half-humanoid creatures from a stoic warrior culture) continues his mission to negotiate the release of his brother Travin, held captive by the Murkor clan. Besides his efforts to save his sibling, Vardak carries guilt surrounding the demise of his friend Janna, daughter of the goddess Flariel, and is seeking to bring meaning to her death. Consequently, Vardak is searching for guidance from the Wizards at Dar Daelad. Accompanying him are the knight Emra, the Airess Dannes, the soldier Lucas, and other bold companions. But when a haunted sword comes into Emra's possession, it changes the course of Vardak's quest, and potentially the fate of the world.
As with the previous book, Calvin deftly characterizes a central group of players, which includes beings of diverse races including the Scorpion Men, the Murkors, magicians, the undead Soulless, and more. The varying motivations, desires, and goals of the characters, and how they conflict and converge, is very well done.
I believe the Soulless, clearly the villains of the books, are emerging as my favourite characters to read. Their infighting, deviousness, and mercurial natures make for entertaining reading. With Dranamir's hate of Alyra, and competing for the attention of their Nameless Master, Jannyn's lust for Alyra, Kama's cunning manipulation of the Murkor, while seemingly valuing them beyond what is typical for the callous Soulless, and the enigma that is Garin, the Soulless are a fascinating bunch. Emra also emerged as a favourite, for me outshining Vardak as a charismatic lead. I'm hoping to see more of her in the next book.
Calvin's prose continues to be strong, and her battle scenes are well-crafted and intense. As I stated in my review of "The Moon's Eye", this series is shaping up to be one with a classic fantasy feel, well-paced, well-written, with very good character work, and quite enjoyable to read. It does not necessarily provide as compelling themes as I have read in some other works, but what it does well (aforementioned), it does VERY well, and that is a lot.
"The Talisman of Delucha" is definitely a recommended read, and as noted above, I'm very much looking forward to reading "The War of the Nameless", the final book in the series.
4.5 stars out of 5!
April 6, 2023
A Solid 4.5 !!!
The Talisman Of Delucha is the second book in the Relics of the War series, following the events of book 1 in The Moon’s Eye. While I know the covers for the books are stunning, what really intrigued me were the names. I mean just, look at them- The Moon’s Eye followed by The Talisman of Delucha. Instant hit for me.
I am a fan of muti-POV, especially in Fantasy setting, especially when they all are lost in different places and we slowly witness the characters coming together, slowly trying to find the way and how story unfolds in front of us.
Ravin. Tavesin. Aran’daj. Jal’den. Vardak. Every character had their own voice and I love how their internal voice and monologues came in. It was honestly, fun and refreshing to not just see or read but feel the characters in their own might. Since, we are talking about characters here, it’s small-small things- be it Sorceres or Soulless, everything is just…okay, it’s the feeling that you want to know more. More and more and it doesn’t end.
I know I am rambling but I cannot in good faith speak more about this book without spoiling it for you. The only thing I can assure you is that if you know what wars are, what betrayals are, what secrets are, what shock is- everything can be found here.
I can’t wait to read the third book and the following book to this smashing book. I also don’t think I mentioned how much I enjoyed the writing. I always say when you enjoy the characters, it’s the writer who has written and re-written things to perfection.
I still don't know why this series is not popular. Get on it, people read it.
The Talisman Of Delucha is the second book in the Relics of the War series, following the events of book 1 in The Moon’s Eye. While I know the covers for the books are stunning, what really intrigued me were the names. I mean just, look at them- The Moon’s Eye followed by The Talisman of Delucha. Instant hit for me.
I am a fan of muti-POV, especially in Fantasy setting, especially when they all are lost in different places and we slowly witness the characters coming together, slowly trying to find the way and how story unfolds in front of us.
Ravin. Tavesin. Aran’daj. Jal’den. Vardak. Every character had their own voice and I love how their internal voice and monologues came in. It was honestly, fun and refreshing to not just see or read but feel the characters in their own might. Since, we are talking about characters here, it’s small-small things- be it Sorceres or Soulless, everything is just…okay, it’s the feeling that you want to know more. More and more and it doesn’t end.
I know I am rambling but I cannot in good faith speak more about this book without spoiling it for you. The only thing I can assure you is that if you know what wars are, what betrayals are, what secrets are, what shock is- everything can be found here.
I can’t wait to read the third book and the following book to this smashing book. I also don’t think I mentioned how much I enjoyed the writing. I always say when you enjoy the characters, it’s the writer who has written and re-written things to perfection.
I still don't know why this series is not popular. Get on it, people read it.
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July 12, 2022A suspense filled sequel to the first book. Travel along with our characters as they grow and evolve in the continuing adventure. Who will rise victorious and who will be no more. As the nameless grows will the keeper of the Moon's Eye be able to stand against them. What new allies will form? We learn more about the background of key characters and watch as they grow and fulfill their destiny. This book was so hard to put down I just wanted to keep reading and reading. I am counting the days until the final book is released. To see who will win will the Nameless be defeated or will our unsung heroes be the victors?
December 13, 2023
I enjoyed the sequel much more than the first book. The main reason was Ravin. I liked his character a whole lot more than the others because of what he fights for. He knows he's a good person and his actions prove that, even though he's had a dark, troublesome past, and then him discovering hints that his past and future may have already been planned... For a man who only wants freedom and free will? That hurts.
Adalin and the gradual relationship built with Ravin is a bonus.
The second reason was the big battle. The majority of this book was spent leading up to it, and it didn't disappoint. Even with the Soulless ducking out early because they got scared of an unforeseen player (no spoilers here). All of our MCs got to show their worth, and I was pleased.
Adalin and the gradual relationship built with Ravin is a bonus.
The second reason was the big battle. The majority of this book was spent leading up to it, and it didn't disappoint. Even with the Soulless ducking out early because they got scared of an unforeseen player (no spoilers here). All of our MCs got to show their worth, and I was pleased.
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