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Ithria #3
Taroniah at War
Taroniah had barely graduated from magic school when war broke out over her part of the world. When the Shoverians initially attacked the town of Alcitran, near the Lightbearer Academy, she had single-handedly incinerated half their army using a new spell she had devised. Upon her return to Marland, she was taken by complete surprise when her natural father, the King, publicly acknowledged her after all these years. Her euphoria was short-lived as agents of a foreign Kingdom managed to kidnap her. Meanwhile, Winghia and Berlisbu invade Penhampia, and everything goes to hell. Taroniah, with the support of her small army, is determined to march on Winghia and personally take down the evil King Dorman. Now that she has been declared the first Sorceress in two thousand years, everybody should learn to be wary of upsetting her!
- GenresFantasy
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Published September 17, 2022
About the author
Peter Rhodan
38 books71 followersI grew up in Sydney Australia but have lived on the Gold Coast, Australia for over thirty years. I have been many things over my life, courier driver, retail sales assistant, casino croupier, small business owner, a bankrupt former small business owner, a graphic designer, poker tournament operator and most recently an Uber driver.
I have a marvellous wife and two great kids (both adults now) plus a border collie cross dog who thinks she's a human.
I have always liked science fiction books, especially gung-ho space opera, time travel and alternate history genres. The first fiction book I read that I liked was Eagle of the Ninth and fist Science Fiction book I read and liked was Foundation by Asimov.
My favourite authors, at the moment, are David Weber, Lois McMaster Bujold, Christopher Nuttall and Pam Uphoff. Weber writes the best space opera while Bujold is simply the best writer and Miles Vorkisgan an amazing character. Chris Nuttall rarely writes anything that is only so-so and his Schooled in Magic books are the best magic school series I have read so far. Pam Uphoff writes primarily a cross dimensional series called the Wine of the Gods with the Directorate stories offshoot. These are delightful, entertaining and often thought provoking books that I love.
Chris Nuttall and Pam Uphoff inspired me to "have a go mate" and so I have.
My first novel is On the Rocks, the first story of Arturo Sandus (Sanders) and his adventures as a Space Ship captain marooned on a primitive swords and sandals era planet. Sort of...
I have a marvellous wife and two great kids (both adults now) plus a border collie cross dog who thinks she's a human.
I have always liked science fiction books, especially gung-ho space opera, time travel and alternate history genres. The first fiction book I read that I liked was Eagle of the Ninth and fist Science Fiction book I read and liked was Foundation by Asimov.
My favourite authors, at the moment, are David Weber, Lois McMaster Bujold, Christopher Nuttall and Pam Uphoff. Weber writes the best space opera while Bujold is simply the best writer and Miles Vorkisgan an amazing character. Chris Nuttall rarely writes anything that is only so-so and his Schooled in Magic books are the best magic school series I have read so far. Pam Uphoff writes primarily a cross dimensional series called the Wine of the Gods with the Directorate stories offshoot. These are delightful, entertaining and often thought provoking books that I love.
Chris Nuttall and Pam Uphoff inspired me to "have a go mate" and so I have.
My first novel is On the Rocks, the first story of Arturo Sandus (Sanders) and his adventures as a Space Ship captain marooned on a primitive swords and sandals era planet. Sort of...
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May 11, 2023
Author Repeats Again and Again
I like this story, and I’m still reading it, but I hate that the author has the character repeat the story of a situation that we experienced with the character. The main character will go through a scene, then someone needs to be informed about what happened and we will get a word for word summary from the main character explaining what we know already happened. I think I read the same scene repeated up to 4 times because she kept telling people what happened. The author doesn’t just say “she explained what happened” and then move on. I’ve skimmed and skipped several sections of dialogue that was a repeat of the same scene we already had dialogue about. It really interrupted the flow of the book and made it a more frustrating read. I still want to know what happened, so I read the book to the end, but the frustration was very high.
I like this story, and I’m still reading it, but I hate that the author has the character repeat the story of a situation that we experienced with the character. The main character will go through a scene, then someone needs to be informed about what happened and we will get a word for word summary from the main character explaining what we know already happened. I think I read the same scene repeated up to 4 times because she kept telling people what happened. The author doesn’t just say “she explained what happened” and then move on. I’ve skimmed and skipped several sections of dialogue that was a repeat of the same scene we already had dialogue about. It really interrupted the flow of the book and made it a more frustrating read. I still want to know what happened, so I read the book to the end, but the frustration was very high.
