This fantasy hooked me in with in the first page and I couldn’t stop reading it. The story has wonderful characters, it is is well written, and I liked that it clearly shows the points of view of the different characters. Valentina works hard to survive but realizes she needs to find employment somewhere other than at home after her parent’s disappearance. She finds herself working for a lord taking care of his twin daughters in a house that is protected by magic. This book is the first book I’ve read by Ms. Frost and I cannot wait to read more of her books.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Betsy Melanohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBetsy Melano2020-09-07 09:24:442020-09-07 09:24:44House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Betsy Melano
It Comes From Within is the second book in the House Valdis series by Naomi Valkyrie. This is a very engrossing, and complex paranormal fantasy with a multi-layered storyline full of sci-fi elements, action, danger, violence, responsibility, suspense, secrets, vendettas, humour, tension, dramatic developments, romance, chemistry, hidden agendas, and magic. We met the majority of the cast back in Book One, so it was great to pick up with them again. Xenobia is still trying to come to terms with what occurred (in Book One) and all the added responsibility that brings. Merging the two houses and all the restructuring has taken time and a lot of energy. She is feeling the pressure and isn’t sure how much more she can take. It seems like she’s leaping from one crisis right into another. Then someone begins targeting House Valdis- danger is mounting, with a mysterious and malevolent adversary plotting from the shadows, one who has no intention of playing by the rules and is hell bent on winning at all cost, things escalate pretty quickly. With a lot riding on the outcome- the level of intensity was definitely set on HIGH- I was hanging on every word. I soooo need the next book…. STAT!!! I really recommend reading the previous book before starting on this one as this isn’t a standalone story, with the storyline bridging from the first book to this one. There is also a Prequel, which will add even more texture and provide important backstory. I loved that this book builds on what we already know, adding more facets to an already intriguing story. Brilliant!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2020-09-07 09:23:002020-09-07 09:23:00It Comes From Within (House Valdis Book 2) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Angela Hayes
I have to say, , House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost, had me. And when I say it had me, I had no clue what was going on till very near the end. I did have my suspicions after the ice scenario, but if you are one of those folks who like to figure it out before the picture is drawn, (I am), that’s way too late. An excellent dark fantasy romance that I enjoyed immensely. Danger and tension in all the right places, love and longing, its all wrapped up in this book in a package you will enjoy. I did have a little anxiety going on because Nisse and Sixtus were both great characters and I was really worried about who Valentina would choose. I think she chose well.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jonell Collinshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJonell Collins2020-09-07 09:22:072020-09-07 09:22:07House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Jonell Collins
House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost was a well written fantasy read. I loved the small details and descriptions. I felt like the world was built in front of me. I love the magic elements. Valentina was a strong character, I loved her determination to have a better life.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mirela Ruizhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMirela Ruiz2020-09-07 07:39:482020-09-07 07:39:48House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Mirela Ruiz
I give Alamir: Blood of Kaos Series by Nesa Miller, 4 stars.
I will admit, this book confused me at first. I did not really understand where it was going or who was important. I do not give up on books easily though and am glad that I did not on this one. It turned out to be a fabulous story, full of twists and turns and so captivating. Etain goes through so much in this book and is constantly learning and growing. She has to decide whom to trust when others tell her not to. She has to make decisions that affect not only herself — quite possibly the hardest decisions there are. I really enjoyed her as a main character.
Of course, this book is about so much more than just her. The other characters really add to this book and each in their own way will have you loving or hating them — or possibly both. At times, it is hard to decide who is the “good guy”. Then there is the story itself. I did not see most of the things coming and was constantly on edge for what would happen next. I loved it.
If you are a fan of fantasy with strong female leads, this book is for you.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erin Wolfhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErin Wolf2020-09-07 07:12:062020-09-07 07:12:06Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) by Nesa Miller – Review by Erin Wolf
As warring factions converge on The Lucky Devil bar, she finds herself in the center of a battle of bullets and magic.
The corporate entities that ruled Chicago aren’t through with the Finder yet and the other powers-that-be don’t intend to be left in the dust. Between the Kodiak Corporation, the Magic Guild, and the Faerie King himself, everyone’s after Rune.
