An Ebony Shade of Magic eBook is one of the most mesmerizing fantasy novels of our time. Written by V.E. Schwab, this book takes readers on a thrilling adventure across different parallel versions of London. The story revolves around the character of Kell, who is one of the last Antari, a rare magician who can travel between the different Londons. In this world, there are four Londons - Grey London, Red London, White London, and Black London.
Unofficially, Kell is a smuggler, servicing people willing to pay for even the smallest glimpses of a world they'll never see. It's a defiant hobby with dangerous consequences, which Kell is now seeing firsthand.
Kell was raised in Arnes Red London and officially serves the Maresh Empire as an ambassador, traveling between the frequent bloody regime changes in White London and the court of George III in the dullest of Londons, the one without any magic left to see. The few magicians who could still open the doors grew more rare as time passed and now, only three Antari are known in recent memory Kell Maresh of Red London, Delilah Bard of Grey London, and Holland Vosijk, of White London.
In this world, there are four Londons - Grey London, Red London, White London, and Black London. Each London has its own unique characteristics and levels of magical power. Kell serves as an ambassador to the rulers of each London, delivering messages and packages between them.
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However, things take a dangerous turn when he comes across a forbidden object from Black London, a relic that should have been destroyed long ago. As he tries to return the relic to its rightful place, Kell finds himself caught in a web of intrigue and danger. Throughout the novel, the author beautifully portrays the different Londons, each with its own richly detailed world-building. The city of Red London, with its vibrant magic and colorful atmosphere, is particularly enchanting. The characters in the story are also well-developed and relatable, with Kell and his prickly, no-nonsense partner Delilah Bard being the standout characters. What makes this eBook stand out is the author's writing style. V.E. Schwab has a way of creating vivid imagery and captivating the reader from the very first page. The pacing of the story is well-balanced, keeping readers engaged and eager to know what happens next. An Ebony Shade of Magic is a must-read for fans of fantasy novels. It has all the elements of a great adventure - magic, intrigue, and memorable characters. With its immersive world-building and thrilling plot, this eBook is sure to leave readers wanting more. So grab a copy and get ready to be transported to a world where multiple Londons exist and magic is just a step away..
Reviews for "An Ebony Shade of Magic: A must-read for fantasy enthusiasts"
1. Emma - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "An ebony shade of magic". I found the story to be slow-paced and the characters lacked depth. The world-building was also confusing at times. I had high expectations for this book, but it just didn't live up to them. I struggled to get through it and ultimately found it to be a forgettable read.
2. Mike - 1/5 stars - I regretted picking up "An ebony shade of magic". The plot was unengaging and predictable. The dialogue felt forced and the writing style didn't capture my attention. I found it difficult to connect with any of the characters, who felt one-dimensional and lacked development. Overall, I was extremely disappointed with this book and wouldn't recommend it.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - "An ebony shade of magic" didn't live up to the hype for me. The concept of multiple parallel worlds with different levels of magic intrigued me, but the execution fell flat. The pacing was inconsistent, with slow moments dragging on and action scenes feeling rushed. The main character lacked personality and his relationships with other characters felt forced. The potential for a great story was there, but it didn't deliver for me.
4. John - 3/5 stars - "An ebony shade of magic" had an interesting premise, but I felt that it lacked depth. The world-building was intriguing at first, but it wasn't fully explored. The story felt rushed at times, with the potential for more development and exploration of the different parallel worlds, but it fell short. The characters were fairly likable, but I didn't feel a strong connection to them. Overall, it was an okay read, but I expected more from it.