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The Leira Chronicles #5
Dealing in Magic
Circuits and spells, potions and power cells, their combination could prove deadly.
Unless Leira Berens gets there first. The Fixer has arrived to help her gain control of her powers. Will it be in time?
Someone has come up with a gruesome magical recipe.
Take one powerful artifact, mix with magic and a few engine parts. Remove vital organs and replace. Who is behind the deadly experiments?
The Gardener of the Dark Forest has joined the hunt, but what secrets is he keeping? What really happened to Correk's father?
Leira and Correk have been to hell and back together. No time for a vacay. Their greatest adventures are still ahead.
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NOTE: This is an enhanced edition with a lot more story added inside each book. Enjoy the updated adventures!
Unless Leira Berens gets there first. The Fixer has arrived to help her gain control of her powers. Will it be in time?
Someone has come up with a gruesome magical recipe.
Take one powerful artifact, mix with magic and a few engine parts. Remove vital organs and replace. Who is behind the deadly experiments?
The Gardener of the Dark Forest has joined the hunt, but what secrets is he keeping? What really happened to Correk's father?
Leira and Correk have been to hell and back together. No time for a vacay. Their greatest adventures are still ahead.
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NOTE: This is an enhanced edition with a lot more story added inside each book. Enjoy the updated adventures!
270 pages, Paperback
Published July 17, 2020
About the author
Martha Carr
579 books780 followersOkay, I'm a late bloomer who's a big DC comics fan and spent my childhood summers on the Jersey shore but I was born under a wandering star and have lived in different parts of America ever since. That's enough about me. Need to feel inspired today? Looking for something to make you root for an ordinary hero? I'm all about that in everything I write.
I love a good tale that makes me wonder about things and I love a story even more that leaves me feeling inspired or like I'm capable of doing more than I realized. That's my goal with everything I've ever written. Some of the stories I tell involve twisting, turning thrillers and others have a lot of magic.
There's something to be said for getting lost in another world and coming out the other side feeling a little better about yourself or the possibilities in front of you. That's basically the best part of life in a nutshell, no matter what kind of story I'm setting out to tell.
Thank you for checking out my stories!
I love a good tale that makes me wonder about things and I love a story even more that leaves me feeling inspired or like I'm capable of doing more than I realized. That's my goal with everything I've ever written. Some of the stories I tell involve twisting, turning thrillers and others have a lot of magic.
There's something to be said for getting lost in another world and coming out the other side feeling a little better about yourself or the possibilities in front of you. That's basically the best part of life in a nutshell, no matter what kind of story I'm setting out to tell.
Thank you for checking out my stories!
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May 8, 2018
Interesting new story arc
One thing I love about the story arcs is that we get to enjoy favorite characters for longer without the feeling that a plot has dragged on for too long; it is also one of the things I love about the Kurtherian universe too! In the last book, the main plot for those four books wrapped. Now, we are into new challenges, though of course they are built some on the prior books, but the opposition is different now (different people, different issues, etc.) It's kind of like when you get to the end of a story and wonder, what might happen after the big showdown and everything is resolved?
I definitely enjoyed reading this story! We get to meet new characters and some in the background previously are now becoming more involved players. Ready for book 2 now! :)
One thing I love about the story arcs is that we get to enjoy favorite characters for longer without the feeling that a plot has dragged on for too long; it is also one of the things I love about the Kurtherian universe too! In the last book, the main plot for those four books wrapped. Now, we are into new challenges, though of course they are built some on the prior books, but the opposition is different now (different people, different issues, etc.) It's kind of like when you get to the end of a story and wonder, what might happen after the big showdown and everything is resolved?
I definitely enjoyed reading this story! We get to meet new characters and some in the background previously are now becoming more involved players. Ready for book 2 now! :)
September 19, 2023
Once again, I was drawn firmly into Leira's world, where crazy happens every day.
In this fifth book of the series, a short time has passed, and Leira and Hagan are being kept hopping by the General, when the theft of magical artifacts reaches new heights.
