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The Elements of the Crown
by Kay L. Moody
I received an eARC of this book via the author. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of this review.
The Elements of the Crown by Kay L. Moody is the first four novellas in . Each novella is roughly 15 chapters and tells its own story within the series arc. If you enjoy serial series, I think you will enjoy this YA fantasy. Following the life of Talise as she strives to become a Master Shaper, The Elements of the Crown is a breathtaking adventure.
Talise is an interesting character. I had a hard time liking her at first. She is determined to become a Master Shaper, and the book begins as her time at the Elite Academy ends and the trials for Master Shaper begin. This is her escape from the outer ring of the kingdom. While her determination is admiring, her willingness to sacrifice others for it isn’t. She’s highly competitive and when someone transfers into the academy at the end, well she doesn’t welcome them kindly.
Aaden is the only person that could beat Talise in her quest to become Master Shaper. He is as adept as she is at shaping all the elements, and his control is the only one to match hers. Yet he pushes all attempts of friendship away. This creates an atmosphere between him and the other shapers. No one trusts him, and everyone questions his reason for being there. I felt bad for him, especially as things about his past are revealed.
The plot of this series is fantastic! I was surprised at every turn of the page. I wound up loving Talise, even when I wanted to smack her. Aaden is the same. I love him. The relationship that builds between Aaden and Talise is tenuous at best, though I’d wager he was more willing to have a friendship than her. She doesn’t trust him, and throughout the book he is earning her trust. The world-building is amazing. I really enjoyed learning about the different elements, the Master Shapers, and the empire.
Overall The Elements of the Crown is a great way to start the series. It follows Talise and Aaden as they journey through their trials as Master Shapers and introduces a rebellion brewing in the empire. The emperor’s role in the story is just as important as any soldier introduced. Don’t count anyone out! I can’t wait to continue reading more of Talise’s adventures.
This review first appeared on Mom with a Reading Problem. To see it and other reviews, follow the link.
The Elements of the Crown by Kay L. Moody is the first four novellas in . Each novella is roughly 15 chapters and tells its own story within the series arc. If you enjoy serial series, I think you will enjoy this YA fantasy. Following the life of Talise as she strives to become a Master Shaper, The Elements of the Crown is a breathtaking adventure.
Talise is an interesting character. I had a hard time liking her at first. She is determined to become a Master Shaper, and the book begins as her time at the Elite Academy ends and the trials for Master Shaper begin. This is her escape from the outer ring of the kingdom. While her determination is admiring, her willingness to sacrifice others for it isn’t. She’s highly competitive and when someone transfers into the academy at the end, well she doesn’t welcome them kindly.
Aaden is the only person that could beat Talise in her quest to become Master Shaper. He is as adept as she is at shaping all the elements, and his control is the only one to match hers. Yet he pushes all attempts of friendship away. This creates an atmosphere between him and the other shapers. No one trusts him, and everyone questions his reason for being there. I felt bad for him, especially as things about his past are revealed.
The plot of this series is fantastic! I was surprised at every turn of the page. I wound up loving Talise, even when I wanted to smack her. Aaden is the same. I love him. The relationship that builds between Aaden and Talise is tenuous at best, though I’d wager he was more willing to have a friendship than her. She doesn’t trust him, and throughout the book he is earning her trust. The world-building is amazing. I really enjoyed learning about the different elements, the Master Shapers, and the empire.
Overall The Elements of the Crown is a great way to start the series. It follows Talise and Aaden as they journey through their trials as Master Shapers and introduces a rebellion brewing in the empire. The emperor’s role in the story is just as important as any soldier introduced. Don’t count anyone out! I can’t wait to continue reading more of Talise’s adventures.
This review first appeared on Mom with a Reading Problem. To see it and other reviews, follow the link.