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Fairystruck (Songs of Magic #3)

by J.L. Bryan (Goodreads Author)

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While their first single shoots up the Billboard charts, the Zebras hit the road as the opening band for an epic stadium tour across America. The future looks bright for the band... if they can survive the rioting fans, Queen Mab of Faerie, the dullahan, and a few evil teddy bears.

Aoide the Lutist and Liadan the banshee wolf cross into man-world on the trail of the stolen...more

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Published March 17th 2012 by www.jlbryanbooks.com

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Mar 29, 2012 Amy Strickland rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book was hilarious. I felt like Fairy Blues was dancing the line between being a serious YA Supernatural novel and being a comedy and hadn't quite found the sweet spot. That balance has been struck, and I was constantly giggling and highlighting lines in my Kindle as I read Fairystruck.

I am very excited to read Fairyland this summer. My only real gripe with the book was that there were a lot of comma problems. I'm not one to pick on grammar as a way to detract from the quality of a book and...more

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Oct 17, 2012 Rebecca rated it 4 of 5 stars

Don’t you hate it when things are finally going your way, then all of a sudden giant evil teddy bears ruin everything? Yeah me too:)

The last two books in the Songs of Magic series, Fairy Metal Thunder and Fairy Blues, have been fun But Fairystruck was laugh out laud funny at times!

Aoide has finally gotten help to find her missing instruments. The elders have agreed to help her enter the human world, and she wont have to go alone Liadan the wolf accompanies her. The elders of the country fairies...more

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Apr 27, 2012 Heather rated it 5 of 5 stars

***Spoiler Alert*** If you haven't read the other two books in this series don't read this review*******

All the old characters are back with us as we start this, the third book in the Songs of Magic series. The group is stuck on a lousy school bus with no air condition touring all across the U.S. but they are really having the time of their lives. Except for the 14 hour bus rides and the fairy creatures trying to kill them. Jason is still pining away for Erin. She is still with the super cheesy...more ***Spoiler Alert*** If you haven't read the other two books in this series don't read this review*******

All the old characters are back with us as we start this, the third book in the Songs of Magic series. The group is stuck on a lousy school bus with no air condition touring all across the U.S. but they are really having the time of their lives. Except for the 14 hour bus rides and the fairy creatures trying to kill them. Jason is still pining away for Erin. She is still with the super cheesy Zach but we're kept in the dark about their relationship. Mitch is the "yes man" of the group. I think he'd say yes if they told him to wear a gorilla suit while he played. Dred is just Dred. But, the more the group plays the more dangerous it gets because not only are fairy creatures after them, but the crowds are getting dangerously rowdy. They swarm the bus, cause riots and
block the bus from moving tipping the bus from side to side until the band is afraid it might tip over. Once it takes Jason and Erin climbing out of the emergency hatch on top of the bus, playing their music to soothe them so they can make a path for the bus to leave. The band, now called the Rioting Zebras, have definitely got a handle on their music and what they can do with their instruments. It would really be a shame if they have to give them up, but at the same time, I think that contract they signed with Malarky might be the death of them, literally.

Erin gets on my nerves just a tiny bit. She might be on the youngish side of seventeen, but she seems to let Zach walk all over her. She's totally in control when she's on stage, but when he comes around, she let him take over. I hate girls like that. And I don't see the appeal in Zach. He acts as if he's one of the band members. And he thinks he's all that because he gets to shoot a sock commercial??? What? Jason though, is not about to make a move for her. He just sits and listens to her talk for hours on the phone every day with Zach. I'd like to kick him in the rear and tell him to do something I can't publish and just kiss her! Tell her how he feels. I want someone to slap Mitch. He is so annoying. So I guess that leaves Dred. She stays so closed off and so far removed from everyone I have a feeling she's going to surprise us in the end.

Aiode and the Banshee Liadan, in human form, are in the human world and Aiode is literally singing for her supper and anything else she might want or need. They are hot on the trail of the instruments but so are killer teddy bears, monstrous gargoyles and Icarus of the Kingsguard. So, rather than say anymore about the story, I'm just going to throw some words out there so you know what's coming.

