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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29233832-magic-borne” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1456082906l/29233832._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29233832-magic-borne”>Magic-Borne</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7704723.C_L_Schneider”>C.L. Schneider</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5517403631″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This is the first book of the series I have read. It’s a little slow in the beginning but it picks up. It gives you everything fantasy you need. Gives you the battles, and love that you need, but without being overboard. This book gave me everything I want in a fantasy book! Such a wonderful series!
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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Brandy Rymer

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this final tale of The Crown of Stones series, we are excited to find out what the fate of Ian Troy will be. The rebellion has been destroyed, and so many have passed due to the violence. Mirra’kelan is now under new rule with another self-appointed emperor, the people are even more fearful for their lives. Ian Troy will have to come out of hiding to help save his friends and family. Will he be able to continue to utilize his magic and not fully give over to the beast inside of him or will he be able to hold onto his humanity? Will Ian’s premonitions come to pass, or will his trip to the ancient past bring about peace and serenity for his people? This book series just continues to grow in suspense and the thrill of watching Ian Troy strive to undo everything he had brought to pass from his first run-in with the Crown of Stones. This book has amazing characters that you will be so in-depth that you may lose yourself in the pages as you ride along this exciting journey of war, love, and the drive to never give up.
@Brandy Rymer 04/2023

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Brandy Rymer

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ian Troy is back in this second installment of The Crown of Stones series, Magic-Scars. I was so excited to jump right into this book to follow the fate that Ian had befallen after his tragic mistakes had come about from wishing with the Crown of Stones. Now that Ian’s finally freed from his captivity he enters a world full of people being unsettled and fearful for their lives. Ian’s old enemy Draken of Langor has taken control of Mirra’kelan and is a terrifying king who rules with an iron fist. Ian finds himself amongst a group of rebels who are seeking a way out of their situation. As Ian tries to find and put back together the Crown of Stones, he is faced with odd marks appearing across his skin, that continue to multiply in number as his search continues. What is the meaning of these magical scars that are appearing, do they have anything to do with the Crown of Stones? Will he be able to help the group of rebels to find their freedom, and regain his use of magic without overloading his addictions? You will not want to set this book down as you follow Ian Troy’s latest adventure.
@Brandy Rymer 04/2023

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones Book 1) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Brandy Rymer

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

C. L. Scheider outdid herself in this magical book of perseverance and tough life decisions. It definitely reminds the reader to think before you act. There are consequences to every wish we make in life. I love that this story takes us through Ian Troy’s life, showing us where he is before he found the Crown of Stones and how he feels about being a magic user. Then allows us to see the consequences his wish has caused to himself and everyone. Fast forward ten years later, when all Ian wants to do is forget that he’s ever been a magic user, causing his mind to remain in a fog with his drinking habits, when everything he had been running from has caught up to him. What will Ian do, will he go back to his old ways and use his magical abilities or will he remain constantly on the run? Read this first book to find out…I am so excited to start book #2!
@Brandy Rymer 4/2023

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With the fate of everything hanging over Ian Troy, the question soon becomes ‘How much will this cost our hero in the end?’ This story delivered on the promise of a brilliant ending and more! Though I’m feeling a little emotionally wrung out after getting past the last few pages of this conclusion to the series, I have a sense of contentment at it all concluding as well. This third book pulled me through so many emotions that I find myself still reflecting on certain scenes despite a few days passing since I read the last page. The author has this way of making you both hate and empathetically understand the villains, a superpower in this series that I noted along with the depth of the characters. I generally don’t read epics and steer toward more urban fantasy books, but I just couldn’t resist this story after the first page of book one and can’t feel even the slightest hint of regret.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Heather Goodman

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the last installment of The Crown of Stones series and it doesn’t disappoint. Ian is trying to learn how to balance things and there is not a lack of excitement in this book. The author has such a way of pulling you in in the very first moments of the book and keep you drawn in until the very last word.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2)by C.L. Schneider – Review by Heather Goodman

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book continues the journey with Ian. There is a perfect blend of magic, mystery, and action in this book. You get lost in the journey with Ian and feel like you are right there with them. You will not be disappointed with this book.

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The Crown of Stones Series: ( Book1-3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So, this last one got me itching to know who in the world can do this to Troy. But Troy wants to save those whom he cares for but the new High King is not allowing him to do this instead making everything hard for him, Troy was left out and now he had to go back in time to seek help and wisdom.
The author did an amazing job. I had to read all 3 series to see and understand the whole story.