Trouble is, Leira's team are chasing whisps of information that, too often, gets them to the artifacts site, that little bit too late - usually just in time to see the scavenger half-Light Elf, Louie, stepping through a portal, carrying said artifact!
What makes things so bad, is that other Nation's Governments, along with World Wide Conglomerates, all seem to be chasing the same artifacts, alongside various scavengers, who can do often ruin what they don't understand.
But it has become obvious, to those who need to know, that it's only going to get worse, unless they up their game, and start getting their first.
But, when Leira, and her Cousin Light Elf, Carrick, discover that seeds belonging to Oriceran, are being grown widely around the Earth - and that this is only the beginnings of the horrors they have discovered, they realise that they are dealing with Oriceran magic, mixed with Earth technology.
So the race begins, for Leira's side, to try and put a halt on it all, before the shields start coming down between the two dimensions!
But, to do that, they'll need to set a thief, to catch a thief!
Once again, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. There's still all the same characters from before, but there's also a few new surprises, too, and everything is kep going with Leira's determination, and Yumfuck's delight in grabbing every ounce of food available in his vicinity!
I LOVE that Troll! 🤣🤣🤣
This book is really setting the scene for this next Arc of Leira's story, and it looks like there's going to be one surprise after another, as we go along.
To that effect, I'm going to set up my Kindle, ready for later today - as usual, I've been reading to silly O'Clock in the morning - so that I can start reading Book Six of the series: 'Theft of Magic', and so I'll catch you on the flip side, to let you know what I think of this next book of the series!
Btw, I bought these books in a Box Set, but I really believe that every single book deserves it's own review, so this is what I've done!
In this fifth book of the series, a short time has passed, and Leira and Hagan are being kept hopping by the General, when the theft of magical artifacts reaches new heights.
Trouble is, Leira's team are chasing whisps of information that, too often, gets them to the artifacts site, that little bit too late - usually just in time to see the scavenger half-Light Elf, Louie, stepping through a portal, carrying said artifact!
What makes things so bad, is that other Nation's Governments, along with World Wide Conglomerates, all seem to be chasing the same artifacts, alongside various scavengers, who can do often ruin what they don't understand.
But it has become obvious, to those who need to know, that it's only going to get worse, unless they up their game, and start getting their first.
But, when Leira, and her Cousin Light Elf, Carrick, discover that seeds belonging to Oriceran, are being grown widely around the Earth - and that this is only the beginnings of the horrors they have discovered, they realise that they are dealing with Oriceran magic, mixed with Earth technology.
So the race begins, for Leira's side, to try and put a halt on it all, before the shields start coming down between the two dimensions!
But, to do that, they'll need to set a thief, to catch a thief!
Once again, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. There's still all the same characters from before, but there's also a few new surprises, too, and everything is kep going with Leira's determination, and Yumfuck's delight in grabbing every ounce of food available in his vicinity!
I LOVE that Troll! 🤣🤣🤣
This book is really setting the scene for this next Arc of Leira's story, and it looks like there's going to be one surprise after another, as we go along.
To that effect, I'm going to set up my Kindle, ready for later today - as usual, I've been reading to silly O'Clock in the morning - so that I can start reading Book Six of the series: 'Theft of Magic', and so I'll catch you on the flip side, to let you know what I think of this next book of the series!
Btw, I bought these books in a Box Set, but I really believe that every single book deserves it's own review, so this is what I've done!
December 28, 2017
Kindle Unlimited, was reading that way because had missed the 99 cents intro days then they came back and did some of them again for that price then the rest then this one today intro price plus YTT is only that much all the time, just want some of the TYY merchandise with a couple of coffee mugs and oh yeah for YTT to talk, pretty sure that won't happen since not YTT don't equal PC. Not sure why it wasn't showing on goodreads, did it on amazon and if up do it same time.
Leira and Correk have been to hell and back together. How much more can they handle? Enough to save the world, with a little help from everyone’s favorite foul-mouthed troll. Dealing Magic hits the ground running with Leira and Correk scrambling to get out ahead of the corporations and their plots to exploit magic. Leira finally meets the one person that can help her gain control of her powers but… will it be in time? Because Magic is Real.