Katie, the dullahan, Jason crowd surfing, fairy doors, Queen Mab, walking, chainsaw wielding Teddy Bear, labyrinth, enchanted dollhouse, someone arrested, the song "I Want a Boyfriend", a pot roast cook off in TEXAS, food fight, Icarus humiliated, huge concert in LA, potatoes, DJ TaterTot. Need I say more to get you interested? Okay, attacked by flying Gargoyles, trashing hotel rooms, leprechauns, trolls, a kidnapping, and a huge cliffhanger.

Come on Jeff! Why did you do that to us? The good news is the next book will be out soon. And as you can see, this book has lots of action and just about everything else in it! So, what are you waiting for? Get Fairystruck if you've read Fairy Metal Thunder and Fairy Blues. If not, then what are you waiting for? Enchanted music? The first book Fairy Metal Thunder is only 99cents today. I don't know how long that will last, but what have you got to lose?

I received a free copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. I was in no way compensated for my review. Now go read this series!
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Apr 10, 2012 Rhiannon Frater rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Again, an awesome book in JL Bran's fairy series. I truly love this YA foray into the world of fairies and rock and roll. Like the first two books in the series, we have fabulous characterization, plenty of laughs, beautiful descriptions of the fairy world, magic, music, and truly epic moments of action and mayhem. JL Bryan's horror roots do show up in some of the scenes, but nothing too jarring or grostesque for teens. If you have a vivid imagination, there may be a few scenes that geniunely fr...more

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Apr 10, 2012 Jenni Arndt rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Fairystruck, the 3rd instalment in the Songs of Magic series by J.L. Bryan, is another book that I could not put down. This series has me longing for more, as it makes me laugh and intrigues me like no other series I've ever read. In this novel we get more of the amazing forays into Faerie and we get to go on tour with the now Rioting Zebras. The glitz and glamour they have been treated to at the hands of Marlarkay Records is stripped away and it fel...more You can read all my reviews at Alluring Reads.

Fairystruck, the 3rd instalment in the Songs of Magic series by J.L. Bryan, is another book that I could not put down. This series has me longing for more, as it makes me laugh and intrigues me like no other series I've ever read. In this novel we get more of the amazing forays into Faerie and we get to go on tour with the now Rioting Zebras. The glitz and glamour they have been treated to at the hands of Marlarkay Records is stripped away and it felt as if they were a real band trying to make it on the road.

My favourite part of Fairystruck is Aiode's innocent ignorance as she enters the man-world and learns about our "horseless man carriages" and barters her way around. She had me laughing out loud at times and my kids looking at me as if mommy had lost her marbles. The thing that has always stood out to me in this series is the vivid imagination of Mr. Bryan and the intricate attention to detail that brings it all together perfectly. Let me say, this one does not let up in that department, I will never look at teddy bears the same way again. The human side of things is getting more and more intertwined with the Otherworld and the scenarios that occur are utterly entertaining.

The characters are strong as ever, I find myself attached to both Jason and Erin as they grow closer to each other. Their relationship didn't make too much progress in this one, but I feel like Erin and Zach's relationship took a few steps back which is a good start. I, once again, am left so curious about Erin and her link to the Faerie world. Katie is also brought to the foreground, and seeing her interactions with the dullahan were unsettling but added some very welcome viewpoints in the dullahans private quarters. Her home is an eerie place and a setting that I've craved more of since Fairy Metal Thunder.

The Song's of Magic series has found a perfect pace, as we switched through perspectives I found myself excited to see where we would go as I turned the pages. This is a very well written indie series that will leave you pining for more. I feel as though this one ended quite abruptly, and as we leave our characters in the thick of things, the wait for Fairyland (Summer 2012) will be painstakingly long. I highly recommend picking up these books and giving them a go, you will not be disappointed in the slightest.(less)

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Jun 28, 2012 Annabelle Marie Veronica rated it 5 of 5 stars

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*****FINAL RATING: 4.55 STARS*****

CATCHALL
These books should not be allowed to get better and better. Seriously. It should be illegal. These books are just like way too awesome to be believed. I have no clue how they continually become even more amazing, but somehow, magically, they do. And I, for one, am very happy about it!

