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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords, Book 1)Return of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a book with strong character and plot development and this book has both. Between the beautiful cover lays a Fantasy land with deep ties to Norse mythological lore. There is action, adventure, fantasy, romance, and my favorite, historical details. All aspects of a great story are the building blocks an author uses to catch the reader and this author did just that. This was a page turner. I stayed up reading the night through and finally turned in at 4am, but not only did I not stop thinking about the tale, I dreamt about it. Starting book two now and looking forward to another late night.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Amy Brennan

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was far different from the novels I have been reading as of late, and really stole my attention away from the real world. The author brings the reader into a world where females are, in my opinion, the far stronger sex, which is always exciting, and to a dystopian world like no other. The choices made, words used to describe the characters, world, and adventure that ensues is delectable to say the least. Ultimately, everything happens for a reason, and timing is a large part of that, as you’ll soon find out.

I love a good read that includes two characters that separate, are unsure of the future, but together make for a brighter future. This novel brought me that join, along with a smile, sadness, goosebumps and the hope that this world continues on in future adventure, as I have become a huge fan of this authors work, and look forward to following Bernard, Alva, and the rest of their world for some time. Highly recommend!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Audrie Harrington

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have never read a story like this. It is fantasy but also historical fiction as it mixes magic and mythology with the destruction of Pearl Harbor. I’m glad the author put a glossary in the beginning of the book because I needed to reference names and places as I read. The characters drew me in and I wanted to learn their stories. Alva didn’t grow up with her queen mother or sisters but comes back when trouble arises. She is a Huldra who uses the male life force to live. Alva went against the norm and did not kill her partner, but helped him win a war. Bernard, a resistance soldier, is grieving the loss of his family and is willing to do anything to bring them back. Bernard changes one event in history which alters the fate for all. He knows one small change can make a difference in the future so now he has to go back and fix it with the help of Alva. Something seems to be working against them and Bernard and Alva need to figure it out so they can change the past and put the timeline back right.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by by Cindy Rushin

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was surprisingly good. It was a story about Gods and elves but they seemed so real and approachable somehow. Reading Bernard’s story was intriguing and interesting. The story had some twists and turns that kept me interested as I tried to figure out how it would end. This is the first book in a series and I am looking forward to reading the next book.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Amanda Williams

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Excellent world building and real relatable characters. I liked the history element mixed with the fantasy. A lot of messages about cause and effect with a clear statement – you can’t change the past. Really fast paced and I couldn’t wait to find out what happened.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Rachel Moss

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great read! The writing was fantastic and I was easily drawn into the story. There was vivid imagery and I felt like I was right there in the story with the characters. I do have one complaint though. While this book is 1 of 1, it felt like a sequel. The way the book started, it felt more like a continuation of a series, and I didn’t connect with the characters. It took me several chapters to do so. So while I enjoyed this book, it took me awhile to feel that connection. I think that if the author were to write a prequel it would work a lot better. All in all I really enjoyed reading this book and I would definitely read more from this author in the future!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Kayla Kearney

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Definitely a slow start to the book, but turned out to be a great story in the end! The book was definitely not what I expected, but I really enjoyed the writers twist on history. As a huge history nerd and mythology nerd, I really loved how she incorporates both into the story, to me it reminded me a lot of the Wonder Woman movies but also was in a league of its own. The author has a great attention to detail, plus I loved the work they put into developing all of the characters. I definitely hope to read more of their work in the future!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by S. Bittles

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was drawn to this book when I saw the beautiful cover art and after the synopsis I couldn’t wait to start reading it. I love the fantasy romance genre and the Author has a wonderful talent with their world building and the way they smoothly write in aspects of history/mythology.

The Author has given us an amazing start to the series with their unique storyline and characters. I would love to have this book on my shelf, I can’t wait to read what comes next!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Darla Yocom

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not put this book down!

I am new to the author and her books but I think I’ll be reading more after engulfing this book. Initially, I was intrigued by the beautiful graphics on the cover and hoped the story would be just as intriguing. I was happy to learn that my instincts were right!

