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Jun 13, 2011
Zeek
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Second in C. L. Wilson's impressive Tairen Soul series, I couldn't get this one read fast enough. (At one point I was so anxious to see what happens next, I had to actually take a deep breath and slow myself down!)
Starting right where the first, (Lord of The Fading Lands), left off, we are thrust back into the intricately woven world Wilson has created, with every page an entertaining revelation.
The courtship between Ellysetta Baristani and the Fey Lord Rain, is moving al More...
Starting right where the first, (Lord of The Fading Lands), left off, we are thrust back into the intricately woven world Wilson has created, with every page an entertaining revelation.
The courtship between Ellysetta Baristani and the Fey Lord Rain, is moving al More...
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Oct 13, 2010
Tina
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This book picks up right where Lord of the Fading Lands left off. Ellie is still participating in all the pre-wedding observances, the minion of the Eld Mage is still running around in various incarnations fomenting chaos, Rain is still trying to convince everyone the Eld Mages are returning to rain their dark magical terror and the fey are still surrounding Ellie in force trying to protect her.
The strengths and weaknesses of the first book are still evident in this follow up. Thi More...
The strengths and weaknesses of the first book are still evident in this follow up. Thi More...
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Jan 15, 2011
Terry (Ter05 TwiMoms/ MundieMoms)
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Reading for the second time...in a month AWESOME AWESOME BOOK and series! I thought the first book (Lord of the Fading Lands) was great, but this second one was even better. It put new meaning into the "could not put it down" category. If you love fantasy, magic, romance, action, intrigue and great writing then I highly recommend this book, and I am on to re-read King of Sword and Sky.
In the first book the Tairen Soul, Rain, king of the fey, literally dropped from the sky More...
In the first book the Tairen Soul, Rain, king of the fey, literally dropped from the sky More...
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Oct 13, 2010
Barbara M.
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Ok so here's my review for the first book in the series ("Lord Of The Fading Lands"). My review for the second is below...
"Watch out Kenyon...Wilson's out writing you. For the life of me I have no idea why Wilson's second book didn't carry the title "USA Today or New York Times Bestseller" on it. Come on people BUY HER BOOKS! I suggest you start with this one and continue on from there. The story is extremely complicated and oh so many yummy characters are introduc More...
"Watch out Kenyon...Wilson's out writing you. For the life of me I have no idea why Wilson's second book didn't carry the title "USA Today or New York Times Bestseller" on it. Come on people BUY HER BOOKS! I suggest you start with this one and continue on from there. The story is extremely complicated and oh so many yummy characters are introduc More...
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Oct 13, 2010
Askavi
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The action really picks up in this book, and the climax at the end was very cool (who doesn't love a good magical battle?). There are a lot of unanswered questions I am looking forward to having answered, as well as a lot of questions the characters have which I am looking forward to them having answered. I really hope certain captives find a way to either escape or are rescued... seriously I about started to cry from that situation! I actually DID tear up at the end, after the fight was fini
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Oct 13, 2010
Yz the Whyz
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I love the first book, so I was looking forward to reading the 2nd installment to this series, and I was not disappointed.
It picked up right after the 1st book ended, and we continued to witness the unfolding of Ellie and Rain's courtship. Plenty of intrigue, lots of danger, but still sweetly romantic. The overall plot progressed nicely, and we learned more about Ellie's past.
Thoroughly enjoyed the book, especially the 2nd half, when the action really picked up. Defini More...
It picked up right after the 1st book ended, and we continued to witness the unfolding of Ellie and Rain's courtship. Plenty of intrigue, lots of danger, but still sweetly romantic. The overall plot progressed nicely, and we learned more about Ellie's past.
Thoroughly enjoyed the book, especially the 2nd half, when the action really picked up. Defini More...
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Jul 22, 2011
Stacia ~ platonic
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Reading this book the second time around made me want to write a review, but I couldn't figure out what to say.
Instead, I'll tell you what I loved rediscovering about this particular installment in the Tairen Soul series :
1. Strength of characters - I am amazed at Ellie's ability to balance her wants and insecurities with the need to protect those she loves the most. She could sit back and allow Rain and the warriors to continue to heal her emotional scars, but instead, she f More...
