The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Holy moly this was such a fun read. Action-packed plot with Greek mythology thrown in throughout the story. Nik was such a fun character to read. That ending was nail-biting tense. I highly recommend this to anyone who likes Greek mythology.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Cliff hanger leaves for Book 2 with no doubt in my mind. I love that this book is a combination of idea and theme of National treasure and Indiana Jones. Nik is a Highschool teacher without a worry in the world and he visits his grandfather who is mysterious. Nik is named as the next Guardian of the coin and if the coin lands in the wrong hands, evil and havoc will prevail. There is a second coin in the wrong hands so what happens if evil gets the magic of both coins? Read on and find out. This writer is amazing.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book took me roughly a week to read and I’d rate it 5/5 stars. It was well written and engaging. The main character Nick and his grandfather were well written and relatable. This story has everything from secret rooms and magical coins to weapons and bad guys. Although it wasn’t as action packed as I was hoping and the beginning didn’t really come to fruition just yet, I look forward to reading the next book in the series. This book follows a young teacher as he learns his family history and takes upon a new role as the guardian of the coin. The dialogue and people were extremely likable and their conversation and the plot itself did not seem forced at all. Overall great quick, easy read. I’d certainly recommend it.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Guardian’s Legacy, what fantastic first book, of what will be a great series. Fans of Dan Brown, will enjoy how the author tangles Greek mythology, ancient minted coins and modern day technology into a worthy adventure!
I enjoyed meeting this generation’s Guardian,
High school teacher Nik Zosimos, the author has done a great job flushing out a protagonist worthy of following into his next adventure.
In book one, Nik begins his real education, learning more than he ever thought he would from his Grandfather, and before you know it we are chasing him across Europe.
Can’t wait for Book Two in the Coin of Time Series by Luciana Cavallaro.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was so engrossing! I didn’t want to put it down! I adore the relationship between Nik and his Papou, and found it so relatable with their shared love of history, especially the history of the coin, and how they used it as a way to spend time together. The history shared in the story was fascinating and I was as captivated by it as Nik was as Papou shared. I also really love the bits and pieces the book shows of Nik’s relationships with his students. We’ve all had teachers like him, and a high school history teacher that the students clearly respect is so refreshing to see because it’s a true respect shown like it would be in real life. Nik’s trip and the people he met along the way are just another part of this book that made me not want to put it down! I can’t wait to see what happens next!
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A book with it all! Mystery, intrigue, escapades, gambles, exploits and time travel!! I have to admit whenever I have been asked what superpower I would have if I could have just one … 9 times out of 10 I have said time travel. This book brings that to life and the author added such rich detail that the imagery comes into your mind so clear. Nik is a great character and so well defined it was as if I have known him for a really long time. In fact all the characters are so well outlined they all become “book friends”. Luciana Cavallaro makes you truly care about her characters and has you wanting a happy ending for them.
The non stop action will have you clinging to this novel until the very end!
Nik is asked to be “guardian” of an ancient coin that has a twin. The twin has yet to be found but Nik’s grandfather thinks he may know where it is and upon traveling to Europe he disappears. Nik goes after him but ends up being chased by several organizations to which he flips the coin and ends up in a different time!
One of my favorite traits of an author is when they add historical, geological and mythological facts in their story that brings you something extra. This author does just that and in a way that makes these timeless stories new and blends them flawlessly with the tale she is telling. Overall this book gave me the great feels! I cannot wait to slip between the covers of book two!