THE HERO
JASON
I still love Jason. He's awesome, and in this book we get a sense of his fierce loyalty to his family above all else. I love that. He doesn't let the fame th...more

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Apr 19, 2012 Michelle rated it 4 of 5 stars

I started Fairystruck straight after finishing Fairy Blues and it picks up right where it left off. The Assorted Zebras are still on tour with their magical instruments and still trying to keep them from being taken back. The Assorted Zebras, now called The Rioting Zebras, but more about that later, are becoming more popular as the days go on, but they soon find out it's not all it's cracked up to be.
Meanwhile in Faerie, Aoide, with the help of Liadan, tasked with the job oftravellingto the huma...more I started Fairystruck straight after finishing Fairy Blues and it picks up right where it left off. The Assorted Zebras are still on tour with their magical instruments and still trying to keep them from being taken back. The Assorted Zebras, now called The Rioting Zebras, but more about that later, are becoming more popular as the days go on, but they soon find out it's not all it's cracked up to be.
Meanwhile in Faerie, Aoide, with the help of Liadan, tasked with the job of travelling to the human world to retrieve the magical instruments and return them.

The close ties between the members of the group are slowly fraying and there is friction between the members. Mitch, or Mick as he is now called, is getting too big for his boots. He is getting special treatment, being the only one aware of the bands change of name from 'The Assorted Zebras', to 'The Rioting Zebras', getting the biggest hotel bedroom and even getting text messages to alert him of appearances on television. but when something happens to them on the bus its a start reminder of how they used to be and what they have become, and slowly the bonds between them all are starting to come back together,

From the moment I started Fairystruck I could not put it down unless I had to, sleep, work and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Fairystruck is even more spellbinding than Fairy Blues and this series just gets better and better with each book. Opening the faerie doors adds even more mystery to someone's heritage, and although I am still piecing the clues together I have some idea of where they will end up, but not a definite answer to it all so I can't wait for the next instalment to see if all is revealed

I loved the Teddy bears of Zarmof, although they are evil their whole attitude and mannerisms made me laugh, although if I met one in a dark alley I would run as fast as possible in the opposite direction. The characters in Fairystruck are even more likeable and have grown and matured as this series goes on, although this could be partly due to the fact of having to grow up for the tour and rise in fame. Zach however, is still Zach, but more annoying and pretentious. I really do think he is only with Erin for her Fame and seems to want to support her for only the high media events, and goes back home for the small towns. I hope she sees what he is like and makes the right choice soon.

I did not want Fairystruck to end and I can't believe I have to wait till summer for the next book and I think this is the first time I will ever wish summer to come sooner.(less)

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Apr 15, 2012 Jennifer rated it 5 of 5 stars

Fairystruck is the third book in the Songs of Magic. I have read each one and love them more with each new offering. In the last installment I loved the leprechauns. This book gave me gangster, assassin teddy bears. Totally entertaining. There also were gargoyles, fairies, and the band.
The story begins where the last one left off. I still don’t know what is up with Erin but I think I might be figuring it out. Jason still pines for Erin. Don’t give up Jason. As far as the band is concerned if it...more

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May 22, 2012 Shirley rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Okay, things are getting interesting now. Not that they weren’t before, but more and more characters are added with each book and the reader is learning more and more about each of the existing characters all the time. J.L. Bryan definitely has our attention now.

Jason, Dred, Erin and Mitch/Mick are finding out life on the road isn’t always fun. Aoide and Liandan learn all sorts of things about the mortal world that they didn’t know before. Queen Mab is pulling out every evil member of Fae that s...more

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Apr 27, 2012 Kelly rated it 5 of 5 stars

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I think this is my favorite of the 3 books thus far. The quips are quippy, the action is action-y and the creep factor is through the roof. The things that the band puts up with on the side of their label left me narrowing my eyes in frustration. One band member is particular had me gritting my teeth and waiting impatiently for the moment they wised up to what they were being asked to do. Aoide's basic cluelessness about the human world and Liadan's fear of big cities left me smiling. And the as...more

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May 27, 2012 Aeicha rated it 5 of 5 stars

4.5 / 5 Stars

THREE WORDS: Rock. And. Roll…*throws up the double horns*

MY REVIEW: Sinister teddy bears. Evil dollhouses. Rabid fangirls…no, this isn’t a Justin Bieber music video (eww!!!). It’s the rockin’ fun in Fairystruck, the third book in the Songs of Magic series by J.L. Bryan.

