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kreela's review against another edition
5.0
“What was another bump or scrape? Just add it to the list, because Goddess knew I couldn’t tell the difference between them anymore.”
“each and every bud shared an enchanting mix of black and silver—the most prominent among them, a matched pair…” Honestly, this was probably one of the best stories I have read this year, and I didn’t even like the main character. As a cosseted Senator’s daughter, Mila was untrained and inexperienced and arrogant with a capital A. For years her father attempted to hide her to give her freedom, but how can you hide from your own insanity? Even with the magic ore called Glaith, that was supposed to absorb some of the excess of her magic, she became a split personality. Good and evil, dark and light. The tug of war between black and white became a dominant theme and a mythology all its own throughout the story.
The world-building also explored this duology: While Mila was classified “Trila-glis”, a priestess whose followers practiced peace and healing, her opposite were the Elite warriors using the Glaith as weapons of domination. And unfortunately for her, Mila met a warrior called Asher who was just as power-crazed as she, and his hunger for her erupted in her society being conquered, leaving her and some scientists in a mad chase towards the mines.
The magic was described as Ki (like Chi?), expressed as coming from the heart, or core, and Mila’s Ki was hangry. Like a vampire, she fought her urge to suck in all of others’ ki. She could not understand how Asher could control his Ki, even as she succumbed. Again, this duology of control vs. utter abandon, mankind against nature.
Why did I like it so much? Well, it felt like a science fiction novel mixed with believable magic, and an alternate world. The action and drama kept me reading well past my bedtime. Although there was no spice, Mila’s and Asher’s bond made me feel like romance was present, in its corrupted way. I was not sure who was the villain.
The characters I really liked were the “good” characters like her father, his friend Josh, Marco, and Bella. They were the real heroes here.
“each and every bud shared an enchanting mix of black and silver—the most prominent among them, a matched pair…” Honestly, this was probably one of the best stories I have read this year, and I didn’t even like the main character. As a cosseted Senator’s daughter, Mila was untrained and inexperienced and arrogant with a capital A. For years her father attempted to hide her to give her freedom, but how can you hide from your own insanity? Even with the magic ore called Glaith, that was supposed to absorb some of the excess of her magic, she became a split personality. Good and evil, dark and light. The tug of war between black and white became a dominant theme and a mythology all its own throughout the story.
The world-building also explored this duology: While Mila was classified “Trila-glis”, a priestess whose followers practiced peace and healing, her opposite were the Elite warriors using the Glaith as weapons of domination. And unfortunately for her, Mila met a warrior called Asher who was just as power-crazed as she, and his hunger for her erupted in her society being conquered, leaving her and some scientists in a mad chase towards the mines.
The magic was described as Ki (like Chi?), expressed as coming from the heart, or core, and Mila’s Ki was hangry. Like a vampire, she fought her urge to suck in all of others’ ki. She could not understand how Asher could control his Ki, even as she succumbed. Again, this duology of control vs. utter abandon, mankind against nature.
Why did I like it so much? Well, it felt like a science fiction novel mixed with believable magic, and an alternate world. The action and drama kept me reading well past my bedtime. Although there was no spice, Mila’s and Asher’s bond made me feel like romance was present, in its corrupted way. I was not sure who was the villain.
The characters I really liked were the “good” characters like her father, his friend Josh, Marco, and Bella. They were the real heroes here.
maraya21's review against another edition
3.0
“Nonsense,” he breathed, pulling me deeper into the tent. Something akin to fatherly instinct lit up my senses when he dropped the hyper-cheerful sales pitch and said, “Everything is negotiable, darling. Everything. Remember that lesson, and you’ll do well in life.”
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Here's The Tea:
I read Delirium (Atom and Evil #1) and my mind was blown into outer space! It was THAT GOOD.
Naturally I jumped on her other works i.e. this one. While I liked it, I am not waving spasmodically from outer space.
The writing remains superb, the characters are fleshed and there is no way to think that characters in this book can be remotely confused with anyone from Delirium. Which is an super skill for an author to have.