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My rating 5 out of 5 stars
The first book in the Coin of Time series by Luciana Cavallaro was a real page turner. Nik is a high school teacher who discovers a secret that his grandfather has been keeping. This book included lots of time travel, mythology, and action! A perfect book to get sucked into.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Can I just say Wow! The Guardian’s Legacy was so much fun to read and get lost into its world. If you are a big fan of mythology, history, mystery, then this book is just perfect for you. Nik our main character is tasked with becoming the guardian of an ancient mysterious coin with untold powers that his traditionally his family has protected for many, many years. In order to become the guardian and taking possession of the coin from his grandfather, Nik must train in many different defense arts and even weapons that have not been seen or used for thousands of years! How cool is that?! The mystery you ask: Where did the coin come from, who gave it to the family to safeguard, and where is Grandfather? Read the book but beware, the ending is not as it seems. Cavallaro does a wonderful job of bringing the history aspects to life and the importance of history in our world today. The characters are amazing and believable, and it was so easy to get lost in their world. Join me in reading this wonderful book and relish in the fun of ancient history and mythology.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Nik Zosimos is a history teacher in a local high school where his love of history is passed down to his students as it was passed down to him by his grandfather Iasos, over the years, they have shared many a conversation over food and wine, but when his grandfather calls him in the middle of the day and asks him to come over to his house, Nik is a little worried because it isn’t something that his grandfather would usually do. When he arrives at his grandfathers house, nothing is amiss, he is his usual healthy self and in good spirits as they enjoy a meal and some beers together, that is until his grandfather reveals something to Nik which is about to blow his whole world wide open.
As Nik leaves his grandfathers house in a state of astonishment, the first thing he does is get straight onto the internet and do some research to try and verify what his grandfather has told him, but although some things are confirmed, some of the most vital parts aren’t, but he continues to dig and even asks a colleague for some hints about where to look as well. As he researches, more of his grandfathers revelation makes sense, but now he has to make a decision as to whether he wants to find out more.
Nik takes a couple of days to think about this decision and how serious his grandfather had become while telling him the little he was able to confide in him and it set Nik, it is this and the intrigue his grandfathers words caused him which leads to his final choice. As Nik finds out more about the history of his grandfathers responsibilities and what it means for his future, he also discovers how deep the mystery truly goes and to what lengths people have gone to acquire the knowledge he now has. Will Nik be able to rise to the challenge his grandfather has set him and become the latest guardian, or will time be against him? This is a gripping story which transcends time and which you will become engrossed in the twists and turns within it as the characters themselves.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Nik Zosimos teaches high school and leaves before a department meeting due to a strange text followed by silence from his grandfather. Nik’s papou tells him that he could be the next keeper of a 2500-year-old coin, but to think on it to make sure this is what he wants. Nik can not be told more than that before his decision is made. If he chooses no, he will know nothing else. If he chooses yes, he will begin to train.
Nik, like his grandfather is passionate about history. I have never been a fan of history but even I recognized names in this story and got excited. Helen of Troy, Aphrodite, the Iliad, the connections made to so many years earlier, of one small coin that started out as a rock is exciting.
Nik is confronted with a schedule that has him almost double thinking his decision to jump in. He begins to learn the history of the coin, while training in weapons, working out, and reading the vast library at his grandfathers. Nik must be prepared for anything. Including knowing that there may be a second coin that if both coins ended up in the wrong hands could cause catastrophic danger. This was a great read and look forward very much to the next book. Thank you Luciana Cavallaro for making even me excited about history, myths, and tales passed down from one generation to the next.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Guardian’s Legacy (The Coin of Time series Book 1) by Luciana Cavallaro was a very interesting and short read for me. I was initially drawn to this novella by its cover, the colors were beautiful, and the drawing intricate. But upon reading the first chapter I found myself fascinated with the characters and the story of the 2500 year old magical coin, that is so powerful it must be guarded at all costs. This novella included lots of Greek mythology, fantastic characters, and an amazing plot that will keep the readers reading until the very last word. I loved this story so much that I initially just wanted to read for a little bit and found myself reading the whole thing on one sitting. So if you want to find out if this magical coin falls into the wrong hands you’ll have to read The Guardian’s Legacy (The Coin of Time series Book 1) by Luciana Cavallaro for yourself.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you are a fan of action/adventure, history, and suspense, you will LOVE The Guardian’s Legacy (The Coin of Time Series Book 1) by Luciana Cavallaro. I am a fan of authors like Dan Brown, and movies like National Treasure, and this book fits in nicely with those works. An unlikely, but likeable, main character receives a call to action which sets off events that will carry you away from the first page. There is something for every reader in this book: action, adventure, history, myth, suspense, and family secrets. This is a fast-paced read that ended too soon, but thankfully, it is only book one. This author’s writing style is captivating and well-done, and sucks you right into the story. I very highly recommend this book and am awaiting book 2.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Guardian’s Legacy was a really good read! I enjoyed so many aspects of this quick novel. The history, the Greek retellings, the entire pace of the novel. So much was there to keep me entertained and hold my focus while reading. The Greek mythology was a amazing to me. I love reading anything that has to do Greek history and their gods, and the fact that this book and the premise of the story was based around them was incredible to me. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this novel and I can’t wait to see what happens next in the next installment of this series!