The real prize? The Masterson Files, a computer program with the impossible ability to cast magic.
Everyone seems to think Rune is the key, but she doesn’t have a clue what happened to her former husband or his revolutionary code. Despite the lies between them, the only person she can turn to is cybernetic corporate spy, St. Benedict.
Can she trust the Saint of Liars to help her answer the one question that matters to her most: Where is Justin Masterson?
Megan Mackie is a writer, actor, and playwright. She started her writing career as an indie author and had such smashing success in her first year with her inaugural book The Finder of the Lucky Devil, that she made the transition to traditional publishing. She has become a personality at many cons, recognizable by her iconic leather hat and engaging smile. She has recently joined Bard’s Tower, a mobile con bookstore, and has sold her books next to great authors such as Peter David, Melinda Snodgrass, Dan Wells, Claudia Gray, John Jackson Miller, and Jim Butcher, to name a few.
She has published four novels including: The Finder of the Lucky Devil, The Saint of Liars, Death and the Crone, and Saint Code: The Lost through eSpec Books. She is also a contributing writer in the role-playing game Legendlore soon to be published by Onyx Path Publishing.
Outside of writing she likes to play games: board games, RPGs, and video games. She has a regular Pathfinder group who is working their way through Rapanthuk. She lives in Chicago with her husband and children, dog, three cats, and her mother in the apartment upstairs.
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I give House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie, 5 stars.
This short story really packs a punch. There is so much in here, and you will really get to know so much about Xen. The author weaves a tale of heartache and determination. You really understand Xen and why she does what she does. It was written in such a gripping way too. I was not able to put it down until I finished.
If you are a fan of wonderfully written science fiction, this book is definitely for you.
I loved this book. It is the second book in this series which I highly suggest reading to help you enjoy this series more. It is great seeing where the characters come from and where they are now. I have read every one of this author’s books, I think this is among my favorites by her. It is a shorter story that I found to be full of action and kept me turning pages fast. Xenobia is back in this book with determination to prove to everyone that she is not like their previous leader. What will happen when a blood den along with some enemies is found? Will it produce memories that are a solution or will they just haunt her? This is such a fast paced story that I lost track of time reading it. The details made it fun, easy and entertaining to read. I highly recommend picking up this book and others by this author today.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2020-09-06 13:48:572020-09-06 13:48:57It Comes From Within (House Valdis Book 2) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I loved every bit of this fantasy read. This was not only beautifully written but the action itself kept your interest long past chapter one. I even loved the heroine of these characters. Page-turner for sure as it grips your interest. This is very unpredictable and indescribable to read let alone write a review for. You won’t regret picking up this one as it takes you to another world.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2020-09-06 00:54:122020-09-06 09:03:23House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Faith Jackson
This book is so darn good! It was a short paranormal story that was full of action and adventure. For being a short story it was well developed and I absolutely loved all of the main characters. I cannot wait to get my hands on more by the author and i would definitely recommend this to a friend! Happy Reading!
I’ll start by saying this isn’t my usual read, But I was pleasantly surprised by how into the book I got. The very good character build-up was a positive, same as the world build-up. The author does a great job keeping me engaged! I found the main character interesting and following her through her ups and downs was a page-turner. I’m interested in reading more by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Harmonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Harmon2020-09-04 16:05:462020-09-04 18:27:47Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) by Nesa Miller – Review by Heather Harmon
“Overhead the master of the night, a luminous globe of light, stood proudly with an army of knights adorned in twinkling armor stretching across the dark velvet sky. I’d count on their radiance to guide me.”
Wow. What an enchanting world Pippa J. Frost has created with House of Illusions. She’s not only got a way with words that made my prose loving heart happy, but she created such a beautiful world that I just wasn’t ready to leave when the end came. The prologue had me hooked and by the time I was a few chapters in, I couldn’t stop devouring this adventure. There are so many enchanted creatures in this book, and Frost made it entirely believable that humans live alongside them. I so wish this had been a series instead of a stand-alone just to see more of the characters and magic. This is getting added to my re-read list so I can explore all the “Illusions” with eyes wide open.
