Friday, April 29, 2016

The Gladiator and the Guard, by Annie Douglass Lima

I had the opportunity to be a beta reader (early critiquer) on this novel and the last one. I normally read contemporary romance or regency novels, so this is not my normal genre. Having said that, I really loved the fight scenes and the drama involved with being unjustly accused of a crime and fighting for survival. I think I prefer it to book one, the Collar and the Cavvarach. Although they build on each other, you could read this as a stand-alone and be just fine.

Can't wait for the next one. This series (The Krillonian Chronicles) would be great for just about anyone who can handle serious themes and some battle violence, but especially for middle grade or older boys who like to read, but have a hard time finding something that's doesn't have angsty romance. The book is currently .99 for Kindle, although that may be a limited time introductory price. It's a worthwhile read.

2 comments:

  1. Thanks so much for the review (and for taking the time to beta read)! I'm glad you enjoyed The Gladiator and the Guard, and I hope your readers do too!

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  2. Mrs. Lima is a fabulous writer, isn't she? Thank you for being a part of Booknificent Thursday this week.
    Tina

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