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millah's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
This was just my thing; a historical fantasy romance with LGBTQIA+ themes. The first 2-3 chapters were a new version of the events in the prequel short story, The Gate. After that, I loved reading more about Matty and Rob and the mystery they had stumbled into. Their love story was slow-paced, and the magical mystery was intriguing. I loved that I had no idea what would happen next. The historical setting of England in the 1920s felt real and well-written. I was delighted by everything having the vibe of a paranormal detective story. The audiobook narration was great.
elementarymydear's review
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
While not necessarily being the strongest book in the Border Magic series, this was still an enjoyable read with excellent narration once again from Callum Hale.
My first introduction to the Border Magic universe was actually The Quid Pro Quo, and it was great to return to the rural setting for Inheritance of Shadows. Rob and Matty had a really great romantic arc, and it was nice to be reintroduced to some of the other characters from the wider universe.
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We did get to meet some new characters from the Outlands and explore that world a bit more. They were introduced quite late into the story though, and it did interrupt the flow slightly introducing new characters and themes at that point in the story.
Overall this was an enjoyable listen and a nice addition to the main ‘Lost in Time’ series.
I received a free copy for review. All opinions are my own.
My first introduction to the Border Magic universe was actually The Quid Pro Quo, and it was great to return to the rural setting for Inheritance of Shadows. Rob and Matty had a really great romantic arc, and it was nice to be reintroduced to some of the other characters from the wider universe.
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We did get to meet some new characters from the Outlands and explore that world a bit more. They were introduced quite late into the story though, and it did interrupt the flow slightly introducing new characters and themes at that point in the story.
Overall this was an enjoyable listen and a nice addition to the main ‘Lost in Time’ series.
I received a free copy for review. All opinions are my own.
jupiter2932's review
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was lovely.
Following Matt and Rob's relationship was like getting a long, warm hug. The whole plot with the magic and Lin was fun and got me intrigued to read the rest of the series, and the historical setting was really well done, but mostly I just really enjoyed seeing the main couple here. Absolutely going to read the rest of this series soon.
Following Matt and Rob's relationship was like getting a long, warm hug. The whole plot with the magic and Lin was fun and got me intrigued to read the rest of the series, and the historical setting was really well done, but mostly I just really enjoyed seeing the main couple here. Absolutely going to read the rest of this series soon.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
casmonido's review
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
ally_lester's review
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The first chapter of Inheritance of Shadows is a tidied up version of The Gate, the free 7.5k short story that was the start of the whole universe. The rest of the 28k words continues Matty and Rob's story in rural England just after the First World War.
It was written as a serial for newsletter subscribers over a twelve month period and although it was an interesting experiment I don't think it's one I'll repeat. It felt a bit like writing to undergraduate deadlines and I have decided I'm too old for an essay crisis every month!
There is a deleted scene called Rob's War which is available to subscribers of my newsletter.
The first chapter of Inheritance of Shadows is a tidied up version of The Gate, the free 7.5k short story that was the start of the whole universe. The rest of the 28k words continues Matty and Rob's story in rural England just after the First World War.
It was written as a serial for newsletter subscribers over a twelve month period and although it was an interesting experiment I don't think it's one I'll repeat. It felt a bit like writing to undergraduate deadlines and I have decided I'm too old for an essay crisis every month!
There is a deleted scene called Rob's War which is available to subscribers of my newsletter.
otterpebbles's review
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
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