Even so, I am totally rec'ing this (+Delirium cause awesome) to any and all! Can't wait to finish this trilogy tbh
rihoward's review against another edition
4.0
3.75 stars
This is a debut book by a new author. I always know going into a book that is the first EVER that there is something special about it because it takes commitment, dedication, and vulnerability to put one's passion out in the world. This is especially true in a book such as this one where it is creating a fictional time and place amidst a paranormal backdrop. It isn't just like creating a made-up place in anywhere USA. It is for that reason, that I give this author kudos because I cannot do what she does, nor to be honest do I want to. I read books not write them.
There were some issues that I got frustrated at in this book such as why certain things had such significance or the slow build up between characters. However, nothing changes the fact that the world building was top notch. ESPECIALLY, for a first-time author/book. These are things that will get better with time. The story at times dragged on (largely due to my frustration at not getting the answers I was seeking) but I still had my piqued interest to propel me further in the story to find out what was happening. There was no way that I couldn't NOT finish. I hope that in the next book that more focus is put on character development so that I can see who they are giving me a better awareness of how they are connected.
The book ends on a cliffhanger with the next book coming in Spring of 2019. I will definitely look for it and look to see if my guess is right and this writer does indeed get better with practice and the initial nerves out of the way.
This is a debut book by a new author. I always know going into a book that is the first EVER that there is something special about it because it takes commitment, dedication, and vulnerability to put one's passion out in the world. This is especially true in a book such as this one where it is creating a fictional time and place amidst a paranormal backdrop. It isn't just like creating a made-up place in anywhere USA. It is for that reason, that I give this author kudos because I cannot do what she does, nor to be honest do I want to. I read books not write them.
There were some issues that I got frustrated at in this book such as why certain things had such significance or the slow build up between characters. However, nothing changes the fact that the world building was top notch. ESPECIALLY, for a first-time author/book. These are things that will get better with time. The story at times dragged on (largely due to my frustration at not getting the answers I was seeking) but I still had my piqued interest to propel me further in the story to find out what was happening. There was no way that I couldn't NOT finish. I hope that in the next book that more focus is put on character development so that I can see who they are giving me a better awareness of how they are connected.
The book ends on a cliffhanger with the next book coming in Spring of 2019. I will definitely look for it and look to see if my guess is right and this writer does indeed get better with practice and the initial nerves out of the way.
mom2three's review against another edition
5.0
This book was recommended to me by some of my favorite dark romance authors, so I was expecting a dark, twisted romance. That isn't exactly what I got, but I can see it happening in the future. This is the beginning of what I'm guessing is going to be an incredible series. The characters are dark and twisted, there are a lot of unknowns still, and I was surprised by many of the events in the plot. I read a lot, so surprising me isn't something all authors can do, and for a debut story to have my head continuously spinning is saying something. The writing is superb, the world building is absolutely breathtaking, and the flow of the story is fast, but it doesn't feel rushed. The story unfolds as the characters live the events, making the reader feel like they are living it more than reading it. It also adds to the surprises and kept me from guessing what was going to happen next.
I'm torn about how I feel about Asher right now, but Mila is one of those determined, slightly broken, a**-kicking females that I love so much. She is just beginning to come into her own in this one, but I can see her taking over the world in the near future. I'm sure that's not where the story is going, but she isn't a pushover by any means. There are also some support characters who I'm curious to see how much of an impact they will have on the story.
The tale is more of an urban fantasy than a romance at this point, but I am excited to see where it goes from here. I'll be looking for the next book, and counting down the days until it's released.
I'm torn about how I feel about Asher right now, but Mila is one of those determined, slightly broken, a**-kicking females that I love so much. She is just beginning to come into her own in this one, but I can see her taking over the world in the near future. I'm sure that's not where the story is going, but she isn't a pushover by any means. There are also some support characters who I'm curious to see how much of an impact they will have on the story.
The tale is more of an urban fantasy than a romance at this point, but I am excited to see where it goes from here. I'll be looking for the next book, and counting down the days until it's released.
lifeinthebooklane's review against another edition
5.0
Well, wow. I really wasn't expecting that!
