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PRESENCE: The Marked
After her girlfriend's murder, Abbie is hesitant to start dating again. Then she meets Kat, and nothing is ever the same again.
Abbie is suddenly thrown into Kat's world , which is filled with magic, supernatural wars, mages, and more.
Kat belongs to a band of thieves who are still in the process of completing their training. Using a special mark, they are able to recruit Abbie and her supreme hacking abilities for assistance in one of their heists.
It should have been simple, but complications arise when the band is unable to remove Abbie's mark. Soon, they realize that Abbie might be way more involved in this underground world than they thought.
"Presence: The Marked" is the first book of cyberpunk/fantasy series that takes the classic roles of fantasy heroes and places them in a futuristic setting while depicting Abbie's transformation into an international criminal.
Abbie is suddenly thrown into Kat's world , which is filled with magic, supernatural wars, mages, and more.
Kat belongs to a band of thieves who are still in the process of completing their training. Using a special mark, they are able to recruit Abbie and her supreme hacking abilities for assistance in one of their heists.
It should have been simple, but complications arise when the band is unable to remove Abbie's mark. Soon, they realize that Abbie might be way more involved in this underground world than they thought.
"Presence: The Marked" is the first book of cyberpunk/fantasy series that takes the classic roles of fantasy heroes and places them in a futuristic setting while depicting Abbie's transformation into an international criminal.
- GenresUrban Fantasy
346 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 14, 2019
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August 6, 2022
[2022] ; From 4 stars to 5 stars. This was an even better read than the first time back in 2019. I'm looking forward to seeing Band 13 working with Xavier, Lilia and Haylen. Would also love to see what little Faith is up to as well.
Time to read the next book!
[2019] ; This was an exciting read! It was an exciting mix of myths and future technology. I loved Abigail, Kat, Diamond and Jack. They're the team I never knew I needed in my life. I'm hoping there's a second book to follow this one.
Time to read the next book!
[2019] ; This was an exciting read! It was an exciting mix of myths and future technology. I loved Abigail, Kat, Diamond and Jack. They're the team I never knew I needed in my life. I'm hoping there's a second book to follow this one.
September 9, 2019
DNF @ 15%.
I found fault with the prose to too great an extent it detracted me from my reading. Sorry.
Edit: more specifically, it was in my eyes the overuse of “as” during descriptions. Oh and clichés, and, I suspect, a Mary Sue protagonist. Also wasn’t fond of the fight scene with “claw” being used at every line.
“As if” too, was dubious.
“ ‘What?’ Kat asked as with an unwavering smile.’ “
“Yup, short for violent Violet, trust me she was not a woman you wanted to piss off. She was dangerous as hell with a belt,” Kat said with a shudder as if traumatized.
Showing us that she shudders at the memory renders that last bit redundant!!!
Little details like that accumulate over time and well, the story didn’t hook me enough to continue.
I found fault with the prose to too great an extent it detracted me from my reading. Sorry.
Edit: more specifically, it was in my eyes the overuse of “as” during descriptions. Oh and clichés, and, I suspect, a Mary Sue protagonist. Also wasn’t fond of the fight scene with “claw” being used at every line.
“As if” too, was dubious.
“ ‘What?’ Kat asked as with an unwavering smile.’ “
“Yup, short for violent Violet, trust me she was not a woman you wanted to piss off. She was dangerous as hell with a belt,” Kat said with a shudder as if traumatized.
Showing us that she shudders at the memory renders that last bit redundant!!!
Little details like that accumulate over time and well, the story didn’t hook me enough to continue.
August 26, 2019
Fantastic story, though lacking in technique
The characters, world, and plot are all truly fantastic. I would love to see this as an anime, since it feels very anime inspired. That said, the author's inexperience shows through in the writng style itself, which can occasionally become a distraction to the story with some clunky exposition at times or just some odd structure choices.
The characters, world, and plot are all truly fantastic. I would love to see this as an anime, since it feels very anime inspired. That said, the author's inexperience shows through in the writng style itself, which can occasionally become a distraction to the story with some clunky exposition at times or just some odd structure choices.
February 1, 2021
This book is brilliant-once you get past the writing.The authors imagination is unquestionable,but I almost DNF'ed at page 43.However,sticking with it paid off as this is truly a good book with great characters,interesting concepts some great action too.I will definitely read the next installment,if available.What I loved the most were the relationships,both romantic and otherwise,as they were well written.
April 5, 2019
Surprised
I didn't have any expectations going into this book. I am proud to say it's a great novel, with very interesting characters. The story jumps along with very little lag, and I can't wait for a sequel.
I didn't have any expectations going into this book. I am proud to say it's a great novel, with very interesting characters. The story jumps along with very little lag, and I can't wait for a sequel.
April 10, 2019
Arthorian twist
Loved this well spun twist on Arthorian influenced adventure. Thieves vs images and a conspiracy too. Bravo. Totally immersed right up until I ran out of story.
Loved this well spun twist on Arthorian influenced adventure. Thieves vs images and a conspiracy too. Bravo. Totally immersed right up until I ran out of story.
June 24, 2019
I just can't stand being told what a character thinks it feels. I want it to be shown, not explained.
March 23, 2020
Great story
A very well thought out story with amazing characters. I hope there is a sequel. I will definitely be following the author.
A very well thought out story with amazing characters. I hope there is a sequel. I will definitely be following the author.
January 24, 2021
A truly wonderful story
Wow! I totally did not expect any of this story. Nice twists and a great storyline that was a pleasure to read. Hope there is a part 2 for this soon!
Wow! I totally did not expect any of this story. Nice twists and a great storyline that was a pleasure to read. Hope there is a part 2 for this soon!
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