October 18, 2022
good story, except for the repetition
Unfortunately, I had to give this book 3 stars. The reason is that doing the entire story, when the characters met somebody knew the author had to repeat all the prior actions of the characters. The author did this every time the characters met somebody new in the book. This got pretty tiresome. I was shaking my head, wondering why the MC would explain what her weaknesses were as far as amulets are concerned to people she hardly knew. Brevity is good. A short explanation would have sufficed. This pacing took me out of the book, because we as readers already knew what happened. It was not necessary for other characters in the story to know everything. To me, it seems just like the author was padding the page count. still a very good book, very likable MC, as well as her supporting cast. Worth the read. With that one caveat of constant repetition.
Unfortunately, I had to give this book 3 stars. The reason is that doing the entire story, when the characters met somebody knew the author had to repeat all the prior actions of the characters. The author did this every time the characters met somebody new in the book. This got pretty tiresome. I was shaking my head, wondering why the MC would explain what her weaknesses were as far as amulets are concerned to people she hardly knew. Brevity is good. A short explanation would have sufficed. This pacing took me out of the book, because we as readers already knew what happened. It was not necessary for other characters in the story to know everything. To me, it seems just like the author was padding the page count. still a very good book, very likable MC, as well as her supporting cast. Worth the read. With that one caveat of constant repetition.
May 22, 2024
Quite good!
June 4, 2024
A very bad read. Many reviewers already mentioned the repetition of events in dialogue but I’d like to point out that what made it especially painful is the fact that everyone who was talked to also had the same questions and they often asked them the same way, word for word.
I am extremely underwhelmed in the choice of parter the author gave her. He is as boring as can be. I could deal with it if he was perhaps her first lover but no, they marry in the end. The only thing that could revive my interest is if he dies spectacularly in the future. In general I think I’m done with this story. I skimmed a good part of this book already, I can’t imagine continuing.
I am extremely underwhelmed in the choice of parter the author gave her. He is as boring as can be. I could deal with it if he was perhaps her first lover but no, they marry in the end. The only thing that could revive my interest is if he dies spectacularly in the future. In general I think I’m done with this story. I skimmed a good part of this book already, I can’t imagine continuing.
March 4, 2025
the stupid part
So chapter 6 made me incredibly angry so I’m going to write my review now. Spoilers ahead.
So in most magic books you have a plot device that takes magic away. In chapter 6 this happens with potions and a large case of temporary stupidity . What the heck are you talking about. Not a single potion has been mentioned in any book so far. Alchemy has not even been referenced. In fact we know that very explicitly most magical knowledge has been lost. Anyway this part seem just lazy and really made me angry because it come out of nowhere with no background. Besides that pretty good book.
So chapter 6 made me incredibly angry so I’m going to write my review now. Spoilers ahead.
So in most magic books you have a plot device that takes magic away. In chapter 6 this happens with potions and a large case of temporary stupidity . What the heck are you talking about. Not a single potion has been mentioned in any book so far. Alchemy has not even been referenced. In fact we know that very explicitly most magical knowledge has been lost. Anyway this part seem just lazy and really made me angry because it come out of nowhere with no background. Besides that pretty good book.
September 24, 2022
Really!
I dislike that Taroniah feels the need to repeat her war victories to everyone she meets. Whenever the books conclude, I always feel like something is missing. It would have been nice to read about the interaction between her the king and queen, especially because we haven't read about her encountering the queen at any time throughout the books. Apart from those two issues, I have enjoyed the series.
I dislike that Taroniah feels the need to repeat her war victories to everyone she meets. Whenever the books conclude, I always feel like something is missing. It would have been nice to read about the interaction between her the king and queen, especially because we haven't read about her encountering the queen at any time throughout the books. Apart from those two issues, I have enjoyed the series.
October 8, 2022
Emilar's Knight Stars
Taroniah at War is the third book in the Ithria series by Peter Rhodan.
First, I would like to express how happy I am that our MC managed to find an acceptable partner to stand at her side. I think Kauriga complements her well, and I hope we will come to learn more of him in the future.
I can still feel the discrepancy between the way in which the author connects the readers to either Kyron or Taroniah. There was a certain tone in Taroniah's thinking that appeared far more inconsistent. I originally thought this was just the rambling style of the author... But the trend did not present itself in Kyron's book, or his narrative.. This leads me to believe the author was trying to affect a more feminine thought pattern by highlighting how she struggled to understand even herself? Maybe not the intention, I'll give the author the benefit of the doubt. But the inconsistency between his female lead and male leads writing style is telling.
I enjoyed getting back in touch with this cast of characters. It's been enlightening to see where Taroniah has traveled after receiving her degree at Lightbearer Academy, and defeated the Shoverians in Alcitran. To understand the difference and consequence her mere presence had on the war effort was astounding. This alone lends credence to the difference in ability between normal Magicians and Sorcerors.
The Goddess Emilar's interest and many interactions with Teroniah throughout her efforts during the campaign are intriguing. I wonder how many more Sorcerors will become known in the coming books, and how many gods they will rebirth with their prayers alone. As well, the types and varying gods that have come into popularity since the Great War interests me. I wonder how many old God's are still lingering outside of their corporeal forms? And which will rise again, much as Emilar has with Taroniah's favor.
I do hope we touch base back on what she will become at the Academy, and hear more of her money making efforts. But I am just as excited to see how Kyron's future unfolds in his continuation within this series.
Taroniah at War is the third book in the Ithria series by Peter Rhodan.
First, I would like to express how happy I am that our MC managed to find an acceptable partner to stand at her side. I think Kauriga complements her well, and I hope we will come to learn more of him in the future.
I can still feel the discrepancy between the way in which the author connects the readers to either Kyron or Taroniah. There was a certain tone in Taroniah's thinking that appeared far more inconsistent. I originally thought this was just the rambling style of the author... But the trend did not present itself in Kyron's book, or his narrative.. This leads me to believe the author was trying to affect a more feminine thought pattern by highlighting how she struggled to understand even herself? Maybe not the intention, I'll give the author the benefit of the doubt. But the inconsistency between his female lead and male leads writing style is telling.
I enjoyed getting back in touch with this cast of characters. It's been enlightening to see where Taroniah has traveled after receiving her degree at Lightbearer Academy, and defeated the Shoverians in Alcitran. To understand the difference and consequence her mere presence had on the war effort was astounding. This alone lends credence to the difference in ability between normal Magicians and Sorcerors.
The Goddess Emilar's interest and many interactions with Teroniah throughout her efforts during the campaign are intriguing. I wonder how many more Sorcerors will become known in the coming books, and how many gods they will rebirth with their prayers alone. As well, the types and varying gods that have come into popularity since the Great War interests me. I wonder how many old God's are still lingering outside of their corporeal forms? And which will rise again, much as Emilar has with Taroniah's favor.
I do hope we touch base back on what she will become at the Academy, and hear more of her money making efforts. But I am just as excited to see how Kyron's future unfolds in his continuation within this series.
May 26, 2023
I really enjoyed this book, which was very easy to read and had only a few very minor irritations e.g.
December 26, 2022
Taroniah Continued...
I was happy to get back to Taroniah's story, in this third book of the series. It didn't disappoint.
I'm not really fond of drawn out descriptions of military campaigns, but there was enough adventure and interesting interactions with kidnappers, assassins, kings, and gods that it made the story exciting.
I would rate this book R. It's about war so there is quite a bit of violence; there is one descriptive sex scene; and the occasional lapse into bad language.
I recommend this book.
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I was happy to get back to Taroniah's story, in this third book of the series. It didn't disappoint.
I'm not really fond of drawn out descriptions of military campaigns, but there was enough adventure and interesting interactions with kidnappers, assassins, kings, and gods that it made the story exciting.
I would rate this book R. It's about war so there is quite a bit of violence; there is one descriptive sex scene; and the occasional lapse into bad language.
I recommend this book.
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October 27, 2022
Great main story
I really enjoyed the tale of Tarnish a new Sorceress, but foe me the tale loses points for consistency and the blatant need of an Editor. There's one whole chapter that has nothing to do with Tarnish at War. The consistency issue comes up in the directions of travel they seem to get twisted a time or two. Even with these issues I'd like to read how she ends up wherever at peace.
I really enjoyed the tale of Tarnish a new Sorceress, but foe me the tale loses points for consistency and the blatant need of an Editor. There's one whole chapter that has nothing to do with Tarnish at War. The consistency issue comes up in the directions of travel they seem to get twisted a time or two. Even with these issues I'd like to read how she ends up wherever at peace.