Quest For Magic - Prequel to Waking Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book
Waking Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 1)
Release Of Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 2)
Protection of Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 3)
Rule of Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 4)
Trick or Troll: The 2017 YTT Halloween Special (The Leira Chronicles 4.5)
Dealing in Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 5)
Christmas at Estelle's: The 2017 YTT Christmas Special (The Leira Chronicles #5.5)
also been following the Midwest series by Carr and a writing partner, there's 4out so far of those
Leira and Correk have been to hell and back together. How much more can they handle? Enough to save the world, with a little help from everyone’s favorite foul-mouthed troll. Dealing Magic hits the ground running with Leira and Correk scrambling to get out ahead of the corporations and their plots to exploit magic. Leira finally meets the one person that can help her gain control of her powers but… will it be in time? Because Magic is Real.
Quest For Magic - Prequel to Waking Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book
Waking Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 1)
Release Of Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 2)
Protection of Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 3)
Rule of Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 4)
Trick or Troll: The 2017 YTT Halloween Special (The Leira Chronicles 4.5)
Dealing in Magic: The Revelations of Oriceran (The Leira Chronicles Book 5)
Christmas at Estelle's: The 2017 YTT Christmas Special (The Leira Chronicles #5.5)
also been following the Midwest series by Carr and a writing partner, there's 4out so far of those
August 15, 2022
3 Until There Almost Wasn't Stars
Dealing in Magic is the fifth book in The Leira Chronicles series by Martha Carr and Michael Anderle.
The story and plot didn't really progress too much, at all. This book was practically lots of filler, to hold us over until the next. No true progression, or plot to speak of. We got a little farther in understanding the Gardener, and his motivations, what he's been up to behind the scenes. Tied to Harkins more than above board project, at least he's only interested in the good the work can do. Now that there's someone actively experimenting with animals, and doing the gruesome work of melding their flesh with machinery there is more horrifying discoveries just around the corner.
Louie is becoming an interesting mystery himself. Seems he has Jasper Elf blood himself? Could be wrong, could be something else entirely that him and Leira share that presents the purple glow on their magic when they are in danger? Enough of a concern given that he's Jackson's protégé, and Jackson is her long-lost father...
This trouble with the mist growing, actively seeking Leira out because she bubbles over with pure, good, light magic is my deepest concern. Given that one Elf let a few more random living back out of the world in between, and some of the literal representation of dark magic, I'm sure more evil deeds are coming. It's will enforced on the easy to manipulate, or the already negative in deed, will only add more complications to preparing the world for Oriceran portals....
Dealing in Magic is the fifth book in The Leira Chronicles series by Martha Carr and Michael Anderle.
The story and plot didn't really progress too much, at all. This book was practically lots of filler, to hold us over until the next. No true progression, or plot to speak of. We got a little farther in understanding the Gardener, and his motivations, what he's been up to behind the scenes. Tied to Harkins more than above board project, at least he's only interested in the good the work can do. Now that there's someone actively experimenting with animals, and doing the gruesome work of melding their flesh with machinery there is more horrifying discoveries just around the corner.
Louie is becoming an interesting mystery himself. Seems he has Jasper Elf blood himself? Could be wrong, could be something else entirely that him and Leira share that presents the purple glow on their magic when they are in danger? Enough of a concern given that he's Jackson's protégé, and Jackson is her long-lost father...
This trouble with the mist growing, actively seeking Leira out because she bubbles over with pure, good, light magic is my deepest concern. Given that one Elf let a few more random living back out of the world in between, and some of the literal representation of dark magic, I'm sure more evil deeds are coming. It's will enforced on the easy to manipulate, or the already negative in deed, will only add more complications to preparing the world for Oriceran portals....
September 21, 2021
So, improvements in writing are obvious in here and much appreciated. Too bad the story to me just fell flat. But the stage is set for the next book in the series and I’m looking forward to it.
From the drama of family to magical junkie vibes to troll antics the story seemed a little haphazard. It wasn’t very consistent in tone or in subject. It felt like it was just a jumble of scenes that were almost out of order. The narrative did not flow smoothly.
Now that said, the writing in the book is better. Fewer choppy scenes and a better sense of direction in general. The book at least sets the stage for the next one. Dealing in Magic was much more readable than any other in the series.
Overall, while letting me down on the story, it has captured my interest again with a stage set for something grand. I’ll just have to see what the next book holds in store. Hopefully the story will be more coherent, and the readability is as good as this one if not better.
From the drama of family to magical junkie vibes to troll antics the story seemed a little haphazard. It wasn’t very consistent in tone or in subject. It felt like it was just a jumble of scenes that were almost out of order. The narrative did not flow smoothly.
Now that said, the writing in the book is better. Fewer choppy scenes and a better sense of direction in general. The book at least sets the stage for the next one. Dealing in Magic was much more readable than any other in the series.
Overall, while letting me down on the story, it has captured my interest again with a stage set for something grand. I’ll just have to see what the next book holds in store. Hopefully the story will be more coherent, and the readability is as good as this one if not better.
October 23, 2020
The unstoppable Leira Berens!
As the series continues so does the mystery surrounding Leira. Half human half elf was the original guess about her origins. But strange things happen around her and only the Fixer seems to understand how to help her. Even he is puzzled but starts to ask the question ‘just how much of Leira is human?’. She is displaying abilities that haven’t been seen for thousands of years. So, it’s a good thing that her abilities seem to be growing just as the threat from the dark mist is also growing. The only problem is that the Fixer needs to stop her from advancing too far! Meantime, the humans are learning more about Oriceran but is this a good thing or bad?
As the series continues so does the mystery surrounding Leira. Half human half elf was the original guess about her origins. But strange things happen around her and only the Fixer seems to understand how to help her. Even he is puzzled but starts to ask the question ‘just how much of Leira is human?’. She is displaying abilities that haven’t been seen for thousands of years. So, it’s a good thing that her abilities seem to be growing just as the threat from the dark mist is also growing. The only problem is that the Fixer needs to stop her from advancing too far! Meantime, the humans are learning more about Oriceran but is this a good thing or bad?
July 14, 2019
Some of that good stuff!
Does anyone read the authors notes? I do, it's almost an art form with Martha and Mike. They are fun to read and hold interesting information. I was amused in the last book in this series, Mike's notes, that he referred to a heavy reader as someone who reads 50 books a year. Not bad. I think I'm ahead of a whale and into a pod of whales. When I was keeping track on a spread sheet between fiction, non-fiction, Textbooks, and history I was reading on average 145 books a year. This does not include white papers or consulting work and study's. Keep it weird guys.
Does anyone read the authors notes? I do, it's almost an art form with Martha and Mike. They are fun to read and hold interesting information. I was amused in the last book in this series, Mike's notes, that he referred to a heavy reader as someone who reads 50 books a year. Not bad. I think I'm ahead of a whale and into a pod of whales. When I was keeping track on a spread sheet between fiction, non-fiction, Textbooks, and history I was reading on average 145 books a year. This does not include white papers or consulting work and study's. Keep it weird guys.
December 13, 2017
Can Too Much Of A Good Thing Be Bad?
The race for artifacts is heating up. The General is unhappy about being beat out by the corporations for some of the artifacts. Time to recruit more help and change the rules. Leira's increasing pure magic almost leads her to a euphoric end. Tiberius Troll gets in trouble, as usual, going big and rescuing an old bartender from being beat up. I like the humor, well written lifelike characters, and the moral play of good and evil. Can Leira get control of her ever more powerful magic? I look forward to another book.
The race for artifacts is heating up. The General is unhappy about being beat out by the corporations for some of the artifacts. Time to recruit more help and change the rules. Leira's increasing pure magic almost leads her to a euphoric end. Tiberius Troll gets in trouble, as usual, going big and rescuing an old bartender from being beat up. I like the humor, well written lifelike characters, and the moral play of good and evil. Can Leira get control of her ever more powerful magic? I look forward to another book.
May 9, 2018
These Books Rock!!
