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52nd out of 90 books
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The Barbed Rose (One Rose Trilogy #2)
by
Gail Dayton (Goodreads Author)
In this follow-up to "The Compass Rose," Kallista's unique magic power no longer works as it should. Yet she continues her search for the other "Godmarked"--the only ones who can help her keep the demon invaders from shattering her world. Original.
Paperback, 448 pages
Published
March 1st 2006
by Luna
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ORIGINAL READ: 10/10 (17 July 2006 - 20 July 2006)
I really enjoyed this. I had throughly enjoyed the first book in the series, The Compass Rose and was looking forward to this one, atlhough I didn't have time to read it for a lot longer than I would have liked. This series uses the group marriage as the fundamental family basis of its society and Dayton does it beautifully, weavimg it into the story without using it as a shock tactic. Kallista and her ever-growing illian have problems, issues an...more
I really enjoyed this. I had throughly enjoyed the first book in the series, The Compass Rose and was looking forward to this one, atlhough I didn't have time to read it for a lot longer than I would have liked. This series uses the group marriage as the fundamental family basis of its society and Dayton does it beautifully, weavimg it into the story without using it as a shock tactic. Kallista and her ever-growing illian have problems, issues an...more
Magical mage and captain in the palace military, Kallista just wants to spend time with her family, but demons threaten the land and only her powers can save the queen and all her subjects. Split apart from several of her family members, Kallista must seek out the powerful demons and destroy them while gathering intelligence on rebel forces. Will she be strong enough to defeat the enemy? This second book in the author’s Rose trilogy (The Compass Rose is first) drew me in with its sympathetic her...more
Kallista Varyl has been forced to break up her ilian (family unit) to respond to the Reinine's request for her presence. The fledgling family has been blessed with twins and is expecting another child to increase their number even though the entire land is unsettled and dealing with the rebellious factions that are working in concert with Demons and attempting to destroy the entire Adaran Society. Kallista's ilian is still in flux as they try to adapt to each other and the One does not seem to b...more
Brief Summary
Kallista and her ilian are separated when she, Tochay and Obed are called back to the capitol. Demons are once again threatening Adara and killing the magic-gifted naitani who protect the country. But with her ilian separated, Kallista's magic is weak and they are still lacking in the number of godmarked needed to truly defeat the demons.
Why I picked it up
I read the first in the series and was curious how Dayton would continue the saga. Unfortunately the cast of characters is now so...more
Kallista and her ilian are separated when she, Tochay and Obed are called back to the capitol. Demons are once again threatening Adara and killing the magic-gifted naitani who protect the country. But with her ilian separated, Kallista's magic is weak and they are still lacking in the number of godmarked needed to truly defeat the demons.
Why I picked it up
I read the first in the series and was curious how Dayton would continue the saga. Unfortunately the cast of characters is now so...more
I read these out of order but this is still may fav of the series. Kalista torn by her duty but still accepting. Its truly a case of being careful what you wish for because when you get it you don't know what form it will come in.
Over all a good read and its stood up over the three different reads I've given it. The over all premise is good too, waring faction united by the gods for a common purpose. This of the series though really seems the strongest of the stories.
Over all a good read and its stood up over the three different reads I've given it. The over all premise is good too, waring faction united by the gods for a common purpose. This of the series though really seems the strongest of the stories.
So maybe this book deserves more than two stars, but I read it when I was, like, 12, and honestly, it's not something you should read when you're this young. Also I never read the first book in the series - it wasn't hard to understand the second book, though.
As far as I can remember, I liked this book - I mean, I liked the parts I could stand reading. But I think there's far too many hot scenes in this book, and they are often useless, so...
As far as I can remember, I liked this book - I mean, I liked the parts I could stand reading. But I think there's far too many hot scenes in this book, and they are often useless, so...
An enjoyable second book to the series with more great characters added to the iliasti. I'm excited to read the third book next!
Just as good as the first! Includes list of characters, pro-nunciation guide and glossary. Can't wait to finish the trilogy. This is up there with "The Bone Doll's Twin" for well written strong female characters.
Feb 25, 2010
Erin
marked it as to-read
The orgy sex magic is getting a little strange. Still like the book, it just happens that I got on a horror book kick and put this down for a while. I will come back.
I really liked the whole idea of family in this story. I think everyone would benefit from love like that.
Moins bien que le précédent. Kallista est plus énervante que dans le premier tome et les nouveaux Elus se pressent un peu trop au portillon... Le pire étant la fin qui donne horriblement envie de lire le 3e tome... qui n'est jamais sorti en France!
fantasy - 2nd in series. 3rd in series was supposed to be out a couple of months ago - no sign.
not a bad read. will update y'all later.
Update: meh
not a bad read. will update y'all later.
Update: meh
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I've been a fan of fantasy, science fiction, fairy tales and other "books of wonder" since I was young enough, I still thought kissing was icky. Then I grew up and decided I liked a strong dose of romance in the mix.
I live on the Texas coast with my fella of 30-plus years, our youngest son (who should be graduating college this semester) and the granddog Dolly, a princess wussy pitbull mix who le...more
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I live on the Texas coast with my fella of 30-plus years, our youngest son (who should be graduating college this semester) and the granddog Dolly, a princess wussy pitbull mix who le...more
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