A highly original supernatural thriller blending magic, science, martial arts, and the greatest desire of all: to live forever
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Mar 29, 2010
Donna
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Rating: 3.5/5
Keeper of Light and Dust is mixture of martial arts, science and mystical intrigue, told from the three main characters' point of view. It also offers a very different look at the makeup of a vampire. Instead of the traditional immortal vampire living off of a person's life blood, the vampire here lives off a person's life energy to obtain immortality. Natasha Mostert has a very easy writing style that's easy to follow and she's subtly reveals secrets about each characte More...
Keeper of Light and Dust is mixture of martial arts, science and mystical intrigue, told from the three main characters' point of view. It also offers a very different look at the makeup of a vampire. Instead of the traditional immortal vampire living off of a person's life blood, the vampire here lives off a person's life energy to obtain immortality. Natasha Mostert has a very easy writing style that's easy to follow and she's subtly reveals secrets about each characte More...
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Mar 16, 2011
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Natasha Mostert is a rare stylist in her writing; she combines metaphysical elements with suspense, exploring the darker side of desire. In KEEPER OF LIGHT AND DUST, she brings to life an equally unusual milieu: the arena of amateur boxers and tattoo artists.
Mia is a respected tattoo artist who also happens to be a Keeper, or guardian of men who box. She is descended from a line of Keepers, who mark their charges with symbols in ink and "step out" of their bodies to ensure More...
Mia is a respected tattoo artist who also happens to be a Keeper, or guardian of men who box. She is descended from a line of Keepers, who mark their charges with symbols in ink and "step out" of their bodies to ensure More...
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Mar 15, 2009
Fascinating supernatural thriller. Set in and around modern day London, the story is set around Mia, a tattoo artists, her long time friend/boy friend Nick, and a mysterious stranger, Ash. Martial Arts, Zen, inner light,all move the story forward, but it's the mystery that keeps the pages turning. Super.
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Mar 24, 2010
Mandi
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Being a Keeper, a woman who meditates and invokes the power of her own chi to protect the warriors that are under her care, Mia Lockhart leads a life that’s anything but boring. Her life encompasses all things martial arts, training as a “vogue” (a martial artist who practices choreographed forms), and the men she protects are fellow martial artists who compete in the extreme world of fighting. Before a charge’s big fight, Mia meditates for a week, revving up her c
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Mar 07, 2010
Marc
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I found I could not “love” this story. The plot concept is good and the story will be particularly enjoyable to people interested in both science, internal martial arts, and curious about martial sports such as boxing. The failure is that the author gave the reader too much information about the antagonist, his motivations, etc. For example, she hints strongly at the ending on page 135, not even close to the mid-way point. Giveaways like that removed some of the mystery. I understand the author
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May 06, 2009
Theresa
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Mia is a Keeper, a guardian and healer who watches over a small group of martial artists. She is descended from a line of women who have guarded warriors as they go into battle, though the tradition has been mostly lost over time and Mia is one of very few Keepers who still practice their mysterious art. Keepers are masters of the use of chi and can funnel their own energy into those in their care. But someone else has developed their own, deadly version of the Keeper's art. One that steals the
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Apr 20, 2009
Serena
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Natasha Mostert's Keeper of Light and Dust is an elegant fusion of martial arts, tattooing, Eastern philosophy and medicine, and biophoton and chronobiological science. Mostert deftly meshes information with characterization and plot, and there is never a dull moment in this spiritual thriller.
Some readers may find the science or Eastern philosophy and medicinal information daunting at first look, but readers will quickly become absorbed in the plot of this novel, cheering on the mai More...
Some readers may find the science or Eastern philosophy and medicinal information daunting at first look, but readers will quickly become absorbed in the plot of this novel, cheering on the mai More...
May 01, 2011
Chantay
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I really liked the complexity of Mia Lockhart. It's been awhile, that I have read a book that actually allowed a female character to be such a vibrarnt, indepdent figure.
Likes: The triangle was actually a triangle based with some depth in it. She actually is appreshenivse about the stunning new guy coming into her life.
Dislikes: mid-way through the book you already know who Dragonfly is. I wanted to know more about being a Keeper, I felt that wasn't fleshed out enough o More...
Likes: The triangle was actually a triangle based with some depth in it. She actually is appreshenivse about the stunning new guy coming into her life.
Dislikes: mid-way through the book you already know who Dragonfly is. I wanted to know more about being a Keeper, I felt that wasn't fleshed out enough o More...
Dec 26, 2010
Chantelle
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Mia is a chi-gifted Keeper of her generation, set in her duty to look after the fighters that she has marked. When two of her fighters die suddenly days after their fights, Mia is put to the test to figure out why their deaths are sudden. Nick, her loved friend, joins Mia to track down the killer. But when a newcomer to their fighting gym becomes a close part of their lives, unsuspecting danger lurks as Mia discovers that her spiritual responsibilties will be threatened.
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Apr 12, 2009
Anya
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Another supernatural-esoteric-mystical thriller by Brit writer Mostert, who also wrote the intriguing "Season of the Witch." Mostert is interested in psychic powers, memory palaces, qi/life force, and the intersection between classical alchemy and modern cyberskills. Her books tend to throw tons of fascinating ideas out there without completely supporting any of them, but they're immensely entertaining despite being a bit lightweight, and always are packed with powerful female characte
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Jul 09, 2010
Marina
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Natasha Mostert's novel started out with a fascinating concept which is drawn out through most of the book with information and hints dropped here and there and though very little action seems to take place, the story continues to be compelling and the mystery engulfing.
I was a little disappointed by the ending, likely because it didn't deliver on the big showdown that I had expected she was leading up to but the story develops with a surety that the characters' actions are consistent More...
I was a little disappointed by the ending, likely because it didn't deliver on the big showdown that I had expected she was leading up to but the story develops with a surety that the characters' actions are consistent More...
Sep 27, 2009
Anita
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This story was not really like the "Season of the Witch" even though she's still dealing with some supernatural elements, and I appreciate this author's imagination. This was basically a simple story about some martial artists and their particular culture(s)('grunts' and 'vogues') along with a good mix of East & West philosophy. I think she did a wonderful job with the "chi" concept as she wove the ying and yang elements of it throughout the story. I think she could go dee
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Mar 28, 2010
Kelly
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Mia is a Keeper - a healer and protector of the fighters in her care. That is until Adrian Ashton suddenly shows up. She's never met him before, but she feels connected to him in some elemental way and it scares her. But when she finds out what he does, and that he's after the man she's falling in love with, she must fight Ash to protect everything she cares about...
This was a really interesting read for me, I liked how the author took martial arts, tattooing, chinese medicine, spiri More...
This was a really interesting read for me, I liked how the author took martial arts, tattooing, chinese medicine, spiri More...
Feb 02, 2012
Angela
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Keeper of Light and Dust is one of those books that has been sitting on my TBR shelf for so long that I've forgotten where I got it. I know that I won it from a blog a couple years ago but I neglected to leave myself a note in the book about which blog it came from. After being pushed to the back of the shelf many times as review books, books by my favorite authors, and newer books were read first, I finally decided that I needed to pick this one up and read it.
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Aug 04, 2011
This is the second novel of Mostert. Mia, a Keeper, secret mystical protector of fighters, martial artist, tattoo artist, is embroiled in a quest to save the chi and lives of her fighters from a modern day vampire. The book unfolds slowly and dramatically. It was an intriguing subject and very well written. I will have to check out her first book, Season of the Witch.
Oct 05, 2010
Reading this book now... I had to put it down this morning because it was so eerie that it was making my heart race and my hands tremble!!! The premise is very original, the protagonist is a rockin' strong woman, the metaphysical/spiritual/supernatural elements are very compelling. I'm going to finish it tonight... and hope that I can sleep after!
Jul 10, 2009
Lyssa
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Never thought a book about chi and fighting would make it to my "read" list. It actually kept a good balance between the spiritual and the physical. While not delving deeply into the concept of chi, it does present enough detail to make me want to read more on it. Not heavy reading, but not complete fluff.
Sep 15, 2010
i am struggling with this one . . .i have been reading it for months and can't seem to finish it. The notes a the beginning of the chapters are too cryptic for me and distracting I find myself trying to figure it out while I am reading and it never works out well !
Jul 29, 2010
Jery
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Really well written book - I think this would appeal to those interested in martial arts as well as anyone looking for an entertaining read. Although I do have to say the cover art looks nothing like I imagine Mia looks!
Jun 17, 2010
Ryan
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I would have given this four stars but I really didn't like the ending. The story was awesome, a very interesting concept- a little science fiction, martial arts, and supernatural elements. The ending just didn't do it for me.
Apr 06, 2010
Cecilia
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Eh.....this book was alright. A lot of interesting history and it was cute to see an element of my life (muay Thai)play an important role. Something about the story lacked. Not sure if it was the characters or the plot, it felt unfinished.
A good attempt I guess...
A good attempt I guess...
Dec 28, 2010
Kari
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It was interesting. Not sure if I would have picked up the book if it wasn't chosen in my book group. It easily blended science & the supernatural together while throwing in martial arts and other forms of fighting. I liked the characters, but in the end I felt as if something was missing. I'm not sure what it was, but it lacked something.
Aug 03, 2011
Distressed
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Similar to her previous book (Season of the Witch) but couldn't reach the same level. The idea was good, although, as writing is concerned, the effort was below average.
Feb 17, 2010
Tina
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Excellent book! I had already read "Season of the Witch" and loved that one. Mostert does a fantastic job of writing thrillers with paranormal aspects to them. I love her writing style.
Apr 30, 2009
Joy
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I was afraid this book might be a little out there for me since I'm not exactly into martial arts and mysticism. However, I really enjoyed this thriller. It's very accessible and elegantly written.
Sep 26, 2011
Becky
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A wonderful book. The ending surprised me, I wasn't expecting that at all. I know nothing of martial arts but I still managed to follow along.
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Jan 16, 2011
Julz
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Absolutely loved this book - was a fast read as was so entranced - need to locate her other books now :)
Jun 21, 2009
Roxanne
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Still letting this one settle in. Inspiring references to eastern culture of chi and martial arts.
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May 22, 2011
Debbie
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Everything I love...martial arts, "vampire-ism", tatoos? It's a different take on the vampire myth and really enjoyed it.
Dec 20, 2010
Caroline
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Mostert has taken a interesting view of the life force often referred to as "Chi".
