I found a new series to read on BragMedallion.com. I picked up Lady Apprentice (The Serving Magic #1) by Toni Cabell and dove right in. Read on for my thoughts on this multi-award-winning novel!
Synopsis (from the author):
Linden is the worst mage apprentice at her school. Her latest disaster: accidentally destroying her classroom when a small hooded fay pops up inside the fireball she’s just conjured.
Linden is sent to the headmaster’s office to be formally expelled, when she is saved by the bell—quite literally. Someone is frantically ringing the bell inside the watchtower overlooking the western frontier. Raiders are coming, in broad daylight, wearing the uniforms of the enemy army.
In the days following the raid, rumors begin to fly about the invading commander, with dark powers and an even darker mission. And for some reason Linden has yet to fathom, he’s taken a personal interest in her and her unruly magic.
What I liked about Lady Apprentice:
I enjoyed the array of characters, with Linden as the focal point. Much like real life, the book gave us love, romance, petty jealousy, friendship, loss, sacrifice, and so much more. I liked the world in which the story was set and the steampunk elements added to the backdrop. Good writing and plenty of action kept me turning the pages. Overall, a fun and entertaining book!
What I didn’t like about Lady Apprentice:
The only thing I disliked about the book was that I had difficulty liking Linden. Her immaturity and reckless approach distracted me from the story.
Overall impression of Lady Apprentice:
I liked Lady Apprentice (The Serving Magic # 1) by Toni Cabell. Good characters, lots of action, a little romance, and nice world-building made the story move along. Though I struggled to like Linden, the rest of the characters helped balance the book. If you like fantasy, read this one!
My rating:
4.5 Stars (rounded to 5 stars)
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