When a minority race of telepaths is suspected of causing a near-devastating tidal wave, Private Kaylin Neya is summoned to Court—and ...
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Jan 03, 2011
Anne
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Kaylin is a Hawk. An investigative cop in a realm where safety is relative. Where each case is defined by the neighborhood and the magical species involved. And just how many superiors Kaylin will manage to offend.
When Marcus, i.e. her boss—who also happens to be a Leontine (super large catlike person with a serious antipathy for paperwork) is accused of murder, there really isn’t any question of whether Kaylin will get involved.
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When Marcus, i.e. her boss—who also happens to be a Leontine (super large catlike person with a serious antipathy for paperwork) is accused of murder, there really isn’t any question of whether Kaylin will get involved.
Only of how many rules she will have to bre More...
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Apr 10, 2010
Jeffrey
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Kaylin Neya, a private in the investigative wing of the Empire's Hawks, bears on her body certain marks that have magical power. She is not the first to bear the marks. In prior books we have learned that she is able to use the marks to perform feats of magic and power that are the equal of the most powerful of the inhabitants of the land. The Emperor, who is a dragon lord, has assigned a Dragon Mage to teach Kaylin how to use the magic. Kaylin Neya has mostly used her power to help as a midwi
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Dec 14, 2008
Jensownzoo
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I just love this series and each book further explores the fantastic world that the author has created. This book does that even more than some of the other selections. The overt action is more muted in this novel and the primary activity revolves around a murder mystery, the creation of a political play, and the result of the protagonist's volunteer midwifery. The culture of the Leontine race is more fully explored. I can't wait for the next one!
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Dec 30, 2010
Karissa
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This is the fourth book in the Cast series by Michelle Sagara. Last I read there are going to be five books in this series. This was a great book and really added to the series.
In this book Kaylin finds out that Hawk's Seargent, Marcus, has been accused of murder. On top of this after stopping the tidal wave from destroying the city; people fear the Tha'alani more than ever. Kaylin and Severn are assigned to work at the palace with the Imperial playwright to help him write a play that More...
In this book Kaylin finds out that Hawk's Seargent, Marcus, has been accused of murder. On top of this after stopping the tidal wave from destroying the city; people fear the Tha'alani more than ever. Kaylin and Severn are assigned to work at the palace with the Imperial playwright to help him write a play that More...
Dec 14, 2011
Smirlah
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I really like these books. My expectations at the first one were somewhat low and it suprised me.
However, as everything, these books also have their flaws.
The first one I found were the dialogues; especially in the first book. There are many dialogues which occur between more than two people and we can't be certain of who's speaking because there are almost no indications. The same occurs sometimes when the dialogue is only between two people for sometimes a character s More...
However, as everything, these books also have their flaws.
The first one I found were the dialogues; especially in the first book. There are many dialogues which occur between more than two people and we can't be certain of who's speaking because there are almost no indications. The same occurs sometimes when the dialogue is only between two people for sometimes a character s More...
Jan 18, 2010
Victoria
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Wow! This one is my absolute favorite of the series so far! It was so exciting and emotionally tense! And, honestly, I think it was the most informative of the whole series, too. I loved learning more about the Leontines and I am very curious about what direction the next book will take. I still would like to see more development of Kaylin's character, and I must admit that Severn is starting to get on my nerves. His character, though present throughout the entirety of this book, might as well n
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Jul 06, 2010
Ashley
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Ugh, this book was a bear to get through.
The only things that got me through to the end was the knowledge that I liked the previous three books and that I have the next book checked out of the library and due in a week.
The subject matter just wasn't interesting. The plot was meh - the Rennick part completely failed to be interesting and the Leontines part just got annoying with Kaylin's insistence to protect children and to meddle in social situation that she has no clue More...
The only things that got me through to the end was the knowledge that I liked the previous three books and that I have the next book checked out of the library and due in a week.
The subject matter just wasn't interesting. The plot was meh - the Rennick part completely failed to be interesting and the Leontines part just got annoying with Kaylin's insistence to protect children and to meddle in social situation that she has no clue More...
Jan 25, 2009
Kivrin
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This is one of my favorite fantasy series. I loved the world the author has created, and again in this one, she introduces to a race that is alien and yet somehow so "human".
My biggest complain--not enough Nightshade! He's one of my favorite characters and barely makes an appearance.
My biggest complain--not enough Nightshade! He's one of my favorite characters and barely makes an appearance.
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Feb 25, 2010
Ria
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I was so disappointed with this book! Having read the first three books, I was hopeful that Cast in Fury would build upon its predecessors and offer surprises and more answers. It's a wonderful world and the characters are great fun, but it's just getting tedious now...
In summary, Kaylin stumbles across something she doesn't understand. Various characters know exactly what is happening but refuse to tell her. A child is in peril. Kaylin gets her knickers in a twist. Somehow her powe More...
In summary, Kaylin stumbles across something she doesn't understand. Various characters know exactly what is happening but refuse to tell her. A child is in peril. Kaylin gets her knickers in a twist. Somehow her powe More...
