Review of Apollo's Raven
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Review of Apollo's Raven
[Following is a volunteer review of "Apollo's Raven" by Linnea Tanner.]
Apollo’s Raven by Linnea Tanner delivers a potent mix of love, political drama, magic, mysticism, betrayal, suffering, and hatred. The two main protagonists, Catrin and Marcellus, account for most of the narrative. Both characters are given rich backstories by the author, which increases their relatability to the readers.
First of all, the portrayal of the main characters is satisfactory. Catrin epitomizes the ideal Celtic warrior: brave, devoted, and fierce. She also possesses a lovely tenderness that makes it simple to support her. She and Marcellus have a relationship that is fervent and deepening. On the other hand, Marcellus is a mere pawn of his father. The relationship between Marcellus and Catrin is a balm for their hurt souls as they become more physically and emotionally intimate. The best part of the novel is watching these two distressed young people find solace in one another.
The supporting characters are likewise well-developed. King Amren and Queen Rhiannon have a distinct past that significantly impacts the circumstance in which their daughter currently finds herself. Lucius Antonius is an ancestor of Mark Anthony who will do anything to restore the family honor. Even though he uses brutal tactics, he does have some human qualities. Readers with sensitive stomachs might recoil at Marrock, who looks hideous and commits perverse atrocities.
Tanner has done a fantastic job at fusing historical fiction with mythology. Since I was unfamiliar with either Celtic or Roman culture, learning about their distinctions and parallels is intriguing. It is admirable that the Celtic people treat women equally and give them the freedom to choose the route in life they want. The equality is in stark contrast to the patriarchal Roman society. Tanner then permits these distinctions to influence the chemistry between Catrin and Marcellus. I like how the two do not instantly get along and have a few quarrels. For example, Catrin has numerous opportunities to outperform Marcellus and prove to him the value of women because Marcellus consistently downplays her physical ability.
The book has excellent writing, is engrossing, and has been expertly proofread. There are no drawbacks or grammatical errors that I can find in this book. I feel like I am part of the clan because of how the author presents and develops the characters. It is simple to understand the thoughts and concerns of the people, and it feels as though you are standing right beside them. For these reasons, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
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Apollo's Raven
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Apollo’s Raven by Linnea Tanner delivers a potent mix of love, political drama, magic, mysticism, betrayal, suffering, and hatred. The two main protagonists, Catrin and Marcellus, account for most of the narrative. Both characters are given rich backstories by the author, which increases their relatability to the readers.
First of all, the portrayal of the main characters is satisfactory. Catrin epitomizes the ideal Celtic warrior: brave, devoted, and fierce. She also possesses a lovely tenderness that makes it simple to support her. She and Marcellus have a relationship that is fervent and deepening. On the other hand, Marcellus is a mere pawn of his father. The relationship between Marcellus and Catrin is a balm for their hurt souls as they become more physically and emotionally intimate. The best part of the novel is watching these two distressed young people find solace in one another.
The supporting characters are likewise well-developed. King Amren and Queen Rhiannon have a distinct past that significantly impacts the circumstance in which their daughter currently finds herself. Lucius Antonius is an ancestor of Mark Anthony who will do anything to restore the family honor. Even though he uses brutal tactics, he does have some human qualities. Readers with sensitive stomachs might recoil at Marrock, who looks hideous and commits perverse atrocities.
Tanner has done a fantastic job at fusing historical fiction with mythology. Since I was unfamiliar with either Celtic or Roman culture, learning about their distinctions and parallels is intriguing. It is admirable that the Celtic people treat women equally and give them the freedom to choose the route in life they want. The equality is in stark contrast to the patriarchal Roman society. Tanner then permits these distinctions to influence the chemistry between Catrin and Marcellus. I like how the two do not instantly get along and have a few quarrels. For example, Catrin has numerous opportunities to outperform Marcellus and prove to him the value of women because Marcellus consistently downplays her physical ability.
The book has excellent writing, is engrossing, and has been expertly proofread. There are no drawbacks or grammatical errors that I can find in this book. I feel like I am part of the clan because of how the author presents and develops the characters. It is simple to understand the thoughts and concerns of the people, and it feels as though you are standing right beside them. For these reasons, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
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Apollo's Raven
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