P.S. I’ll gladly spearhead Team Lord Winslow forever and ever.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Courtney Raneehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCourtney Ranee2020-09-04 14:01:192020-09-04 18:25:17House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Courtney Ranee
I absolutely LOVED this book!!! I almost passed it by when looking for a new book to read but I fell in love with the cover (something I rarely look at) and I am so glad that I picked it up! I was hooked from beginning to end. The authors writing was fantastic and a wonderful introduction to her as a new to me author! I cannot wait for read more from her. The descriptive language and writing the author uses is one of the best I have ever read, I could imagine every little detail she was talking about. I loved Valentina, she was such a great character to read about and following her on her journey was great. There were so many wonderful twists and turns in the story it really was exciting to read and I couldn’t put it down at all. It was great to read something so different and although I love romance I’m not a huge fantasy fan but this book was just amazing! I 100% recommend this book to other readers and I cannot wait to read more from Ms Frost in the future!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2020-09-04 09:58:532020-09-04 10:25:09House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Katie Matthews
It Comes from Within (House of Valdis Book 2) by Naomi Valkyrie
5 +++++ Stars
I must mention before anything else that this genre is NORMALLY not my chosen genre, but this author has taken this to a new level for me and I’m so invested in this whole story and in all of these characters to a point that I already want to go back and read all again. Real life didn’t exist while I read this book. It was leftovers for supper and less sleep than normal. Phenomenal job!!
There are a lot of people to keep track of in this book, a lot of moving parts to keep straight. What Miss Valkyrie did with the different chapters and the many different POV’s allowed me to connect to each character in a way that made this story that much better for me. I was so engrossed in every page that I did have to force myself to slow down so that I could keep everyone and everything compartmentalized. Once I did that and focussed on every word it was, simply put, completely amazing.
This part picks up a little bit after book 1 ended and I’m not going into too much of the storyline because I will not give away anything that will take away the enjoyment of experiencing this story except to say…I would NOT attempt reading this as a standalone, it wont work. You wont understand some of what happens or feel the impacts without book 1. I’ve sat and thought about who my favorite character is next to Xen of course and I can not come up with a favorite besides maybe Matt, he makes me smile. I just love the family feel and the loyalty portrayed in this story.
I can not wait for the next book in this series, the twist in this book was a complete game changer for me and the path Xen has decided to take could make things even more interesting.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2020-09-04 06:08:172020-09-04 06:08:17It Comes From Within (House Valdis Book 2) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Debi Kircher
House of Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House of Valdis #0) by Naomi Valkyrie is where the story really starts and is the prequel to The Rise of House Valdis book 1. It is a really, really quick read but that doesn’t mean that Naomi has not filled it to the brim with suspense, emotions and everything more. After reading this everything about the first book becomes so much more and gives us an insight we had not seen before. This intense read was easy to get lost in and was over before I knew it. I enjoyed the first book but this one was great, and Naomi is finding her niche and did such a great job of putting it all together.
Alamir: Blood of Kaos, Book 1, Audio Book By Nesa Miller
I love listening to audio books and this was no exception. The story caught my interest right from the start. The main character Etain is a girl I admire who I could could see myself befriending for her strength and courage after she loses her family. All the characters that come into play are well thought out. I can’t wait to listen to the next book in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Betsy Melanohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBetsy Melano2020-09-03 21:42:012020-09-04 10:21:53Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) AUDIBLE BOOK TOUR by Nesa Miller – Review by Betsy Melano
A well written story, which has elements of dark fantasy and romance. Valentina is a fighter, who works hard for her living. After the disappearance of her parents, her brother’s drinking habits gets her family into trouble. The man she has given her heart to, leaves her behind to travel the world. One night, unable to bear her brother’s tantrums, she escapes the house and seeks asylum in a wealthy man’s house. Everything seems to be going well for her there, little does she know that there is magic around the house. And when a darker force rises in the town, she ventures to stop it. Nisse, the other protagonist has a soft corner on Valentina and when he finds her missing in the mansion, he sets off in a quest to find her. In the backdrop, there is a war raging between dwarves and the humans. Will Valentina and Nisse be able to bring back peace between them? This forms the crux of the story. It is a breezy read with elements of fantasy, magic, suspense and romance. The narration happens in the point of view from multiple characters, which makes the book more interesting. I really enjoyed this book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anantha Rusumhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnantha Rusum2020-09-03 21:06:482020-09-03 22:29:06House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Anantha Rusum
