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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Anantha Rusum

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Empire of the twilight series, a fascinating tale of historic fiction set in Syria in the early 13th century BC. The story is centered around Uqnitum , a singer from the musical lineage, who had to flee from Mittani, which was wiped by the Assyrians, when she looses her husband and her youngest child. She flees along with her pregnant widowed daughter and her guilt makes her an abusive dangerous mother. She has to fight and get back her strength from sinking into the darkness.
This is my third book from this author and I enjoy reading her books. To start with, I loved the title of the book, it is quite lyrical. Rich, vibrant in history and vivid descriptions, this book is both informative and entertaining at the same time. The book delves deep into a range of human emotions, from anger, pity, betrayal, fear all the way to self-realization and discovery. This was a very compelling read and I hope to read more from N.L.Holmes.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Reviewed by Roxsanne Lesieur.

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the story of Uqnitum, she is the daughter of a musician and has a family with her husband who plays the lyre, she lives with her son and pregnant daughter in Kahat, a city in the Mitannian Empire and they are under siege from the Assyrians and have been for months, they are running out of food and water and the relentless pounding of the battering ram against the city gates has become the norm, they toil away in the daytime moving rocks to the gate, everyone plays their part, the women and children moving the rocks and the men breaking the buildings down and piling the rocks behind the gate. At night, she thinks about the past, how she met her husband, defied her father and ran away to start a family, also the differences in their personalities and how they can sometimes work against the other and resentment creeps in, but she knows she has to be string in the circumstances for them all regardless of whether they can be strong in return.

The daily routine has been the same until one night when the gate is breached and all hell breaks loose in the small city, it turns out that the Assyrians have been undermining the city walls and now they are collapsing along with their houses, as Uqnitum wakes in the middle of the night, she realises what is happening and herds her family out of the house in an attempt to escape the soldiers, they however become surrounded by the soldiers as well as the fires their arrows have ignited in their neighbours homes and after declaring that they are musicians and singers, hoping for leniency, they are moved and grouped with the other residents of the city, where they are all bound together and led through the city gates, all the while stepping on the bodies of their neighbours and outside to the army camp where they are separated from her husband.

A water flask is passed round, she manages to get her son to drink despite his fear, they then begin to march in a long line as the day heats up, they are exhausted, thirsty and hungry, but they have to keep moving onwards, the soldiers seeing that they do by hitting them with their swords flat edge if they fall behind and those who do fall are left where they fall for the vultures. Eventually they come to a river and are forced to cross, Uqnitum and her daughter carry her son across, he can’t swim and has a fear of water, fortunately, he keeps his eyes shut and they make it across, but as he becomes more tired, she is worried that he may start to cry and scream, he prays that he won’t. Later on they all stop marching and the men are brought back, only for them to be blinded by the soldiers using hot pokers,Uqnitum’s husband is spared when she repeats that he is a musician, but nobody else is as lucky, after this horrendous event, they are allowed to rest, the water flask is passed round again, as is some dry bread, her sons still struggles understanding what is going on and this all comes to a head when the worst happens and he attacks one of the soldiers for taking the water away, all too quickly it is over, her son is dead and Uqnitum flies into a rage over it and because of this her husband is blinded, as the march continues, he loses hope and as the pain and despair overtake him, he goes mad and shouts at a soldier with all the insults and curses he can think of, the soldiers retaliate, he is beaten to death and left at the side of the road as well.

