What it's about: Lila Merriweather is an orphan. And a thief. She carries her mother's black blade and knows how to placate the magical faeries and monsters that live in and around Cloudburst Falls, West Virginia. And she has a rare magical talent that she keeps secret. She's also been roped into playing bodyguard to Devon Sinclair, only son and handsome heir of the powerful Sinclair family. Because someone's trying to kill him. And her, too.
What I thought: Talk about a fun mix of modern and magic! There's intrigue and mystery, action and adventure. And I loved Lila and Devon; they're great characters. Lila is sarcastic and smart and can beat Devon in a sword fight, while he's got his own secrets and talents. Plus, he likes her. Lila's also determined to find out who murdered her mother...and to get revenge. The second book in this fantasy trilogy, Dark Heart of Magic, is equally well-written and compelling. I loved both books and can't wait to read the third.
Happy Reading!
I still have yet to try her books and this sounds so good.
ReplyDeleteShe writes well; I'd definitely read her again. :D
DeleteThis series is on my TBR list. It sounds so good! I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)
ReplyDeleteThese are books that I think you would really enjoy, Ashley!
DeleteOoh. Those do sound like fun ones.
ReplyDeleteIf you're in the mood for a fast and fun action-filled and magical fantasy than this series is a good one to try. :D
DeleteYour enthusiasm for the series is obvious!
ReplyDeleteI did really enjoy them. :D
DeleteI'm glad to hear they were good.
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DeleteIt does sound good with the West VA setting. And Lila and Devon are an interesting combination, opposites attracting, with Devon coming from a privileged background and Lila an orphan who has had to struggle to survive and its a good mix for chemistry.
ReplyDeleteAnd Lila's backstory really comes into play in these two books. She's such a great character!
DeleteOne to investigate. What you call it 'cosy' fantasy, Lark?
ReplyDeleteCloser to a cosy than an expansive traditional fantasy, but maybe with more dark moments in it than a real cosy fantasy would have. I'd probably slide it more towards urban fantasy.
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The sun is out and I am smiling. Have a great day, Regine!
DeleteThe older I get, the more I appreciate a touch of magic here and there. Add in a mystery, and you've captured my attention!
ReplyDeleteHer magical system is pretty fun; and I really liked the main characters. They're young adults, but dealing with some very grown up issues.
DeleteSounds like a fast-paced fantasy. I like the mix of modern and magic. It's good to know the second book is just as good. I might have to add this trilogy to my reading list. A good fantasy series is always welcome.
ReplyDeleteI love that mix of modern and magic, too. :D
DeleteI'd like to try this! I want another urban fantasy series to love! :)
ReplyDeleteI just really enjoyed the characters and the magical world Estep creates in these books. They are a lot of fun. And they read pretty fast, too. :D
DeleteSounds like a great mix of magic and mystery! Lila and Devon seem like awesome characters. Can't wait to check out the books!
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They are really fun characters. :D Thanks for commenting!
DeleteYou are terrible for my TBR! I love a good mix of mystery and magic and the first book looks great.
ReplyDelete:D Sorry/not sorry for adding more books to your TBR list.
DeleteMagic and mystery are a winning combination. I haven't read anything by Estep before, but I would like to. I am glad you enjoyed this one!
ReplyDeleteShe writes so well! I'd read more books by her in a heartbeat. :D
DeleteSounds great!!
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