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amazing story by C.L. Schneider, when I first saw this book, I was not quite sure if this fit in my likes but a couple of chapters took me to a whole new level.
Troy is an amazing character but so much in his hands after he took The Crown of Stones in his hands. Like they always told me be careful about what you wish for, in this case, he was not careful and the past to the present and the future realms are coming after him.
Troy was not wise enough to stay away but now he sees what he wants and it is to use the power to save the realms. To continue to the 2nd book…

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

2ND BOOK, I can’t believe this happened to Troy. I was shocked that they took his power and even his memory. When I read that Troy will do anything to be the one person he was, but time is getting harder for him because all the people he cared for are suffering and his old enemy Draken became the High King.
Towards the middle, Troy realizes that he has more scars on his body, and when he started seeking answers it leads to more secrets and more truth to his inheritance.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Rayne East

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fate, fantasy, finale
What an adventure this trilogy has been. This book brings Ian’s journey to an end in a magnificent way. The characterisation, world building and epic battles were brilliantly executed and the emotions raw. This book brings answers that have been sought from the start and some heartbreak. Highly recommend the whole series from start to finish.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29233832-magic-borne” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1456082906l/29233832._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29233832-magic-borne”>Magic-Borne</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7704723.C_L_Schneider”>C.L. Schneider</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5513645182″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
While I am a fan of fantasy books it has been a while since I have been completely immersed in one. These books have all been great from start to finish. Don’t get deterred from seeing how many chapters there are because you will be disappointed once there are no more pages to read, you won’t want to the story to end. So in this third and final installment we have losses and victories. His father wants to rule over all as the newly self-appointed Emperor. While he tries to find out the secrets of his people, the Shinree, he continues to add scars to his body every time he uses his magic. In the end he finds that in order to defeat his father he must destroy the Crown of Stones. But what will it cost? I didn’t want to see this series come to and end, but I was NOT disappointed. I was happy to have been put onto this series and I will definitely be re-reading them when I am in need of some entertaining reading.
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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22731901-magic-scars” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1406925418l/22731901._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22731901-magic-scars”>Magic-Scars</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7704723.C_L_Schneider”>C.L. Schneider</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5513618423″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Ian Troy has found himself in a world unknown. His enemy has seized control and named himself the High King. The brutal reign of the one who calls himself king has caused those who were left behind when Ian went to prison to rebel. He is given the task of recovering and repairing the Crown of Stones as the rebels hope it will tip the oncoming revolution in their favor. He’s got magic scars that mar his body and begin to multiply as he goes on his quest. He wants to find the cause of the scars multiplying and how it is connected to the Crown of Stones. While seeking out this information he uncovers secrets that have been waiting to be found for generations. Ian knows how destructive it can be for him to claim his magical inheritance, but is he willing to do so for those that he wants to protect?
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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20319844-magic-price” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1388415815l/20319844._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20319844-magic-price”>Magic-Price</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7704723.C_L_Schneider”>C.L. Schneider</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5513537899″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
What can you do when you feel like you are a danger to those you love and want to protect? This is the dilemma that Ian Troy is faced with on a daily basis. He has been running from his past, but the past can never be outrun as it sticks with you forever. It’s been 10 long years since he made the wish that ended the war that had been tearing realms apart for many years, but it was at a very high cost that causes him great pain to think about. He would like to start over, but just how in the world is he supposed to do that when everyone knows what he has done? Now Ian is faced with having to once again make the decision to save the realms from enemies both old and new.
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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The third book in an epic fantasy series. Just like the first two, I didn’t want to put this book down. The world, the characters, the action, everything was very well written. Rarely does a sequel live up to the first book, but both the second and the third not only did that, but surpassed it. The only complaint I had was that it ended.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Katrina Evanochko

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the final book in Ian Troy’s journey. You definitely have to read the first 2 books to know what is happening.

The story is action-packed and deals with a lot of heavy topics. The writing was well done and there were times of laughter but also ones that made my heart hurt.

