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Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 02 Mar 2022, 15:23
by Nzube Chizoba Okeke
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "On the Trail of the Unseen" by Lynne Armstrong-Jones.]
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4 out of 4 stars
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The third book of the On the Trail series sheds more light on the relationships between the characters. Although it is written as a stand-alone novel, I can't help but yearn to read the previous two books to grasp the whole story fully. The author keeps hinting at a previous plot about an evil warlock that seems to bind the characters together.

On the Trail of the Unseen had a slow start to it, thrusting me into the event of a mysterious plague with seemingly no known cure, which got the characters moving for their survival. The plague got the kingdom in shambles, reminiscent of the Covid-19 period. Nico, a retired battle veteran, was eager to leave the city with his family and head north, believed to be plague-free. However, he would have to face the sins of the past and the doubt of the future. The sorcerers were at their wit's end trying to find a cure. They tasked themselves to head north to find out why the north is plague-free and get a cure if possible. Unlikely alliances were made on this journey, which might be the key to the cure.

Lynne Armstrong-Jones' use of multiple viewpoints was well structured and connected. Finding a balance between handling multiple viewpoints while telling a good story was commendable. I couldn't help but admire the author's medieval writing style.

I noticed the author was stingy with giving details of sexual encounters. There were scenes that I could swear that intercourse was imminent. Time after time, the author burst my bubbles with what happened afterward. I was confused between getting mad at her for messing with my head and praising her for keeping the narrative suspenseful. The latter, however, was my final resort.

I liked how magic wasn't the main focus but the human relationships, considering this is a book in the fantasy genre. From watching Xyron hesitate to express his affection and fatherly care towards Giever to Nico's protective family instinct, it was fascinating to read the best and worst of human behavior.

On the Trail of the Unseen was a story I would read again. The allure was sustained as I continued reading due to the suspense, and I couldn't wait to get to the end for closure. I would rate the book 4 out of 4 stars because it was well written and exceptionally edited. I'd look forward to reading the fourth installment, as nothing put me off in this third book in the series.

I would recommend On the Trail of the Unseen to fans of the author's previous two books. Medieval fantasy readers would have a good time with it. However, I'd strongly recommend starting from the first book in the series.

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Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 04 Mar 2022, 08:28
by Amenrodion
A freaky reviewer, ok. Interesting review.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 04 Mar 2022, 09:45
by Amy Luman
I think that I would be fine with not having descriptions of intercourse. Imagination is better anyway. Thanks for the review!

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 04 Mar 2022, 15:48
by Reading_Jack
Wow... I love the author's mastery use of suspense and thrills. Interesting review.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 04 Mar 2022, 16:12
by Blessing Odii
Interesting review. I would to find out what will later become of Nico.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 04 Mar 2022, 16:55
by Pauls_
Wow, There is so much suspense in the book. It will worth reading to find out what happened. Great review.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 05 Mar 2022, 02:05
by Mbenma Esther 080
I have not read the previous stories but I enjoyed the review. Thanks for the review

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 06 Mar 2022, 15:57
by cutemami
A story told from multiple viewpoints is great and i am interested in seeing how the author managed to execute it. Thank you for your review.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 16 Mar 2022, 06:54
by Aisha Yakub
Interesting review. Seems like a great story. Thank you for the review.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 01 Apr 2022, 16:40
by Leasa Ana Maria
Warlocks and plague, I don't know what to say about this book, but, thank you for the review.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 23 Apr 2022, 16:07
by NetMassimo
This seems like an engaging fantasy novel that has a strong focus on its characters and their interpersonal relationships. I'll look into this series. Thank you for your great review!

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 17 Jun 2023, 05:31
by Novia Dara Carrisa
It seems worth to try, I am a fictional reader lovers. Hope it will have lot of scene out of the box

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 17 Jun 2023, 05:45
by Margi zuu202
Book 📚 of the day BOTD is sci-fi fantasy battling many enemies over years and met formidable challenges he had wife and kids that he protected and had to flee fr the plague along the way he face dangerous uncertainty and an old friend lyron he was a sorcerer and Witch that tried to stop the plague after he failed and putting the entire future in jeopardy..the book was well written and reviewed I will recommend it 💯✅

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 17 Jun 2023, 05:58
by Mayuri Kotalawala
I liked how magic wasn't the main focus but the human relationships, considering this is a book in the fantasy genre.
- I like that too. Thank you for making it an unforgettable review. Now I'm quite eager to read the book.

Re: Review of On the Trail of the Unseen

Posted: 17 Jun 2023, 06:14
by Domeseo Camus Meda
A BOOK BY LYNNE ARMSTRONG-JONES (THE 3RD VOLUME), WHICH TALKS ABOUT AN EVIL WARLOCK, A MYSTERIOUS PLAGUE WITHOUT REMEDY (THE PLAGUE), THE SEARCH FOR A CURE...
A NOVEL FOR FANS OF MEDIEVAL FANTASY.GOOD REVIEW