This book is a fantastic fictional fantasy story that will make for an incredible series with plenty of room to continue building/expanding the plot and the characters.

Throughout the book, I found myself mesmerized by the exquisite attention to details. I am always on the lookout for authors who have the gift of creating incredible imagery within their stories, and this author did not disappoint. I was hooked by the cover and upon reading from page one.

I thought the book was an easy read and flowed very well.

Can I say again that I did not want to put this book down?

I enjoyed the chemistry amongst the different characters and often felt as if I was rooting for some and hating on others. To evoke that type of reaction in a reader isn’t easy and honestly kept me enthralled from the get go. This book definitely grabbed my attention and never let go.

When the main character, Bernard (Marchand) alters the timeline, I thought of the many stories or movies I have seen in the past regarding timelines, changing history, etc. I immediately thought of the ripple effect and thought, “uh oh.” While I completely understand how someone who has lost people they love would want to go back and change things, the result of such things always seems to have that darn ripple effect and will not always be a positive result. So once the characters attempt to rectify the timeline issue I knew we were in for a bit of drama, suspense, and action.

Also, while I’m not a fan of romance storylines since they tend to overshadow or take away from the main story, I did not mind the romance piece in this book. It was well written and implemented into the story. It works well!

I think any fantasy fan will thoroughly enjoy this book, but the mix of norse mythology and a bit of world history will also satisfy readers of other genres as well.

Overall, this book was incredible and by far one of my favorite reads to date. I give this book 5 out of 5 stars!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Jo Frizzell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book! My go-to genre tends to be fantasy, and this author has this amazing mastery of what makes fantasy novels so compelling. The author weaves these worlds, making it easy to see and understand the way they are interrelated. Reading this story, I was completely engrossed in the descriptions especially because they painted a picture: not always a pretty one, but an intense and compelling one that completely made sense for where on the journey we were, following the characters. The characters were also complex and relatable, facing problems that we may face here in the real world, but adapted to their world. I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone who loves fantasy!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by jennifer reimer

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was very impressed with this book and how much there was in it, from fantasy, military fiction, alternative history, and Norse mythology. The characters and the world-building were what grabbed me and really made it hard for me to put it down. I really enjoyed how this book brought in some true history, mixed with the fantasy. Bernard and Alva are amazing characters and they went very well together in this story. I really enjoyed this book and it kept me wondering what amazing things were to happen next.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Ayla Eddy

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a captivating fantasy adventure story. The world is easy to get lost in with the details provided by the author. Our main character Bernard changes the past for his family, but this comes with dire consequences. Partnering with fellow solider Alva to prevent the end of the world. Will they succeed in their quest?

My first read by this author and definitely not my last. The story gripped me from the first chapter. Putting it down felt like punishment and all I could think about was what was waiting for me when I picked it back up. I highly recommend this book!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Paula R Sayers

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book immensely. It is about a person’s decision to change the past to save the lives of loved ones and the consequences that happen because of this decision. The characters are written so very well that I loved them. This is my first book by this author but will not be my last!!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

What lengths would you go to in order to save those you love? Would you change history to bring them back? Well, that’s exactly what Bernard does- the loss of his family weighing heavily on his soul, Bernard changes history, which comes with devastating consequences. He has a chance to make things right- to restore the original timeline. And so, the quest begins…..
Return of the Elf Lord is the first book in the Kingdom of the Elf Lords series by Heidi Vanlandingham. It is a wonderfully original mix of fantasy, the paranormal, Norse mythology, elves, magic, action, romance, drama, emotion, adventure, loss/sadness, responsibility, and superb world building….. and it turned out to be every bit as good as I hoped it would be.
This is a wonderful start to a new series that I can’t wait to return to asap, with ‘The Elf Lords Curse” (Book #2)- coming soon I hope….
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Heidi Vanlandingham!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a good fantasy story. I did struggle with the beginning since there are a ton of new characters met during that time. It was a bit confusing going back and forth. After that the story really started to take shape. I was drawn into their plight and wondered where and what would happen next. This is a good story that drew me in with the characters that didnt want to let go.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an amazing story. It is so well thought our and developed. The storyline was complex and interesting and pulled you straight in right from the start. I was intrigued by what was going to happen.
I thought the characters fit the story really well. They added a depth to the storyline. I loved how the book seemed to have a bit of everything. This is the first book that o have read by this author and I can definitely say it won’t be my last.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Karen Pearman