This is just the beginning of their journey when an escape is made and another long journey begins when the rains arrive and a deluge starts, they manage to avoid soldiers, hunters and dogs by crossing rivers, bridges and rolling hills, but they are weak from lack of food, water, shelter and are thankful, but wary when they find the Hittite army and are taken in and taken to the court of Ugarit, however safety is not yet theirs as Uqnitum feels the guilt in her part in the deaths of her family and is struggling to come to terms with it, but will her mind shatter from the grief, or will it make her a stronger person who is able to deal with whatever the future holds? This is a story of tragedy, determination, grief and love, it will leave you heartbroken and yet hopeful at the same time and you will want to read until the end to see what happens to the family on this hard road they take.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Tausha Treadway

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes. I love these books so much. The author writes so vividly that I feel as if I’ve been to these places. Its is book 2 but it can be read as a standalone easily but I recommend reading both. This book is set in 14th Century BC and the book tells the story of refugees from the ancient land of Mittani in Mesopotamian. This little known nation has been wiped out by the Assyrians and the refugees of this fine land are all musicians. They are known to have amazing musical skills. Uqnitu is a singer that is not liked at all because of her temper and controlling ways. These things also help her in her field. Of course dysfunctional families are nothing new and Uqnitu comes from a very dysfunctional one. This book shows us horrible conditions these families are living under and building new lives from the ground up. I loved this book and I didn’t want it to end.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jennifer Wolbeck

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There is little praise I could give N.L. Holmes that she hasn’t received already. The Singer and Her Song is the third book I’ve read by this author and it reads well as a stand alone novel. It follows the story of a musician, Uqnitum, in the midst of war. Her kingdom of Mitanni falls to the Assyrians and she must flee for her life with what’s left of her family. Ancient history is such a delight to learn about, but N.L. Holmes’ rich world-building and strong characters gives special life to people and events from thousands of years ago.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Singer and Her Song is an immersive historical novel by N.L. Holmes. It is the second book in the Empire at Twilight series and can be read on its own.
I adore Holmes’ vivid descriptions of historical settings. She combines in depth historical research with a rich imagination and attention to detail to bring to life worlds that are millennia old. The characters feel so alive and their experiences and emotions are so moving and engaging.
The Singer and Her Song is a dark, heart-breaking story. Uqnitum, the singer, is not a likeable character. She has a temper and a need to be in control that drives people away from her and makes her difficult to work with. But it is also the strength and conviction that she needs to survive in a world that seems determined to take everything from her. The narrative alternates between different perspectives and whilst from other perspectives we see the damage Uqnitum wrecks on those around her, from her own perspective we see her processing immense grief and loss and fighting to protect what she has left.
For me, the real strength of this novel is how it addresses issues and struggles that are just as real today, with the writing style bringing them to life and drawing the reader in. We see refugees living through terrible experiences and then struggling to build a new life in a strange place. We see tensions in families who love each other but can’t spend time together without getting into fights. We see people in power thinking they can get away with hurting others. It all feels very relevant
This story contains graphic descriptions of violence and death, as well as scenes of sexual abuse. As such, it’s not suitable for younger readers but would make a great read for adults who loved historical fiction in their youth.
For me, this is a five-star book. It totally drew me in and transported me to an unfamiliar place and time. It’s not a cheerful read, but there is hope and strength in the characters and their stories. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys historical fiction and stories about messy family life.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes is a historical fiction story. This time we are transported to Mesopotamian land of Mittani. As usual NL is passionate and well researched in the genre that each story is written and shows in the storyline. She also has the ability to paint a vivid picture. The narrative is original and engaging and NL does a great job of bringing it all together. This is not just a story it is also a lesson on life in Syria in 1235 BCE.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Amanda Kimble

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight #2) by N.L. Holmes

Another great read by Holmes. I’ve read many of her other books and to say this one tops my favorite list is an understatement.

Uqnitum comes from a long lineage of musical performance. There is bad things going on outside of the town’s gates and it’s not looking promising. Having lost a son-in-law and now worrying about losing her husband and youngest son. The quote I chose for Uqnitum is: “You’re expecting humanity from those people? Gods protect us all. I’ll collect the dishes. Tatasshe may or may not snap out of her snit…”

Highly recommended for Historical lovers.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jonell Collins

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve read many new authors this year. Above them all stands N. L. Holmes. She really is my newest favorite. I know when I pick her book up it will be a good read. They don’t always end the way I wish but isn’t that just like life. The Singer and Her Song delivers in the same way that all her books do. A world rich with the tapestry of everyday living, characters so real you feel you know them or at least someone like them. She doesn’t pull any punches with the raw emotion involved with the mundane affairs of everyday living or the inevitable crisis. Who hasn’t had a family or a family member that’s so dysfunctional it’s a poison to everyone around them? Even people that came unaware to the party. Once again this is a story set in an ancient land in an ancient time but with characters that reflect the same flaws that so many of us have in this time and place. The stage may change but the actors remain the same. Congratulations N. L. Holmes another excellent read.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Kerry Carr

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Empire At Twilight Series. It is a really captivating and great story. The author does such a good job with the characters and also with the historical aspect as well that it feels like you have actually stepped back in time.

Uqnitum and her family are giftesld musicians. They have lived a happy life until their village is invaded and their life’s are destroyed.

After Uqnitum loses her family and one of her children, she and her pregnant daughter are forced to flee to try and find safety. However the guilt of losing her husband and her child is becoming harder for Uqnitum to bear and when she starts to become a danger things need to change.
Can Uqnitum and her daughter reach safety? Can Uqnitum regain herself before she hurts someone or herself? Is she strong enough to get over the loss of her family and the guilt its brought?

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Piper Foster

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the series. I’d highly recommend reading the first book before this one. The author has done a great attention to detail. Uqnitum has delt with alot of challanges in her life and is trying to find santracy. There is a great balance between history action and drama. A amazing read.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Heather Lovelace

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Holmes continues to beautifully blend story with history and make an ancient culture come to life, jumping off the pages. As a history buff, I truly appreciate the detail Holmes includes and certainly this book was no exception. I was immediately transported to a time very different from present and still was able to immediately connect to the main character. The raw emotion that was present from page one just jumped into my heart. I loved this book and cannot recommend it highly enough.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Sheri Schrader

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes is the second book in the Empire at Twilight Book series. This series has been quite enjoyable and this second part of the series did not let me down. The author has built a wonderful historical fiction which incorporates the court of Ugarit. There is so much involved and the characters help bring this period to life. I really enjoyed how the story progressed and I really liked the story of Uqnitum and her daughter. Uqnitum dealt with so many challenges in her life and kept trying to find sanctuary. This had me reading just to find out what was going to happen. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Erica Fish

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you have not already picked up the first book in the series, I highly recommend reading that book first to enhance this book for you. The storyline is active. It has ups and downs, twists and turns, and all over a great line. The characters are fully developed and can be seen as real-life people. I was captivated from the first page until the last page. This story is about Uqntum a singer who has a tremendous loss. She has become another person who needs to find herself. Her character goes through so much, and I felt like I was going through all of it with her. I highly recommend reading this series as you will not be disappointed.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Faith Jackson

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Though from a completely different time period, these characters can resemble us, here and now. The faults of this singer are relatable but a story of resilience and determination. This, like other works by Ms. N. L. Holmes is a work of art, a true masterpiece!

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Faith Jackson

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Though from a completely different time period, these characters can resemble us, here and now. The faults of this singer are relatable but a story of resilience and determination. This, like other works by Ms. N. L. Holmes is a work of art, a true masterpiece!

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Kerry Baker

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes is the second book in the Empire at Twilight series. This book could be read as a stand-alone however I would definitely recommend reading book 1 first as I feel it would enhance the whole reading experience.
This book is a great follow up to the first of the series. It has all the standard trademarks yeah I have come to expect from this author – strong and descriptive writing, interesting and complex characters as well as an overall great story. I found it really easy to get drawn into the story and become engaged what was happening.
I would definitely recommend reading this series and the other books by this author, you won’t be disappointed.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes

  • The Singer and Her Song is the second book in the Empire at Twilight series by N.L Holmes .Although this can be read as standalone I do recommend reading this series in order to get the full understanding of what is going on. I found myself curled up on the couch and had a hard time putting it down. This authors style of writing and attention to detail simply amazes me. I feel like I’m right there with them. This story follows Uqnitum a singer who lost her husband and one of her children when the city fall. She along with her pregnant daughter was forced to flee. She needs to find her strength because she starts to become dangerous. Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I can’t wait to read more from this AuthorView all my reviews

