Review: Magical and Mesmerizing!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 4, 2014
An intricate weave of romance, politics and magic in a brilliantly-envisioned world. I was enraptured from the start of this tale that delves into the hierarchy of mage families and “nons” -- a type of second-class citizen without magic. The world-building is phenomenal, the political intrigue deliciously complex, and the romance a satisfying mixture of steaminess and tenderness.The world the author has created is mesmerizing—from the various mage types, territories and ceremonies right down to the style of dress, laws for civil order and even time-keeping, everything has been given a unique spin. Bronte and Vincent are a good match as heroine and hero, their path to happiness fraught with one complication after another. There is a lot of scheming that goes on in this book, and the author keeps a number of surprises up her sleeve until the very end, making for a satisfying tale. I’m already thinking about a number of the secondary characters that were introduced and how they will factor into the series as it continues. Book two can’t come soon enough!Vividly imagined and skillfully told, SYPHON’S SONG is a story you don’t want to miss!