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a wonderfully written fantasy story by a new author to me. I was intrigued by the book cover and the title which was reminiscent to me of “Lord of the Rings”. It wasn’t quite what I was expecting, but I’m glad that I decided to read this story. I couldn’t put it down! I am especially fond of Norse mythology, and this delivered just that. She did a fabulous job with her mythology knowledge built into a World War II era. There is a lot of romance mixed into the action and history, but her weaving of the information throughout the book was perfect. I highly recommend this book to anyone with a penchant for fantasy, action, and romance. You won’t be disappointed.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this fantasy adventure. The author does an amazing job with her characters making them seem real as well as the world they live in. I like the outline of people wanting to change history and the consequences of doing so. We all at some point wish we could change things that have happened in the past but this book really makes you think of the effect on the present.

Bernard was a soldier after losing his parents and the his wife and children to the war he is desperate to rewrite history and save them. Little does he realise what changing history and saving his family does to the present day of the world.

Alva has also lost people in her life. After losing her father she became estranged from her mother after she refuses to follow their ancient ways. This refuses leads her into trouble and with her partner starting the count down to the end of all worlds she is now in a race against time to save everything world.

Alva joins up with Bernard and together with the goddess Freyja and other helpers then set out on a mission to put history back in place and to stop the world’s from ending. The question is will the do it in time or is the world as they know it doomed.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Edie Kelleher

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A well written fantasy with detailed world building. A slow lead up resulting in lots of action, romance, fantasy and suspense to keep you hooked. I liked all the characters and found myself easily immersed in their story. This is the first book that I have read by this author, and I will definitely be looking into her others.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Jade Thomson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! The beginning really drew me in and got me excited to read the rest. I didn’t realize that this book was a standalone from another series- so I get to enjoy reading more from this world. The main characters: Bernard and Alva are both so interesting and charming and show such personal growth throughout the story. I love fantasies and mythology and this book really hits the mark. This is a fantastic book my friends- and deserves a read. (:

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham- Review by Lauren West

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first time reading this author, but this book was very recommended. This story excited the senses and took my imagination into overdrive. This storyline took place in the most vivid and descriptive fantasy world, and every character was unique.

Fantasy, mythology, magic, and romance factor into the themes of this book. The MC Bernard and Alva have each chosen to test fate. Selfless and intelligent individuals who’s desperation and devastation tipped the scales. Bernard lost his entire family and in desperation altered time attempting to bring them back. Alva’s partner has initiated a sequence of events causing a worldly demise, and her failure to stop him and instead help him sets a moral divide on her end, as well as forces her to step in and save her realm.

Together they are on a quest to right the wrongs and save the 9 realms.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Candice Estes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wanting to save his family from death, Bernard tries to change their fates, but instead he changes history and almost destroys the world in the process.

Similarly, Alva, a Huldra, tries to prevent her partner from starting the end of the world, after the countdown is started.

Alva and Bernard join forces to stop the world from ending, but the real question becomes what will it cost them.

This book was a good book, and the author and series show great promise. I can’t wait to see where it goes from here.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Sarah King

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What would you do for love? Bernard is a solider who lost his entire family at Pearl Harbor. Bernard travels back to alter history, saving his family; but, the consequences are so dire they may have begun Ragnarok. Given one chance to set things right, Bernard works with his fellow solider and partner, Alva, to do just that. Yet as they do someone is doing all they can to make them unsuccessful. Will the two be able to figure out who it is? Will they be able to work together to save the nine realms?

I really enjoyed this book. It had a little bit of everything. Vanlandingham does an amazing job with her world building as well as the dynamics of her characters. This is the first book of hers that I have read but I will be going back to read her previous books while patiently waiting to see what comes next. Definitely worth the read.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Taylor K Stephenson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

~Fantastical Romance will have you reading through the night~

A read I picked up last week to be honest for the cover (I’m a sucker for good covers!!!) There were a number of other good reviews as well as a very intriguing synopsis. What drew me in though was the characters development. They stand alone really well on their own, but the author does a phenomenal job of bringing them together in a way that is truly exceptional.

