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The Sundered Realms by Casey Blair

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verumsolum's review against another edition

5.0

Wow! Just wow… There were some things in the blurb that made me a little wary: types of characters that I tend not to enjoy reading about, for example. But… I had recently read another trilogy from this author and, while this wasn't set in the same world, I wasn't ready to leave the author's brain. This certainly isn't the same as the Tea Princess Chronicles, but it is every bit as good as that trilogy, both in terms of its central relationship and in its creative magic. I only wish the second book were available… but good things come to readers who wait…

sherwoodreads's review

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This is a quick, fun read for readers who like romantasy. The world building is fun, and I absolutely loved the fact that the magic could be done by writing math as spells. (Or, that's how I envisioned it, anyway). Two very bright research nerds find one another and negotiate their relationship while battling demons and some determined wizards, in an intriguing world setup.

lindsayleigh91's review

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3.75

I really liked this. The magic system is very unique and the romance is cute. Both MCs are extremely intelligent and it was a refreshing change of pace. Looking forward to the next in the series.

soryualan's review

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The magic system is very original and the the setting for the story is fantastic, but there is so much exposition and so much unnecessary dialogue.

The main character seems interesting but I didn't understand her behavior until like 30% which makes the story confusing. Her male counterpart is very flat and boring.

I can already guess where the story is going and honestly I'm not interested.

escapethroughabookali's review

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adventurous hopeful fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

This is a different type of romantasy than I’m use to. I would say it should be marketed more fantasy than romance. While there is romance, I do feel that the plot takes center stage. The romance is just an extra tidbit, that does become more serious as the book progresses. Even with the progression in the romance, it isn’t the typical romantasy most readers will be expecting. Which is why I suggest stressing the fantasy side over the romance. This is not a bad thing! I just feel the reviews will reflect the creativity, and originality the author put into the story more going in knowing it’s not your every day romantasy. It is a good book, the story is very cool, and the complex world building is a delight.

This is a fun fantasy romance. The romance in this book is more slower building, reserved, and hesitant to begin with. While the book is fairly clean for the most part please be aware it is an adult fantasy romance, and will contain adult themes, situations, intimacy, suggestions, and language. The book moves at a steady pace following Liris as she leaves what she’s known her entire life behind to stop what she believes is wrong. She meets Vhannor along the way where work together to stop a great evil. Liris has a strong sense of right, and wrong. She is hard working, and a quick learner. Vhannor has some past experiences that influence his current decisions, he overall just wants the best for those he protects. The world is high fantasy with realms, portals, demons, magic, multiple languages, and so much more. It is the perfect read for any high fantasy lovers.