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The Monster of Selkirk #4
The Intrigues of Arcadia
After fleeing Theda, all Tallis wants is to return to Selkirk. But the bounty on her—and her friends’—heads means she needs reinforcements before attempting to return. Following the advice of Seneschal Isabetta, Tallis, Tomas, Rosslyn, and Colben set sail for Arcadia.
Once there, they discover they won’t be able to achieve their goals without becoming members of Arcadian society—which means competing through battle, often to the death. But if the fighters don’t kill Tallis, the complex political machinations of the nobility might, for only they can give Tallis what she needs.
Not all their exploits on the road to achieving their goals are as simple as survival, however, especially as a missing child pulls them away from their tasks and duties. But when they encounter an elder elf searching for his son, Tallis is set on the irreversible path of seeking the facts regarding half-elves and their bloody history. She must delve into their shared history beyond the prophecy, and what those truths could mean for her and Tomas’s future.
Once there, they discover they won’t be able to achieve their goals without becoming members of Arcadian society—which means competing through battle, often to the death. But if the fighters don’t kill Tallis, the complex political machinations of the nobility might, for only they can give Tallis what she needs.
Not all their exploits on the road to achieving their goals are as simple as survival, however, especially as a missing child pulls them away from their tasks and duties. But when they encounter an elder elf searching for his son, Tallis is set on the irreversible path of seeking the facts regarding half-elves and their bloody history. She must delve into their shared history beyond the prophecy, and what those truths could mean for her and Tomas’s future.
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Published November 20, 2018
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C.E. Clayton
14 books276 followersC. E. Clayton is the author of young adult fantasy series, “The Monster of Selkirk”, the creator of the award winning cyberpunk Eerden Novels, and her horror short stories have appeared in anthologies across the country. By signing up for her newsletter, you'll immediately get a free novella set in the Eerden universe! She'd also be thrilled if you followed her on Instagram and liked her bookish and pet photos, and Amazon where you can get updates on her new releases. When she’s not writing you can find her treating her fur-babies like humans, constantly drinking tea, and trying to convince her husband to go to more concerts. And reading. She does read quite a bit.
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January 21, 2019
Disclaimer: I received this book from the author. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Rating: 4/5
Publication Date: Novemebr 20, 2018
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 15+ (violence, gore, missing nobles, cliffhangers)
Publisher: DevilDogPress
Pages: 298
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Synopsis: After fleeing Theda, all Tallis wants is to return to Selkirk. But the bounty on her—and her friends’—heads means she needs reinforcements before attempting to return. Following the advice of Seneschal Isabetta, Tallis, Tomas, Rosslyn, and Colben set sail for Arcadia.
Once there, they discover they won’t be able to achieve their goals without becoming members of Arcadian society—which means competing through battle, often to the death. But if the fighters don’t kill Tallis, the complex political machinations of the nobility might, for only they can give Tallis what she needs.
Not all their exploits on the road to achieving their goals are as simple as survival, however, especially as a missing child pulls them away from their tasks and duties. But when they encounter an elder elf searching for his son, Tallis is set on the irreversible path of seeking the facts regarding half-elves and their bloody history. She must delve into their shared history beyond the prophecy, and what those truths could mean for her and Tomas’s future.
Review: Again, another amazing book from C.E. Clayton! The adventures continue with Tallis and we’re in a new world. I loved the world building of this one and I felt that the mystery of Tallis is slowly unraveling. I liked that this book was a tad different than the previous one, we’re still left with a mystery at the end. This gives the book time to flesh out everything that’s happening and it’s A LOT. I also loved that the author included a LGBT relationship. The writing was as great as the other books and I can’t wait for the next one.
However, I do feel that this book is slower paced than the others and it unnerves me a bit to read it. I’m wondering if there’s a huge reveal that will happen in book 5 and I’m interested in seeing how this huge mystery comes to rest. But, just to be clear, it does end on a cliffhanger, so you might want to read this with book 5 if you’re not a fan of cliffhangers.
Verdict: Loved this book as always!
Rating: 4/5
Publication Date: Novemebr 20, 2018
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 15+ (violence, gore, missing nobles, cliffhangers)
Publisher: DevilDogPress
Pages: 298
Amazon Link
Synopsis: After fleeing Theda, all Tallis wants is to return to Selkirk. But the bounty on her—and her friends’—heads means she needs reinforcements before attempting to return. Following the advice of Seneschal Isabetta, Tallis, Tomas, Rosslyn, and Colben set sail for Arcadia.