I’m not sure the conclusion was what I wanted, but it left me curious what the author will be doing next in this world!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book grabbed my attention from the very first line! Not only that, it KEPT my attention! Edge of my seat, intense action the whole way through. I felt for Ian the entire time and wanted to just hug him and put him in my pocket to protect him. A great characer! Very good fantasy story with magic! Love!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Whisper Hymer

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic Borne by C.L. Schneider is the third and final book of the Crown of Stones trilogy. We once again join Ian Troy: Shinree, solider, revolutionary as he tries to stop the new self-proclaimed emperor from his evil plans and steer events away from foreseen tragedy. Once again we are taken on a journey through this complex world with costly magic and complex characters but this time we get far more history! The character development found in the books is nothing short of magnificent. The story remains compelling but dark. It is a fitting ending to a journey that, in the midst of book one, I wasn’t sure would be worth the ride.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Whisper Hymer

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Magic Scars is the second book in the Crown of Stones trilogy by C.L. Schneider. This book starts two and half years after the ending of the first book. We pick up with Ian Troy once more as he is freed from the terrible prison in Darkthorne. Having been under a drug which takes memory, self, and will away – Ian struggles to find his new self in the fray. Friends are scattered, enemies are everywhere, and Ian is now at the center of a rebellion. This book was easier for me to get into than the first. A good pick for fans of dark fantasy but definitely needs to be read in order.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Whisper Hymer

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Magic Price by C.L. Schneider is the first book in The Crown of Stones trilogy. It follows Ian Troy, a Shinree solider known for ending a decades-long war with the Crown of Stones. His skills in magic and battle are both feared and needed. This lone wolf suddenly finds himself back in the middle of battle 10 years later with returning and new enemies. This book is filled with creative world-building and characters that have depth. If you’re a fan of slightly darker fantasy then this is a book for you.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Can you change a vision or is his fate already sealed? Ian Troy has lost so much and fought so hard for so many, but it seems, no matter what he does, fate has other ideas. This fight just keeps getting bigger. All of Mirra’kelan will have to unite if they have any chance of thwarting the new self-appointed emperor. (This is so hard to talk about without giving away spoilers, so I’m going to stop there and tell you to read it and explore this series for yourself.)

This is an amazing, fast-paced, action-packed read. There are so many amazing plot twists that some will definitely take you by surprise and keep you guessing. C.L. Schneider’s writing style is so descriptive and imaginative that you feel as if you’re transported into the book. And her characters, can I just say wow, especially Ian Troy, he’s so complex, detailed, and imaginative. Along with good verses evil, this book mixes in lore, history, magic, and other fantasy aspects that are woven so incredibly well together. This was the first series I’d ever read by C.L. Schneider, but I know it won’t be my last. If you love fantasy, great characters, and a whole lot of action, then you really need to check out this series. I’m honestly sad this is the third and last book in the series.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Scars the second great installment in The Crown of Stones series. Beginning a few years after the first book ends and picking up after all Ian had been through in book one, having everything taken from him, I just couldn’t tear myself away from this book. I’m certainly looking forward to book number three.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Price is not my first by C.L. Schneider and she is currently climbing higher and higher on my list of favorite authors to read. When Magic-Price first starts it plunges you straight into the action, directly into the middle of an immense battle in which the main character makes a decision, and makes some choices to utilize his magic while turning the tides of the battle with dire consequences. Ian Troy is a man of Shinree descent that is specially bred as the ideal magic weilder but is taken advantage of repeatedly, I did feel bad for him. The magic system was easy to understand, the world building was done well, and I think this book would please many high fantasy lovers immensely. As someone else mentioned it reminds me a little bit of The Witcher but is definitely a book that stands out on its own. I really enjoyed it.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Incredible, satisfying ending to a great series that I am very glad I picked up. C.L. Schneider has become a top author for me and I love that she is an independent author. She never fails to pull me into a book, sink her claws in, and have me on a wild, crazy ride to the finish. I’ve really enjoyed this series and I will absolutely keep reading more books by her. If you enjoy fantasy, smooth writing, great world building, great, strong, well fleshed out characters, and well built magic systems you should definitely give this series a try!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Crown of Stones: Magic- Scars is the second book in the dark fantasy series by C.L. Schneider. I suggest you read this series in order as there is a lot of information, developments, and backstory in each book.

