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Behind the veil that separates the living from the dead, awaits the teeming horde. Evil bides its time, probing for weakness. It slithers across the divide, searching for the weak, the insane, the criminal mind, and even the average citizen of Cobalt, commanding them. The order is to kill. The target...
Seventeen-year-old Dynan Telaerin's biggest challenge is keeping the woman he loves and the brother he adores from being in the same room at the same time. Liselle Tremault and Dain Telaerin despise one another, forcing Dynan to choose between them, but a murder plot against him abruptly trumps other concerns. Visions of the destruction of civilization follow, turning shadowy dreams into the possibility of terrible reality. The lines blur between what is evil and what is good as one seeks to destroy him and the other seeks to delay his future. The methods each side employs to attain their goals are remarkably similar, leaving Dynan in a desperate race for his life.
MYTH, the second book of the Guardians of the Word fantasy series considers the complications of truth and intention, where one may not be conducive to the other and where some evil is necessary to negate others.
Seventeen-year-old Dynan Telaerin's biggest challenge is keeping the woman he loves and the brother he adores from being in the same room at the same time. Liselle Tremault and Dain Telaerin despise one another, forcing Dynan to choose between them, but a murder plot against him abruptly trumps other concerns. Visions of the destruction of civilization follow, turning shadowy dreams into the possibility of terrible reality. The lines blur between what is evil and what is good as one seeks to destroy him and the other seeks to delay his future. The methods each side employs to attain their goals are remarkably similar, leaving Dynan in a desperate race for his life.
MYTH, the second book of the Guardians of the Word fantasy series considers the complications of truth and intention, where one may not be conducive to the other and where some evil is necessary to negate others.
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First published January 1, 2011
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Jolea M. Harrison
18 books74 followers“I’m a writer, a mother, and manager of chaos. I have two new adult kids, though I’ve yet to experience the sorrows (joys?) of an empty nest, which means I try to do too many things at once, like so many of us, but it all usually works out. I love writing. It’s what I’m passionate about and what I want to do above all other things.”
After reading The Lord of the Rings, the fantasy bug left a permanent mark with the author, which was then complicated by her immediate love of Star Wars, Star Trek, and other works of science fiction. She started her writing career in earnest several years ago when she set out to publish the epic fantasy series, The Guardians of the Word.
“It’s been more than worth it, and I’ve enjoyed every minute, but especially getting to know the incredibly helpful and wonderful people I’ve met because I took a leap of faith.”
She has become a recent and avid fan of the television series, Supernatural, and immediately fell in love with the SPN family community. You can find her on twitter any given day, discussing the show with fellow fans!
After reading The Lord of the Rings, the fantasy bug left a permanent mark with the author, which was then complicated by her immediate love of Star Wars, Star Trek, and other works of science fiction. She started her writing career in earnest several years ago when she set out to publish the epic fantasy series, The Guardians of the Word.
“It’s been more than worth it, and I’ve enjoyed every minute, but especially getting to know the incredibly helpful and wonderful people I’ve met because I took a leap of faith.”
She has become a recent and avid fan of the television series, Supernatural, and immediately fell in love with the SPN family community. You can find her on twitter any given day, discussing the show with fellow fans!
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August 18, 2012
Book Info: Genre: Science Fantasy Reading Level: Adult
Disclosure: I received received a free ebook copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Synopsis: Behind the veil that separates the living from the dead, awaits the teeming horde. Evil bides its time, probing for weakness. It slithers across the divide, searching for the weak, the insane, the criminal mind, and even the average citizen of Cobalt, commanding them. The order is to kill. The target...
Seventeen-year-old Dynan Telaerin's biggest challenge is keeping the woman he loves and the brother he adores from being in the same room at the same time. Liselle Tremault and Dain Telaerin despise one another, forcing Dynan to choose between them, but a murder plot against him abruptly trumps other concerns. Visions of the destruction of civilization follow, turning shadowy dreams into the possibility of terrible reality. The lines blur between what is evil and what is good as one seeks to destroy him and the other seeks to delay his future. The methods each side employs to attain their goals are remarkably similar, leaving Dynan in a desperate race for his life.
Myth, the second book of the Guardians of the Word fantasy series considers the complications of truth and intention, where one may not be conducive to the other and where some evil is necessary to negate others
My Thoughts: I read the first book in this series over a year ago, so I re-read it before starting this book to remind myself of the plot. There are actually five books now available in this series – Chosen, Myth, Telepath, Legend and Union, with three more due in the future – and I’m hoping to get them all read this weekend.
The editing on this one is a bit better, but there are still a number of errors, including dinning for “dining”, sparring for “sparing”, and road for “rode” (just off the top of my head). I have rated this one at four stars partially for this, and partially because it was just more difficult for me to read than the first one.