September 18, 2022
great story
This book was great. It did lack a lot of magical or the technological development I like to see. But it did have the some good fighting. The ending left much to be desired, so many ways to end the book but in my opinion the author chose a weak ending. However I still have high hopes for the future.
This book was great. It did lack a lot of magical or the technological development I like to see. But it did have the some good fighting. The ending left much to be desired, so many ways to end the book but in my opinion the author chose a weak ending. However I still have high hopes for the future.
September 19, 2022
Entertaining Read
A great series thus far. Taroniah grows in power. However, kidnapping, assassination, and war ensue. I like the slow burn development of her relationship with her bodyguard. I like the action and humor. I look forward to another book.
A great series thus far. Taroniah grows in power. However, kidnapping, assassination, and war ensue. I like the slow burn development of her relationship with her bodyguard. I like the action and humor. I look forward to another book.
September 21, 2022
Meh, not really worth it
I found that if you cut free repetitive speech Scott who the protagonist is there isn't much character to talk about and everything seems easy and boring in terms of writing and the story line, eurgh get little imagination used by the author
I found that if you cut free repetitive speech Scott who the protagonist is there isn't much character to talk about and everything seems easy and boring in terms of writing and the story line, eurgh get little imagination used by the author
September 29, 2022
Taroniah at War book 3
This photo is good as the other two books in the series. The writing of the characters got you involved in the book and the inventor of their lives saw that it was a great read. I look forward to the author running of the stories this well.
This photo is good as the other two books in the series. The writing of the characters got you involved in the book and the inventor of their lives saw that it was a great read. I look forward to the author running of the stories this well.
October 10, 2022
Great Book
I have read all 3 books in the Ithria series and enjoyed each one. I especially liked the 2 about Taroniah, I liked her character and the storyline. I can't wait til the next book.😀
I have read all 3 books in the Ithria series and enjoyed each one. I especially liked the 2 about Taroniah, I liked her character and the storyline. I can't wait til the next book.😀
October 11, 2022
Very entertaining story. The only problem it hints at other stories and a continuation of the main storyline and there is nothing hinted at by the author. Therefore it leaves you hanging asking if there is going to be another book
October 22, 2022
Awesome Book Two
Yes you may skip the Author’s book two and read this book because for now they are unconnected other than being in the same world.
As expected in this book she totally kicks butt. Fantastic Story
Yes you may skip the Author’s book two and read this book because for now they are unconnected other than being in the same world.
As expected in this book she totally kicks butt. Fantastic Story
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May 20, 2023Such fun and no second grave with sweet revenge.
I hope there are more adventures with the Sorceress. I really enjoyed this classical tail form. Magic swords are always needed in Amy great story
I hope there are more adventures with the Sorceress. I really enjoyed this classical tail form. Magic swords are always needed in Amy great story
July 22, 2024
Not bad
Enjoyed the read though as we went on some of the introspections got a little wordy. Again the epilogue is interesting. While its abrupt it does see the plotlines closed the characters safe and a new adventure on the horizon.
Enjoyed the read though as we went on some of the introspections got a little wordy. Again the epilogue is interesting. While its abrupt it does see the plotlines closed the characters safe and a new adventure on the horizon.
October 25, 2025
The first book was solid. I read the 2nd book that was not related to the story at all reluctantly. I was hoping this book would get back to enjoyable, but it doesn't seem to be heading upward at all. DNF at 40%, I am done with this series of 14 in the 3rd volume.
September 22, 2022
Even better than the Arturo Sandus series. Finally a female protagonist with the grit to do what is necessary while still retaining the capacity for compassion.
September 26, 2022
Pretty good
The story was very good but also pretty predictable. The part of the story after the wedding was very unnecessary and is the reason I didn't give it 4 stars.
The story was very good but also pretty predictable. The part of the story after the wedding was very unnecessary and is the reason I didn't give it 4 stars.
October 6, 2022
Too simple
I didn't hate this book, but it wasn't satisfying at all. Superman wins even when he's stupid enough to fall for the kryptonite trap.
I didn't hate this book, but it wasn't satisfying at all. Superman wins even when he's stupid enough to fall for the kryptonite trap.
March 19, 2025
Direct sequel to Taroniah at School and another fun and energetic book that compels one to turn the pages and see what happens.
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