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The Awakener #2
Until the End
When Emily Lee first arrived in Odelia, she had little more than a hatchet to her name, but by a strange twist of fate she soon found herself in control of powerful magic, the likes of which few had ever seen. Using that power she carved a path forward, believing it to be enough to save her father from his imprisonment. But in the end that power betrayed her and revealed that its true nature came with a terrible cost….
As Lord Gaudeman’s forces begin their bloody march upon the capital, Lehksi Olent journeys deep into the darkness, searching for whatever shred of hope might lay within the depths of the abyssal kingdom, Faugrand. While she toils away alongside Marcus, a man whose motives remain uncertain at the best of times; her brother, Marty, is plunged into the heart of the conflict where he is forced to confront the victims of Gaudeman’s cruel game…as well as the depths of his own failure.
And still sleeping beyond the veil of dark lies Emily, dreaming of a time long past where the key to their victory may very well be hidden….
Until the End is the second novel in The Awakener Duology, a dark fantasy epic that explores a bitter reality born out of fear and loss, set in a world standing at the edge of its reason. Three souls will seek answers, yearning for a conclusion that may bring about an end to decades of bloodshed and torment…or may yet condemn them to an even more terrible fate.
As Lord Gaudeman’s forces begin their bloody march upon the capital, Lehksi Olent journeys deep into the darkness, searching for whatever shred of hope might lay within the depths of the abyssal kingdom, Faugrand. While she toils away alongside Marcus, a man whose motives remain uncertain at the best of times; her brother, Marty, is plunged into the heart of the conflict where he is forced to confront the victims of Gaudeman’s cruel game…as well as the depths of his own failure.
And still sleeping beyond the veil of dark lies Emily, dreaming of a time long past where the key to their victory may very well be hidden….
Until the End is the second novel in The Awakener Duology, a dark fantasy epic that explores a bitter reality born out of fear and loss, set in a world standing at the edge of its reason. Three souls will seek answers, yearning for a conclusion that may bring about an end to decades of bloodshed and torment…or may yet condemn them to an even more terrible fate.
440 pages, Paperback
Published February 25, 2022
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Evan L. Grove
2 books11 followersEvan L. Grove lives in southern California with his wife and two cats where he works begrudgingly as a software engineer. As a long time fan of the fantastical, he spends more time than he’d rather admit engaged with worlds beyond his own.
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April 7, 2022
A book I had long looked forward to after the first incredible book of this two-book series. Those who are major fans of Lehksi, Emily and Marty will be able to carry on their story in this second installment.
The world-building didn't stop after the first book. In the second book, the reader is taken on a long voyage through the varied machinations of the past. This is done in order to create context for the story that has been told all along.
An author has immense power when writing a book like this. Within their mind is the ability to decide if Good can overcome Evil and how this can be conveyed. Individual tastes vary so there isn't a right or wrong way to do this. For this reader, honestly, this aspect of the second part was a letdown.
Fans of the ring saga will really relate to this book and enjoy this series. Any fans of Tolkien will love this book series. Definitely a must-read for those who enjoyed the first book.
Disclaimer: I read this on Kindle Unlimited.
My Rating: 4.75 stars
Reviewed by: Mr. N
This review first appeared: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/po...
The world-building didn't stop after the first book. In the second book, the reader is taken on a long voyage through the varied machinations of the past. This is done in order to create context for the story that has been told all along.
An author has immense power when writing a book like this. Within their mind is the ability to decide if Good can overcome Evil and how this can be conveyed. Individual tastes vary so there isn't a right or wrong way to do this. For this reader, honestly, this aspect of the second part was a letdown.
Fans of the ring saga will really relate to this book and enjoy this series. Any fans of Tolkien will love this book series. Definitely a must-read for those who enjoyed the first book.
Disclaimer: I read this on Kindle Unlimited.
My Rating: 4.75 stars
Reviewed by: Mr. N
This review first appeared: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/po...
