500 years ago the Fae vanished without a trace. Now, none can pass the treacherous storms guarding their former home. The Countdown Clock is TickingIn the city of Dynas Rhydent, all who are born with magic must succumb to the Trials by their 19th birthday. Pass, and you’ll be granted the title of Magi, a rank that brings wealth and privilege. Fail, and your life is no longer your own. An acolyte … is no longer your own. An acolyte at the Academy of Arcane Arts, Theorie du’Ambrine’s gift is stunted, and as her birthday draws closer she begins to fear the inevitable—
A Chance Encounter
With his crooked smile and shaggy hair, Kyte is unlike anyone Theorie has ever known, and it isn’t long before she finds herself following the magnetic boy into one of Dynas Rhydent’s most dangerous districts. But what starts as a light-hearted afternoon soon turns into a harrowing nightmare, one that will push both Theorie and Kyte to their very limits as they struggle to survive a betrayal that might cost them everything.
The Last of Them
Taren Val’Cross is the last prince of the Fae. Once, his empire spanned the globe. Now, a curse keeps his people locked behind a magical barrier, making them prisoners in their own home. None can enter nor leave the wards surrounding their islands. Taren has all but given up on freeing his people, until a violent storm washes a young mage onto their shores. A mage who just might have the power to free them. But that power comes at a cost and soon Taren finds himself asking a question: save his kingdom or the woman he loves?
Enter a world where myths and magic abound in a lush dark fantasy perfect for fans of Holly Black, Cassandra Clare, and Sarah J Maas. Enter the Storm.
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This book have given me so many different feelings, I can’t keep count. I’ve had to take a break for a while, out of anger, and another out of boredom. So let me just say that I’m just as shocked as you that I rated it 4 stars, but the last 40% of the book had me lured in!
I have grown to adore the romance in the book, even though I was so skeptical at first. It just felt so intimate to read, and the setting described was just so vivid. The “movie” playing in my head was just so visually appealing, that even if I didn’t like the characters, I would still like the world. It just happens to be that I like both!
So, even though I wasn’t a fan of the first half of the book, I still give it 4 stars because of the amicable characters and vivid imagery. The reasons for me disliking the first half, was because I found it to be quite boring. It didn’t have as much appeal as the rest of the book, and even though the writing was great, it seemed to me like the plot was more forced instead of flowing.
Overall, I ended up really enjoying the book, even though it started off rocky. I was able to put the plot aside, and love the aspects that were favorable to me- the characters and atmosphere and world-building. I find it to be a great inspiration for the writing of those things, but with the addition of a gripping plot, it would have been much better.
Thank you to the author and publisher for providing me with an ebook advance reader copy for free- in exchange of me leaving a review both honestly and voluntarily
Theorie of the Storm is a fun read full of magic and creativity.
The plot, in particular the last 20% where everything kicked off. You could tell everything was well planned out and there was tension and it was brilliant.
There was foreshadowing throughout the book, which I love, and it was subtle enough that you didn’t realize what it was until after. I love that there is a map at the beginning. With high fantasy books like this, I think a map is essential.
so yeah would recommand this book
I really liked the story and got really engrossed. However, toward the end it got a little dark for my taste. That said, I still finished the book. I probably won’t continue the series because of a small book budget I spend with care. I would rather read something uplifting. I also prefer a series that has more of a conclusion to each book.
I requested this book to review from StoryOrigin and am voluntarily leaving my honest review of the book.
This book slowly drew me in and the next thing I knew it was over. This book is kind of a slow building story but is very character driven which is why I really enjoyed it. Theorie is getting ready to face the magical trials which will set her on the path for the rest of her life when she is kidnapped and betrayed by Kyte. Kyte just wants a way out of his current life as second in command to a gang. But when he has a change in conscience, he gets sent away on a slaver boat with Theorie. They encounter a storm along the way and end up in the fae realm with another captive named Sybil. The only problem is that no one should be able to enter or leave the island which makes the fae very interested in how they arrived there. Taren the prince of the fae realm will do anything to break down the barriers around the island to leave the kingdom and even goes so far as to try and seduce Theorie.
