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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Amanda Kimble

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Blessed: Academy of Seraph By Brandi Elledge

Mrs. Elledge has done a fantastic job writing this book! She captured my attention from the beginning and had it to the end. I found it hard to put it down.

Gabriella, a teenage girl, has been running for the last two years. When she’s finally caught up to she’s taken to one of the academies. She’s told not to trust anyone because you never know which side they’ll choose. The quote I choose for Gabriella is: “Maka? You’ve called me that before what does it mean?”

Finn, the commander for one of the academies, catches up to Gabriella. There he finds that there’s more to her than meets the eye. He then finds himself drawn to her and finds himself protecting her. The quote I choose for Finn is: “It wouldn’t be important to anyone else. They took it because they are trying to figure me out.”

I really advise anyone who’s reading this to be ready to laugh. This book had me on the edge of my seat waiting to find out what happens next. I highly recommend this for anyone who loves a good laugh.

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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

Hands down one of the best books I’ve read all year- if not ever!!! Honestly if I could give it more stars I would!!! I CAN NOT WAIT TO GET MY HANDS ON THE NEXT BOOK/S!!!!

Blessed: Academy of the Seraph is the first book in the new Academy of the Seraph series by the supremely talented Brandi Elledge. I absolutely LOVE Ms. Elledge’s books- she is one of my favourite authors- on the top 5 list- so it was a given that I would be reading this story. But to say I was blown away is an understatement- I couldn’t have loved it more than I do! I have read it twice already- and will read it again before the next book releases in a few months time- that’s how good it is!
This book has a little bit of The Mortal Instruments feel to it- but with its own identity and originality. The way this series is shaping up, it is set to be exceptional!!! I am so excited to see what lays ahead. I have a serious addiction to Ms. Elledge’s stories now, and I need my next fix like STAT!
“Blessed” is a multilayered extravaganza of a fantasy that captured me right from the first page- I couldn’t have put it down, even if I’d wanted to- it is completely spellbinding!!! The story is woven around angels and demons, immortals, magic, action, adventure, prophecy, secrets, humour, taco’s, unicorns and puppies (you need to read the story to get the reference to the last three 😊).
I really don’t want to give too much away, because you really should read all the exciting details for yourself. So, I will just give you a basic run down- a little taste of what to expect. Gabriella Arien is what they call ‘blessed’- as in touched by angels kind of blessed. There is also a war raging between the angels and the fallen and their demons. There are two Academies looking to recruit new ‘soldiers’- The Seraph Academy (Angel Academy) and the Empowered Academy (the Darken/Fallen Academy). There are compulsory trials held regularly to pick/find new recruits who have been ‘touched’, then gauge their level of power before being trained. Gabriella has managed to avoid the last few trials as she wants no part of the academy, or the war. But she is finally forced to attend, and so her adventure begins. She will soon discover that there is far more to her, to the Academy of Seraph, and to the whole situation than she could ever have imagined. As danger begins stalking her, she is going to have to decide who should she trust? And can she keep under the radar long enough to figure things out? With betrayal, politics, power plays, hidden agendas, magnetic chemistry, and an incredible adventure- this story is truly a riveting read!! I can not recommend it highly enough!!!
Brilliant!!!!

Thank you, Brandi Elledge!!!!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Heather Bass

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read from this author and it blew my mind. I can see this book as a movie or a mini series. This book is the first book in the new Relic Hunters series. This was a great start to an awesome series. These characters drew me into the story right away and I could not put the book down until I finished it. This book is a young adult but I really enjoyed the adventure that this author brought me on. I can’t wait to see what is next for these amazing characters.

Adam Hunter is your everyday high school boy. He has all his buddies and he also has a crush on a girl. Adam comes home from school and he is told that his older brother went missing. He was told that his brother was on a secret mission and they lost contact with him. Adam starts doing his own digging and leaves him with some clues on where his brother might be. He finds himself in a place he never knew existed. Adam and some friends are good on an adventure of their lives. Will Adam find his brother or will this mission be too dangerous?

Review by @heatherbass
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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! What a great story! This easily kept my interest and yet the storytelling made me keep reading to get answers. I loved it! The characters are lovely. They have depth to them that slowly comes out over the story. Remy is an amazing character! She is outlandish and made me laugh more than once. Finn and Trev are both seriously sexy men and they each have that certain commanding presence that draws me over and over. Gabrielle is full of mystery and faithfulness. I can’t wait to see when she becomes fully in control.