Instead, I'll tell you what I loved rediscovering about this particular installment in the Tairen Soul series :
1. Strength of characters - I am amazed at Ellie's ability to balance her wants and insecurities with the need to protect those she loves the most. She could sit back and allow Rain and the warriors to continue to heal her emotional scars, but instead, she f More...
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Oct 13, 2010
Aimee
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Well....I have to say, this is turning out to be one of the best series I've read in a long while. I'll even venture as far as calling it epic. A synopsis without spoilers is outside my abilities at the moment. So I'll just do a quick rundown of what I loved.
EVERYTHING!!!
The world Ms. Wilson built is flawless. You can see, smell , taste and feel what the characters experience. The characters are dynamic down to the lowliest secondary. I found myself wanting, HAVIN More...
EVERYTHING!!!
The world Ms. Wilson built is flawless. You can see, smell , taste and feel what the characters experience. The characters are dynamic down to the lowliest secondary. I found myself wanting, HAVIN More...
Oct 13, 2010
Gemma
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I usually wait a day or two to review a book, just to get what I thought of it clear in my mind so that I can give a fair assessment of it. But I'm going to screw that and review this minutes after I've finished it, because all I can think right now is OMGTHATBOOKWASAMAZINGPLEASEIWANTMORE. :L
Honest to God, if anybody had doubts after finishing the first book, or is just thinking about reading this series, PLEASE DO SO NOW. :L
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Honest to God, if anybody had doubts after finishing the first book, or is just thinking about reading this series, PLEASE DO SO NOW. :L
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Oct 13, 2010
Heather
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This story picks right up where Lord of the Fading Lands left off, and is just as good. Definitely need to read the first one to understand what's going on in this book. The action keeps moving as we're introduced to new characters and getting to know the main characters (good and evil) more in depth. I can't wait to find out how the story of Ellie's "real" parents plays out! This book also brings into play more of the politics that is going on between the different cultures, specifica
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Oct 13, 2010
Melanie
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This book was just as amazing as the first, if not more!
Elysetta starts to accept her powers, and the feelings she has for Rain, and the intrigue just gets more and more developed.. You can't help but fall more in love with Rain and Ellie, as well as all the other characters, who become so real throughout the book, with faults as well as qualities..
The "Dark Lord" Gaelen vel Serranis finally makes his appearance, and you can't help but be surprised at the result!
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Elysetta starts to accept her powers, and the feelings she has for Rain, and the intrigue just gets more and more developed.. You can't help but fall more in love with Rain and Ellie, as well as all the other characters, who become so real throughout the book, with faults as well as qualities..
The "Dark Lord" Gaelen vel Serranis finally makes his appearance, and you can't help but be surprised at the result!
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Oct 13, 2010
Amber
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OH MY! Is all I can say, I swung by the book store to pick this book up as I was about to finish Lord of the Fading Lands. I started reading the book around 6pm and could not put it down. I guess I was a good thing that I could not sleep because I read the entire book. It was enthralling. Her use of words to create feelings is remarkable, at points my heart would clench in my chest as I was overcome with emotion for the main characters of the story. While I can normally get into books they do no
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Jul 28, 2011
Donna
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I enjoyed this second book much more than the first. There is a lot more plot development and action especially in the second half. Much more exciting. This second in the Tairen Soul series begins immediately where the first leaves off. Rain is still trying to convince the king and his council of the dangers the Eld present, as well as trying to further the bond with Ellie and teach her more about her magic. Ellie is confused and frightened by her recurring nightmares and although relying more o
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Jul 25, 2011
Donna
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I enjoyed this second book much more than the first. There is a lot more plot development and action especially in the second half. Much more exciting.
This second in the Tairen Soul series begins immediately where the first leaves off. Rain is still trying to convince the king and his council of the dangers the Eld present, as well as trying to further the bond with Ellie and teach her more about her magic. Ellie is confused and frightened by her recurring nightmares and although relying more o More...
This second in the Tairen Soul series begins immediately where the first leaves off. Rain is still trying to convince the king and his council of the dangers the Eld present, as well as trying to further the bond with Ellie and teach her more about her magic. Ellie is confused and frightened by her recurring nightmares and although relying more o More...
Apr 11, 2011
Kathy
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Second in the Tairen Soul fantasy series, Ellie and Rain are still in the pre-wedding stages in Ellie's hometown. The title is amazingly appropriate as that is exactly what Ellysetta is---a lady bright in the light and overshadowed by darkness.