While reading Michaels Author noted in the previous book, I noticed he mentioned readers not liking long series. I get that. I have read many that I got sick of.... This is NOT one of them! Point being is the series has to be able to keep your attention, this one does that!! As long as you keep writing them I for one will keep Reading them! Love Yumfuck!! lol😀 Blessed Be 🌒🌑🌘
While reading Michaels Author noted in the previous book, I noticed he mentioned readers not liking long series. I get that. I have read many that I got sick of.... This is NOT one of them! Point being is the series has to be able to keep your attention, this one does that!! As long as you keep writing them I for one will keep Reading them! Love Yumfuck!! lol😀 Blessed Be 🌒🌑🌘
July 13, 2018
Wonderful
This series has been my favorite so far it's filled with adventures,magic and characters with a great sense of humor but it also definitely shows how important family and friends can be during times of change in your life as you grow. You will never be disappointed ever. Loved every minute so far and I'm looking forward to reading more as the series evolved thank you for sharing your stories.
This series has been my favorite so far it's filled with adventures,magic and characters with a great sense of humor but it also definitely shows how important family and friends can be during times of change in your life as you grow. You will never be disappointed ever. Loved every minute so far and I'm looking forward to reading more as the series evolved thank you for sharing your stories.
April 16, 2021
YTT shenanigans
I'm really enjoying this series, but I really love that troll. Leira and Correck Are coming across hard truths. And a lot of pieces coming in to play in this book. The story is advancing, but not much resolved. Just a whole lot more questions. The book is extremely interesting throughout and I can't wait to get started on the next one.
Series must be read in order. Our lead characters are getting closer and closer, but nothing romantic.
I'm really enjoying this series, but I really love that troll. Leira and Correck Are coming across hard truths. And a lot of pieces coming in to play in this book. The story is advancing, but not much resolved. Just a whole lot more questions. The book is extremely interesting throughout and I can't wait to get started on the next one.
Series must be read in order. Our lead characters are getting closer and closer, but nothing romantic.
June 23, 2018
If you haven't read this series you NEED to do it now!!!
I am so addicted to reading this series. I just finished this book and couldn't put it down so I was thru it in two days!!!! Martha Carr and Michael Anderle are amazingly awesome writers!! That being said can't wait to see what happens in the next book!! <3
I am so addicted to reading this series. I just finished this book and couldn't put it down so I was thru it in two days!!!! Martha Carr and Michael Anderle are amazingly awesome writers!! That being said can't wait to see what happens in the next book!! <3
December 8, 2021
I love how it's like every few books of the series, it's like a new arc.
So Book 5 starts a new main plot and arc for these wonderful characters.
We got to meet new characters which is always a wonderful thing and characters who aren't really involved in the other books or linger in the background get more page time and they're becoming more involved.
So Book 5 starts a new main plot and arc for these wonderful characters.
We got to meet new characters which is always a wonderful thing and characters who aren't really involved in the other books or linger in the background get more page time and they're becoming more involved.
May 6, 2022
Okay book for was great. This was equally as good news story arc as well
So a characters that have grown on me are on another adventure. Plenty of colorful metaphors, aka swearing. If that offends you then find something else to read. This book is simply too much fun to let that get in the way. It's kind of like seasoning on a steak and it's well placed..
So a characters that have grown on me are on another adventure. Plenty of colorful metaphors, aka swearing. If that offends you then find something else to read. This book is simply too much fun to let that get in the way. It's kind of like seasoning on a steak and it's well placed..
November 26, 2017
Another good edition
Overall a nice addition to the series. Somewhat disappointed in the conclusion as it didn't seem the story had reached a stopping point. Looking forward to more.
Overall a nice addition to the series. Somewhat disappointed in the conclusion as it didn't seem the story had reached a stopping point. Looking forward to more.
November 27, 2017
Love Yumfuck!!!
Wow where to start. Animals mixed with artifacts, Yumfuck actually talking and artifact hunting everywhere. Oh and guess whose father shows up. Can’t wait for the next one!!