I loved the flow of the story with characters that drew me in. That “flight” scene was done wonderfully! I could almost “feel” what it was like to be able to do that! Well Done! I can not wait for the next one!

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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blessed: Academy of the Seraph by Brandi Elledge is a fantastic new series. I will warn you that this book ends on a cliffhanger leaving you wanting more. The story is interesting and new and left me excited to get through the book. I really enjoyed the interactions between angels and humans and how their relationship has developed over the course of the book. I really enjoyed the main character and how she learned about herself and the people around her. This is a great book for a teen and older. I like the changing dynamics between the characters. There are some you can trust and some you can’t and trials and tribulations bring out the best or worst in people. I look forward to reading more from this series in the future and from this author.

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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge

5-Stars

Exciting and engaging, Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge, is a 5-Star read. I loved the characters and how easy it was to visualize them as I read. They all had wonderful development as the story progressed. Each scene was depicted well and descriptive enough to visualize with ease. I also enjoyed how easy the storyline was to follow. It had an excellent flow that really kept my attention. This was a magnificent book and I highly recommend it!

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Jonell Collins

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Although it seems that Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson is a young adult book, I enjoyed it a great deal. I love history and I especially enjoy any fiction book that motivates me to do some further research. The Ninth Legion of Rome provided many rabbit holes for me to trot down. The characters in the story are all strong and intriguing with strong leads into more revelations of each character in the next book. This is a series I will be watching.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Betsy Melano

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great first book in a series I can’t wait to read more!

Adam Hunter, a teenager, finds out his older brother Matt is missing. The people who tell him about his brother’s disappearance, are people his brother had never mentioned. But they show him Matt’s journal which he can’t believe isn’t in Matt’s hands, he rarely lets it out of his sight! This prompts Adam to start searching for Matt. What else Is a younger brother to do?

This is a great YA book full of adventure. I know I would have loved a book like this when I was a teen. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Finn Cunningham

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Eagle of the Empire by Martin Ferguson is an amazing book. I picked up this book and did not put it down until i had finished it! This is my first book from Ferguson, and i was completely blown out of the water! This book will catch your attention and hold it, keeping you on the edge of your seat around every turn. I highly recommend this book!

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Anantha Rusum

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

At the onset, let me begin by saying this book reminded me of Indiana Jones movie series. It has so many elements in common with the movies, the suspense, the thrilling action, the adrenaline rush and the historic mystic element attached to it. Adam Hunter is in search of his brother, who has gone missing searching for a historic relic, which dates back to the times of Marcus Aurelius, one of the five good emperors and the last emperor to rule over a Roman era which bestowed peace and stability to the empire. In order to find his brother, Adam has to search for the relic.
Adam journeys with few of his quirky friends in British Museum from London to Scotland and from there the story takes us to the quest of the Eagle relic of ancient Rome. But it so happens that they are not the only one in search of the relic, they have an opponent with evil intentions whose eyes are set on the relic. It is the race of time for Adam and his friends against this evil adversary to get their hands on the relic.
The book keeps the reader on the edge of your seat till the very end. It is Young Adult fantasy but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I couldn’t let go of the book and finished it in one shot! Highly recommended!

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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this story alot. It was the first i have read by this author and it wont be the last. It was well written and i felt like I was right there with the characters. I had no issues connecting with them and I enjoyed them alot! Our main characters attends an academy that is suppose to protect her but she has ememies everywhere and she has to decide who is an enemy and who isn’t. Secrets must be kept. And she works hard to do so. I cannot wait til I can get my hands on more by this author, I am looking forward to it!
Happy Reading!

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Reviewed by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a story of a long lost relic, brotherly love, adventure, danger and discoveries. It starts with Adam Hunter at school and up to his usual tricks, he is retrieving something from the teachers office and trying to do it without being caught, when he is back with his friends, one of his least popular teachers is calling his name and as he goes with his usual brand of cheek, they announce that it’s not about something he has done, it is about his older brother. We next see him arriving home to find his mother shouting at some visitors and being as unwelcoming as usual. It turns out that his brother has gone missing from his home, his job and his family and nobody knows where he is.

As the visitors leave, they ask Adam a question about his brother and when he doesn’t give the answer that they are after, they leave, but not without something going missing that belongs to his brother and because of this, Adam figures out where his brother has gone missing and the possible reason why.

Adam’s brother has found the possible whereabouts of the legendary lost Roman 9th Legion and their standard, but because of a warning from his brother, he doesn’t share the information with the visitors who his brother apparently worked with because he doesn’t feel like he can trust them.