Much like the first book, this second installment is also written from the first person point of view, allowing us to see what all Ian Troy, our main character, experiences as he tries to piece together his memories and acclimate to the new world he finds himself in after leaving capture. In book one he distanced himself from everyone, fearing his magic, but now he must retrieve it and harness it to help the resistance and beat his enemy. Can he overcome his fears, addictive tendencies, and stop blaming himself long enough to accomplish all he needs to? This action-packed book is definitely one that will keep your attention and keep you wanting more. I’m really enjoying this series and can’t wait to read the next installment.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The final installment in this trilogy did not disappoint. The final book will pull on your heart as the war pushes on and so many are lost. Ian Troy knows what he must do in order to save the Shinree and his friends. The book takes you along adventures of survival and hope wish an ending that beings everything full circle.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again this author has put together an exciting and riveting book. The next book follows Ian Troy who was presumed to be dead but is alive and well and fighting to beat Draken and his father Jem. There wasn’t a moment that didn’t keep my attention with the constant twists. Old and new characters come together to save the kingdom and ultimately retrieve the crown of stones. This will leave you on the edge your seat laughing, crying, and everything in between.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price The Crown of Stones Book 1) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Can you ever outrun your past? Will the things you’ve seen and done haunt you for the rest of your life along with her memory? These are all things our main character, Ian Troy, is pondering as he tries to live some semblance of life. He is a Shinree, a race who can use magic, which can become addictive and dangerous, since magic always comes with a price. That’s why he shies away from pretty much everyone thinking he’s protecting them from him and the magic inside of him.

C.L. Schneider has written a gritty, descriptive, and action-filled book. I really liked the first person point of view as it helped me connect with the character and see life through new eyes.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Borne is the third and final book in The Crown of Stones trilogy. Ian Troy is fighting to fix the glimpse into the tragic future that he foresaw five years ahead. As events start playing out like he was foretold he doesn’t know if his presence will be enough to change it. Is his future set-in stone? Will he be enough to stop his father and finally destroy the crown of stones?

This book is even darker than the previous two due to the intensity of the story. The twist and turns had me devouring this book. I loved this epic trilogy and highly recommend it.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Price is the first in the trilogy of The Crown of Stones series. This book is a must read, once you get halfway through you will be unable to put it down. It starts out with Ian Troy making a terrible mistake that weighs heavy on his soul. Even though it has been ten years since the tragic event where he took the lives of many. When I first started reading it, I got ‘The Witcher’ vibes due to him having a magic horse, white hair, and is set in a similar time period. He is a badass that fights for what he believes is right. After getting further into the story it developed into its own and I was unable to put the book down due to all the revelations. I can’t wait to read the next book Magic-Scars as the ending leaves you wanting more.

I highly recommend reading Magic-Price if you love epic high fantasy. Where the main character is not perfect and is trying to atone for his prior sins. There is magic, love, friendship, and forgiveness.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Scars is the second in the trilogy of The Crown of Stones series. Starting two and a half years after Magic-Price ends. Ian Troy gets rescued from his prison, the mines, and has no memory due to the drugs that Draken has been forcing. He has been tortured and forced to do heinous acts for the past two years. As he slowly gets his terrible memories back bit by bit, he must forgive himself again for the death and loss of those around him. He doesn’t know whom to trust or how he acted before and is solely going by instinct. Join Ian on his journey to rediscover his past and to right the present.

This book is meant only for adults due to the sex scenes and graphic nature of it, they are done extremely well. I loved this book even more than the first book due to feeling a great connection to Troy from the loss of his memories. He keeps trying to do what he believes is right and protect those around him while trying to break the mold he was shoved in. I was shocked towards the end of the book when I believed all hope was lost, I was crushed and cried only to be saved a little towards the end. I can’t wait to read the last book in the series Magic-Borne.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the final book in the trilogy, and I am suffering from a serious book hangover from this series. I need more.

Great characters return to join Troy and I genuinely feared for them at times. I found myself wanting to put the book down from the tension but needing to carry on, because I had to know what happened, had my favourite characters survived the latest dangers?
I found that the fight against the enemy brings more revelations and character development in Troy which I enjoyed. He seems much more mature and seems to have found himself as a character. I think we see the best of Troy in this instalment; though still flawed, he is the best version of himself as I don’t think it would be right for him to be perfect, not after everything he has endured.

Once again, the author has played with my emotions, provided surprising twists and left me sleep deprived in my need to finish reading. This might just be my favourite book of the series.

There’s not much I trust myself to say that won’t contain spoilers as I’m itching to discuss the plot twists, my favourite characters and well, everything about this series with someone!

What I can say is that the characters are very well written – unique and vivid – and you will get emotionally invested in their relationships and adventures. You won’t want to leave them, and you will feel part of the team having stepped into the novels to join them in their fight.

I am so grateful that I didn’t have to wait for the release of each book, I was able to binge-red the series. I think the anticipation would have driven me mad otherwise.

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