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readingwithcake's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book! Smashed through it. I did find some of the writing a bit too simplistic in some parts but it didn’t take away from my overall enjoyment. There were quite a few plot twists I didn’t see coming, so I’m excited to see what happened in book two!
witchylevy's review against another edition
3.0
The manipulation got to me to be honest so I couldn't continue reading this. I like antiheroes and this was just villains. That might be something you enjoy tho so give it a chance. A well written world, but the slavery was frustrating.
karireyn's review
4.0
Quick fun read. It's easy to get hooked and I read it quickly. Excited for book 2
chelseanaylor's review against another edition
1.0
Dnf at 55%. The plot was slow moving and the internal narration of the protagonist was insufferable. Everything was explained to death, which took away the joy of uncovering a world while reading. The other characters were very much stereotypically depicted and not compelling. I found myself skip reading waiting for it to get good, but it never did.
jaysereads's review against another edition
5.0
The traitor spy: a review
Wow. Okay, with this book, the traitor spy, Marion Blackwood has cemented herself as one of my favourite authors.
This book, the first in her latest series, is freaking fantastic. It literally ticks every box for me. Kick ass assassin, royalty, intrigue, mystery, adventure…this book literally has it all.
I fell head over heals in love with the main character, Kenna is one of my favourites ever. She is strong, she’s an assassin. She has a magic ability, which I’ll leave for you to discover.
Honestly, if you’re looking for a new series to follow, make it this one.
Support an indie author and get behind her.
Wow. Okay, with this book, the traitor spy, Marion Blackwood has cemented herself as one of my favourite authors.
This book, the first in her latest series, is freaking fantastic. It literally ticks every box for me. Kick ass assassin, royalty, intrigue, mystery, adventure…this book literally has it all.
I fell head over heals in love with the main character, Kenna is one of my favourites ever. She is strong, she’s an assassin. She has a magic ability, which I’ll leave for you to discover.
Honestly, if you’re looking for a new series to follow, make it this one.
Support an indie author and get behind her.
jessicaaa__reads's review against another edition
5.0
Kenna, half-elf, half-human, works as a spy for the Elven Court of Stone. In fact, she is one of the most skilled, with the power to walk through walls. Although she is treated well at her home, Kenna strives to be in control of her own life. With that being said, she often sneaks out of the house and blackmails individuals for ransom.
The Court of Stone learns that a very dangerous weapon that could potentially lead to war amongst the courts has fallen into the hands of someone from one of the other courts. The prince sends spies, including Kenna, out to find the weapon before something terrible happens.
Whilst this is occurring, Kenna still ventures into peoples homes and blackmails. Enter Mordren Darkbringer, the beautiful but dangerous, Prince of the Court of Shadows. In exchange for keeping information about Kenna’s illegal activities a secret, Mordren blackmails Kenna into going against her court and spying for him.
The Traitor Spy, in my opinion, was such a fun read. There were so many plot twists and betrayals that made this an extremely enjoyable and entertaining read. I found myself getting lost in the world and falling in love with the characters. I genuinely could not put this book down! I am so excited to start the second book!
The Court of Stone learns that a very dangerous weapon that could potentially lead to war amongst the courts has fallen into the hands of someone from one of the other courts. The prince sends spies, including Kenna, out to find the weapon before something terrible happens.
Whilst this is occurring, Kenna still ventures into peoples homes and blackmails. Enter Mordren Darkbringer, the beautiful but dangerous, Prince of the Court of Shadows. In exchange for keeping information about Kenna’s illegal activities a secret, Mordren blackmails Kenna into going against her court and spying for him.
The Traitor Spy, in my opinion, was such a fun read. There were so many plot twists and betrayals that made this an extremely enjoyable and entertaining read. I found myself getting lost in the world and falling in love with the characters. I genuinely could not put this book down! I am so excited to start the second book!
seasonforreading's review against another edition
5.0
The Traitor Spy is the first in Marion Blackwood's new series, Court of Elves. The Traitor Spy has incredible world building, captivating characters and a thrilling storyline. I finished this book in a day, I didn't want to put it down.