Jun 02, 2011
Sarah
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So obviously, each book in this series will focus on a different race or group of people, this one all about Leontine politics. The plot was straightforward and compelling, but the book overall lacked some of the emotional pull that I felt in the previous books. I did however really enjoy a new character, Rennick, the pompous prima donna playwright for the emperor. It would be so easy to turn this type of comedic character into a total caricature, but this doesn't happen.
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Jan 13, 2012
Anastasia
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Fantastic as ever. This book deals with the Leontine race - something I have much anticipated. It made me fall in love with that aspect of the land as well, except Kaylin made a couple of decisions here that I honestly can't even comprehend making - asserting herself in ways that just made me plain uncomfortable - which I didn't like so much about the book.
This book has really piqued my curiosity toward two other aspects of this series: What was Kaylin doing between the time she left t More...
This book has really piqued my curiosity toward two other aspects of this series: What was Kaylin doing between the time she left t More...
Aug 22, 2009
Heather
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This will be the written review for Cast in Shadow Chronicles of Elantra Book 1 by Michelle Sagara West and it's series partners, Cast in Courtlight Chronicles of Elantra Book 2, Cast in Secret Chronicles of Elantra Book 3, Cast in Shadow Chronicles of Fury Book 4, and Cast in Silence Chronicles of Elantra Book 5.
I read this series three times. It was engaging but had a few annoying issues. The world of Elantra was well created and very detailed. I admired the multiple species and More...
I read this series three times. It was engaging but had a few annoying issues. The world of Elantra was well created and very detailed. I admired the multiple species and More...
Nov 16, 2011
WillowBe
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Loved it. It is helpful to know by reading the blogs, that there will be not even a kiss until after two more books, so I can just forget about that and focus on the BIG SECRET HOVERING IN THE BACKGROUND. and the stealth war between Nightshade and the guy. Kaylin is a bit of a MaryJane, but then, she's also too humble. why can't she have better clothes, a clean apt, eat more regularly? I know it's a symptom of how bad she feels about herself, but it's to the point of wallowing in self-hatred at
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Oct 17, 2008
Mary
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Why isn't there more Nightshade in this story?!?
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Mar 09, 2011
Martina the Book Fairy
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This is a fantasy series that takes place in the fantasy world of Elantra. Elantra is populated by different races: humans, a lion-humanoid race called Leontines, dragons, an elf-like race called Barrani, a winged race called Aerians, and a telepathic race called Tha'alani. The first book introduced the world, the races and protagonist, Kaylin Neya. The recent books have been Kaylin solving various problems, but they each focus more on one race than another. The second book was about the Barrani
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Sep 21, 2009
Amy or "Ames"
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This is the fourth book in the series and takes place almost immediately after the last book, Cast in Secret. Each book seems to have a theme. The first, Cast in Shadow was about the life and struggles of the main character Kaylin Neya and her relationship with Severn, her sort-of adopted older brother. The second, Cast in Courtlight examines the Barrani race and their customs. The third, Cast in Secret examines the Tha'alani race and their history. This book examines the Leontine race, where we
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Mar 15, 2009
Janice (Janicu)
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Well I think this was not as strong as some of the other books in this series, but as usual the world and character building is top notch. I felt that this installment did shed a lot of light on the Leontine race and Kaylin's special relationship with Marcus and his wives. The book showed a lot of how Kaylin's personality was influenced by this group - they truly seem like a foster family for her. The ongoing thread which started in the first book and which has continued in others regarding an O
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Oct 15, 2008
CJ - You Carry On As If I Don't Love You
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My favorite of the series so far. Kaylin is growing up, slowly and painfully and well aware of her convictions. She is beginning to define herself by what she loves rather than what she is afraid of. She is slowly beginning to understand when silence is called for which was always Kaylin's problem.
The next book is entitled Cast in Silence I wonder if Kaylin is going to learn the value of silence even more :)
Severn is still a mystery but it is obvious that he cares for K More...
The next book is entitled Cast in Silence I wonder if Kaylin is going to learn the value of silence even more :)
Severn is still a mystery but it is obvious that he cares for K More...
Oct 27, 2009
Nicole
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Kaylin grows up(a little.) That's one thing I like about this series. It treats Kaylin's flaws realistically, and she doesn't make stupid-huge maturation bounds without reason. She screws up all the time, and gets in trouble, and there are consequences. She is not some perfect magical girl.
Also, there is very little romance - so this is NOT some 'paranormal romance' candy read. There's an evil overlord that wants her as a consort... but, she's not having any of that.
Elantra is a goo More...
Also, there is very little romance - so this is NOT some 'paranormal romance' candy read. There's an evil overlord that wants her as a consort... but, she's not having any of that.
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Sep 07, 2011
Steph
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Another great installment in Michelle Sagara's Chronicles of Elantra series. Kaylin's adventures in Cast in Fury deals with the direct aftermath of book three, as well as giving the reader new insights into the Leonine people.