WOW! What a great read. This is not my usual style book but I couldn’t pull myself away! The author does a great job with Character build-up as well as having a good flow throughout the book. I really couldn’t put this one down, there’s some ups downs, and sideways feelings in this book. I look forward to reading more from this author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Harmonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Harmon2020-09-03 20:05:452020-09-03 22:26:41House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Heather Harmon
Pippa Frost is an amazing author that writes about dwarves and humans. Her descriptive writing paints a vivid picture in my mind’s eye. The plotline is what kept me turning the pages to find out what was going to happen next. The characters are intriguing as well. I felt as if the characters were alive and were in my world. I felt the need to keep turning the pages to see what is coming next. This story is about Valentina and Nisse. They need to get the dwarves and humans together and bring peace across the land. How will they do that? Will they be able to complete what they started? I highly recommend this story. You will want to see how Valentina and Nisse accomplish what they started.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2020-09-03 17:41:432020-09-03 22:18:16House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Erica Fish
House of Illusions: A Dark Fantasy Romance by Pippa J. Frost
This book grabbed me from the beginning and kept me entertained throughout. I found that the author did an awesome job making me feel like I was right in the story with her descriptive scenery and wonderful characters. This story is full of magic, twists and turns, danger, fantasy, and some romance. I had no idea who to trust or not until I reached the end of the story. This book will take you on a magical adventure, to find out what happens this is a must read. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candida Hopperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandida Hopper2020-09-03 15:56:492020-09-03 16:10:12House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Candida Hopper
This was my first book by Nesa Miller. The beginning of this book had me slightly confused but it ended up working out. Our lead female character is Etain, a human turned Alamir. Our main male character in my opinion is Dar- Lord Darknight. There are multiple players in this story and they’re all a great supporting cast. This story was well written and a unique take on lovers who have a hard time finding their time to be together. It was a good story and I look forward to the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Meg Tyrrellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMeg Tyrrell2020-09-03 15:30:582020-09-03 16:09:37Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) AUDIBLE BOOK TOUR by Nesa Miller – Review by Meg Tyrrell
House of Illusions is an enchanting fantasy novel by Pippa J. Frost. It is set in the Swiss Alps, and draws on local folklore to create an immersive magical world. The narrative passes between the perspectives of many characters, always clearly indicated at the start of the chapter. This lets the reader see the story unfolding across multiple settings, as we begin to piece together the puzzle. There are plenty of twists and turns and, as the title suggests, you can’t always trust what you see. For me, the best thing about this book was the setting. It reminded me of childhood visits to the alps and the stories I was told about dwarves and dragons. The descriptions of the landscape and details such as plants really enhanced the vivid picture Frost paints. I found it hard to warm to the characters as we are always aware that not all of them can be trusted. But by the end, once I knew who was really on Valentina’s side, I definitely had some favourites! And Valentina herself is an admirable protagonist, with a strong sense of duty and self-preservation. For me, this is a five-star book. I would definitely recommend it to fantasy fans! This book will transport you and draw you into a fantastic story. I’m looking forward to reading more by Frost in the future!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Francis O'Sullivanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFrancis O'Sullivan2020-09-03 08:31:092020-09-03 15:04:29House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Francis O’Sullivan
Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) by Nesa Miller. This is a dark, fantasy story that will grab you from the very beginning and you won’t want to put it down until you are finished. Its the story of Etain who is strong, hard headed and is not afraid of anything. Growing up Etain has always heard stories of Alamir but she thought they were just stories. Finding out it is real causes her to freak a little. When her family is taken from her by an assassin she is in taken in by a clan. It is now her mission to find the demon who took her family and make them pay. Realizing it will take more than what she has to track the demon down she asks her friends for help. While trying to track down the demon she is also taken with Dar romantically. Will this cause her to not pay attention and die at the hand of the demon who killed her family? Will Etain and her friends survive this hardcore battle? Read Alamir to find out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2020-09-03 07:09:142020-09-03 11:09:41Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) by Nesa Miller – Review by Tausha Treadway
