Review of The Elf Legacy - Book Five of the Magi Charter
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Review of The Elf Legacy - Book Five of the Magi Charter
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Elf Legacy - Book Five of the Magi Charter" by Jordan David.]
In The Elf Legacy – Book Five of the Magi Charter, Jordan brings us the story of the North Pole’s development through a handful of centuries leading to the early 1800s. Christmas was not always magic and lights. Jordan’s book tells us the history of how the Christmas we know, along with its traditions have come about.
We all know the story of how the elves made presents all year long, only for Santa to deliver them on Christmas Eve. This book takes you through how the elves work, and how each era of new cultures and time brings new and improved ideas to the North Pole.
Jordan’s retelling of the history of Christmas shows us that not all fairy-tales are full of magic and wonder. The elves long lives lead them to not accepting change. With a whole world that is constantly changing, it is hard to keep to this idealistic dream. While some elves believe that their time should focus solely on their Mission, new elves want to add games and lights on the Tree to liven up the North Pole, allowing the elves to relax. Include their variety of cultures, beliefs, and desire to know about news of the world outside, infights are becoming a common occurrence.
As the Santas come and go, the complex changes for the better as each new turn brings change and another successful Christmas. Unfortunately change for the better is not always entirely positive. Sicknesses infect the elves and reindeer, troubling the Santas and elves. The elves have also taken to changing their names to sound more Christmas related which adds to the confusion.
The elves are humans that leave their lives behind, sign the Charter and dedicate their existence towards a sole Mission. Once the elves have worked a certain number of centuries, they are able to go back to their old homes to see what has become of their people and live out the rest of their natural lives. Their problems arise when a handful of elves are corrupted by the desire for more power and selfish goals, believing that they can take it with them when they leave. While new and old elves seek a higher calling, they build a series of dark networks for riches and ambitions, both in the complex and out. Now, the very Mission the elves strive for is being threatened by the elves themselves.
The author invested quite a substantial amount of effort towards the development and realism of the characters in terms of their personalities, relationships and how they grow throughout the novel. The author tends to tell the story of the book through multiple character perspectives which gives us the ability to view the plotline through eyes such as the healer, the Rune Master, and the Elf Council. All whose jobs and criteria beautifully contrast one another, providing us with rich experiences that is both entertaining and diverse.
The antagonist or the build-up of it is entirely glossed over, with bare hints towards her antics outside the complex during the centuries. The most we hear of the character’s progression towards her downfall is the gradual decline of humanity and the transition to a god complex when interacting with her fellow apprentice. This is disappointing as it feels as though she was not used to her full potential. Not that the plotline wasn’t captivating, but as the story was told from the perspective of various characters, a chapter or two taken from the perspective of the villain would have added much more depth and some sizzle. Especially considering her Rune talent and natural genius.
All in all, I would have to rate this novel a 2 out of 4 stars due to the numerous spelling and grammar errors throughout the book. For example, “Nothing doing, each was locked tight.” Stumbling over such errors made the flow of reading The Elf Legacy – Book Five of the Magi Charter difficult.
The story was also missing something, whether it lay in the open end of why the polar bears offered their assistance or what Mother Elf has in stock for Emiko and the elves, I find myself lacking interest in learning more about their adventure moving forward.
Those sci-fi enthusiasts who love a good match between scientific magic, mystery, humour, and a dash of classic politics will enjoy this read. It can be read as a standalone and recommended preferably for young adults and over.
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The Elf Legacy - Book Five of the Magi Charter
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In The Elf Legacy – Book Five of the Magi Charter, Jordan brings us the story of the North Pole’s development through a handful of centuries leading to the early 1800s. Christmas was not always magic and lights. Jordan’s book tells us the history of how the Christmas we know, along with its traditions have come about.
We all know the story of how the elves made presents all year long, only for Santa to deliver them on Christmas Eve. This book takes you through how the elves work, and how each era of new cultures and time brings new and improved ideas to the North Pole.
Jordan’s retelling of the history of Christmas shows us that not all fairy-tales are full of magic and wonder. The elves long lives lead them to not accepting change. With a whole world that is constantly changing, it is hard to keep to this idealistic dream. While some elves believe that their time should focus solely on their Mission, new elves want to add games and lights on the Tree to liven up the North Pole, allowing the elves to relax. Include their variety of cultures, beliefs, and desire to know about news of the world outside, infights are becoming a common occurrence.
As the Santas come and go, the complex changes for the better as each new turn brings change and another successful Christmas. Unfortunately change for the better is not always entirely positive. Sicknesses infect the elves and reindeer, troubling the Santas and elves. The elves have also taken to changing their names to sound more Christmas related which adds to the confusion.
The elves are humans that leave their lives behind, sign the Charter and dedicate their existence towards a sole Mission. Once the elves have worked a certain number of centuries, they are able to go back to their old homes to see what has become of their people and live out the rest of their natural lives. Their problems arise when a handful of elves are corrupted by the desire for more power and selfish goals, believing that they can take it with them when they leave. While new and old elves seek a higher calling, they build a series of dark networks for riches and ambitions, both in the complex and out. Now, the very Mission the elves strive for is being threatened by the elves themselves.
The author invested quite a substantial amount of effort towards the development and realism of the characters in terms of their personalities, relationships and how they grow throughout the novel. The author tends to tell the story of the book through multiple character perspectives which gives us the ability to view the plotline through eyes such as the healer, the Rune Master, and the Elf Council. All whose jobs and criteria beautifully contrast one another, providing us with rich experiences that is both entertaining and diverse.
The antagonist or the build-up of it is entirely glossed over, with bare hints towards her antics outside the complex during the centuries. The most we hear of the character’s progression towards her downfall is the gradual decline of humanity and the transition to a god complex when interacting with her fellow apprentice. This is disappointing as it feels as though she was not used to her full potential. Not that the plotline wasn’t captivating, but as the story was told from the perspective of various characters, a chapter or two taken from the perspective of the villain would have added much more depth and some sizzle. Especially considering her Rune talent and natural genius.
All in all, I would have to rate this novel a 2 out of 4 stars due to the numerous spelling and grammar errors throughout the book. For example, “Nothing doing, each was locked tight.” Stumbling over such errors made the flow of reading The Elf Legacy – Book Five of the Magi Charter difficult.
The story was also missing something, whether it lay in the open end of why the polar bears offered their assistance or what Mother Elf has in stock for Emiko and the elves, I find myself lacking interest in learning more about their adventure moving forward.
Those sci-fi enthusiasts who love a good match between scientific magic, mystery, humour, and a dash of classic politics will enjoy this read. It can be read as a standalone and recommended preferably for young adults and over.
******
The Elf Legacy - Book Five of the Magi Charter
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
