Review of The Magic Lantern

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I like that Townsend has provided a summary of the previous installments, enabling readers to catch up with the storyline. Thank you for the wonderful review.
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"The Magic Lantern" by Charles Townsend. The magicians are fighting again to take over Argent and Hengel. Delvin and Princess Jarla in this 3rd book are trying to save the cities. This time the magicians are stronger, will Delvin and his team be able to save the cities? Get this book to find out. "When they emerged from the forest, they were able to speed up. They then rode as quickly as they could, since they did not know how long it would be before the kidnappers realized Jarla had escaped." I feel the intensity rising as the plot speeds up. Congrats on BOTD!!
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts on "The Magic Lantern"! Your review paints a vivid picture of the action-packed journey Delvin and his friends embark on. It's great to hear that Townsend's storytelling kept you captivated from start to finish. Your insight into the character development and pacing adds a lot of depth to understanding the book's strengths. Cheers to never giving up on goals, just like Delvin and his crew!
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The focus on Delvin's growth and the relentless pursuit of his goals by overcoming obstacles resonates deeply with me. I'm particularly intrigued by the dynamic between the characters and how they navigate through the challenges they face.
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It seems like Delvin's journey is both thrilling and emotionally resonant, making me eager to experience it firsthand. Plus, the idea of never giving up on goals is a timeless message I could always use a reminder of in my own life.
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An interesting book for those that like adventure. And the theme of "never giving up" is well spelt throughout. Good read.
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I like that the author can make the the third book unique even though the main characters are the same. I'm also impressed with the perfect rating on all three books. I hope Delvin succeeds one more time.
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Hi @Chad Anthony, I just read your comments on the official review of "The Magic Lantern" and I wanted to point out that the third book in this series is just as good as the first two if not better. I have enjoyed reading all three books. I hope you will too. Delvin is a very cool, calm and collected guy for age 20 but he has things in control. I hope there is a book 4. @Mrlefty0706 @CharlesTownsend
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Hi @Eva Nyaburi, I just read your comments on the official review of "The Magic Lantern" and wanted to be sure you did not overlook book 2 of this series. All three books are well-written and should be enjoyed by young adults and adults. Delvin is really a calm magician for age 20 with the Black Magician on his tale and the constant threats of the Magician's Guild to reek havoc in both towns and threaten the Duke and his family. With two sons killed his two daughters will need to marry and have a son to someday run the Duche. @Mrlefty0706 @charlestownsend
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when the plot came to light the duchies of hengel and argent are threaten as never before. i enjoyed this book
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Hi @Francis Kapola, I just read your comments on the official review of "The Magic Lantern" and while this series was written for young adults I found all three books very interesting to read for adults. Great character development and well-written books made this a series that I wanted to read. I highly recommend all three books. @Mrlefty0706
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Post by Abhishek3m4 »

This review of "The Magic Lantern" paints it as an intriguing and engaging book with a focus on magic and adventure. The reviewer highlights its imaginative storytelling and the author's ability to create a captivating world filled with mystery and wonder. It sounds like a book that would appeal to readers who enjoy fantasy novels with a blend of magical realism. If you're someone who loves getting lost in fantastical tales, this might be a perfect addition to your reading list!
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