The world building is beautiful and all of the characters are really unique and strong. I really enjoyed this beautiful story that Jane Delaney created and how easy it was to jump into this story.
Five hundred years earlier the powerful Fae Queen fell in love with a human but obviously her husband fought her over it and as the war reached its crescendo the Fae all disappeared. Now it’s some of the humans who have magic and our heroine Theorie is about to take her final tests before she’s assigned a position but as this story begins Theorie has some trouble actually reaching for all of her magic.
Theorie has a comfortable life living with her guardian and is overjoyed when he gifts her a ship. Whilst inspecting it though she meets Kyte who isn’t all he appears to be and Theorie finds herself abducted and on a slavers ship. Yet fate steps in and Theorie and Kyte find themselves facing not only their greatest fears but perhaps also their wildest dreams.
This was a story that just pulled me in although I hasten to point out that initially I wasn’t sure if I would empathise with Theorie because in the beginning she was extremely naive and not exactly the sort of protagonist that I usually enjoy. However she quickly blooms into someone I could cheer for although the author stayed true to the fact that Theorie was a sheltered, innocent young lady.
I have no wish to ruin this story but I think the synopsis does reveal that not all the Fae are missing and that some live on hidden Islands with Wards that prevent them from leaving. Theorie and Kyte end up behind the Ward desperately trying to survive with a young child who was also about to be auctioned off. This trio find safety but nothing is as it seems. The Fae are notoriously tricky creatures but in the world created here they can lie , they can deceive and our intrepid heroine is not the only one lied to !
This definitely got better as the story progressed and the characters introduced on the Island were a good mixture of very obviously villains and even some that are confused about exactly where their loyalty should go. I particularly liked Kyte as even at the beginning he is a morally grey character who clearly has a good heart. There wasn’t really enough about young Sybil to truly assess her but the ending certainly made her someone I’d like to know more about . Taren is the Fae Prince who charms Theorie but his motives are hidden from her. Yes he’s the token love interest although he didn’t make my heart flutter ! I was very intrigued by the magic and how it’s used here. I cannot say too much but Theorie was astonishing at times and as this ended their are revelations about several characters here but frustratingly not Theorie ! I still have questions and this journey is definitely not over so if you enjoy fantasy that’s not too dark or graphic then this series should be on your wishlist.
This voluntary take is of a copy I requested from Netgalley and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair
Theorie of the Storm is mesmerizing, I fell in love with the world and the characters instantly.
I avoid YA books because I just hate teenage drama but when I read this book’s description something in it called to me so I thought why not. And I am glad I did.
Theorie Du’Ambrine is a magi, she has magic, however small. In her world everyone who possess magical abilities must take a test by their 19th birthday. Pass and your life changes for the best. Fail and your life stops being your own. Theorie fears the worst so when she accidentaky meets Kyte who offers her adventure, she says yes. She has no idea this decision will change her life forever.
Taren Val’Cross is the last prince of the fae. Once his empire was huge, now they are trapped on their home island. Taren will do everything in his power to free his people when Theorie and Kyte are washed up on the shores of his home. Because Theorie might be the one magi who can save them. But not everything and everyone are as they seem and soon Taren needs to decide who to save: his kingdom or the woman he loves.
Theorie at first seems like a spoiled girl with no care in the world but as her past is revealed I felt sorry for her and started to see her in a different light. She is head-strong and capable and well, yes short-tempered an inexperienced but these qualities make her all the more likable. And by the time the book ends she is a different person.
Taren…what to say about this cheeky, impulsive, freaking sexy fae prince…of course he is a prince. I’m in love.
Kyte changes even more. His turn from a criminal into…no spoilers so read the book.
I’m going to read the next book as soon as I can.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.