Once there, they discover they won’t be able to achieve their goals without becoming members of Arcadian society—which means competing through battle, often to the death. But if the fighters don’t kill Tallis, the complex political machinations of the nobility might, for only they can give Tallis what she needs.
Not all their exploits on the road to achieving their goals are as simple as survival, however, especially as a missing child pulls them away from their tasks and duties. But when they encounter an elder elf searching for his son, Tallis is set on the irreversible path of seeking the facts regarding half-elves and their bloody history. She must delve into their shared history beyond the prophecy, and what those truths could mean for her and Tomas’s future.
Review: Again, another amazing book from C.E. Clayton! The adventures continue with Tallis and we’re in a new world. I loved the world building of this one and I felt that the mystery of Tallis is slowly unraveling. I liked that this book was a tad different than the previous one, we’re still left with a mystery at the end. This gives the book time to flesh out everything that’s happening and it’s A LOT. I also loved that the author included a LGBT relationship. The writing was as great as the other books and I can’t wait for the next one.
However, I do feel that this book is slower paced than the others and it unnerves me a bit to read it. I’m wondering if there’s a huge reveal that will happen in book 5 and I’m interested in seeing how this huge mystery comes to rest. But, just to be clear, it does end on a cliffhanger, so you might want to read this with book 5 if you’re not a fan of cliffhangers.
Verdict: Loved this book as always!
December 25, 2018
Book 4 was just as exciting as book 1 for me. It was full of intrigue, action and new characters. Some series can go off the deep end as they get further into the story (& that was my fear after book 3 started so slowly), but this one brought me right back in.
February 24, 2019
Loved it!! This is a strong continuation of the MOS series! Clayton does a great job pulling the reader in immediately. The book starts off with a gladiatorial type of competition that is absolutely action packed. The regular cast of characters are all present in this novel (Tallis, Tomas, Rosslyn, and Colben). They are forced to navigate the complex caste system and make a name for themselves in Arcadia’s society in order to get the support they need to ultimately return to Selkirk. Tallis discovers a lot about herself and being an elandili through the course of the book. Clayton builds the country of Arcadia with amazing clarity and creativity. It is a land of nobles, castes, and political maneuvering. We get introduced to some new characters. We also get introduced to some problems that still need to be resolved by the end of the book— as a whole you definitely feel the build-up to some major drama in book 5. Thankfully, book 5 is already available to read!
October 24, 2019
😍😍😍 Is this not an appropriate review? No? Alright, fine! I will write a detailed review tonight or tomorrow! Going to start the next book ASAP!
Here we go...Intrigues of Arcadia indeed! Absolute love, rolled straight into the next book already. This book contains so many wonderful bows I can't help but feel true bliss. Though it does end on a bit of a cliff hanger, it's not in a way that made me feel crazy/angry! Instead, I was left Elated! You enter a world of political plays taking advantage of our beloved group, using their dire situation to their gain. The benefactor, as much as she can be called, is indeed as shrewd as you can imagine. A perfectly cast character who you know, as a reader, to be wary of for our protagonists. Yet, the benefactor is only one moving part in this game of chess played within Arcadia. Desires for earning higher rank, pirates, loves blossoming, fruition of hopes and dreams all come together to lead into book V! The detail must be appreciated, as I could see and feel all that each character went through. A beautiful balance, for me, of the undercurrent of events, fighting, and romantic endeavors that wavered and crested. Read, Love, Enjoy!
Here we go...Intrigues of Arcadia indeed! Absolute love, rolled straight into the next book already. This book contains so many wonderful bows I can't help but feel true bliss. Though it does end on a bit of a cliff hanger, it's not in a way that made me feel crazy/angry! Instead, I was left Elated! You enter a world of political plays taking advantage of our beloved group, using their dire situation to their gain. The benefactor, as much as she can be called, is indeed as shrewd as you can imagine. A perfectly cast character who you know, as a reader, to be wary of for our protagonists. Yet, the benefactor is only one moving part in this game of chess played within Arcadia. Desires for earning higher rank, pirates, loves blossoming, fruition of hopes and dreams all come together to lead into book V! The detail must be appreciated, as I could see and feel all that each character went through. A beautiful balance, for me, of the undercurrent of events, fighting, and romantic endeavors that wavered and crested. Read, Love, Enjoy!
July 17, 2020
Such a fun fun series!!! I love all the monsters & elves!!! Highly recommend
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