With every book, the Cast world gains depth and Kaylin's character gains more layers as she is forced to confront her ignorance and fears in order to save those she love.
I instantly bought the next book in the series and am eagerly awaiting to start it!
With every book, the Cast world gains depth and Kaylin's character gains more layers as she is forced to confront her ignorance and fears in order to save those she love.
I instantly bought the next book in the series and am eagerly awaiting to start it!
Jul 14, 2010
Jaime
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Yay! I like Kaylin WAY more now. She's grown. I've figured out that that was the reason I was getting so frustrated. The characters were too static. Now that there is some change in Kaylin, maybe we'll get a bit more out of Severn and Lord Nightshade? Here's hoping! And I liked that there wasn't so much of Lord Nightshade in this one. Probably because I am hopelessly in love with Severn. Why are all the good guys fictional?! Anyway, Loved it!
Sep 09, 2010
Welwyn
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This one is the best of the four. You get a strong sense of one of the races that people the city, and in Kaylin's ability to overcome her original revulsion, I found myself liking her better. I still don't have a clue how Nightshade entered Kaylin's life, or why she is still a Private after saving the world four times. I'll buy the next one... Sigh...
Dec 29, 2011
Sho
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I am rereading the series with the audiobook and devouring them!
This book goes into the legend/history of Leotines and we get to find out why the foundling hall was founded. We also get to see the family life Marcus leads and how Kaylin was adopted as part of the family.
The focus of the story is a question. Should we destroy something based on what one “might” become in the future or should we allow the chance for a better future? I love the way the story develops and expl More...
This book goes into the legend/history of Leotines and we get to find out why the foundling hall was founded. We also get to see the family life Marcus leads and how Kaylin was adopted as part of the family.
The focus of the story is a question. Should we destroy something based on what one “might” become in the future or should we allow the chance for a better future? I love the way the story develops and expl More...
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May 25, 2010
Token Female Gamer
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These books are getting longer and longer and filled with more and more filler, but I still love them. The story is simply incredible.
Although like the previous books the details get lost in all the philosophical ideas.
Also I would like for the main character to finally get a clue. How much more life experience does it take??? I understand that the author does not want her to be smarter then the immortals, but damn she really is annoying sometimes, not making leaps of logic that are More...
Although like the previous books the details get lost in all the philosophical ideas.
Also I would like for the main character to finally get a clue. How much more life experience does it take??? I understand that the author does not want her to be smarter then the immortals, but damn she really is annoying sometimes, not making leaps of logic that are More...
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May 02, 2010
Mei-Lu
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Not my favorite of the Elantra books but after four books I'm still interested in the world and characters, which very rarely happens in series of this nature. The main plot focuses on the Leontines. For some reason, the culture and history of the Leontines didn't grip me as much as the Barrani. However, I enjoyed the book enough that I'm looking forward to reading Elantra novels.
Sep 19, 2009
Kara
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I hate this book so much. I can't believe I wasted hours of my life on it. I just kept waiting for the payoff, and it never came. Further, this author is incapable of drafting a simple declarative sentence. Do not read this book. If you value the english language, it could make you suicidal.
Aug 23, 2009
Barbara
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Kaylin Neya is an agent in a peace-keeping organization. Her oldest and best friend Severn works for the same agency. There are a surprising number of characters in this series. They are all wonderfully developed and very likeable. There are multiple plots and Kaylin has many balls in the air and jumps back and forth between them.
This sort of reminds me of Anita Blake's adventures. Anita has one mission per book but many many things pull her in different directions preventing h More...
This sort of reminds me of Anita Blake's adventures. Anita has one mission per book but many many things pull her in different directions preventing h More...
Nov 02, 2008
Rileyrugrat
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I love this series. It's full of action, comedy and one of the most interesting, deepest romances I've read. I don't usually like romance books. Even though "Cast in Fury" is published by a romance/fantasy publisher "Luna Books" -- who's books are known for some x-rated romances-- this book's romance is totally G-rated. Which I like. The romance is amazing and appropriate to the story and well written. There isn't a place for steamy scenes in this story and the author held tr
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Apr 04, 2009
Elizabeth
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When a minority race of telepaths is suspected of causing a near-devastating tidal wave, Private Kaylin Neya is summoned to Court—and into a PR nightmare. To ease racial tensions, the emperor has commissioned a play, and the playwright has his own ideas about who should be the focus...
But Kaylin works her best magic behind the scenes, and though she tries to stay neutral, she is again drawn into a world of politics…and murder. To make matters worse, Marcus, her trusted sergeant, gets More...
But Kaylin works her best magic behind the scenes, and though she tries to stay neutral, she is again drawn into a world of politics…and murder. To make matters worse, Marcus, her trusted sergeant, gets More...
Mar 19, 2010
Therese
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I always felt that the cover for this one would have worked so well as the cover for book #3. Kaylin has to interact with so many different races in this one, which is always enjoyable.
