The cursed tome of saints is a mysterious and haunting artifact that has been the center of many dark legends and tales throughout history. Said to contain the souls and stories of the most revered saints, this ancient book is believed to hold incredible power, but at a great cost. According to the legends, the tome has been cursed by an ancient and vengeful entity, which has doomed anyone who reads its pages to a life of perpetual torment. The cursed tome is said to possess a dark and malevolent energy that slowly drains the life force of those who come into contact with it. Many have sought the tome, hoping to unlock its secrets and harness its power, but few have returned unscathed. Those who have dared to read its pages have experienced bizarre and horrific visions, leading to madness and ultimately, death.
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Those who have dared to read its pages have experienced bizarre and horrific visions, leading to madness and ultimately, death. It is said that the cursed tome possesses a strange and otherworldly intelligence, choosing to reveal only what it deems necessary, and hiding its true nature behind a facade of benevolence. Despite the dangers it presents, the cursed tome of saints continues to fascinate and attract individuals who are willing to risk everything for the chance to uncover its secrets.
Fantasy has taken the magic out of magic.
I've loved magic, horror, and the supernatural for a long time (big fan of Tolkein, Lovecraft, etc) and so I've been struggling lately to try and figure out why so much current fantasy (Sanderson, Hobb, for example) bores the hell out of me. Its been very frustrating, especially when fantasy seems on the cusp of a renaissance, to find yourself bored out of your mind. It wasn't until I started reading magical realism that I figured it out, that as the title says, a lot of modern fantasy has taken the magic out of magic.
I'll explain using Mistborn. In Mistborn, magic is has very rigid rules. Everyone knows it exists. Government programs use it for suppression. It's even powered by minerals that need to be mined. An extremely industrialized magic. It is, for all intents and purposes, just an alternative science. And so Mistborn is really just a matter of watching people use the science of their world to solve problems in a straightforward, very materialist and pragmatic way. Reading the book, I felt bored.
Just this week, I turned to magical realism and started reading A Murmur of Bees. It's set in our world, during the Spanish Flu epidemic. When it become clear that little Simonopio can speak to the bees that kept him company while he was abandoned as an infant, and that he can see the future, I felt that familiar rush of wonder. It was exciting and it drew me in! the reason is: his magic takes place in a world where it is not part of the natural order; it is a strange, mysterious intrusion, inexplicable and also wonderful! It bears that mark of total otherness from the quotidian world, something truly supernatural.
I get it, of course, different strokes for different folks. Some people love magic that is just actually alternative science, that's a mundane, well known part of the fantasy world inhabited by the protagonists. And you are not wrong to like what you like.
But I think there is room for more fantasy that treats magic as something truly outside of the natural order: that still confronts us with what is not understood (and maybe can't be), that upsets our materialistic understanding of the universe rather than supporting it.
Just thought I would submit this for discussion. Has anyone else felt this way? Does anyone have book suggestions where magic is still magic
Edit: Oh my God, thank you guys! This has been such an interesting conversation and I appreciate all the book suggestions so much. I'm a big reader, but it's been really hard to find books I can get her into lately, and this is great for me.
And thank you for the awards!
Some believe that the tome holds the power to grant immortality or unlock untold treasures, while others seek to use its dark powers for their own selfish gains. The cursed tome of saints serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the dangers of unchecked curiosity and the lure of forbidden knowledge. It warns against the desire for power and the consequences that may follow when one dares to meddle with forces beyond their comprehension. In conclusion, the cursed tome of saints is a haunting and enigmatic artifact that beckons to those who are willing to pay the price. Its dark power and mysterious origins make it a chilling reminder of the perils that await those who seek to tamper with the supernatural world..
Reviews for "The Cursed Tome of Saints: A Chronicle of Lost Souls"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I didn't enjoy "The cursed tome of saints" at all. The story felt disjointed and the characters lacked depth. It seemed like the author was trying to cram too many ideas into one book, resulting in a confusing and muddled plot. The writing style was also not engaging, making it difficult for me to stay interested in the story. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and wouldn't recommend it.
2. Michael - 1 star - "The cursed tome of saints" was a complete waste of time for me. The pacing was incredibly slow, and I found myself struggling to stay engaged with the story. The characters were one-dimensional and I couldn't connect with any of them. Additionally, the plot was predictable and lacked any originality. I kept hoping that the book would improve, but unfortunately, it never did. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a captivating and unique read.
3. Emily - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "The cursed tome of saints". The concept sounded intriguing, but the execution fell flat. The writing was dull and lacked any sort of descriptive language that could help bring the story to life. The pacing was also off, with long stretches of nothing happening followed by rushed and confusing action scenes. It felt like the author didn't take the time to fully develop the plot or the characters, leaving me feeling unsatisfied. Unfortunately, this book didn't live up to my expectations.