Picking up where the second book leaves off, in Fairystruck we find Jason, Erin, Mitch and Dred- aka the Assorted Zebras, aka the Rioting Zebras- living the rock and roll dream as their #1 hit “The Sugar Dance” skyro...more

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Oct 15, 2012 Heather rated it 5 of 5 stars

The titles of JL Bryan’s books in The Songs of Magic series have a way of making me sing classic rock songs in my head. The first installment, Fairy Metal Thunder, had me singing “Fairy Metal Thunder” in place of part of the lyrics of Born To Be Wild. And the third book is no exception. Fairystruck had me singing AC/DC everytime I picked up my Kindle Fire with the words to Thunderstruck now replaced with “Fairystruck.” I’m still not sure which version I like better…

But I am positive that this se...more The titles of JL Bryan’s books in The Songs of Magic series have a way of making me sing classic rock songs in my head. The first installment, Fairy Metal Thunder, had me singing “Fairy Metal Thunder” in place of part of the lyrics of Born To Be Wild. And the third book is no exception. Fairystruck had me singing AC/DC everytime I picked up my Kindle Fire with the words to Thunderstruck now replaced with “Fairystruck.” I’m still not sure which version I like better…

But I am positive that this series gets better and better with each book. Jason and the rest of the Assorted Zebras–now renamed the Rioting Zebras without their consent–hit the road in a broken down old school bus on their first tour as an opening act for DJ Smoov Moov. Their lavish lifestyle on the record company’s dime is a thing of the past as they travel across the States as cheaply as possible, dodging rioting fans, gargoyles sent to steal their enchanted instruments, evil teddy bears who are hell bent on destroying as much as possible while they’re out of the dungeons on a mission from the Queen to get the instruments back and assassinate the band while they’re at it, and deal with a quirky headlining rapper who loves potatoes a bit too much at the same time.

Meanwhile, the fairy musician Aoide has traveled with the Banshee wolf, Liadan from Fairie to the human world to get their instruments back. It was really funny to read as Aoide adjusted to life pretending to be human, even as she had to sing for a car and food. The Dullahan is up to some evil tricks with Jason’s sister Katie, and she goes pretty far to try to lure him back to Minnesota to get her hands on the instruments.

One of the great things about this series is the character growth. Jason has been the voice of reason throughout, even though he’s the one who stole the instruments from Fairie. But he’s loyal, strong, and unafraid to fight when the sh*t hits the fan. Jason always has your back, even if you’re not on the best of terms at the time. Mitch has responded to their new found fame in a very realistic way–by becoming the suckup and yes man, and he’s rewarded by the record company by getting the best crappy hotel rooms, etc. Dred reacts to all of this by hiding behind a mask during the concerts, desperate to hold onto her anonymity. The highly creative lead singer Erin has the hardest time of all the band members performing the songs written by the record company, and she rebels constantly.

I give this one a 4.5 out of 5. Fairystruck is a fast paced, funny, action-packed installment of an imaginative series. Full of good music, snarky humor, weird beasties that will rip you apart and look eerily cute while doing it, you can’t go wrong with this book. It does end on a bit of a cliffhanger, so I suggest that you have your copy of Fairyland (Songs of Magic #4) ready to go right away. Trust me, you’ll want to start it. Now to think of a song to insert “Fairyland” into…

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Sep 15, 2012 Sarah rated it 3 of 5 stars

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This is the third book in the ‘Songs of Magic’ series, and picks up where book 2 – Fairy Blues’ left off.
Jason, Erin, Mitch, and Dred are continuing on their tour, and the fairies are continuing to hunt for their instruments. There is a packed tour schedule ahead of them, and any number of other worldly creatures out to get them, from gargoyles to teddy bears.
Can the band survive this hectic lifestyle though? And how long will it be before the fairies get their hands back on those magical musica...more

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Mar 23, 2012 Kristi-The Book Faery rated it 5 of 5 stars

I just finished Fairystruck by JL Bryan! I LOVED it! This entire series ROCKS my wings! More to come!

Amazing series that I think everyone should read! When you're done with The Songs of Magic series, you MUST read Jeff's other series, THE PARANORMALS! Fantastic author that will soon, if not already, become one of your favorites!

Rock on, Jeff!

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J.L. Bryan studied English literature at the University of Georgia and at Oxford, with a focus on English Renaissance and Romantic literature. He also studied screenwriting at UCLA. He lives in Atlanta with his wife Christina, dogs Violet and Tiger Lily, and cats Shadow and Sue.

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