Marion Blackwood's writing is exceptional, and the story roped me in and kept me hooked right from the start. Our main character, Kenna, is a total badass with the ability to walk through walls. She is also ambitious and determined, frequently having to reign in the bossy and dominant side of her in order to be respectful towards the Elf Princes.
The story was amazing, I love Kenna's tenacity. I laughed out loud in several spots, and I felt for Kenna in others. I didn't see the twist coming, perhaps I am completely ignorant and just enjoy rooting for love, but I enjoyed the surprise. The Prince of Shadows is easily one of my favourite characters, because honestly how could he not be! He is powerful and infuriating, and I cannot wait to read the next books in this series to see how his relationship with Kenna pans out.
There actually wasn't anything I disliked about this book. Here are some of my favourite things about it:
- Prince of Shadows, obviously
- That coffee shop scene!!
- The writing is captivating and descriptive
- The introduction of characters was flawless, making it easy to keep track of the different players in the game
- The Elf abilities are so varied (worldwalking, walking through walls, inflicting pain without touch, mindreading...!)
- MC is resourceful, compassionate and very intelligent
- The complexity of the scheming and the intricacies of the plans are mind blowing
If you're on the fence about reading this, please get right off it! The Traitor Spy is a fantastic read, and I highly recommend it. It will be available on August 30th! If you're a fan of Marion Blackwood's Oncoming Storm series (or even if you haven't read it at all), you will love this book. Honestly if you're a fan of any fantasy at all, definitely pick this book up!
Thank you to Marion Blackwood for providing me a copy of this book to review in exchange for an honest review.
Marion Blackwood's writing is exceptional, and the story roped me in and kept me hooked right from the start. Our main character, Kenna, is a total badass with the ability to walk through walls. She is also ambitious and determined, frequently having to reign in the bossy and dominant side of her in order to be respectful towards the Elf Princes.
The story was amazing, I love Kenna's tenacity. I laughed out loud in several spots, and I felt for Kenna in others. I didn't see the twist coming, perhaps I am completely ignorant and just enjoy rooting for love, but I enjoyed the surprise. The Prince of Shadows is easily one of my favourite characters, because honestly how could he not be! He is powerful and infuriating, and I cannot wait to read the next books in this series to see how his relationship with Kenna pans out.
There actually wasn't anything I disliked about this book. Here are some of my favourite things about it:
- Prince of Shadows, obviously
- That coffee shop scene!!
- The writing is captivating and descriptive
- The introduction of characters was flawless, making it easy to keep track of the different players in the game
- The Elf abilities are so varied (worldwalking, walking through walls, inflicting pain without touch, mindreading...!)
- MC is resourceful, compassionate and very intelligent
- The complexity of the scheming and the intricacies of the plans are mind blowing
If you're on the fence about reading this, please get right off it! The Traitor Spy is a fantastic read, and I highly recommend it. It will be available on August 30th! If you're a fan of Marion Blackwood's Oncoming Storm series (or even if you haven't read it at all), you will love this book. Honestly if you're a fan of any fantasy at all, definitely pick this book up!
Thank you to Marion Blackwood for providing me a copy of this book to review in exchange for an honest review.
cancourtneyread's review against another edition
3.0
I came for the sex…there wasn’t any.
Really good aside from the lack of fornication but it was just not what I was hoping for.
Really good aside from the lack of fornication but it was just not what I was hoping for.
originalbooknerd's review against another edition
5.0
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emmaeden93's review against another edition
4.0
So I’m reading this series as I’ll be reading the fourth book of the series as an ARC reviewer.
I was pleasantly surprised, I haven’t read any of Marion’s other books so this one was a first for me.
There is a lot of creativity in the powers that the characters have, and the world is very well built. It’s always nice to see something different to the normal.
I love Kenna as a female lead, and I am super excited to continue her story with her and see where she ends up. And Mordren! If he doesn’t end up as at least a love interest, I will be very disappointed. I do like a bad guy
I was pleasantly surprised, I haven’t read any of Marion’s other books so this one was a first for me.
There is a lot of creativity in the powers that the characters have, and the world is very well built. It’s always nice to see something different to the normal.
I love Kenna as a female lead, and I am super excited to continue her story with her and see where she ends up. And Mordren! If he doesn’t end up as at least a love interest, I will be very disappointed. I do like a bad guy