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Magic Lost, Trouble Found (Raine Benares #1)

Lisa Shearin

Start date: June 1, 2010

Finish date: June 30, 2010

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Discussion leader: Donna

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May 28, 2008 Ann rated it liked it

Shelves: wpf-masters-reading

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I found myself conflicted by this book. There are parts of this novel that I loved, parts that made me read and read because I couldn't put it down, and parts that popped me out of the story and had me saying "Oh, come on!"

The novel is written in a first-person chatty style reminiscent of chick-lit. It's not quite as... dark and heavy as the urban fantasy I've read... but it also has a bit of that kind of modern thief/magician thing... kinda a perky female Harry Dresden without so much angst. Oh ...more

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Jul 20, 2009 Vickie rated it really liked it

It apparently has been a little while since I've read fantasy of such intricate world-building. It took me a little while to get into the story as I first had to get used to the world of Mermeia where Raine and her cohorts and family live. The names of the characters gave me the most difficulty...once I got used to how they sounded out in my cranium, I was fine and the story moved along like gang-busters.
Raine is my type of lead character. She has some flaws, but ultimately she has common sense ...more

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Dec 05, 2009 Deborah Blake rated it it was amazing

Some of the best world building and characters I've seen. If you like fantasy, this is a fabulous series! ...more

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May 11, 2012 Sarah rated it liked it

Shelves: fantasy

3.5 stars. Really enjoyed this book. Lead character is a strong and funny heroine. Good action, mystery, and adventure. My only complaint is that I wanted to know more about some of the characters, but I guess the author needs to save some more material for the rest of the series. I imagine I will pick up the other books very soon. Overall, a very fun and entertaining read.

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Jul 15, 2008 Heather rated it it was amazing

I really enjoyed this book. The main character is strong and funny!! I'm looking forward to more from this author and hope she turns this into a series. ...more

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