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Rain is a fey and the Tairen Soul (shapeshifter, sorta) as well as the King of the Fading Lands who lost the love of his life 1,000 years ago during the Mage Wars; Ellysetta Baristani is the adopted daughter of a woodcarver in Celie More...
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Rain is a fey and the Tairen Soul (shapeshifter, sorta) as well as the King of the Fading Lands who lost the love of his life 1,000 years ago during the Mage Wars; Ellysetta Baristani is the adopted daughter of a woodcarver in Celie More...
Feb 09, 2011
Chris
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Elleysetta has called from the sky her soul's truemate, Fey King Rain Tairen Soul. In this second book of the series, Elleysetta, a simple woodcarver's daugher, struggles with inner demons and the fey claim that fate has destined her to be the queen and mate of the Great Fey King, while Rain fights to protect his queen and tries to uncover the source of the great evil he senses threatening the Fey, Tairen's and the mortals of Celeria. Faith, trust and magic will be put to the test.
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Oct 14, 2010
Leontine
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As I read the last chapters of Lady of light and shadows I closed the book and fell in silent awe for the imagination pouring out of C.L. Wilson’s mind. In this second installment of the series I further more tasted the vast set-up of the worlds, its rich depth of the characters and the feeling that as I turned the pages I will discover something new. The plot lures with mysterious intrigue and darkness but also love that reaches out between Rain and Elly and the secondary cast of characters lif
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Jun 02, 2011
Clare
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I love, love LOVE this book! Unfortunately I had some misgivings when I picked up this series because of the cheesy covers but I'm beyond glad that I did. Some minor spoilers might be disclosed in the review.
The first part of the story had less action, more characterization. The reader is treated into the insight of Ellie and Rain's struggles - Rain wants to get married as quickly as possible and spirit Ellie back to the Fading Lands, Ellie is trying to deal with her magic that pops up More...
The first part of the story had less action, more characterization. The reader is treated into the insight of Ellie and Rain's struggles - Rain wants to get married as quickly as possible and spirit Ellie back to the Fading Lands, Ellie is trying to deal with her magic that pops up More...
Nov 08, 2010
Mirany
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Oct 02, 2011
Suzanne the Mighty ~Satin Seductress~
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As the nobles of Celeria foolishly contemplate opening borders for the traitorous Eld, Rain must find a way to show that the Eld are still as evil as they were 1000 years ago and keep his soul mate Ellie safe. Ellysetta also has her own battles to face as she discovers her origins that have the power to turn her truemate Rain away from her.
This series just gets better and better!
Rain and Ellysetta are fast becoming one of my favourite romantic couples. What I like about their More...
This series just gets better and better!
Rain and Ellysetta are fast becoming one of my favourite romantic couples. What I like about their More...
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Sep 14, 2011
Jennifer
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This book is epic. What an amazing series C.L. Wilson has created. I'm sorry I never got to meet her in NY at the RT book signing :( If only I had known! The world she has built is filled with dazzling complexity, but not so much as to overwhelm. Even if you hate fantasy, I can't imagine anyone not falling in love with the characters.
In the second book, the preparations for Ellie and Rain's marriage continue. Border politics dominate the court. The evil Elds plot to reach Ellie an More...
In the second book, the preparations for Ellie and Rain's marriage continue. Border politics dominate the court. The evil Elds plot to reach Ellie an More...
Jul 18, 2011
Carina
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4.5 stars
It gets harder and harder to write reviews for the continuing books of a series, because I just want to gush on how good(well more like amazing) they are. I try to hold my slef back, but don't get the wrong idea, cause I still love the book, and the characters, and the writting etc, etc. I just don't want to sound too repetitive if I can help it.
This series id definetly for the Epic Fantasy Romance lovers.
The journey continues with our Tairen Soul, R More...
It gets harder and harder to write reviews for the continuing books of a series, because I just want to gush on how good(well more like amazing) they are. I try to hold my slef back, but don't get the wrong idea, cause I still love the book, and the characters, and the writting etc, etc. I just don't want to sound too repetitive if I can help it.
This series id definetly for the Epic Fantasy Romance lovers.
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May 22, 2011
Charia
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4.5 Stars!!!
