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Protector (Magio-Earth #1)

by Joanne Wadsworth (Goodreads Author)

3.76 of 5 stars 3.76 · rating details · 54 ratings · 22 reviews

Book One in the Magio-Earth series.

To love and protect…across worlds.

Eighteen-year-old Faith Stryker is prepared to leap out into the unknown world beyond her home shores of New Zealand to experience life. Only she never expected to encounter Magio, a planet with two warring countries, where its people reach adulthood at eighteen by coming into their strength and prophetic...more

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Published January 7th 2013 by Lyrical Press, Inc.

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Jan 18, 2013 Robin rated it 4 of 5 stars

I really want to read the next book.

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Feb 03, 2013 The Y.A. Bookworm Blogger rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Protector is the first installment in the Magio-Earth series by Joanne Wadsworth. Protector revolves around a girl named Faith, who meets a boy named Davio and is immediately attracted to him. Faith quickly finds out that the two of them are actually bonded and are mates for life. This revelation (in addition to her discovery that she's a Halfling) brings lots of complications to Faith's life, and is the beginning of any unexpected journey for her....more Read FULL Review At: The Y.A. Bookworm Blogger

Protector is the first installment in the Magio-Earth series by Joanne Wadsworth. Protector revolves around a girl named Faith, who meets a boy named Davio and is immediately attracted to him. Faith quickly finds out that the two of them are actually bonded and are mates for life. This revelation (in addition to her discovery that she's a Halfling) brings lots of complications to Faith's life, and is the beginning of any unexpected journey for her.

The relationship between Davio and Faith is one of the most, I'm going to say bipolar, relationships I've ever read about. One minute these two are arguing to the point where you honestly think they might kill each other, and then the next they're kissing each other like the most loving couple in the world. I have to admit that while reading, I was a little skeptical as to whether or not I liked the way the relationship between the two of them worked, but I have grown to absolutely love it. Both of their characters are really stubborn, making for very intense loving/fighting scenes, as well as a relationship that is almost impossible to predict. Their moments of hate and love come in unpredictable waves that keep you on the edge of you seat. I really liked the fact that as the book went on, we see how the two of them are working to compromise with one another while still making sure their individual voices are heard. The end of the novel left me hopeful that book two might involve less fighting and more steaminess.....emphasis on the might....like I said, these two are unpredictable ;) !

I have to admit that Faith's character (aside from her total acceptance to both being a Halfling and bonded to Davio), was probably one of the most realistic characters I've read about in a while. For one, she doesn't let Davio walk all over her just because he's a prince and her bond-mate. She stands her ground even if that means going against his wishes. In addition, when her father comes back into the picture, she actually puts being a family once again (herself, her dad and her mother) almost as an equal (sometimes higher) priority than being with Davio 24/7 is. Although this at times was really frustrating (because we can see Davio's pain from her missing presence), it's the most realistic reaction you would expect. After all, Davio has only been in her life for a short amount of time, whereas her desire for a complete family has been something that has existed her whole entire life.

I found the feud between Peacio and Dralion really cool to read about as well. In addition to being a huge obstacle in Davio and Faith's relationship, it also gave the book a Romeo and Juliet feel in regards to the rivalry between the Montagues and the Capulets. I'm curious to see if Faith and Davio's bond will mend the two "worlds' " feud or cause a huge war as the series progresses!

Overall, Protector was a fast-paced, unpredictable read that had me hooked until the very end! I found myself really sad once I reached the end because I realized I had to wait to read book two....and I don't like waiting! (less)

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Jan 31, 2013 Cocktails and Books rated it 1 of 5 stars

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I love the cover of this book and after reading the summary really wanted to love the story inside the book. I didn’t love it. There are too many pieces that are inconsistent. First, a good portion of the book is spent explaining the alternate world that the characters come from instead of letting the reader experience that world. As a result, the first half of the book feels static. Next, because of all the time spent describing and not developing the characters it’s hard to become invested in...more

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Jan 18, 2013 Jonel Boyko rated it 4 of 5 stars

This was a very well written novel. Wadsworth writes the way that individuals in high school tend to speak. Being that the novel is written in the first person, the descriptions and narratives follow the same format. The novel is full of slang and short forms, but it flows naturally. Nothing is ever forces, nor is it shortened to the point that it is no longer comprehensible. That said, the adults in the novel also spoke like adults. They weren’t bound to the slang used by the rest of the charac...more This was a very well written novel. Wadsworth writes the way that individuals in high school tend to speak. Being that the novel is written in the first person, the descriptions and narratives follow the same format. The novel is full of slang and short forms, but it flows naturally. Nothing is ever forces, nor is it shortened to the point that it is no longer comprehensible. That said, the adults in the novel also spoke like adults. They weren’t bound to the slang used by the rest of the characters. It was very refreshing.

