Author: Morgan L. Busse
Series: Ravenwood Saga #2
Age: Young Adult, New Adult
Genres: Christian Fantasy, Christian Fiction, Fantasy
Publication Date: April 30, 2019
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Source: Paperback
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Synopsis:
Selene Ravenwood, once the heir to House Ravenwood, is now an exile. On the run and free of her family’s destiny, Selene hopes to find the real reason her family was given the gift of dreamwalking. But first she must adapt to her new life as wife to Lord Damien Maris, the man she was originally assigned to kill.
While adjusting to her marriage and her home in the north, her power over dreams begins to grow. As the strongest dreamwalker to exist in ages, her expanding power attracts not only nightmares but the attention of the Dark Lady herself.
With a war looming on the horizon and a wicked being after her gift, Selene is faced with a choice: embrace the Dark Lady’s offer, or search out the one who gave her the gift of dreamwalking. One path offers power, the other offers freedom. But time is running out, and soon her choice will be made for her.
I am such a fan of Mark of the Raven (the first book) that I knew I just NEEDED the sequel immediately after that insane and beautiful ending. The sequel picks up right where the first book ends. Morgan is such a phenomenal writer. She pulls me into the story and I feel like I'm in the setting with the characters as they interact. The first 10 chapters bored me because it was a lot of inner thought and descriptions, however once I got past chapter 10 I was HOOKED!
Selene is now Grand Lady Maris. She is traveling home Grand Lord Damien to Nor Esen. These two deal with many internal conflicts and struggle with building a life together.
Selene is still battling with herself, even more so now because she's trying to understand the dreamwalker gift. She is attracted to the Light, but is so used to being pulled by the Dark Lady. In this book she learns much about the Light and begins to seek after him for herself. Selene overcame a lot in the first book and continues to show her strength in the sequel. She never has a easy decision, but she always pushes forward when she wants to really give up. She has heart! I love her and finding out how powerful she was blew my mind!!! I was so happy for her. I can't wait to see how things progress for her as Grand Lady.
Grand Lord Damien is the most amazing man ever! He has his doubts at first, but knowing the Light he continues to be a man of many great things. I love his heart for all people. I love how he helps and honors people. Damien has many things he had to deal with as well, but he overcame them. I love his words of wisdom as well.
The romance was P E R F E C T. My entire book has mainly pink tabs because the romance was just superb. It was a slow burn and when they finally kissed I squealed! They actually loved one another despite how they married. I loved seeing them become true husband and wife and help one another. Learning together, growing together and eventually ruling together. They are just an awesome team.
Lady Ragna is still a twisted woman. I hated her since book one, however, the final chapter I was able to somewhat understand her heart. She's a broken woman that allowed rules, tradition and her gift control her life and make her miserable. She needs help. Unfortunately, I'm still wishing for her demise cause she so damn evil OR I'd like to see the Light change her. Either way is find by me.
The Dark Lady is crazy! All that stalking -- LOL -- she's crazy. She was determined to find and use Selene. She's a crazy one. I can't wait to see how she comes into play in the next book.
Amara is such a broken girl seeking her mother's love. I feel bad for her, but also can't stand how she treats and thinks of Selene. I wish she had more time to work things out. I almost cried when her fall came, but I was glad she was able to understand the Light before it all ended.
As great as this book was I have HIGH hopes for the third book. I am gushing over this saga and cannot wait for the release next year. I am loving everything that Damien and Selene stand for.
The faith aspects in this book are just as amazing. I was pulled into every bit of wisdom Damien was giving and how it could be related back to scripture. This Christian fantasy is one that I highly recommend! There's magic, romance, relatable family problems and humor thrown in -- all while still giving some amazing encouraging words about God.
Highly recommend!!!
About the Author
Morgan L. Busse is a writer by day and a mother by night. She is the author of the Follower of the Word series and the steampunk series The Soul Chronicles. She is a Christy and INSPY Award finalist and won the Carol Award in 2018 for best in Christian speculative fiction. During her spare time she enjoys playing games, taking long walks, and dreaming about her next novel.
Giveaway
- 1 winner will receive print copies of Mark of the Raven, Flight of the Raven, and a $20 Amazon gift card
- 2 winner winners will receive print copies of Mark of the Raven and Flight of the Raven
- US only
- Ends June 7, 2019
This blog tour is hosted by Prism Book Tours. I want to thank them and Bethany House for allowing me to be apart of this tour!
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