Once again I was torn between giving this a 4 or 5 star rating for this series. I usually reserve the 5 star rating for books I love so much I will re-read over and over again. This book is close therefore I give it a rating of 4.5 hence the 5 star rating above.
Fans of adventure/magical series should not dismiss this book due to the romance genre. C.L. Wilson’s imaginative world continues to grow and become more and more interesting. There is adventure, magic, poli More...
Once again I was torn between giving this a 4 or 5 star rating for this series. I usually reserve the 5 star rating for books I love so much I will re-read over and over again. This book is close therefore I give it a rating of 4.5 hence the 5 star rating above.
Fans of adventure/magical series should not dismiss this book due to the romance genre. C.L. Wilson’s imaginative world continues to grow and become more and more interesting. There is adventure, magic, poli More...
Jan 18, 2011
Michele (CanadianTwiMom)
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This tremendous sequel to Lord of the Fading Lands does not disappoint! This is not a "filler" book... it's the continuance of an EPIC love-story that is so full of substance, I was about to burst by the time I came to the end. WOW!
Lady of Light and Shadows literally picks up where book one left off... tortuous and unnerving nightmares continue to plague Ellie, as well, they all have to deal with the repercussions of the events that took place at the dinner at the end of More...
Lady of Light and Shadows literally picks up where book one left off... tortuous and unnerving nightmares continue to plague Ellie, as well, they all have to deal with the repercussions of the events that took place at the dinner at the end of More...
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Nov 22, 2010
Yodamom
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Amazing, I never had a moment of rest while reading this story. It came alive in my hands and whirled me through the frenzied world of the Train Soul and his mate. Their relationship is moving at a natural rate. It has all the bumps and road blocks that would be found in such a couple, unheard of in most books today. The self doubts, the lack of trust, the impressions of family members, all part of new relationships. For Ellie, going from a woodcarvers daughter to a queen, she has difficult adju
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Nov 10, 2011
Mirna *Dreaming*
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I love these books!
After a few days of thinking and thinking, I came to the conclusion that I need to write something about this book. After all, it is ovbious that it's realy good.
The first half of the book went well. It continued right off where the first book ended, and we could see that Rain and Ellie were building their relationship. With a few interuptions from the Mage and her family, Rain was doing pretty much all in his power to win Ellie's bond. And Ellie was fal More...
After a few days of thinking and thinking, I came to the conclusion that I need to write something about this book. After all, it is ovbious that it's realy good.
The first half of the book went well. It continued right off where the first book ended, and we could see that Rain and Ellie were building their relationship. With a few interuptions from the Mage and her family, Rain was doing pretty much all in his power to win Ellie's bond. And Ellie was fal More...
Nov 26, 2011
Sharon
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Woah, the last 25% of the book was so action-packed I felt like I couldn't even stop reading to breathe! This book had much more action than the first book, yet there are still many questions and problems that remain unanswered. I still stand by my belief that the first and second books were originally meant to be one, and somewhere along the line, either by an editor's decision or Wilson's, it was divided. I really want to know what will happen next, but I feel like I should take a break for no
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Jan 10, 2011
Seeker ~ Elarinya
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I honestly don't even know where to begin with this book. It was so amazing, a story so intricately woven that my mind is still reeling two hours after I finished reading this book. And it'll likely be a long time before I can get the images of beautiful Fey Warriors and the dancing colors of weaves out of my head. It was absolutely riveting. Everything, from the plotline, to the characters, to the dialogue and the beautiful prose used throughout the novel, was created so beautifully that I wish
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Oct 13, 2010
Felicia
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I just read #1 and #2 in a row and #2 moved a lot better I think. Lots of really good stuff happens in this book! The world is more developed, the bad guys get REALLY bad, I started to like the main character more because she grew into her own more. It was less Cinderella, more High Fantasy. Still juicy romance stuff though. Lots to offer, definitely liked it!
Reading #3 now.
Reading #3 now.
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May 20, 2011
Jeanine
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I don't even know where to begin. after reading the first book in this series "Lord of the Fading Lands", I expected the second book, "Lady of Light and Shadows," to be just as good as the first, but not better. Let me put it this way, I wish there were a couple extra stars I could give this novel so people could understand just how great it is. There were times that I was reading that I could feel my heart pumping in my chest with anticipation and other times when my heart l
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