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow!! This story was an incredibly power-packed thriller. It was just what I needed. Every once in awhile I need a good thriller and this one brought it all. You get sucked in at the beginning with an action chase and you don’t want to leave even when you hit the big power cliff-hanger ending. Tremendous characters written with adventurous personalities that fit the story. Amazing!! My 2021 thriller pick for the year. You have to read this. I just can’t tell you enough about the good things. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.!!!!
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great first book in the Coin of Time Series. I love how action packed it is and how the author really brings history to life. Hearing about things that happened long ago gives this book a unique twist, as well as being full of action ots educational as well.
Nik thinks he is an ordinary school teacher but how wrong he was. After his grandfather explains that they are guardian’s of a special coin that they must protect at all costs. Weaving the story through Ancient Greece and Mythology you really get drawn into the magic of the coin.
But then things change. When Nik’s grandfather goes missing and Interpol turn up asking questions Nik starts to wander if the job of protecting this precious coin is as dangerous as his grandfather made out.
This book is left on a cliff hanger and I can’t wait to continue this story.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a really good book to a start to a series. It is a little slow but its really building into a series that I know will be great. The issues that happen in the book are really telling a story that will be amazing. A guardian to a artifact that is century’s old and to protect it his grandpa goes missing. People showing up that want to find his grandpa too. And finding out what this artifact does was a great build up. Can’t wait for book two.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Guardian’s Legacy is the first book in the Coin of Time series by Luciana Cavallaro and also the first book by this FANTASTIC author that I have read. I am 100% now a huge fan!
From the turn of the first page to the very last I was hooked on this extremely well crafted original story. With its action packed story line and historical references you will be fully transported into this thrilling, sometimes time traveling adventure. Great and I think fully relatable characters add to your enjoyment every step of the way. I can’t wait for book 2. I NEED to know what is next!!
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was so good!! I love a good action adventure story and this is no exception. You met Nik, who is a high school teacher, ends up these messages from his grandfather. When Nik goes to visit his grandfather, happy as can be. But Nik’s grandfather has secrets, or are they just myths? There is a very powerful, magical coin that if it falls into the wrong hands, it could be very bad. The coin is guarded and when Nik’s grandfather names Nik as the next to guardian to protect the coin, the mystery and adventure begins. The ending….ahhh!! Cannot wait for book two to see what happens next.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Guardian’s Legacy (Coin of Time Book 1) by Luciana Cavallaro is a gripping tale. It is steeped in ancient Greek history giving the story much more depth. Failure is not an option for Nikolaos and his duty is a heavy burden if the world is to survive. He knows nothing of the guardianship that has been passed down through generations but now he has been chosen he must follow the rules and keep the coin safe and out of the hands of evil just waiting to take for themselves. This entertaining tale starts with the action from the beginning. Luciana has given us an engaging and unique story born of mythology.
Reviewed by @jennadb
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! This is a very fast-paced, exciting adventure with constant plot twists, and new obstacles to overcome. Affable teacher Nik Zosimos falls into his destiny after a visit with his Papou. This book drops you headlong into the past, and provides so much detail it feels as if you’re right beside Nik as he figures out what this new role and life are all about. I definitely felt right at home in this story, and the outside world faded away as I raced around in this adventure. Definitely give it a shot!