As Adam embarks on the rescue of his brother, he defies everyone and goes it alone. He discovers that the way is not as easy as he originally believed and there are some dangers that cannot be fathomed.

This is a thrilling ride where reality, legend and mystery combine to create a journey and opportunity that do not come round very often. A thrilling race and what the outcome will be is anyone’s guess.

Will Adam find what he is looking for or will the others find it first?

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Chantelle Smith

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Brandi Elledge! I have no words!

I sit here writing this review minutes after finishing this read, and I’m not happy…
I’m so frustrated that you ended this book with that ending!

I can’t believe you will now make me wait to found out the fate of not just one character but six of the most important characters in this book! This read had me completely and utterly captivated and entranced from the get-go until the very end! I read this book in one sitting and all I could think about was wanting more!

This book was mentally visual and had transported into this world in which we follow Gabriella’s story. From the moment we meet her I loved her, and throughout the read that just grows, but put her with her two best friends and you can’t help but like her even more, but then comes along Finn, and well that’s a whole other story that you will need to read and find out!

This was an epic fantasy read with characters that are unforgettable and a story that captivates you.
We have Second Chance Love, Romance, Friendship, Action, Adventure, Suspense, Heartache, Sadness, Pain, Humor and much more.
Gabriella & Finn were definitely on another level from the moment they meet, you can tell nothing will ever be the same again for either of them or their journey they will take. They have an undeniable chemistry that only continues to grow as the story moves forward. But I don’t want to say too much on them, as that would definitely spoil the brilliance of this read!

You will never be bored with this read, it will have you at times on the edge of your seat, wondering what will happen next and even when that happens something else knocks you back again!

I loved every second of this read and I really need to know what happens next!
I’ll be eagerly awaiting the next read & you will too!
Don’t miss this read!

Reviewed By @tillytillzz

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Eagle of The Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson is a brilliant YA book that has a great story to keep you interested. For me this book highlighted a character with strength and determination to bring his brother home, even when it meant embracing a whole world he hadn’t known was real.
The book is exciting and full of action. The author knows how to keep the pages turning. This is the first book I have read by this author and I loved the style he brings to the pages. This was a genuinely interesting book and I am looking forward to what else we might get to see.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Faith Jackson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this action-packed book, young Adam Hunter must find his missing brother and discover there’s more to the universe than he originally thought. Adam must uncover the Roman Ninth Legion and the Eagle Standard, an artifact of mysterious mythical power. With the help of his friends at the British Museum, the Relic Hunters who help protect and recover the relics but they soon find out there are others after it as well. An eternal dictator seeks to destroy the world with the relic.
This book is filled with taking drastic measures to accomplish the best! The characters are brave, honorable and amazing. This was an easy read, great world building, and entertaining.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Heather Lovelace

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This YA adventure is a well written treat that will appeal to readers of all ages. It felt relevant and realistic and appealed to me on many levels. This interesting story kept me intrigued until the last page. I look forward to reading more in this series and from this author.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this story. It contained two of my favourite things mystery and history. It was amazing written and it really brought the past and the present to life.

Adam Hunter is a normal teenage kid, he goes to college, lives at home with his mum, has a normal older brother. Everything in his life was normal or so he thought.

One day he arrives home to find his brother Matt has gone missing. But things don’t add up as Matt worked and office job so how could he go missing. As Adam uncovers the truth about Matts real job it sets him on an adventure to find who kidnapped his brother and for what reason.

With the help of Matts team mates from the British Museum they search of the Eagle of the lost Ninth Legion. Can they find it before the people who kidnapped Matt and will they be able to bring Matt and the Relic home safely?Also is Matts team just after finding the Eagle or do they really want to rescue Matt? Can Adam trust them?

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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blessed: The Academy of the Seraph
By Brandi Elledge
5 out of 5 stars

The story Blessed: The Academy of the Seraph by Brandi Elledge is a book that I loved reading. It pulled me in right from the start and didn’t let me go until the final page. It is a book that had me turning pages wondering what was going to happen next. The story centers around the main character who has been touched or blessed by angels. There is danger from enemies that could come from anywhere, even from those at the Academy where they now live. Hidden abilities and secrets abound. Will the main character be able to hide who they truly are? Their future hinges on it. Read this book to find out what happens. The author does a wonderful job in making both the story and the characters come alive. I loved that the main character is stubborn, independent, and feisty. Besides the main character I also enjoyed reading about the other additional ones. There are those who are friendly and helpful and then the ones I would call evil and only seek for their agenda to succeed. Don’t miss out on a story that is intriguing and entertaining. I would highly recommend reading it.

