Author: Janalyn Voigt
Series: Tales of Faeraven #1
Age: Young Adult; Adult
Genres: Christian Fantasy
Publication Date: June 29, 2012
Publisher: Harbourlight Books
Source: Paperback
Purchase: Paperback | Kindle | Christian Book | B&N
Synopsis:
The High Queen is dying...
At the royal summons, Shae mounts a wingabeast and soars through the air to the high hold of Faeraven, where all is not as it seems. Visions warn her of danger, and a dark soul touches hers in the night. When she encounters an attractive but disturbing musician, her wayward heart awakens.
But then there is Kai, a guardian of Faeraven and of Shae. Secrets bind him to her, and her safety lies at the center of every decision he makes.
On a desperate journey fraught with peril and the unknown, they battle warlike garns, waevens, ferocious raptors, and the wraiths of their own regrets. Yet, they must endure the campaign long enough to release the DawnKing and the salvation he offers into a divided land. To prevail, each must learn that sometimes victory comes only through surrender.
This was a beautifully written Christian fantasy. I enjoyed the bits of scripture thrown into the story, it really made them come alive in a more action-packed way. The writing was interesting and the characters kept me hooked. I also enjoyed the world and different places in the world.
Shae is a beautiful girl that has a deep connection with Lof Yeul. She has visions from him. She hears from him. She feels a great burden for her people. I loved Shae as she taught me how to trust in God and how to be consistently in a place of being able to hear from Him. Shae was bold, she was snarky, she was strong and didn't mind being vulnerable every now and then. She was a powerful girl, but she didn't allow things to stop her from her purpose in fulfilling the prophecy. She gave completely of herself for her people.
Kai was such an amazing young man. He handled himself in battle, he kept his emotions in check (most of the time). Kai was the type of man that pushed a woman to fulfill her purpose. He was humble, kind, loving and just an amazing friend to many around him. He didn't play games, stood up for what's right and kept pushing for the greater good. I loved his character and can't wait to see how he progresses with all that happened at the end.
The romance was adorable to me. Shae and Kai had to overcome a lot with their love for each other. They had to fight for their love on many levels and even in doing so things didn't pan out as they hoped. I still have hope for them, if she comes back in the sequel.
Freaer was a twisted man. He seemed like a nice guy up until Maeven asked Shae to sing her death song. He pissed me off. He was evil to the core. He played the role well. Knew how to use others for his own means. He reminded me of the way the devil sneaks in, entices us with "beautiful" things and uses people for his own enjoyment.
Elcon, the "prince" was pretty awesome. I would love to see more of his character grow in the sequel. He seems like a quiet guy, but the type you don't cross because he might be a tad bit crazy. I'm interested in seeing how he rules.
The DawnKing, Emmerich, reminds me of Jesus in that he was sent by Lof Yuel to protect the people of the land. He even did things such as raise the dead and quoted some scriptures to Kai.
Lof Yuel aka the Light was an awesome concept for God. I enjoyed the whispers that came from him as it reminded of how God doesn't always speak loudly, but rather He uses the still small voices.
That ending K I L L E D me! I just can't deal. Shae is a woman of strength and Kai is a man of valor because I would not! I died with that ending.
Such a fantastic read and can't wait to read that sequel!
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Blessings,
Thanks for participating in the DawnSinger book tour, Nay Denise. I appreciate your thoughts on the story. You are not alone in having a strong reaction to the ending. Fortunately, you don't have to wait to find out what happens next. Wayfarer is already out, and the next two books, Sojourner and DawnKing, release in October and January. :)
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