The characters themselves also exhibit many traits common to high school students. They have the same concerns and difficulties that many teens do when preparing for university or college. There are added difficulties for these individuals being that they are placed in the middle of a situation where 3 very different cultures merge. They need to learn to (or at least attempt to learn to) accept and embrace these differences. These cultural clashes lead to some quite interesting and very comical moments throughout the story. This all makes the characters seem very real, at least until the supernatural aspects come into play.

Wadsworth also combines the concept of bonded mate pairs with the concept for soul mates for a matching that is very intense. This is played against a very Romeo & Juliet type romance between the young royals of two warring supernatural nations. The best part of this relationship? They fight for their relationship. They do not allow their nations to dictate whether or not they can be together. The main female stands by her family while the main male wants to protect his nation. They attempt to compromise day by day in order to stay together.

I was very impressed throughout the story as to the number of twists and turns in the story and how they always did flow together. No matter what happened, or how unexpected it was, the reader never ends up being confused. There is a natural progression throughout allowing for an enjoyable read that you do not have to overanalyze at every turn. By the end of the novel I was left wanting more but also with a feeling of completion.
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Mar 10, 2013 Lindsey rated it 4 of 5 stars

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First I would like to thank the author for giving me a copy of her book to read and review.

The description of this book pulled me in right away and I'm so glad that I read it. What I liked best about this book were the characters. The characters are developed nicely. Faith is a great character that is believable. I mean she is not one of those girls who just "falls" in love with her prince. She does not allow him to control her and tell her what to do. In fact several times she did the opposite...more

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Jan 21, 2013 Holly Letson rated it 5 of 5 stars

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This was a wonderful book. I wish I had read it quicker than I did.
I received an eCopy to read and review from http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1... .
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People that read alot of fantasy will complain that there was not much world-building in this book, but that does not bother me.
This book focused on Faith's life--her past, her future, her friends, and her family. I quite liked that it seemed to focus mainly on family and romance, where Faith is mated to Prince Davio, who is a s...more

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Jan 12, 2013 Jenna rated it 3 of 5 stars

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Life is changing fast for Faith Stryker. She's just turned 18 and has learned some news that she's not quite believing just yet - she's a Halfling. She's never known her father, since he left her and her mother just a day after Faith's birth. Now, her new friend Belle is telling Faith that her father is from the planet Magio, making her a Halfling - and her powers are beginning to take shape. Faith finds all of this just too far-fetched to believe, until she meets Davio, the prince of Peacio, on...more

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Jan 14, 2013 Kami rated it 5 of 5 stars

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I was offered to read this book from the Author in an ARR, I was glad i was one of the ones that signed up in time. I normally love books that take place on other planets or with people that have abilities, but not like Witchcraft. This book did not disappoint it was amazingly unique in so many ways. I loved it, i couldn't put it down. There is not one boring part in this book. I loved all the characters, especially Faith and Davio. I found it nice that the setting of the book takes place in New...more

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Jan 17, 2013 Marjorie rated it 2 of 5 stars

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First off, I want to say that I wanted to really like this book because it's my first ARR copy. I wasn't consciously looking for one, but I got the opportunity because of We <3 YA Books which is a really great community. When I read the blurb, I immediately knew that this was the kind of story that I wanted to immerse myself in. I expected New Zealand culture/scenery, Magio world-building in the context of war, daddy issues, a romance with depth. I got some of those, but not i...more

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Jan 12, 2013 Jessi rated it 4 of 5 stars

Angsty and passionate, Joanne Wadsworth's Protector is a fabulous debut that will delight YA fantasy fans.

Not only are Faith and Davio from different planets, but their heritages mark them as enemies. But they are soul mates, and now that they've discovered each other, they can't turn their backs on what they could have. Despite opposition from all angles, Earth halfling Faith and Magio's Prince Davio are determined to be together, but for Faith, "being together" means something differnt than it...more

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Jan 15, 2013 Toni rated it 4 of 5 stars

The Protector was a really great read!! Joanne Wadsworth bring us a fast paced book full of Likeable characters, action, and romance!! where can you go wrong with that!!

I loved the characters all of them!! Faith was great.. I loved how she made a stand on how she felt and stayed with it! and Davio.. a great hunk that loved and loved hard! I did get mad at him a few times but he always won me back over! The story line was amazing.. I enjoyed how Faith was pulled between both family's! I would l...more

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Apr 02, 2013 Nicola Horner rated it 5 of 5 stars

HOLY FREAKING AMAZE-BALLS!

I first heard about this novel when Joanne tweeted me (*Gasps* Yeah i know right)

When I started reading this I instantly fell in love. The passion between Faith & Davio is so overwhelming.

The passion, Love, Lust, Anger, Hate, Trust that is between them is was makes the perfect soul-bound mates.

It will be a painful 7 months to wait for "Warrior" to come in November 2013... but sooooo worth the wait.