Reviewed by @ericalorraine
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The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this short story that is suspenseful and full of action. This is a well written story about Nik and a message he receives from his grandfather. As he rushes to his grandfather’s side, he finds him happy to see him. He is holding a secret that dates back to Herakles. But is it true or is it just a myth? They are great characters who really made the story for me. They brought the story to life on each page as well as made it engaging. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the first word. I also enjoyed the growth of the plot and how fast paced it was. This is a story that I had a hard time putting down. I highly recommend this book.
Review by @bjwagner
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Guardians Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro is the first book in the Coin of Time series. This is a well written and adventurous story that is routed in historical and modern day fiction. I thought the book was put together well. It pulls you in with quite a fast paced start while also filling out the details. It grabs your attention straight away, making sure sure you are engaged and wanting to read more.
The characters were all interesting. It felt like you really get to know them and as the story progressed you become fully invested in their journey.
This is still a pretty new author to me but I definitely like what I see so far. I am looking forward to the nextblok in the series.
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Guardian’s Legacy is the first book in the Coin of Time series by Luciana Cavallaro. This is a fantastic adventure story that really captivated me- weaving a tale of ancient Greece, mythology, time travel, action, danger, drama, intrigue, and gripping developments.
Nik has no idea that his life is about to take a very dramatic and exciting turn when his grandfather reveals a huge secret. With a 3000 year-old coin with unbelievable powers at the centre of this adventure- get set for a thrilling read!
As the first book in a new series, this certainly laid some exciting foundations- and that cliffhanger ending has me excitedly awaiting Book #2!
Thank you, Luciana Cavallaro!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! This was a amazing start to a new series for me to read and enjoy. Needless to say, I was quite impressed and enjoyed this book in more ways than one The book brings mystery, with some history and a whole lot of action, and lots of questions on my end. Highly enjoyed reading this book!
First off I loved how the author opened the book, there was a action scene then we cut to high school. We learn of our main character in this novel, named Nik. He seemed to be a good soul and he certainly grew in many ways as a character! Very likeable and the book was an easy read. I enjoyed the mystery self that Nik get’s landed in his lap. Who knew a odd message from your grandfather could set along a strange course of events, and undeniable maybe even put your life and all that you know at stake?
Nik’s grandad had a past and what was believed to be a myth. All over this mysterious coin. Was the coin more than it appeared, and what was so important of it? I had many questions as I read through, and when the book talked of past events I was literally nose in my book. Big ole history biff here and the visuals were outstanding to say the least. I loved the mystery surrounding the novel, and I enjoyed that by the end I had more questions than answers. Oh boy, that ending though, I need my hands on the next installment. I need to know more and what happens! The mystery and character development and story line was amazing in all aspects, I was hooked, and truly sucked into reading this rare gem!
Just seriously, holy cow! This book had a lot of stuff going on, and it was so easy to follow, from start to the suspenseful ending that shall carry to the next installment in this series. The book truly delivered in more ways than one, and it is a really good book, and I am glad I came across this author, as I now desperately need to read more of their works. Honestly amazing read, seriously read this book!
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A brilliant series starter
This was an epic journey. From the first page the mystery and adventure starts. A mix of Ancient Greek mythology, treasure hunting and a hint of paranormal makes for a thrilling ride. Nik is so relatable and an easy character to become invested in. The author has a good writing style and the historical aspects are well researched. Looking forward to continuing the adventure in book 2.
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Luciana Cavallaro
Award-winning author of The Labyrinthine Journey
Nominated for book awards in the Action/Adventure and Historical Fiction genres
Drove her first car at the age of three
Luciana Cavallaro’s alter ego is a high school teacher where she plugs away educating teenagers the merits of reading and ancient history. She often looks for a brick wall to bang her head when faced with disinterested looks from her students. She’s also a historical fantasy and thriller/suspense author, who creates fast-paced, action-packed series for her readers.
Born and raised in Western Australia, residing in Perth, Luciana loves to travel and since getting her passport at the ripe old age of twenty-four has visited Europe multiple times, a legacy of her Italian heritage. She enjoys being active, going out with friends, reading and tries to grow her own vegetables. She dreams of travelling again and visiting the ancient sites that inspired her stories, that is when she’s not spending time being an unofficial stunt person and knocking herself out in the process. Visit her website at www.luccav.com
