Review: Terrific start to the series
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 21, 2013
I had a hard time getting into this book for a couple of chapters. But when the story and characters began to be real, it blew me away. There are many codes for the Calydon warriors to live by. Most have to do with fighting to save innocents and dying if necessary to fulfill that code of honor. But they also believe that if a warrior find his mate, and they complete their bond, one or both must be killed to keep the warrior from going "rogue." To me, it was just a man doing anything to save and protect his mate. But, thus was the destiny they had endured for thousands of years. There is so much passion and honor and loyalty in this book. Not just for Grace (an Illusionist), but her strong, yet tender mate, Quinn. This book turned out to be much more than I expected and I could barely put it down. It's different from most of the books I read, so I got quite a few surprises, which wasn't a bad thing. I loved watching their story unfold and how they tried so hard to deny their feelings for each other, in fear of a bond being literally the death of one or both. Sexual tension to the max until they could no longer stop the pull between them. Many back stories kept the entire book and its many amazing characters ripping my heart out one minute and laughing at the cute banner between Quinn and Grace. Even the hard-fighting, strong, never crack a smile warriors came up with a few laughs. But their loyalty and pride and finally their willingness to admit they were wrong, was one of the most touching moments. I could go on forever, but I won't. I am on to book two and hope that this series brings a little joy and happiness and even hope to people who read it. It's that amazing!