Wow where to start. Animals mixed with artifacts, Yumfuck actually talking and artifact hunting everywhere. Oh and guess whose father shows up. Can’t wait for the next one!!
November 27, 2017
Gratitude
I keep trying to figure out which Oriceran character I like the most and it is Liera that keeps coming to mind. And now her magic is so pure she may just get lost in it. Let me express my gratitude for all the fun or your new universe.
I keep trying to figure out which Oriceran character I like the most and it is Liera that keeps coming to mind. And now her magic is so pure she may just get lost in it. Let me express my gratitude for all the fun or your new universe.
December 23, 2017
Intriguing start
So this newest arc for Liera is off to an interesting start. I wonder what kind of adventures she will have this time around. Looking to see how a few surprises get answered. 😎
So this newest arc for Liera is off to an interesting start. I wonder what kind of adventures she will have this time around. Looking to see how a few surprises get answered. 😎
May 1, 2018
A must read series
This series keeps getting better and better. This is a series that I have to have in paperback it's that good.
If you need a good laugh this series is full of that, if you love kick ass females and ok guys (LOL) this series is for you.
This series keeps getting better and better. This is a series that I have to have in paperback it's that good.
If you need a good laugh this series is full of that, if you love kick ass females and ok guys (LOL) this series is for you.
June 29, 2018
Ready for book six
Working my way through the first eight. Re-read 1-3 . I have not been disappointed st all enjoying all of this universe and will be working my way through all the other stories this July.
Working my way through the first eight. Re-read 1-3 . I have not been disappointed st all enjoying all of this universe and will be working my way through all the other stories this July.
September 19, 2018
Fun light read.. Great characters
Great book.. Amazing characters, strong FMC and her ass kicking troll.. Yumfuck Tiberius Troll.. I read the books just for him!!! Jk.. kool universe with lots of humor and lots of cussing!!! :)
Great book.. Amazing characters, strong FMC and her ass kicking troll.. Yumfuck Tiberius Troll.. I read the books just for him!!! Jk.. kool universe with lots of humor and lots of cussing!!! :)
October 21, 2018
Excellent!
These stories just keep getting better, more exciting and funnier with every telling! YTT is coming into his own and becoming more exciting and interesting, too! Leira and Correck have the funniest relationship, too. An altogether great time!
These stories just keep getting better, more exciting and funnier with every telling! YTT is coming into his own and becoming more exciting and interesting, too! Leira and Correck have the funniest relationship, too. An altogether great time!
September 18, 2020
Still lacks details
Jumping about again.. but I didn't feel like anything really seemed to happen in this one until the new character who appeared right at the end.. bit of a drag just for that..
Jumping about again.. but I didn't feel like anything really seemed to happen in this one until the new character who appeared right at the end.. bit of a drag just for that..
January 1, 2021
This is getting better and better!
Lots of fun adventure mixed with mystery and mayhem, gotta love it ! The troll character is genius!! I want one ! Love the mix of characters throughout this series. A definite must read!!
Lots of fun adventure mixed with mystery and mayhem, gotta love it ! The troll character is genius!! I want one ! Love the mix of characters throughout this series. A definite must read!!
November 26, 2017
Reduced the rating due to the abrupt ending. I did not consider it a cliff-hanger event that might have been carried over and set the scene for the next novel.
July 21, 2018
Good read
4-stars cuz I just didn't like it as much as book 4 however I did like that the troll got more ink. Louie the scavenger to me was wasted space.
4-stars cuz I just didn't like it as much as book 4 however I did like that the troll got more ink. Louie the scavenger to me was wasted space.
February 7, 2019
Good book
Good book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this book to anyone
Good book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this book to anyone
July 15, 2020
Really enjoy this series.
August 20, 2020
Scavenger hunt for relics
Very interesting story with scavenger hunting wizards as well as other magical creatures in two worlds, one with magic and one without.
Very interesting story with scavenger hunting wizards as well as other magical creatures in two worlds, one with magic and one without.
August 25, 2020
I enjoyed this series. It has 3 authors that create the world and cross paths in other titles which became more of an investment i was willing to make.
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