Review of Apollo's Raven

[Mary IJ]

[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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Apollo’s Raven is a historical fiction book by Linnea Tanner. It’s the first in the Apollo’s Raven series and is full of fantasy, excitement, magic, and drama from start to finish. The story revolves around love and betrayal between Ancient Rome and First Century Britain.
 
Catrin is a Celtic princess from the Cantiaci Kingdom who is just starting to realize the magical powers she has with her Raven. She can see the future and read others' minds. Catrin discovers Roman warships near her kingdom but finds out too late to warn her father, King Amren, who is already in a meeting with Roman senator Lucius Antonius. During their meeting, things get tense when Lucius claims that Amren’s oldest son, who was banished years ago for killing two innocent children, is the rightful heir to the throne.
 
I really liked this book. Catherine felt very real and strong, which made it easy to connect with her. The fantasy elements, like the talking raven and the half-wolf brother Morrock, made the story exciting. The author did a great job with vivid descriptions, and the writing flowed well. Even though I don’t usually enjoy fantasy, this historical fiction set in the Roman Empire was really well done.
 
One thing I didn’t like about the book was that the sexual scenes were described in too much detail, which made them boring. The romance felt rushed because the characters were falling in love before they even really knew each other. Some parts were too predictable, but I still appreciate the author’s effort.
 
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. It’s expertly edited and offers an engaging reading experience, with no noticeable errors throughout. The storytelling is smooth and captivating, making it an enjoyable journey from start to finish. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has a passion for historical fiction, as well as those who appreciate elements of romance, drama, and fantasy. It’s a great choice for readers who enjoy well-crafted narratives in these genres.

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Apollo's Raven
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