When the price of Gate Magic is a shorter life spent with your loved ones, will you want to keep that door closed?Prepared to give up all of his power for a few more years with his family, Rakamai, the leader of his faction, a Magic Master who swore to defend his people against those who possess special powers, believed the only way out was to offer peace. But in a world where factions love to be … love to be enemies, his dream would soon be shattered.
Yamen, a Forest Elder, reminds Rakamai that controlling Majestic animals is a power he should always fear, and trapped in another war, Rakamai has a decision to make. Protect the legacy of his people or save his son from the hatred plaguing his world.
Now, when the Forbidden Warriors, the strongest in his world, are hunting him down, Rakamai must first escape their wrath before choosing between a longer life for himself or peace for the next generation.
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A great introduction to a world that is looks to be expansive in all aspects. Moud has created one of the most complex magic systems I’ve come across. The idea that different communities can manifest different types of magic is fascinating to explore.
Each community in this book was well developed, they standout apart from each other and have their own unique cultures.
While the writer has writing style that is different from most, after the first few chapters it was easy to adapt to, and didn’t take away from the story he is telling. I look forward to continuing in this series.
I read this series backwards. But I don’t regret it. This book had so much action and I got to meet characters from the other books, but also I got to meet characters who were only mentioned. The background this installment provides to the series is significant and wonderful. It really ties everything together. More background on the four factions of the continent of Mastoperia. How it they all began. More information on why some of our later friends are the way they are. But aside from background information, it has action. Lots and lots of action. Immerse yourself in battles of several factions members against an even amount on the opposite side. And read how an amazing man has only 12 others to help him, but still pits himself against an entire tribe of 1,000… and their own helpers. The people you meet here have their own unique stories and plans and ways of going about getting what they want. Their own codes of honor, if you will. It’s a beautiful story and it’s a deadly story. It may be the first installment of the series and you are encouraged to read it as such. But don’t be upset if it is a story you come upon in the middle of your journey through the world of Mastoperia either. There are no spoilers in the book, however, there is much enlightenment to be found regardless of where you begin your journey. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
This is an interesting introduction to the series. The books seems to bounce from one POV to another, which didn’t bother me, but might others. The book is too short to really talk about much here, because I don’t want to spoil anything for anyone. I am interested to learn more about the 4 factions and why they are all keeping separate from one another. Also interested to learn more about the Forbidden Warriors and their role in everything.
I loved how creative the concept and the plot were. The structure of the world alone adds enough depth to keep the story flowing even before anything happens. I was particularly taken by the idea of tribal wars. It was so well written that I could feel the power flowing through me. Add to all of that the magical systems which amazed me. There was a different system for each faction, but my personal favorite was that of Averett. Then there’s is the Forbidden City, which serves as a mediator between all the factions. I loved seeing how they work and trying to decipher the motives for each action because clearly, they had their own Agenda. This is a fast-paced story that kept me wanting for more, and I can’t wait for the next part. The author clearly has a creative imagination. My favorite characters were Rakamai and Amalia. Reading the fights took me way beyond imagining them. I wished I was there, not fighting with Rakamai, but beside him, for his cause. That’s how much I loved this book
I stumbled upon this book, and I’m so glad I did. The book starts out with a tense scene, and the action doesn’t stop there. From the very first words to the end of the book there is always something happening. The author developed characters that were engaging, and they brought you right into their world. I really liked the storyline, and I can’t wait for the next book in the series to come. I would recommend this book