A couple of dark authors I adore were raving about this book, so based on their recommendation I gladly jumped into reading this. I'll put my hands up and admit that I hadn't even really read the blurb, so I really was taking a chance on this. Thankfully it was a chance that more than paid off, even though this wasn't the dark read I'd assumed it would be. All I can say is that Ravenous Innocence had me totally and utterly captivated, leaving me in desperate need for the release of the next book. In fact it is so good I read it in one sitting!
There is a lot of world building in the first half of the book, so whilst the plot perhaps didn't make massive progress, I was so immersed into this new world that it didn't matter. This is a fantasy/alternate universe tale of betrayal and treachery, underpinned by the use of a type of life magic called 'ki'. There were hints of a possible future romance, or even dark romance given that the heroine and hero are alternate sides of two warring nations.
The book is written entirely from Mila, the heroine's, point of view. She is a complex, flawed and sometimes naive character, which fitted well with her life thus far. It took me a while to get into her as a character, but this was mainly due to learning about this new world and where Mila fitted into it. Asher is still pretty much an enigma, I love how we don't know just where he falls on the good guy/bad guy spectrum - is he a good guy in a bad situation, a bad guy trying to do some good, or just a nasty antihero? Whatever the truth is, Mila's interactions with Asher were most intriguing, and clearly there are more battles and hot times to be had with this pair.
When is book 2 out please?
A couple of dark authors I adore were raving about this book, so based on their recommendation I gladly jumped into reading this. I'll put my hands up and admit that I hadn't even really read the blurb, so I really was taking a chance on this. Thankfully it was a chance that more than paid off, even though this wasn't the dark read I'd assumed it would be. All I can say is that Ravenous Innocence had me totally and utterly captivated, leaving me in desperate need for the release of the next book. In fact it is so good I read it in one sitting!
There is a lot of world building in the first half of the book, so whilst the plot perhaps didn't make massive progress, I was so immersed into this new world that it didn't matter. This is a fantasy/alternate universe tale of betrayal and treachery, underpinned by the use of a type of life magic called 'ki'. There were hints of a possible future romance, or even dark romance given that the heroine and hero are alternate sides of two warring nations.
The book is written entirely from Mila, the heroine's, point of view. She is a complex, flawed and sometimes naive character, which fitted well with her life thus far. It took me a while to get into her as a character, but this was mainly due to learning about this new world and where Mila fitted into it. Asher is still pretty much an enigma, I love how we don't know just where he falls on the good guy/bad guy spectrum - is he a good guy in a bad situation, a bad guy trying to do some good, or just a nasty antihero? Whatever the truth is, Mila's interactions with Asher were most intriguing, and clearly there are more battles and hot times to be had with this pair.
When is book 2 out please?
ladybouse's review against another edition
2.0
Not sure where the rave reviews are coming from here...
I have been eagarly waiting for this ever since I found out it got pulled down from it's original site for the author to tweek and publish it. This first installment just fell short for me. Since I read the original content I know how good this story can be. I sincerely look forward to the completed story and hope it lives up to the story I remember.
I have been eagarly waiting for this ever since I found out it got pulled down from it's original site for the author to tweek and publish it. This first installment just fell short for me. Since I read the original content I know how good this story can be. I sincerely look forward to the completed story and hope it lives up to the story I remember.
halffast's review against another edition
4.0
An enemy war commander discovers a woman is hiding powerful and coveted magic abilities similar to his own. She narrowly escapes him during a surprise invasion, but they are linked through a magical bond and he will stop at nothing to find her and claim her power as his own.
Really interesting setup for a longer story arc. I liked the portrayal of Mila having powers that threaten to overwhelm her and her continuous struggle to keep her darker instincts in check. She is uniquely overconfident in her abilities, yet naive about how much damage she could actually cause if she lost control. Her scenes with Asher are intense but brief (by the end of the book, he still doesn't even know her name). I love the dichotomy of Mila being drawn toward him because he's her equal, yet she is staunchly opposed to letting herself be captured as his slave. There are hints that Asher might not be as much of a villain as he appears, so I'm interested to see how their relationship progresses in the next book.
