Review of Merlin's Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul

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Nenye Charles
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Review of Merlin's Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Merlin's Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul" by Virginia Hoyt.]
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The book ‘Merlin’s Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul’, written by Virginia Hoyt, is an interesting tale woven from magic and mystery. Lucas Moreno has a nightmare where his friend, Ryan Casey, is shot in a terrorist attack. This turns out to be real, as Ryan lays comatose under his mother’s watch.

Lucas meets up with Des, Maya, and Karen. They have similar magic rings forged by Merlin, who informs them of the impending doom caused by Mordred, who wants to take control over the world. To defeat him, they have to find the ‘Willing Soul’ and turn him to the side of good before the dark powers take over him.

I like Lucas’s personality, as he’s the most observant among the Crusaders. He equally exhibits good leadership qualities. Again, I like Vivi’s character, such that, despite being young, she has the ability to learn how to cast spells quickly. She’s determined to set things right and hardly doubts she can achieve something. In this book, I learned that adopting a humble and respectful manner of approach towards people endears one to all. This is seen in the case of Merlin and the Crusaders, including the elves and mermen at Atlantis. I’m fascinated with their magic rings, which enable them to travel anywhere in a whirlwind, just in a matter of seconds. I like how united the Crusaders were, despite their minor differences.

I didn’t find anything to dislike about this book. I spotted a few errors that did not affect my reading flow. The author uses an easy conversational tone to narrate the sequence of events. Again, as I was reading the book, I felt like I was in the magical world with the Crusaders, fighting battles against the dark forces that be.

I rate it a solid 5 out of 5 stars, as there’s no reason to reduce it whatsoever. I would recommend it to readers who love tales of magic, action, and mystery with a touch of humour.

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Post by Conshelle Dwight William »

Your review of "Merlin's Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul" by Virginia Hoyt is captivating! It sounds like an engaging tale filled with magic, mystery, and camaraderie. The characters' personalities and the lessons you've taken from the book make it seem even more intriguing. It's great that the few errors didn't affect your reading flow and that you felt immersed in the magical world. Your 5-star rating and recommendation for fantasy lovers make it sound like a must-read!
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I never pass stories about Merlin. They are intriguing and thrilling. Now, will Modred be defeated? I can't wait to read the plot twist.
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I don't like reading stories about magic and mysteries due to my belief and religion. I would consider passing along "Merlin's Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul" by Virginia Hoyt.
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Post by Donaking »

Based on the review, "Merlin's Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul" by Virginia Hoyt appears to be an excellent read. The reviewer praises the interesting storyline woven with magic and mystery. They commend the well-developed characters, particularly Lucas and Vivi, who exhibit admirable qualities. The reviewer appreciates the humble approach of the characters, which fosters unity among them and with other magical beings. The easy conversational tone and immersive experience make it an engaging book. With a solid 5 out of 5 star rating, it is highly recommended for readers who enjoy magic, action, and mystery with a touch of humor.
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This book looks like an interesting science fiction. I would definitely be adding it to my to be read list. Thanks for such an insightful review. Well done.
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This is an interesting extension of the Merlin movie. I’d love to grab a copy to get in-depth insights into the book. Kudos for a great review.
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I've watched the Merlin movie. But this is my first time of coming across it in a book. I like the plot of this fantasy novel. I think I'll enjoy it greatly.
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Post by Colleado Keana Rose »

Given my personal beliefs and preferences, stories involving magic and mysteries don't usually align with my reading interests. Therefore, I might consider passing along "Merlin's Rings: Book Two: The Willing Soul" by Virginia Hoyt.
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Post by Chiemego Nwokolo »

This is an intriguing follow-up to the Merlin film. To learn more about the book in-depth, I would really like to get a copy. Bravo for a fantastic review.
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Nice book but I will give this a pass. Thanks for the review it was engaging and some splendid.
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