This book wasn’t as “fast” a read as the first one, despite being a bit shorter; because it seems to be focused more on the character interactions than action, I think. It gives us a deeper understanding of the dynamic between Dain and Dynan – which is rapidly deteriorating throughout much of this book – as well as some of the people around them. The first book was pretty much action from start to finish, and this is a very different style. It is also very dark, and it looks like there are dark things coming in this series. It was, due to this, at times very difficult to read – definitely not a light and fluffy read. However, if you want a strongly character-driven story, set in a science-fantasy realm, then this series seems a strong choice. Recommended.
Disclosure: I received received a free ebook copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Synopsis: Behind the veil that separates the living from the dead, awaits the teeming horde. Evil bides its time, probing for weakness. It slithers across the divide, searching for the weak, the insane, the criminal mind, and even the average citizen of Cobalt, commanding them. The order is to kill. The target...
Seventeen-year-old Dynan Telaerin's biggest challenge is keeping the woman he loves and the brother he adores from being in the same room at the same time. Liselle Tremault and Dain Telaerin despise one another, forcing Dynan to choose between them, but a murder plot against him abruptly trumps other concerns. Visions of the destruction of civilization follow, turning shadowy dreams into the possibility of terrible reality. The lines blur between what is evil and what is good as one seeks to destroy him and the other seeks to delay his future. The methods each side employs to attain their goals are remarkably similar, leaving Dynan in a desperate race for his life.
Myth, the second book of the Guardians of the Word fantasy series considers the complications of truth and intention, where one may not be conducive to the other and where some evil is necessary to negate others
My Thoughts: I read the first book in this series over a year ago, so I re-read it before starting this book to remind myself of the plot. There are actually five books now available in this series – Chosen, Myth, Telepath, Legend and Union, with three more due in the future – and I’m hoping to get them all read this weekend.
The editing on this one is a bit better, but there are still a number of errors, including dinning for “dining”, sparring for “sparing”, and road for “rode” (just off the top of my head). I have rated this one at four stars partially for this, and partially because it was just more difficult for me to read than the first one.
This book wasn’t as “fast” a read as the first one, despite being a bit shorter; because it seems to be focused more on the character interactions than action, I think. It gives us a deeper understanding of the dynamic between Dain and Dynan – which is rapidly deteriorating throughout much of this book – as well as some of the people around them. The first book was pretty much action from start to finish, and this is a very different style. It is also very dark, and it looks like there are dark things coming in this series. It was, due to this, at times very difficult to read – definitely not a light and fluffy read. However, if you want a strongly character-driven story, set in a science-fantasy realm, then this series seems a strong choice. Recommended.
November 1, 2013
Wow, I loved this second book of the series just as I did the first.
The story continues, following what happens the telepathic twins, Dynan and Dain, as well as a full cast of characters both good and bad.
In this episode there is more fighting, battles against others in the name of power and evil. We see how easily it is to become corrupt and how choices of individuals affect the outcome of not only their lives but also others.
I won't give spoilers but will say that I love the way the characters develop, how more of the Cobalt System is explained, its history and that of its forebears and how future survival depends on the brothers.
Highly recommended - I'm already reading the next installment - Telepath - excellent so far.
The story continues, following what happens the telepathic twins, Dynan and Dain, as well as a full cast of characters both good and bad.
In this episode there is more fighting, battles against others in the name of power and evil. We see how easily it is to become corrupt and how choices of individuals affect the outcome of not only their lives but also others.
I won't give spoilers but will say that I love the way the characters develop, how more of the Cobalt System is explained, its history and that of its forebears and how future survival depends on the brothers.
Highly recommended - I'm already reading the next installment - Telepath - excellent so far.
February 14, 2012
Wow! It's just really hard to know what to say. Something is always happening and sometimes it is hard to figure out what is really going on. I am totally engrossed in this story, and I am completely confused with 2 of the characters and what side they are playing on. The only thing I was really disappointed in is the rampant promiscuity in the first half of the book. Some of the scenes dealing with dreams and the telepaths intervening gets a little confusing at times. At the end- I don't even know what is true any more, but I think that is what the author intended. I'm glad I have the next book ready to read!
March 6, 2012
The second book of the series. Jolea has put all of th big factors into this series, death, love, betrayal, flight, magic...it goes on and on...and it will go on to the next book where I shall pick up a great story...
June 3, 2012
This book was a sporatic rollar coaster on my list. One minute I loved it the next page I didn't want to read any more then I found myself longing to find out what happened next. Can't wait for the next one!
July 21, 2012
I enjoyed this whole series and would recommend giving it a read
March 10, 2013
nice sequel
December 29, 2013
Great read!
really enjoyed the cohesiveness of the plot. The plot had some nice twist and turns but all in all it was . Great.
really enjoyed the cohesiveness of the plot. The plot had some nice twist and turns but all in all it was . Great.
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