Uther's Destiny (A Light in the Dark Ages Book 3)
By Tim Walker
Late fifth century Britannia recoils in shock at the murder of charismatic High King, Ambrosius Aurelianus, and looks to his brother and successor, Uther, to continue his work in leading the resistance to barbarian invaders. Uther’s destiny as a warrior king seems set until his world is turned on its head when his burning desire to possess the beautiful Ygerne leads to conflict. Could the fate of his kingdom hang in the balance as a consequence?
Court healer and schemer, Merlyn, sees an opportunity in Uther’s lustful obsession to fulfil the prophetic visions that guide him. He is encouraged on his mission by druids who align their desire for a return to ancient ways with his urge to protect the one destined to save the Britons from invaders and lead them to a time of peace and prosperity. Merlyn must use his wisdom and guile to thwart the machinations of an enemy intent on foiling his plans.
Meanwhile, Saxon chiefs Octa and Ælla have their own plans for seizing the island of Britannia and forging a new colony of Germanic tribes. Can Uther rise above his family problems and raise an army to oppose them?
Book three in A Light in the Dark Ages series, Uther’s Destiny is an historical fiction novel set in the Fifth Century - a time of myths and legends that builds to the greatest legend of all – King Arthur and his knights.
My THOUGHTS....
I loved this book! I was a little concerned when I started reading Uther's Destiny as this is the third book in the series, but I am pleased to say this book works very well as a stand-alone. I thought the story was very engaging and once started, I could not put this book down. Mr Walker has brought this era back to life.
I will certainly be looking out for the other books in this series.
I Highly Recommend.
*I received a copy of this book from the publishers via NetGalley.
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THE DU LAC PRINCESS
By Mary Anne Yarde
War is coming…
The ink has dried on Amandine’s death warrant. Her crime? She is a du Lac.
All that stands in the way of a grisly death on a pyre is the King of Brittany. However, King Philippe is a fickle friend, and if her death is profitable to him, then she has no doubt that he would light the pyre himself.
Alan, the only man Amandine trusts, has a secret and must make an impossible choice, which could have far-reaching consequences — not only for Amandine, but for the whole of Briton.
MY THOUGHTS…
The Du Lac Chronicles continues with another fantastic book by Mary Anne Yarde!
The Du Lac Princess is by far my favorite book by Mary Anne Yarde, and there were many new characters to keep the story even more interesting than before. Out of the intertwined storylines, i loved reading about Galahad and Teagan. They are possibly my favourite characters in the series, in the order of Galahad, Teagan and then Alden.
The tension never ends, with an impossible love story and a quest to start. The Du Lac Princess had me sat on the edge of my seat and then when I had finished reading it, jumping up and down in anticipation of book 4!
This book is Highly Recommended for all Historical Fiction lovers, who are looking for the most epic love story ever.
The Maze Runner
(The Maze Runner #1)
by James Dashner
If you ain’t scared, you ain’t human.
When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers—boys whose memories are also gone.
Nice to meet ya, shank. Welcome to the Glade.
Outside the towering stone walls that surround the Glade is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out—and no one’s ever made it through alive.
Everything is going to change.
Then a girl arrives. The first girl ever. And the message she delivers is terrifying.
Remember. Survive. Run
MY THOUGHTS...
I've been putting off reading The Maze Runner series for a long time. The books have just been sitting on my shelf as I read everything but them. After a couple of months, I picked up this book and read the first sentence...
Here I am, four days later. I didn't write a review as soon as I finished the book because I was too busy reading book two.
This book is terrific, with drama, the fight for survival and a hint of mystery, my three favourite things merged into one book.
My favourite characters are Minho, Newt, Thomas and Teresa, in that order. I still don't know why I like Minho and Newt so much, but I think it's because of how they are both great leaders. The reason Thomas isn't my favourite character is that I feel like too much of everything that happens, happens to him. I think that maybe Newt, Alby, Minho or Gally should be suffering as well as Thomas.
