Lichgates is the first book in The Grimoire Trilogy, soon to be
followed by #2 Treason and #3 Heritage.
Set in the imaginary world of Ourea, that can be reached through
magical portals called Lichgates. Kara Magari stumbles into the world of Ourea
only to find a magical book waiting for her. When the right questions are
asked, the Grimoire turns its own pages to answer it. Caught in new world very
different creatures inhabiting it and with a different set of rules, Kara is
left to learn and cope on her own. Soon she discovers that by acquiring the
Grimoire she has sealed her destiny. It is now up to her to reunite the four
kingdoms in peace, fulfilling the goal of the first Vagabond who died a
thousand years before. But by opening the Grimoire she has managed to attract
all the kingdoms’ unwanted attention. The only defense and offense that Kara
has at the moment is the Grimoire itself and maybe, Braeden.
This new world of Ourea created by the author is really a fantastic
place. The author’s description of the smallest detail has helped create a
world that as a reader I found enthralling. Concepts of the four kingdoms being
so different from each other, their locations all added to the vivid image of
Ourea. The magical, shape-shifting creatures that inhabit Ourea seem to be a
natural part of this world yet adds a certain amount of excitement. The
characters are well developed and I absolutely loved Kara for coping so well.
She isn’t mopey-cribbing sort; instead she accepts and moves on. She takes
charge of the fate she is handed and makes the best out of it. Braeden is a
perfect match for her. There is a kinship, trust, feelings and a lot of
complication there. Will anything come out of it? We will have to wait &
read…
Over all, this book has a great setting, a great plot, great characters
and rounded up by unpredictable twists. Loved it and looking forward to Treason
with great anticipation.
About the Author
S.M.
Boyce is a fantasy and paranormal fiction novelist who also dabbles in
contemporary fiction and comedy. She updates her blog a few times each week so
that you have something to wake you up in the morning.
She
also has a B.A. in Creative Writing which, naturally, qualifies her to be
pompous and serve you french fries.
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This book sounds like it would be right up my alley.
ReplyDeleteI have read this book. It is great.
ReplyDeleteYou are right, the descriptions of Ourea and its inhabitants are awesome.
The story sucks you in. I can't wait to read the rest of the books.