The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jennifer Gordon

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging historical fiction novel set in the kingdom of Mitanni. Uqnitum is a singer from a famous musical lineage but the fall of their city to the Assyrians costs her the life of both her husband and her youngest child. Along with her widowed daughter who is pregnant they flee to the court of Ugarit. However Uqnitum feels guilty over her part in her husband’s death and this affects her increasingly unhinged personality and she becomes dangerous. This is a wonderfully written and detailed novel, the narrative brings both the time period and the setting alive. The main characters are likeable and the storyline has enough going on in it to keep the reader happily turning the pages.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Angela Hayes

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3 ½ Stars

The Singer and Her Song is the second book in the Empire at Twilight series by N.L Holmes. This book can be read as a standalone in the series, without feeling like you are missing out bits of storyline or information. I have read most, if not all, of Ms. Holmes book now, and I have found the one thing that connects them all and impresses me the most, is the rich and vibrant historical details she weaves into all her work. As with all her other books, Ms. Holmes passion for history shines through in her writing, which makes reading her stories a real pleasure.
This story is a fascinating blend of fiction and historical fact, woven into quite an interesting tale. This time, the story is set in Syria in 1235 BCE- which really comes to life under the authors creative hands.
We get plenty of dysfunctional family dynamics, drama, emotion, and some self-realisation and discovery too. It is an intriguing story that held my attention the whole way through. While not my favourite read of hers, it was non-the-less entertaining.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, N.L Holmes!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Caralee Loonat

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes
4 Stars!!!!

Another trip through history with some drama and action. This is the second book I have read from this author and I once again was taken back in history and even though fiction thouroughly enjoyed this book. The characters really just jump off of the pages for me and I found myself just lost in the book.

I really like how the author is able to bring the chracters to life and draw out the story. I like that
there is a balance of action and drama. The twists and turns in the book keep the reader glued to the pages. The author just brings everything together well and has the reader wanting more. I will definitely read more from this author in the future.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Singer and Her SongThe Singer and Her Song by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series. I enjoyed it just as much as the first. I highly suggest reading the first book before this one to help your enjoyment of this series. This is a well written story that the author’s attention to details made the story feel realistic. The characters were connectable and kept the story engaging. Uqntum is a singer who has lost her husband and one of her children. As the story goes on, she becomes dangerous and will need to find her strength. I felt bad for her in parts but she made such a great character. I wanted to see what happened to her. This book kept me turning pages to the end. I highly recommend reading Uqntum’s story and if she finds her inner strength.

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes

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The Singer and Her Song (Empire at Twilight Book 2) by N.L. Holmes
Genre – Historical fiction, women’s fiction
Page Count – 424 pages
Uqnitum is a singer from a famous musical lineage in the kingdom of Mitanni. When the fall of their city to the Assyrians costs her the life of her husband and her youngest child, she and her pregnant, widowed daughter flee to the court of Ugarit. Haunted by guilt over her part in her husband’s death, Uqnitum’s increasingly unhinged personality becomes dangerous to the peace of her remaining family. Only by succumbing to her weakness does she learn the real nature of strength.

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N.L. Holmes is the pen name of a professional archaeologist who received her doctorate from Bryn Mawr College. She has excavated in Greece and in Israel, and taught ancient history and humanities at the university level for many years. She has always had a passion for books, and in childhood, she and her cousin (also a writer today) used to write stories for fun.

 

Today, since their son is grown, she lives with her husband, three cats and a dog. They split their time between Florida and northern France, where she gardens, weaves, plays the violin, dances, and occasionally drives a jog-cart. And reads, of course.

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The Queen’s Dog (Empire at Twilight #3) by NL Holmes-Review by Amanda Kimble

The Queen's DogThe Queen’s Dog by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

The Queen’s Dog (Empire At Twilight #3) by N.L. Holmes

Another fantastic read by Holmes. Reading this series always leaves me hanging on for more. I absolutely love the historical crimes she writes.