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Angela Montoya

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

EVERYTHING YOU BUY, EVERY CALL YOU MAKE, EVERY WEBSITE YOU LOOK AT-THERE’S A RECORD OF IT…WE’VE TRADED PRIVACY FOR CONVENIENCE

Deleted is such an exciting read of determination and personal convictions. Author Ruth Mitchell takes you on a journey full of fear, angst, moral dilemmas, and the all-consuming wonder of “what if’s.” You could debate for days over the choices and decisions Lucy and even Nick make at every turn, which gives life to the knowledge that there will be an equal amount of readers turned off by their actions as there will be sympathizers. But that is precisely what made this book, so fun and intriguing to keep turning the pages. How easy would it be to not stick to your beliefs when the world is out to destroy you. How fast would your convictions crumble while lying cold in a ditch, and nobody even remembers your name? Throughout the entire book, I kept getting flashes of what it felt like watching “The Net” in the ’90s, wanting to believe it was a work of total fiction, but knowing it was only too close to the truth that nobody wanted to acknowledge. The only question remaining is WWSBD (What would Sandra Bullock do) or, in this case, Lucy? Survive! Even when you’re Deleted

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Candida Hopper

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deleted
by Ruth Mitchell

Wow what a great book! I was drawn into this story right away and unable to put it down. There are definitely some unexpected twists and turns that completely frustrated me but made it that much better. I love Lucy and Marco, their connection is epic. There are also other really great characters in this story. This book also makes you think about the bigger picture and how far can technology be taken. There are questions of morality as well. This book is filled with action, creativity, originality, and vivid detail. The author made me feel like I was watching this unfold because it felt so real and got me invested in the outcome. This book is a gem and I highly recommend it.

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Finn Cunningham

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deleted by Ruth Mitchell is an absolutely phenomenal read. The concept of the story caught my eye and once I started the book I absolutely couldnt put it down. Mitchells writing and world building is incredibly original. Normally i dont read this genre, what with Science Fiction not being one of my go to’s, i was metaphorically blown out of the water. I loved following with Lucy’s story, albeit you really need to focus to catch everything that’s happening. Mitchell really knows how to hook a reader, and I definitely recommend this book!

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Debi Kircher

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deleted by Ruth Mitchell

5 Stars

Ok this book was a complete surprise to me. I started out being totally fascinated with the synopsis and decided to give it a try. I don’t normally read this genre so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I started it and as usual with this genre I got totally lost. I almost gave up but this is when reviews are so important, I read many of them and realized I needed to go back and try again. I had to be missing something. I am so so thankful I did.

I will say you don’t want any distractions while reading, it really does take focus to keep up with everything that is going on. Once I started again I was completely hooked and then could not put it down. I love how this was left wide open to a possible next book and truly hope that happens.

I was confused at the end because I dont think Ive ever in reading a book hated someone so much then ending up with them being one of my favorite characters and really hope that’s who gets the next book. I think that one would be a ton of fun especially how this one ended.

Grab this book!! It was awesome, do not give up, if you lose it, go back I am so glad I chose to do that!!

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Rachel Moss

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Relic Hunters: Eagle Of the Empire by Martin Ferguson was a great novel! This is the first book in the Relic Hunters series, and the first book I’ve read before from this author. I was instantly enthralled by the plot and the characters, and I could barely put this book down! With comedy, suspense, adventure and thrills, this book is not just for young adults, adults could enjoy it as well! I highly recommend this novel and can’t wait to read more of the rest of the series!

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Carrie Reed

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

Excellent. This story is fun, it is original, techy, funny and dramatic. I love the storyline of a world addicted to technology and a world where you can hack into someone’s glasses and erase or read their memories. This is also slightly creepy but fun. The only big news Lucy has to share with her sister Mollie, is that she likes Marco. Mollie on the other hand shares that she can erase people’s memories. Then we meet Nick, who can also erase memories, and he sees that Lucy now knows of him. Watching Lucy on the run, as to not get her memories wiped, and her interactions with Marco is an adventure. The romance between Lucy and Marco is sweet and at times for me, frustrating, due to Marco’s memories being wiped. Overall a fantastic read, wonderful characters and I can’t say enough how creative this book really is.
I highly recommend this read! I felt as though I was watching a movie and not reading a book. Ruth Mitchell is an amazing writer and I hope for another book like this in the future from her.

