Showing posts with label Maria V. Snyder. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Maria V. Snyder. Show all posts

Monday, December 15, 2014

Series Reviews: Touch of Power, Scent of Magic & Taste of Darkess (Healer series) by Maria V. Snyder

I LOVE this series! My review for the first book is spoiler-free but the next two books do contain spoilers so please proceed with caution :)


Touch of Power
Touch of Power (Healer #1)
by Maria V. Snyder
December 20, 2011
390 pages


Goodreads Summary:
Laying hands upon the injured and dying, Avry of Kazan assumes their wounds and diseases into herself. But rather than being honoured for her skills, she is hunted. Healers like Avry are accused of spreading the plague that has decimated the Territories, leaving the survivors in a state of chaos.

Stressed and tired from hiding, Avry is abducted by a band of rogues who, shockingly, value her gift above the golden bounty offered for her capture. Their leader an enigmatic captor-protector with powers of his own is unequivocal in his demands: Avry must heal a plague-stricken prince, the leader of a campaign against her people.

As they traverse the daunting Nine Mountains, beset by mercenaries and magical dangers, Avry must decide who is worth healing and what is worth dying for.


Wednesday, December 10, 2014

WoW #23: Shadow Study (Soulfinders #1) by Maria V. Snyder


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Waiting on Wednesday is hosted every week by Breaking the Spine which lets us showcase an upcoming release we are excited about! 
 
 
Shadow Study coverShadow Study (Soulfinders #1)
by Maria V. Snyder
February 24 2015
384 pages

 
Goodreads Summary:
New York Times bestselling author Maria V. Snyder wowed readers with Poison Study, the unforgettable story of poison taster Yelena. Now she's back with a new tale of intrigue.

Once, only her own life hung in the balance.

Oddly enough, when Yelena was a poison taster, her life was simpler. But she'd survived to become a vital part of the balance of power between rival countries Ixia and Sitia. Now she uses her magic to keep the peace in both lands and protect her relationship with Valek.

Suddenly, though, they are beset on all sides by those vying for power through politics and intrigue. Valek's job - and his life - are in danger. As Yelena tries to uncover the scope of these plots, she faces a new challenge: her magic is blocked. She must keep that a secret - or her enemies will discover just how vulnerable she really is - while searching for who or what is responsible for neutralizing her powers.

Yes, the days of tasting poisons were much simpler. And certainly not as dangerous.
  
Loved the Study series. YES more of Yelena and Valek!!!!

What are you guys waiting on this week?