Review of Apollo's Raven

[Victory Ositaorah]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Apollo's Raven" by Linnea Tanner.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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The Kingdom of Cantiaci seems dismayed after King Anrem renounced and banished his son Marrock seven years ago because of his treacherous acts. Apollo's Raven: Book One in the Curse of the Clansmen and Kings Series by Linnea Tanner is a historical fantasy story of 24AD.

Princess Catrin dreamt about the skull-faced moon, which was still a reason for worry. However, she could control ravens by sharing their minds. So when she had gone with her sister Mor and Belinus for their supposed weapons training, she used her raven guide to explore the environment; she saw warships, and while looking carefully, she saw her half-brother's face, Marrock, who the King had banished. She informed her sister about her discovery, and they headed for the palace.

A few years ago, Catrin told her father about her interest in training with the druids, but her father, the King, made a decree that no one in his family would use the powers of the druids. She had been practicing with her powers secretly because she didn't want anyone to inform her father. On getting to the palace, she saw that they had Roman guests. King Anrem, who introduced his Queen Rhiannon, eldest daughter Vala, and other children, Mor and Catrin, greeted senator Lucius Antonius and his youngest son Marcellus Antonius. Get this book if you want to know the demands of the Romans and their reasons for the alliance with King Anrem's banished son.

I liked this book because Tanner's storyline was aligned correctly. Tanner also introduced her characters properly at the first instance of introduction, doing reading and understanding an achievable goal. The book was also entertaining, and Tanner was accurate in his historical plots, which shows that she had done her fundamental findings well. Her choice of names for the Romans was also proper. Unfortunately, the powers of the character Catrin were limited, but I loved it and smiled each time I thought of it.

I didn't have any reason to dislike this book. I recommend this book to people with mature minds and anyone who enjoys reading books with historical fantasy. I didn't encounter any errors while reading this book, which shows that Apollo's Raven: Book One in the Curse of the Clansmen and Kings Series by Linnea Tanner was exceptionally well edited. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because it was a fascinating story, and I enjoyed every bit of it.

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[Ohanele Chinonyerem]

I just asked my self: What would be so bad that a King would banish his own son. Would add this to my bookshelf to get a touch of this interesting book. Your review really got my attention.

[Madam Tori]

It is clear that you have read the book carefully and have taken note of the positive aspects, such as the author’s command of English, the realistic characters and the unpredictability of the plot. You have also outlined some of the negative aspects, such as the out of sync story and the large cast of characters.

[Madam Tori]

This is a great review of JTs World. I appreciate the thoughtful analysis and the clear evaluation of the book. I also appreciate the insight into the book's themes and characters. However, I do not think I will read this book, as the storyline does not appeal to me. Nonetheless, I appreciate the reviewer's opinion and I think this book will be a great read for fans of crime and adventure fiction.

[Daniel Moore 4]

The fact that the novel is appropriate for young adults and teenagers is a plus for me. It's good that the reviewer warned about some gory scenes, so I know what to expect. I appreciate the reviewer's recommendation to fans of historical fiction.

[Salome Ogani]

I love it when books have strong female characters, so I'm definitely intrigued by Catrin. The fact that the queen is revered by all the males and would succeed the king if he died is impressive and makes me want to know more about the world in the novel.

[Neto Chukwu]

It’s always a pleasure to read books where woman are powerful and in charge. I love that the princess catrin possessed such powers although limited. Also I loved that this book was inclusive of magic and history.

[Ucposh301]

Imagine what catrin could do if she was allowed to practice magic. She would be a force to reckon with

[Soma Ezenwanne]

I was happy when Princess Catrin's journey as she discovers her hidden powers and confronts the secrets of her kingdom. Though it was filled with suspense and intrigue. The fusion of historical accuracy and fantastical elements created a rich and immersive reading experience for me.

[Ojiaku Uche Charles]

Just started reading this incredible story about Princess Catrin, and I'm already facinated! The mix of supernatural abilities, family secrets, and a quest for truth creates a suspenseful narrative that keeps me on the edge of my seat.

[Christopher Andersons]

The romance in the book was well-developed and believable. I liked that it wasn't the main focus of the story, but rather a subplot that added to the overall narrative.

[Rose Lineani]

The way the author tackled themes of identity and self-discovery was thought-provoking and added another layer of depth to the story.

[Willie Wilsons]

The characters in the book were multi-dimensional and realistic. They had flaws and made mistakes, which made them all the more relatable.

[Willie Wilsons]

The suggestion that the book is a good read for fans of romantic fiction is helpful for readers who are looking for a specific genre.

[Osakwe Precious]

What I loved more is that the characters are beautifully developed, and the intricate web of alliances, betrayals, and forbidden love keeps readers engrossed from start to finish.