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AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Jasmin Marie

Awakening the Gods (Rise of the Celtic Gods #1)Awakening the Gods by Kristin Gleeson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Awakening the Gods (Rise of the Celtic Gods #1) is my first read by author Kristen Gleeson. This story of Soarse and Smithy was beautiful and interesting. Gleeson beautifully captured the main characters’ surroundings as well as the music they played together. I truly felt like I was witnessing the scenes myself. In addition to the characters and their stories, I enjoyed learning the history of the Celtic Gods. I’m looking forward to reading book 2!

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The Forsaken: Wraith by Martin Ferguson – Review by Jasmin Marie

The Forsaken: WraithThe Forsaken: Wraith by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Forsaken: Wraith was my first book from this author. I’m not going to lie, this book was a slow start for me. In the first few chapters, I felt like there was a lot of promise but I just couldn’t find the spark I was looking for. However, I was soon drawn into the story around chapters 3-4! Martin Ferguson included so much detail into this world that I felt like I was a part of the Apprentice’s journey. The world he built gave me Game of Thrones vibes with more fantasy elements. I’ll definitely be on the lookout for more stories by this author!

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The Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn – Review by Jasmin Marie

The Myder Bird TattooThe Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! Just wow! I seriously could not put this book down– I would fall asleep reading it and wake up in the middle of the night just to read some more. I am just amazed by the level of thinking that went into dreaming up this fantasy world. In The Myder Bird Tattoo, Julia Colbourn creates a uniquely beautiful world with interesting and complex characters. I’m just so excited to read more— that is, I’m HOPING, and maybe even begging, for this to become a series. If I could give the book an extra star, I would. Unlike other fantasy novels, The Myder Bird Tattoo was way more than its fantasy components— the inter-racial tensions in the story mirror ones in our world today and may even teach some about the importance of acceptance.

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The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven series) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Jasmin Marie

The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven #1)The Girl and the Raven by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There are three things I love in a story – magic, mystery, and love. All of these elements were delivered in The Girl and the Raven by Pauline Gruber. This is my first read by this author, but it won’t be the last. In fact, I just ordered book two in the trilogy! Lucy is a strong and brave heroine who is willing to put all on the line for the people she loves. Overall, this story is filled with twists and turns, and you never really know who is on Lucy’s side until the end! I recommend The Girl and the Raven for young adults interested in witches, demons, and the supernatural. Kudos to Pauline Gruber for writing such a page-turner!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Jasmin Marie

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grave Digger Academy is the first book I have read by C.A. King. It reminded me a bit of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” mixed with “The Summoning” by Kelley Armstrong– making it a truly MAGICAL read! I definitely recommend it for young adults interested in witches, ghosts, and all things magical! I enjoyed reading about Makayla and her experiences during her first year at Grave Digger Academy. Overall, this quick read was very intriguing! I kept turning the page, hoping to learn more about the purpose of the Grave Digger Academy as well as Makayla’s purpose. My only wish would be for more detail about certain characters and the surroundings. I am excited to read more books in this series!

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