It took me awhile to catch on to the world building, and I still don't think I've grasped all the details. I don't mind that the descriptions of Mila's ki (magic) are abstract and you have to use your imagination to fill in some gaps (in fact some of that writing is my favorite part of the book). What was harder to follow was the political situation between the two factions, and why one group had a variant of the other's magic. It's also a bit slow paced so make sure you at least hit page 100 where the fun really starts.
Really interesting setup for a longer story arc. I liked the portrayal of Mila having powers that threaten to overwhelm her and her continuous struggle to keep her darker instincts in check. She is uniquely overconfident in her abilities, yet naive about how much damage she could actually cause if she lost control. Her scenes with Asher are intense but brief (by the end of the book, he still doesn't even know her name). I love the dichotomy of Mila being drawn toward him because he's her equal, yet she is staunchly opposed to letting herself be captured as his slave. There are hints that Asher might not be as much of a villain as he appears, so I'm interested to see how their relationship progresses in the next book.
It took me awhile to catch on to the world building, and I still don't think I've grasped all the details. I don't mind that the descriptions of Mila's ki (magic) are abstract and you have to use your imagination to fill in some gaps (in fact some of that writing is my favorite part of the book). What was harder to follow was the political situation between the two factions, and why one group had a variant of the other's magic. It's also a bit slow paced so make sure you at least hit page 100 where the fun really starts.
triciacoker's review against another edition
5.0
I have been waiting for this debut novel from Myra Danvers for a long time and I as not disappointed. Mila is an intriguing character, and the world Myra is building captured my attention right away. I felt dropped right into the thick of the action, and it as a wild road as I learned things right alongside Mila, as one day significantly alters her entire life. I actually enjoy the time taken to world build, setting the story tensions and landscape quite a bit ahead of romantic entanglements. The slow build and burgeoning connection between Mila and Asher is engrossing. I'm looking forward to the next book!
kudo5795's review against another edition
5.0
This is one of those books that you end up scared that the anticipation will build up so high that the book could never live up to the pre-publish hype. But it DOES! One of the best stories I've ever read. The characters, the story, the details, all of it combines into a moving painting in my mind that I can see like I am really there in the story the author is telling! I cannot wait to read more.
beckiebookworm1974's review against another edition
4.0
So new author for me and I believe this is a debut book and for that reason alone this was a pretty impressive endeavour.
An unusual and intriguing read that captured my imagination with its uniqueness.
The language used here had an almost lyrical brilliance to it: weaving an almost mythical web at times with such vivid intensity.
The fantasy setting we are introduced to here, in my opinion, had a very Roman flavour to it and I felt this was heavily influenced by that particular era: very much a plus in my book as I adore that time and culture greatly.
So Ravenous Innocence itself was completely different to what I was actually expecting: this isn't a criticism just an observation.
I was initially expecting more of a romantic vibe and felt this actually delivered more on the fantasy front instead.
This was of novella length and as of yet, there is not really any deep romance beyond the superficial between Mila and Captain Rawlings (Asher): this will hopefully develop and evolve more as this story begins to unfold.
Told completely from Mila's POV this went through a kaleidoscope of intense emotions.
Running the gauntlet from one to a hundred and though this originally started out quite slow it swiftly escalated to full throttle.
So I did initially find this a tad confusing as we are thrust into this fantasy setting with almost no real explanation and it really was a sink or swim moment.
Once I caught on and found my flow within the narrative I did become much more invested overall.
I also didn't think I really got to know Asher or Mila as much as I would have liked to: maybe because we are only at the beginning of that journey and still have a way to go yet.
Once I got to grips with the style of narration used here this was such an unexpected adventure.
A great start to this series.
I voluntary reviewed an Arc of Ravenous Innocence (The Last Tritan #1).
All opinions expressed are entirely my own.
Reviewed By Beckie Bookworm
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