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deleted is a young adult sci-fi book by Ruth Mitchell. The story takes place in the near future – a few decades on from where we are now. Technology has progressed with digital assistants connected directly to most people’s minds.
Our protagonist Lucy, a philosophy student, is one of the few people app developer Marco has ever met who still relies on a smartphone rather than the much more convenient Spex. She is concerned about privacy and security, and it turns out her concerns are not unfounded. It is possible, it turns out, to hack people’s minds through their Spex and while Lucy’s reluctance to embrace the technology keeps her mind safe, it doesn’t stop other people’s memories of her being accessed and erased.
This is an enticing story, and an interesting exploration of the advantages and dangers of technology. It also touches upon how fragile our memories are, even without technology that’s vulnerable to hacking.
This is a great book for teens and young adults who are interested in how technology can develop in the future, and concerned about privacy and how their data is used. The near future setting means much of the world seems familiar, so it would be a good starting point for readers who are just beginning to get into sci-fi. It’s also a fun, thought-provoking read for adults – I thoroughly enjoyed it! It gets 5 stars from me!

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters #1) by Martin Ferguson is a YA adventure story that reminds me of the Librarian movies and tv series and Indiana Jones. I really enjoyed this book as I love the thrills and mystery of history, putting a puzzle together and going to extremes to find what you are after. I enjoyed the characters and felt like I was journeying along with them due to Martins world building. It is fast paced and gets the heart pumping and before I knew it, it was finished, and I didn’t notice because I was so engrossed in it. Even though this is a YA story I am sure that anyone of any age from YA and up will enjoy it.

Adam is thrown into a world he didn’t know existed and wondered how in the world his brother had gotten them into the mess he finds himself in. Unbeknownst to him he has been training for this his whole young life and will stop at nothing to find the treasure that will lead him to his brother.

I look forward to the next book.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Erica Fish

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This YA adventure story, for me, was a great mix of adventure with a mix of mystery throughout. The characters are complex. I feel like the characters can cross over into the real world. The plotline held my interest until the last word of the book. There are many elements the characters go through to find the relic they are looking to collect. Adam discovers the stories he was told as a young boy contains truth then he really knew. Adam is trying to save his brother’s life. Will he find the relic he is looking for? I encourage you to read this book, especially if you are a young adult.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was my first chance reading anything by Martin Ferguson, but I am glad I went in blind. This is one that you will want to leave plenty of time to fully absorb this book as you read because it picks up from that very first chapter and speeds through until the ending that you never saw coming. This was an interesting take on the coming of age story. We get to meet Adam Hunter as he is searching for clues in his missing brother’s journal. He is determined to find him and search for the Eagle Standard and other mythical artifacts. He must face many demons and obstacles and question whether everything is real or made believe. Will he find his brother? There is a nice side story or another layer to this one that alternates with Adam’s side of things and I really enjoyed how the author incorporated that. I loved all the characters we met and I look forward to seeing if and when we will get another with these fabulous characters again.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson

5-Stars

This was an excellent adventure novel! I was surprised with the opening of this novel and how quickly it pulled me in. The way the author portrayed the opening scene with Hunter and the later introducing Adam made me feel like I was there. It was detailed and realistic. I could easily feel the characters emotions and visualize their thoughts. It was amazing! Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson was easily a five star read. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4 ½ Stars

Let me start by saying that this book would make a great movie/TV series. It has everything you need to make it an enthralling read, and in turn, would transfer wonderfully well to the big screen. I can also see it being a great adventure game for PC, Xbox etc.
Eagle of the Empire is the first book in the Relic Hunters series by Martin Ferguson. It is a YA adventure- with mystery, danger, historical details, Relic Hunters, a quest for “treasure”, wonderful quirky characters, intrigue, and so much more. This has a bit of a young Indiana Jones feel to it, but with its own unique flair.
We meet Adam Hunter whose brother has mysteriously disappeared. His disappearance is tied to the fabled Eagle Standard of the Roman Ninth Legion, and is said to hold mythical powers. So, to free his brother, Adam and some quirky friends set off on a quest to find the relic. But they will need to move quickly, as they aren’t the only ones on the hunt for the mysterious relic. With an immortal and unhinged megalomaniac with sinister intentions to face off against, things will take an intense and dangerous turn. What happens makes for an exciting read- not only for young adults, but readers of all ages who enjoy a great adventure story!
On to book #2!

Thank you, Martin Ferguson!!

 

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