Naheshi is sent to live with the King and Queen. He’s told to spy on someone he holds dear. When something happens things don’t go as planned. The quote I chose for Naheshi is: “My lady, I am grieved to tell you they’re true. But who knows what was in her heart? My lady the queen is high-spirited. I think the discipline of her routine was hard on her. I feel sure she meant no harm.”

Highly recommended for historical crime lovers. This book will keep you attracted from beginning to end.

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The Queen’s Dog (Empire at Twilight ) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Caralee Loonat

The Queen's DogThe Queen’s Dog by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Queen’s Dog (Empire at Twilight Book 3) by N.L. Holmes
4 Stars!!!!

I have to say that I do like to delve into history and have a bit of intrigue and all the drama of the royal courts. I really found myself glued to this book as the drama played out. I really like the twists and turns. The author does a great job of building the story and the drama around the characters. I really got caught up in the deception of the royal court and the plots.

I like how the author is able to use historic reference and keep it realistic. The characters really come to life and seem to just jump off of the pages. I found the whole story to be quite well balanced with court intrigue and drama along with just enough of the characters history mixed in. I really look forward to reading more from this author.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Faith Jackson

The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

You become enthralled to the young Hittite charioteer who is set out to solve a mystery. I love the time travel as the world is painted around me in this read, where the mystery will take me but there’s more that will keep you turning pages in this one.

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Heather Harmon

The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight, #1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a good read, Good character build-up, Easy to read and follow the story. The author does well making you want to keep reading page after page! I look forward to more books from this author.

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight, #1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes is wonderfully written Historical Fiction that is fast paced and packed with action. I absolutely love all historical genre’s. This author does an amazing job of keeping your attention from the beginning to the end. The attention to detail she has put into this story is simply amazing. There are some twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. This story takes us on a journey to Hittite Empire. If you’re a historical fan then I highly recommend this book. Even if your not a historical genre fan id still highly recommend reading this book . I can promise its worth the read . I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jennifer Gordon

The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight, #1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this historical fiction crime story by N.L. Holmes and as it’s book one in a new series, I look forward to future novels. The story centres around a young Hittite charioteer who discovers that what he believed had been a chariot accident that killed his father and also maimed his grandfather was in fact an act of sabotage aimed at the king. Setting out on an adventure to find his fathers killer, the young man learns that good and evil are often not what they seem. The novel is based in the Hittite empire, present day Turkey, in around 1250 BCe, and the author really bought this era and place to life with their detailed descriptions of time and place. The characters are well defined and interesting and I particularly liked the main character and felt invested in his search for his fathers killer. It is this underlying mystery that runs throughout the whole story, which had enough drama and twists and turns in it to keep me hooked and guessing. There were a lot of characters to keep up with and also place names to remember but the glossary at the back was helpful with this as was the map at the start. I could tell whilst reading the novel that the author had obviously done a lot of research as this comes through in her writing and I liked the fact that there was a historical notes section at the end which confirmed this and tells the reader what is fact and fiction.

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Sheri Schrader

The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight, #1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes is the first book in the Empire at Twilight series. This is historical fiction with a bit of thriller and mystery thrown in. The author used her experience in archaeology to bring a well-written piece to work. There is a very helpful map at the front and a list of historical notes to refer to as needed. This is about a young Hittite charioteer who learns so much concerning the personalities of man and the pain of loss at a young age. How does he move forward with his life? I will not give more away concerning the plot because I will not be able to stop. There is so much involved and I enjoyed the characters as well as the setting. I look forward to where this series will go in the future and reading more from this author.

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Heather Lovelace

The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight, #1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This history buff is thrilled to have found Holmes and her treasures. This is my second book by this author and will definitely not be the last I pick up. I thoroughly enjoyed how she entwines drama and adventure into different historical eras and brings them to life. The characters were extremely well written. I felt like I was transported to walk alongside these characters and loved the journey I found. A great piece of historical fiction.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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