The powerful magic of ruthless Elvenlord masters has for centuries rules the world. Even Shana, the legendary Elvenbane prophesied to deliver the ...
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Aug 05, 2011
I enjoyed this. I most liked reading about the halfblood Lorryn and his elven sister Sheyrena (more Sheyrena). I thought the chunks of the story with told with their thoughts, especially Rena's, were the most interesting. Sheyrena coming into her own and discovering the many uses of her "lesser magics" was captivating. Lorryn was... not quite as interesting, honestly. He may have even been a bit boring. Mero bores me now, though I thought he's new-found love was sweet. They're a go
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Jun 22, 2009
Hannah
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This second installment has the advantage of better pacing than the first, since its moved past the "beginning" stages of the plot. However, where the first had rich descriptions of the world and its people, and the characters were well-developed, "Elvenblood" failed to deliver the same quality. Shana came across as increasingly shallow and her character unbelievable - although the changes are understandable as she moves up the social ladder, I found it hard accept her dramat
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May 04, 2010
Dan
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Elvenblood continues the themes from Elvenbane: character-driven scenes full of description, a long introduction, and a breaking down of fantasy tropes. We have a would-be fairy princess charming unicorns, which in this world are predatory, with sharp fangs and clawed hooves.
Elvenblood, more than a hundred pages shorter than its predecessor, falls into a "middle child" slump, like Two Towers or The Empire Strikes Back. In it, we're introduced to a few new characters, our he More...
Elvenblood, more than a hundred pages shorter than its predecessor, falls into a "middle child" slump, like Two Towers or The Empire Strikes Back. In it, we're introduced to a few new characters, our he More...
Jan 17, 2012
Renay
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a cute little story about the ever present battle between good and evil, using elves, wizards, gnomes, halfbloods and humans as the fighters, and a world where dragons exist but are a threatened species as the battleground.
the main character is a girl who has been supressed by her father and kept "in the dark" so to speak for all of her life, till she breaks free and realises she has hidden strengths that can benefit the world and the races.
a good and intersting book to pi More...
the main character is a girl who has been supressed by her father and kept "in the dark" so to speak for all of her life, till she breaks free and realises she has hidden strengths that can benefit the world and the races.
a good and intersting book to pi More...
Sep 07, 2010
Heine
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Feb 24, 2009
Alena
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I didn't enjoy this book as much as its predecessor, Elvenbane. It jumped around between characters a bit too much, so it was harder to get involved in the characters' stories. The ending was especially disappointing - again, it was too rushed, and it ended on a cliffhanger!
However, I did enjoy the sections with the Iron People, and getting a better view into the elves' world. It's worth a read if you liked the first book.
However, I did enjoy the sections with the Iron People, and getting a better view into the elves' world. It's worth a read if you liked the first book.
Jun 19, 2010
Justin
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Another compelling adventure, with more characters and twists in the over all plot. I felt this book so far was weaker of the two in terms of description, but most defiantly stronger in action and over all story. I love these books honestly for me I think I understand what is going on only to have been completely wrong, and surprised in a good way. The writing seems a bit more fluent then the first one as well. I am quiet anxious to finish the trilogy with Elvenborn.
Sep 08, 2011
Emily
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Thinking about this book after reading her Alta series, this one falls short. It's the same type of storyline, but with a Pern type twist that didn't quite do it for me. I remember being kind of bored with this series when I compared it to M. Lackey's other work. Maybe the author collaboration just wasn't working for me?
Apr 14, 2009
Junoimelda
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See my review of Elvenbane. Boy howdy, the plot was pretty predictable. Funny how all of the primary characters found romantic partners in this book, at more or less the same time. Still a fun read, with maybe a smidge more character development here, at least in the one full-blooded Elven maiden.
Sep 22, 2011
Kim
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Sep 07, 2009
Bryce
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So it's been a very long time since I've read these books but as far as I can remember I enjoyed them...however, I'm not sure if I'd given them four stars if I were to read them today.
Aug 23, 2010
Jennifer
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The meeting with the Iron people is interesting, but not what I expected. Interesting undertones of environmentalism and equality.
Apr 29, 2011
Joy
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Good storyline. A quick, light read needing more character depth. Highly recommended for 12-15 year olds.
Nov 19, 2008
Kate
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Again, I haven't read this one in a long time, but I remember it as very good.
Feb 16, 2011
Jillian
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Not well written but an enjoyable story. Annoying that all the characters fall in love all at the same time! At least there's some romance in this one!
Apr 11, 2009
Blain
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I consider this book and series (Halfblood Chronicles) my guilty pleasure. I original read this on my trips during ski club in H.S. Purely a fantasy book, I enjoy their take on the standard wizards, elves, and dragons. i.e. elves have enslaved the human race and are generally nasty bastards while dragons are shape shifters.
Sep 01, 2008
Rhiannon
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not as good at the first, but not for lack of trying.. it just left the ending as a cliffhanger, while the first could have been read as a standalone book. i did think the characters paired off into couples a little too easily/quickly, and without real reason to. but thats about it.
Feb 11, 2012
♆ Bookaddict
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Just when all hope is lost, we learn about the Iron people. I am so happy to read this second book. I'm returned to this wonderful land of magic, dragon and fighting for freedom. Shanna needs her ass kicked into gear a little though. I know she can do it.
Jul 30, 2008
Kelly
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Pretty good. A little on the boring side. This is not an author of action. It's more like scandal and politics for a different world. She is very good at creating beautiful and interesting surroundings.
Feb 15, 2009
Kerri
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The second of Lackey/Norton's Halfblood Chronicles. This book introduces a new culture in the authors' fantasy world, as well as delving deeper into the world of the elves. Very enjoyable.
Jan 04, 2012
Helen
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Sooo hard to get into. Just like the first book. And I wonder if its even a worthy read. Slow. Slow.
Jul 10, 2008
Lindsay
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A really good sequel to Elvenbane. Took the story in a new direction rather from the first.
Jan 14, 2009
Seeing as how I didn't like the first one until near the end, this one should be good, right?
Aug 05, 2010
Cherry
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Not very riveting but will entertain when there is nothing else around.