I am so glad Joanne tweeted me about this book otherwise I may not ha...more

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Mar 17, 2013 Laura rated it 1 of 5 stars

I read the first chapter four times before I finally continued on in the book. Every time I picked it up to start reading again, I couldn't remember what had happened already because the writing was all over the place. I found the beginning of it very uneventful and I didn't start to get attached to the characters until the end. The language used by the characters in the book is unrealistic to their age which really bothered me, it's hard to relate to something so unrealistic.

I think that Prote...more

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Feb 28, 2013 Tracey (YA Book Addict) rated it 4 of 5 stars

Spellbound, my mind spun with sudden lust-filled fantasies as I took in his staggering height. He must be at least six foot four. His hair held a slight wave and was that teasing shade in between dark blond and brown, the longer length just sweeping his shoulders. His eyes were to die for, their liquid brown speckled with gold, the darker color the exct same shade as his hair.
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Protector is the first book in the Magio- Earth saga by Joanne Wadsworth. When we first meet Faith she has just t...more Spellbound, my mind spun with sudden lust-filled fantasies as I took in his staggering height. He must be at least six foot four. His hair held a slight wave and was that teasing shade in between dark blond and brown, the longer length just sweeping his shoulders. His eyes were to die for, their liquid brown speckled with gold, the darker color the exct same shade as his hair.
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Protector is the first book in the Magio- Earth saga by Joanne Wadsworth. When we first meet Faith she has just turned eighteen and is trying to wrap her head around learning that she is a halfling from Magio and some unusual abilities that she has just developed when she meets Davio. There is immediate attraction between the two, but both vow to fight that attraction when Davio informs Faith that he is actually the Prince of Peacio and she is his soul bound mate. But their need for each other will prove hard to fight.

One of the first things that I was drawn to was that it had a New Zealand link. Not living there myself but having family that does, I absolutely love books that I can have that connection to outside of the story.

When it comes to the relationship between Faith and Davio I swear I had whiplash by the end of the book. They were so backwards and forwards with their arguing, which at times became physical, and their need to love each other. They are both incredibly stubborn. Davio in his need to protect Faith and Faith in her need for independence. It took me most of the book to wrap my head around their relationship, but their connection and love had definitely grown on me more by the end of the book and I'm hoping that with the experiences that Faith has had there will be more balance to their relationship in book two.

"Your bloodshed is my bloodshed, and I need you. I will not be separated from you, for that would be a deadly kind of hell-a certain madness if it did."

I loved learning about the tensions between the two warring countries of Peacio and Dralion. The connection that Faith has to both countries was cause for a lot of the tension that was experienced throughout the book and I definitely felt her pain at being stuck in the middle so to speak. But her strength really shined through to help her deal with everything that was thrown at her.

Protector was a really enjoyable, well written book. I'm looking forward to seeing what comes next for Faith and Davio and the battle between Peacio and Dralion.
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Apr 03, 2013 Jolene Tyler rated it 3 of 5 stars

This is the debut book- as far as I can find- for this author. I gotta say, it wasn't too bad. I was really enjoying it until about half way through, when the main character, Faith, started to really annoy me with all her whining. I mean, I get it. She had all this stuff just thrust upon her all at once, anyone in her position-especially at eighteen- would be out of sorts. But it was just drama queen central with her, and it just really made me not like her most of the time. The story was intere...more

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Feb 17, 2013 Mae Clair rated it 5 of 5 stars

This is a vibrant, compelling story with an engaging cast of teen characters. The leads, Prince Davio of the planet Magio and Faith Stryker, an 18 year-old New Zealand high school student are wonderful together. As ‘bonded’ soul mates, their relationship is wholly unique, one that continually faces new challenges and hurdles as the story progresses—especially as the reader learns more about Faith.

I was enthralled by the amount of world-building the author put into this story. There is also an e...more

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Mar 23, 2013 Amanda rated it 5 of 5 stars

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This book was EPIC. I got to the end, and I was like, 'what????? That's it!!!' I went crazy because I was done with it.
The characters were awesome. The plot was really good, as well. I really liked that the main character was stubborn because she reminded me of...me.
I can't wait for the next one, even though I want to know more about what happens with Faith.
Good story. Really good.

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Mar 31, 2013 Nocturne Romance Reads rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Mar 17, 2013 Dianne Johnson rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is an excellent fantasy romance that is a bit different to lots of others I have read as it includes other worlds. I loved it can't wait for the next one

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Apr 01, 2013 Angela McPherson rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Jan 27, 2013 Jason rated it 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this book. I couldn't stop turning the pages. It was like chocolate. Once I started, I couldn't stop. I can't wait for book 2 in the series.

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Jan 25, 2013 Merima rated it 5 of 5 stars

Loved it!
Loved Faiths attitude.
Loved how worlds can combine teenagers and highschool.
Hate how I have to wait for Book 2.
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Reading romance books captivated Joanne Wadsworth as a teenager, particularly when she tucked herself into bed at night and continued to dream those stories as she slept, visualizing the direction and taking the hero and heroine on an adventure unparalleled to what she’d read. Today she is devoted to writing romance, bringing her imagination to life within the lines of young adult, and thrilling r...more

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