April 12, 2022
Until the End by Evan L. Grove is the conclusion to The Awakener duology; the imaginative and rich world built in this series is going through a terrible war. The nation of Odelia is facing big trouble, and few might be able to stop the darkness that’s growing in the land.
Emily Lee has found herself in the hands of Lord Gaudeman: as they are now one being, she has to endure and see her body being used to cause the most horrendous terror to innocent civilians. Now Gaudeman, alongside his supporters, is marching towards the capital. Their hope is to awaken and unleash the wrath of the Elierean goddess Mari. Releasing Mari will avenge the subjugation that the Eliere have endured for many years. Just as this is taking place, Lehksi Olent has seen herself as one of the few capable of stopping this madness, joining forces with Marcus Sugaar in a quest to undermine Gaudeman’s plans.
It doesn’t matter what steps the characters choose to take; the world they’ve known for so long will inevitably have to change. This second part of the story is definitely a darker one. The characters readers met and loved in the first book are all going through their own challenging paths. War is going on, and it’s hard to imagine a happy ending could materialize.
The entire story is brilliant and engaging; it was hard to put the book down. Darkness, magic, and tension are all well balanced in one single story. This is possibly one of the reasons why the style of narration is the biggest highlight of this book: the writing keeps the reader intrigued all the time, wanting to find out more about the plot and the story. Each chapter brings something new and fantastical to the table, covering various characters, stories and perspectives. The history of the world becomes richer as readers get to see elements of its past, which include gods, vengeful goddesses, and magic. It is simply a complex fantasy world with a captivating storyline.
With time, everything starts to connect, and the multiple characters and stories readers are introduced to finally intertwine, creating this big and enthralling plot with many twists and turns. Getting to the end of the book leaves a bittersweet feeling since it is worth seeing more of the magical world that we’ve come to meet in this duology, with its characters and beautiful stories filled with magic.
Until the End is the sort of book that every fantasy aficionado should put on their reading list, it is a fantastic and thrilling ending to a dark fantasy story that will fill the hearts of readers with absolute wonder.
Emily Lee has found herself in the hands of Lord Gaudeman: as they are now one being, she has to endure and see her body being used to cause the most horrendous terror to innocent civilians. Now Gaudeman, alongside his supporters, is marching towards the capital. Their hope is to awaken and unleash the wrath of the Elierean goddess Mari. Releasing Mari will avenge the subjugation that the Eliere have endured for many years. Just as this is taking place, Lehksi Olent has seen herself as one of the few capable of stopping this madness, joining forces with Marcus Sugaar in a quest to undermine Gaudeman’s plans.
It doesn’t matter what steps the characters choose to take; the world they’ve known for so long will inevitably have to change. This second part of the story is definitely a darker one. The characters readers met and loved in the first book are all going through their own challenging paths. War is going on, and it’s hard to imagine a happy ending could materialize.
The entire story is brilliant and engaging; it was hard to put the book down. Darkness, magic, and tension are all well balanced in one single story. This is possibly one of the reasons why the style of narration is the biggest highlight of this book: the writing keeps the reader intrigued all the time, wanting to find out more about the plot and the story. Each chapter brings something new and fantastical to the table, covering various characters, stories and perspectives. The history of the world becomes richer as readers get to see elements of its past, which include gods, vengeful goddesses, and magic. It is simply a complex fantasy world with a captivating storyline.
With time, everything starts to connect, and the multiple characters and stories readers are introduced to finally intertwine, creating this big and enthralling plot with many twists and turns. Getting to the end of the book leaves a bittersweet feeling since it is worth seeing more of the magical world that we’ve come to meet in this duology, with its characters and beautiful stories filled with magic.
Until the End is the sort of book that every fantasy aficionado should put on their reading list, it is a fantastic and thrilling ending to a dark fantasy story that will fill the hearts of readers with absolute wonder.
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