Review of No Rest for the Innocent
Posted: 27 Oct 2024, 07:07
[Following is a volunteer review of "No Rest for the Innocent" by M. D. Sanders.]
Lady Francesca von Islelvin, the beloved daughter and only child of one of the seven powerful dukes, was living the happiest days of her life. She was set to marry her academy sweetheart, Soren, who held the honored role of personal knight and right hand to the crown prince. But on the very day of their wedding, Francesca was framed and arrested for assassinating the holy queen of the Rozenstein Empire. Not only was she accused of a terrible crime, but the person assigned to carry out her punishment was Soren, the very man she loved and had married. What was the punishment for this royal crime that she didn't even commit? Immediate execution without a trial. Francesca’s life ended on the very day she thought a new chapter was beginning, with her husband forced to be the one to end it.
It might seem like her story ends there, but it doesn’t. Fourteen years later, Francesca is revived by her cousin Tirion van Stein, the empire’s second prince. Tirion is a necrotist, a scientist of the dark arts and alchemical magic who experiments with the mysteries of death. Now alive once more, Francesca finds her husband, Soren, happily married to her childhood friend Emilia and raising a thirteen-year-old daughter, Rue. Was it all part of their plan to betray her, or is there more beneath the surface? With a second chance at life, Francesca is set on a journey to uncover the truth about her own death and discover who worked to destroy her world. Keeping her identity hidden, will she be able to navigate a web of lies and secrets to unravel the truth? Read “No Rest for the Innocent” by M. D. Sanders and uncover the hidden motives, dark betrayals, and forbidden magic that will either fuel Francesca’s revenge or lead her to a fate far worse than death.
I hope the intro has sparked your curiosity about this captivating story. Now, here’s my take on the book: I absolutely loved it! The theme, overall story structure, and character interactions were all on point. My favorite part was the humorous narration, especially the interactions between Francesca and Tirion, which brought a delightful dynamic to the story. Characters like Rue, Bronegon, Samael, and Agnes added an extra layer of depth to the narrative. The mystery took me by surprise. I didn’t expect the plot to unfold the way it did!
As for the writing style, the author uses a blend of stream of consciousness with a third-person omniscient perspective. This style focuses on the main character's thoughts and feelings, using informal dialogue and expressive sounds to create a more immersive experience. The author’s use of stuttering and emphasized words in dialogue, like “WHat,” “WANted,” and “aWAY,” really adds to the authenticity of the characters’ emotions and interactions. At first, I found this way of storytelling a bit strange, but once I got used to it, I enjoyed its uniqueness and how it brought the story to life.
I don’t have any dislikes regarding this book. It is impeccably edited, with only two minor errors that I noticed. While the book contains some strong language and sexual content, I recommend it to adult readers who appreciate a good fantasy novel. I rate this book 5 out of 5 based on the points I mentioned earlier in the review.
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No Rest for the Innocent
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Lady Francesca von Islelvin, the beloved daughter and only child of one of the seven powerful dukes, was living the happiest days of her life. She was set to marry her academy sweetheart, Soren, who held the honored role of personal knight and right hand to the crown prince. But on the very day of their wedding, Francesca was framed and arrested for assassinating the holy queen of the Rozenstein Empire. Not only was she accused of a terrible crime, but the person assigned to carry out her punishment was Soren, the very man she loved and had married. What was the punishment for this royal crime that she didn't even commit? Immediate execution without a trial. Francesca’s life ended on the very day she thought a new chapter was beginning, with her husband forced to be the one to end it.
It might seem like her story ends there, but it doesn’t. Fourteen years later, Francesca is revived by her cousin Tirion van Stein, the empire’s second prince. Tirion is a necrotist, a scientist of the dark arts and alchemical magic who experiments with the mysteries of death. Now alive once more, Francesca finds her husband, Soren, happily married to her childhood friend Emilia and raising a thirteen-year-old daughter, Rue. Was it all part of their plan to betray her, or is there more beneath the surface? With a second chance at life, Francesca is set on a journey to uncover the truth about her own death and discover who worked to destroy her world. Keeping her identity hidden, will she be able to navigate a web of lies and secrets to unravel the truth? Read “No Rest for the Innocent” by M. D. Sanders and uncover the hidden motives, dark betrayals, and forbidden magic that will either fuel Francesca’s revenge or lead her to a fate far worse than death.
I hope the intro has sparked your curiosity about this captivating story. Now, here’s my take on the book: I absolutely loved it! The theme, overall story structure, and character interactions were all on point. My favorite part was the humorous narration, especially the interactions between Francesca and Tirion, which brought a delightful dynamic to the story. Characters like Rue, Bronegon, Samael, and Agnes added an extra layer of depth to the narrative. The mystery took me by surprise. I didn’t expect the plot to unfold the way it did!
As for the writing style, the author uses a blend of stream of consciousness with a third-person omniscient perspective. This style focuses on the main character's thoughts and feelings, using informal dialogue and expressive sounds to create a more immersive experience. The author’s use of stuttering and emphasized words in dialogue, like “WHat,” “WANted,” and “aWAY,” really adds to the authenticity of the characters’ emotions and interactions. At first, I found this way of storytelling a bit strange, but once I got used to it, I enjoyed its uniqueness and how it brought the story to life.
I don’t have any dislikes regarding this book. It is impeccably edited, with only two minor errors that I noticed. While the book contains some strong language and sexual content, I recommend it to adult readers who appreciate a good fantasy novel. I rate this book 5 out of 5 based on the points I mentioned earlier in the review.
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No Rest for the Innocent
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon