The Shattered Realms Series by Cinda Williams Chima - Reading 'Shadowcaster (Shattered Realms #2)' from September 24th 2019

[Andy]

Starting with Book 1!

A New York Times bestseller now in paperback, this dazzling beginning to the Shattered Realms series is indispensable for fans of Cinda Williams Chima and a perfect starting point for readers who are new to her work. Set in the world of the acclaimed Seven Realms series, this is a breathtaking story of dark magic, chilling threats, and two unforgettable characters walking a knife-sharp line between life and death.

Adrian sul’Han, known as Ash, is a trained healer with a powerful gift of magic—and a thirst for revenge. Ash is forced into hiding after a series of murders throws the queendom into chaos. Now he’s closer than ever to killing the man responsible, the cruel king of Arden. Can Ash use his powers not to save a life but to take it?

Abandoned at birth, Jenna Bandelow was told that the magemark on the back of her neck would make her a target. But when the King’s Guard launches a relentless search for a girl with a mark like hers, Jenna assumes that it has more to do with her role as a saboteur than any birth-based curse. Eventually, Ash’s and Jenna’s paths will collide in Arden. Thrown together by chance and joined by their hatred of the ruthless king, they will come to rescue each other in ways they cannot yet imagine.

[Andy]

Ch. 2 (view spoiler)[ HOW COULD YOU CHIMA!?! HOW COULD YOU DO THAT TO MY PRECIOUS HANS AND RAISA. I'm gonna go cry now (hide spoiler)]

Ch. 10 (view spoiler)[ Who is Lila?? What does she want? Is she somehow Jenna in disguise? I'm so confused and idk what to think. I'm glad that Ash wasn't killed by a stupid priest of Malthus. Those guys need to be taken care of and same with the King of Arden (hide spoiler)]

[Anna 'Bookbuyer']

I though this wasn't starting till the 18th?

[Andy]

I had to start early because of my car trip haha

[Anna 'Bookbuyer']

Andrea wrote: "I had to start early because of my car trip haha"

Ah. KK. :)

[Andy]

But I'll be around whenever everyone else starts

[Andy]

Ch. 23 (view spoiler)[ Holy Hannalea! First Jenna does something stupid to blow her cover and now Ash has gotten himself in a collar. Well this is just freaking great! *Throws hands up in the air bc frustrated* This doesn't seem good at all and I'm stressing! I really want the King of Arden to be dead. (hide spoiler)]

Ch. 35 (view spoiler)[ So I'm like pretty convinced that Jenna is a dragon. But that no one knows dragons can turn into humans. Maybe the magemark keeps her from transforming? Anyway I don't like this deal between the Northern Isles and Arden. Can they please just smite this asshole of a King?? Ugh I hate him so freaking much. I hope the skull on the King's head means he'll be dying soon. (hide spoiler)]

[Andy]

Finished (view spoiler)[ FINALLY GERARD IS DEAD YESSSSSSSSSSSS!!!
So Jenna might be a dragon rider then?? Not super sure. Hopefully more answers will appear in the next book. Lila being related to Amon threw me for a loop, I was not expecting that, though I knew there was something more to her. Super glad she's actually working for the Fells. I hope Ash and Jenna will find each other again. Not sure about that guy Evan tho, maybe he's a good guy maybe not... (hide spoiler)]

[Andy]

Ch. 9 (view spoiler)[ Not many chapters in and it seems like a lot of people have died already. I'm surprised Halston wasn't captured at the battle where the four mages were killed. Seems like he should've been. He doesn't seem too bad, it's a pity the king and Karn tried to kill him in that battle. Seems like there could be a plot to marry Lyss off, but I'm not sure. Also, does this take place the same time as Flamecaster did, because I really really want to see a reunion between Adrian, Lyss and Raisa. And Jenna needs to come back! (hide spoiler)]

[Wolf (Alpha)]

can I join?

[Andy]

Yes please do!

[Andy]

Ch. 19 (view spoiler)[ Who the hell is this Darien dude!?! Why did he try to kill Lyss, and did he kill Han? I wonder what will happen to Brieon now, but I'm glad he didn't die in that fight. I think he might be like Jenna because he has the mark. I need Adrian to come back please!!! When will his and Jenna's story overlap with Lyss. Please be soon, like very soon. (hide spoiler)]

[Andy]

Ch. 29 (view spoiler)[ JENNA IS BACK IM SO HAPPY!!!! I'm glad Jenna and her dragon are bonding, Cas is pretty interesting. I really want Jenna and Brieon to meet and talk about their marks. I feel like it's important. Also, Shadow is awesome-- I wonder if Lyss will get her necklace back now. Then there is Hal, I hope he'll be on Lyss's side eventually--I liked their little talk. (hide spoiler)]

[Andy]

Ch. 37 (view spoiler)[ I wonder what is going to happen now that Celestine is here. I'm worried for Jenna and Brieon. Especially Breion since Lyss and her group seem to think he has more to tell them when he doesn't. Ugh this is frustrating. Also I'm not completely sold on the romance of Hal and Lyss. There just hasn't been enough time between the two for the romance to really evolve for me. (hide spoiler)]

[Andy]

Finished (view spoiler)[ So Evan is working against Celestine, wonder how that will play out. Him and Jenna might have to team up in order to win. Celestine sounds like a monster and I don't even know what she wants besides the maged mark kids. I don't think it's a good thing that she has Brieon. I hope Hal finds a way to bridge Arden and the Fells so they can fight Celestine. I'm worried for Alyssa, curse cliff hanger endings. (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah Elizabeth]

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Date Changed. Restarting April 4th 2018. Happy Reading ☺

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[Jennifer]

Hey, checking in. I just picked up my copy today but probably won't start it until Monday.

[Jennifer]

Ch 5 - (view spoiler)[ I'm sure I'm going to like the story between Lyss and Hal and all their West Side Story plotline and all, but I won't deny I thought this would be a continuation of Ash and Jenna's story. I hope they make an appearance at some point...because you know, dragons! (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

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Date Changed. Restarting September 24th 2019. Happy Reading ☺

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[Ryn]

Haven't started this one yet. I'm hoping to at least start it before the end of the month, but I'm running out of month faster than books and buddy reads >.<

[Courtney]

I wont be able to start it until October for the same reason.

[Tiera]

I'm down for October as well!

[Courtney]

Im hoping to start this today.

[Courtney]

Are you guys okay with doing this one later on in the month or maybe even November? I am already so behind on BR's.

[Tiera]

I could push it off till later in the month Courtney if you want!