Miller is a fantastic talent and I loved this book. Immediately I was transported into this world and found myself invested in finding out what happened with Etain and who she is. I loved how the story unfolded and couldn’t put it down. Simply put I am excited to continue reading this series and seeing what happens next. Fantasy lovers – this is a must read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Lovelacehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Lovelace2020-09-02 21:48:042020-09-02 21:48:04Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) by Nesa Miller – Review by Heather Lovelace
I loved how Frost started this story. It was a beginning that immediately pulled me in and caused me to understand more about our heroine and her world. This fantasy felt tangible and epic. I really appreciated the world building and the class distinction that was outlined. I thought the characters were well developed and a great amount of thought was used to develop this world and all of its inhabitants. Frost has put together a beautiful world in my estimation and one that I hope I am able to visit again. This is a book I am adding to my “read again” list – I cannot wait to enjoy these characters again!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Lovelacehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Lovelace2020-09-02 21:46:342020-09-02 21:46:34House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Heather Lovelace
Miller is a fantastic talent and I loved this book. I really enjoyed listening to the book I had become found of and found that it opened up the world even more immediately to my senses. I loved this book and enjoyed listening to the audio performance. Recommend both highly.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Lovelacehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Lovelace2020-09-02 21:42:122020-09-02 21:42:12Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) AUDIBLE BOOK TOUR by Nesa Miller – Review by Heather Lovelace
This is a fantasy story with a lot of action and adventure. Nesa Miller is becoming one of my favorite authors. Her writing style flows gently throughout her story. There were enough action and adventure to carry through to the end of the story. This is the first book in this series and I cannot wait to see what is coming up in the next book. I felt as if was on a roller coaster ride because of the twists and turns, ups and downs, and action to keep me turning pages until the last page. The characters are engaging and fully developed. There is so much depth to the characters that keep the story going. This story is about Etain. Throughout her life, she was told fairy tails about Alamir. Like some fairy tales in our world, it was told to her to teach lessons. She was learning about her destiny in the fairy tales. Will these stories help her with her current situation? This story is a must-read especially if you love fantasy stories as much as I do.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2020-09-02 18:00:562020-09-02 22:38:14Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) by Nesa Miller – Review by Erica Fish
House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie. This is not my favorite genre but the 1st book of House Valdis series grabbed me and didn’t let go. I loved it so I was super excited to get to read this book after The Rise of the House Valdis. It was short so I read it in one sitting and it just made me more ready for the 2nd one! This book takes place before the 1st so it explains a lot. I learned a lot more about Xenobia and what all she has been thru. Xenobia doesn’t get close to people but she has become attached to her friend Urd. They bonded over the awful treatment and they are trying so hard to get away. This book is about friendship, drama and adventure. Will Xenobia and Urd survive? Read this book to find out! You won’t be sorry!
Xenobia is raised in a society that treats women like cattle, so she does her best to keep herself, never bringing attention to herself and always obeying by the rules. She certainly doesn’t like to get attached to people. Then she meets Urd, who becomes her best friend…. But they are then brought by a a man with very extreme sadistic tendencies. Now, they both go on the run to find safety…….
I really enjoyed this book, full of adventure and a great paranormal story. The characters had me drawn in from the beginning, and with it being a short novel, I was just lost in the pages until the end. I love paranormal books and this is definitely a great read. I am now going to read more by this author, as it has given me a taste for more.
I knew I had to find out what this book was all about the moment that I set my eyes on the cover! It is gorgeous and pulls the reader in without even needing a word read. I was so excited to find that the adventure inside was more than enough to live up to the enticing cover. This is a dark fantasy read that keeps the reader engrossed in the characters from the very first page until the very last word. We delve into a world of fairytale with creatures that hold magic. We see dwarves and humans clashing and Valentina and Nisse will have to work together to bring them peace that both sides desire. I really loved the adventures these two found themselves in and how I was transported to this magical world so much so that I felt as if I was walking right next to them as they made their way. I couldn’t get enough of this book and found myself reading well past my bedtime to find out how it would all come to an end and now I anxiously await more from Pippa J. Frost!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Liz Vrchotahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLiz Vrchota2020-09-01 18:43:152020-09-01 18:53:35House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Liz Vrchota
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