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New Goodreads review The Star Of Jolanest
M.t. rated it 5 of 5 stars A fun read from the first page to the last! Ellen has a whimsical quality in her writing, there's danger afoot, but not so much that things cant be fun. I truly enjoyed Jarby and Pokes world, full of magic and somewhat lusty wenches, and a bad guy who you cant help but pity. I truly enjoyed reading this book, a wonderful escape from the realities of real life living. I highly recommend that you go out and buy a copy of this book asap- a future collectors item for sure. Giveaway Contest on Goodreads Feb. 18-March 4 The Star of Jolanest: Tales from Tamara https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/81655-the-star-of-jolanest-tales-from-tamara http://www.amazon.com/The-Star-Of-Jolanest-Tamara/dp/1492795577/ref=tmm_pap_title_0ost Helpful Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars A Fast-Paced Adventure Full of Mischief, Magic, and Mayhem January 6, 2014 By The Kindle Book Review Format:Kindle Edition Jarby is very comfortable being the son of a simple innkeeper, and Poke is equally content serving as the inn’s stableboy. Both are descended from mighty kings and wizards, but neither are interested in fulfilling any higher destiny, or exploring their innate abilities. All that changes when a wayward wizard tells them of a great treasure hidden by Poke’s ancestor. Jarby needs the money to marry his beloved, and Poke is intrigued by the possibility of learning more about his magic-wielding forebear. So, despite the inherent dangers and the hidden threat of a shadowy evil ruler, the two youngsters set off on a flying steed provided them by the odd wizard, and into the most insane adventure of their young lives. From the first pages, the story is fast-paced and intriguing. The author does well at grabbing the reader’s interest by dropping hints of deeper stories and meanings behind everything. What is so special about Jarby and Poke? Who is the shadowy villain dogging their steps? The pages of the novel give the reader hints and clues about these things, but never fully explain them. This works well to draw readers in, but I hope the author will write more books in this series so these topics can be explored more fully. Otherwise, the novel is a wonderful romp full of fantastical creatures, almost impossible situations, and a sprinkling of dry wit over a mound of slap-stick comedy. At times it actually moves a bit too fast, running lightly over descriptions of places and characters, leaving their images tantalizingly vague. That being said, the story and characters were interesting enough to keep my attention from the first page to the last. All in all, a very solid novel. |