Official Review: Mirrored Worlds by Tayma Tameem

whelve_inscape · Post by **whelve_inscape** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:28

The fact that one loses energy when one uses magic makes it ironically seem a bit more real. Thanks for the review

JKO · Post by **JKO** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:30

"They must bring a baby born without any magical abilities to the Nation from the hostile Opar, where the dictatorship regimen of the Federation ruled by a cruel king is established." Will Lila Bakurets, Graute, and Battleaxe suceed in their mission? Congratulations on the BOTD.

athurst123 · Post by **athurst123** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:35

This book sounds thrilling and like nothing I have ever read before. Wonderful review!

crisanja · Post by **crisanja** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:35

Sounds like an interesting book. I like the concept of powers coming at a price. Thanks for your thorough review!

Luluwa79 · Post by **Luluwa79** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:35

The story seems engaging and fascinating. I would love to read and find out more about Lila and other characters.
Thanks for the detailed and insightful review.

Sararob06 · Post by **Sararob06** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:42

This sounds like it laid a solid foundation for the series. I hope you find the sequel to be equally as addicting but with a better ending!

Harty Muli · Post by **Harty Muli** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:48

This is an interesting sci fi told from the perspective of Lila an inexperience mage. I look forward to reading it. Nice review.

kalgaonkarsnehal · Post by **kalgaonkarsnehal** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:57

Oh wow ! Thank you for such an amazing review. This book interests me greatly. I would love to read it and get lost down the rabbit hole of this magical land and these wonderful characters.

Amy+++ · Post by **Amy+++** » 22 Dec 2020, 09:57

This book sort of reminds me of Harry Potter with all the magic.

Magnify3 · Post by **Magnify3** » 22 Dec 2020, 10:01

I am curious as to how a baby with no magic ability can cause catastrophe in a world of magic. I am not into fantasy though.

Laura Ungureanu · Post by **Laura Ungureanu** » 22 Dec 2020, 10:02

Although I don't normally check out fantasy books, the OBC review is very convincing. A fantasy novel with well-developed characters sounds like a book worth reading.

Pandora10 · Post by **Pandora10** » 22 Dec 2020, 10:05

The sample was an intriguing start to this fantasy novel about a mirrored world. Readers of fantasy novels should find this an interesting story as they get to know the characters of Lila, Graute, and Battleaxe who will get to know one another as they navigate the world of Opar. Thanks for the review.

Timothy Rucinski · Post by **Timothy Rucinski** » 22 Dec 2020, 10:09

This isn't a preferred genre of mine, so I don't think I'll be reading the book. However, I did sample several pages and Ms. Tameen is most definitely a gifted writer. I'm certain that fans of magical realms will enjoy this novel. Congratulations on receiving BOTD honors!

María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda · 22 Dec 2020, 10:12

I liked the concept of magic that comes at the expense of mage's energy. To cast a spell, Lila not only waves her wand but also loses her energy. In my opinion, it's a fair play.

That's more realistic than twitching your nose like Samantha or just extending your finger like Sabrina!

The other characters are also very well developed. They are not heroes, nor are they ideal, which is very appealing. It seems like Lila, Graute, and Battleaxe have nothing in common from the very beginning, but they learn how to get along and to start trusting each other. The development of their relationships was my most favorite aspect of this book.

I like complex characters, they're way easier to relate to.
It seems that, except for the ending, this is a great fantasy story. Thank you for your review!