This is typically my favorite genre to read; fantasy, romance, a little bit of darkness. What I haven’t read before is the tinge of history you get from this. I have to say it drew me in the way “Vikings” or “The Last Kingdom” did…such a good presentation it had me actually interested in Mythology and the historical context around the storyline.

Overall a great, straightforward read. If you are on the fence it has just the right amount of uniqueness and originality to make you begging for more.

Review by @taylorkstephenson

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Moriah Venable

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In a desperate attempt to bring his family back, solider Bernard tries to change their fates. Instead he changes history and almost destroys the world in the process.

Alva has a dilemma of her own as her partner has started the countdown of ending the world in their own way.

The two join forces to stop the world from ending but at what costs.

This was a book I couldn’t put down. The cover caught my attention but the premise was even more interesting. I was worried that I wouldn’t get immersed into the story but I was hooked right away.

I look forward to reading what happens next.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham-Review by Elena Tobar

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a great blend of romance, action, and fantasy. I was drawn into the magical world that the author creates from the very first page. I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen next! I really enjoyed the Norse mythology that was woven throughout. Bernard and Alva are drawn together but something is holding each of them back. They must work together if there’s any hope of saving the Nine Realms. This book is a real page turner that will have you captivated and on the edge of your seat the entire team.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Erica Shoebridge

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bernard and Alva are both brave, intelligent, and troubled heroes, who have lost their families and live their lives far from where they started. Bernard lost his parents and guardians long ago, and his wife and children at Pearl Harbour. Alva’s father died recently, and she is estranged from her mother, the queen, and her sisters because she refuses the practice of killing men to draw energy. Together with the goddess Freyja and other assistants, they defend the Nine Worlds from destruction. Bernard is so gutted about the war and the loss of his family, that he attempts to change the course of history to save them – unwittingly setting into motion a cascade of unintended consequences. As they battle together to right the wrong, they’ll need to use every power and person at their disposal.

I loved these two characters, and how they grew as people through the course of the story. They are flawed, but also courageous, loyal, and and loving. The authour wrote them masterfully. Exciting story and lots of action.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Stephanie nicole

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had so much to offer I can’t even stand it, full of Norse mythology, fantasy, military fiction and so much more it makes your head spin. This author was just purely amazing to me, their plot line was phenomenal, the word building was incredible, and the storyline was so well put together that I just simply couldn’t put this book down. Full of action, magic, paranormal characters, a wide variety of emotions, and so much more this book has something for everyone. So if your looking for a great new fantasy novel to read this weekend then you should pick this one up today.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was very impressed not just by the cover of this book, but as well as the story that unfolded right before my eyes. The story had a mesmerizing take as a treat for the readers, as well as the characters and the events that happened that brought all things to life.

Personally I loved the fantasy of this story. It was real to me, and the vivid descriptions of the book really took flight in a good way. I was amaze and read. I loved the characters, the good vs. evil was very strong in this book. Loved how the author played on words with morals of the characters with what is wrong and what is right. Also, how actions we choose can and will affect our life later on. The story was a fast [aced read and impossible to put down. I was impressed and amazed. Really loved this one!

As said, I loved this book with a passion. Defiantly a must read and recommend you reading this as quick as possible. It is a rare delight, best to be enjoyed. I can not wait to see what happens next in the series. The author has now gained a new fan to their fellowship! Recommend the book and author highly!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this fantasy story. This is a well written story about saving the NIne Realms and lurking enemies. This is a fast paced story that kept me engaged to the end. A story that is full of adventure where the characters had me coming back for more. I enjoyed how the characters are connectable and their growth throughout the story. They pulled me into their world and made me want to know what happened next. I enjoyed the growth of the plot as it made the story entertaining and easy to read. Will everyone be saved or does fate have something else in store for them? I enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.

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