All in all, I Highly Recommend this book to everyone, young adult or not, as it is such a great book!
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THE TREASURE OF GWENLAIS
By M.T. Magee
Escape to the award winning mystical realm of Rinefield! Inspired by the majesty of the Scottish Highlands and the beauty of the rolling meadows of Ireland! The romance and beauty of Celtic and Gaelic legend and folklore.
Can a reluctant Princess heal the torn Kingdoms and the heart of a battle hardened warrior Prince? Join Laurel on an extraordinary journey, filled with excitement, treachery, danger and finding a love you only dared dream of! A love story that will leave you breathless, and a world like none imagined! And unforgettable family saga with characters you will hold dear!
MY THOUGHTS…
The Treasure of Gwenlais has quickly become one of my favorite books!
I fell in love with the characters, and I thought that the book was beautifully written, especially the waltz.
I loved the world created by M.T. Magee and thought that this romantic, once in a lifetime read was, as I said, a once in a lifetime read!
The cliffhanger at the end left me wanting to read book two as soon as possible, and I can't wait to read on with the story.
I Highly Recommend this book to everyone!
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THE LAST STOP
By Michael H. Burnam
The Last Stop asks the question: What happens when Evolution ends? It’s Ender’s Game meets Close Encounter of the Third Kind - a character-driven action packed drama first set in a high school suffused with emerging sexuality and a strict pecking order, followed by wild flying saucer rides to the dark side of the moon, and then to a city under the ice on Europa where seemingly anything is possible. Mature Sci-Fi devotees will appreciate The Last Stop's hardcore science and philosophy. Young adult readers will enjoy its fast-paced action, stunning visual imagery, three-dimensional characters, teenage protagonists and just the right dash of humor. Who says a feelgood story can’t be classic Sci Fi?
MY THOUGHTS…
*I received a copy of this book from Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review*
A Science Fiction with UFOs, super power suits and flying further than Mars in a few hours.
This book was fast paced with action, adventure and visits to the moon. This book was one that I will definitely be reading again!
My favourite character has to be Pam, who, although can’t walk very well, has spirit, which names her my favourite character.
I didn’t see the need for the military side of this book and the military chapters bored me. The fact that Mickey had found a superpower suit and had travelled space with David would have been a story enough.
Nevertheless, I enjoyed reading this book and Recommend it to UFO lovers!
WINDRUNNERS DAUGHTER
By Bryony Pearce
A sabotaged colonization attempt leaves the last humans in the universe stranded on Mars. Braving a half-terraformed atmosphere, terrifying indigenous species, and a colony government that is openly hostile, a young girl named Wren must defy tradition to save her mother and perhaps, every human left.
It is forbidden for women to steal the wings that allow a select group of runners to carry messages and goods between colonies. It is forbidden to cross the wastes with a sand storm on the horizon and it is certainly forbidden to share the secrets of the windrunners with those who spend their entire lives in the biospheres.
But what choice does she have?
MY THOUGHTS…
*I received a copy of this book from Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review*
Traveling around Mars would be hard enough challenge on its own.
Traveling around Mars in mid-air, using wings that don’t belong to you, with a man who has never flown before, is near on impossible.
Wren takes on the impossible task of flying across Mars to find her brothers and her father, who haven’t returned from their last flight yet. The only problem – girls aren’t allowed to fly. So, stealing her brothers training wings, she leaps off the platform and into the wind, picking up a follower on the way…
My favourite characters were Raw, Jay and Cole.
Raw seemed nice, and he was concerned for Wrens safety, even when he was in more danger than she was. I felt sorry for him when I read about his past and he became my favourite character.
Jay and Cole, like Raw, were always concerned for Wrens safety and I cried when I read about what happened to Cole and how Jay coped with it.
This is one of my favourite books and I Highly Recommend it to anyone.
