BOOK BLURB:From the bestselling author of the "House of Night" series comes the award-winning world of Partholon, rich in goddesses, intrigue and magic. The only excitement Shannon Parker expects while on holiday is a little shopping. But when an antique vase calls to her, she finds herself transported to Partholon, where she's treated like a goddess. A very temperamental goddess...Somehow Shannon has stepped into another's role as the Goddess Incarnate of Epona. And while there's an upside - what woman doesn't like lots of pampering? It also comes with a ritual marriage to a centaur and threats against her new people. Can Shannon survive this new world and ever find her way home?
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Cracking characterisation make this an intriguing title from House of Night author PC Cast. The title gently leads the reader by the hand to begin with and then throws them to the wolves literally as we get as confused as the principle protagonista as everything she thought she knew is thrust head over heels in a world changing moment. Beautifully written, cunningly crafted and with characters that leap from the page into the imagination, its going to be a thankful new reader who knows that each of the series to date in this latest incarnation is released a month apart.
BOOK BLURB:From the bestselling author of the "House of Night" series comes the award-winning world of Partholon, rich in goddesses, intrigue and magic. Shannon Parker has finally come to terms with life in the mythical world of Partholon. She's almost forgotten her old life on Earth - especially when she discovers she's pregnant. Then a sudden burst of power sends her back to Oklahoma. Without magic, Shannon can't return to Partholon and needs to find help. Trouble is, it might take the form of a man as tempting as her husband. And along the way she'll discover that being divine by mistake is a lot easier than being divine by choice.
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To be honest I had problems getting started with this title but if theres one thing that PC does well, its character creation. Shannon is instantly likeable for the reader and really does keep you hooked as you’re left wondering what the hell is happening. Yet part of the attraction to this title is the surprise and twists with you never fully knowing which way is up. What did surprise me was the conclusion of the title as you never know whats going to happen until that last page is turned and that is what will keep you clamouring for more throughout this Urban Fantasy Bodice Ripper.
BOOK BLURB:From the bestselling author of the "House of Night" series comes the award-winning world of Partholon, rich in goddesses, intrigue and magic. Raised as a normal girl in Oklahoma for eighteen years, Morrigan had no idea how special she really was. After discovering the truth of her heritage, her rage and grief take on a power of their own, carrying her back to the world of Partholon. Yet, instead of being respected as the daughter of the goddess Incarnate, Morrigan feels like a shunned outsider. In her desperation to belong to Partholon, she confronts forces she can't fully understand or control. And soon a strange darkness draws closer...
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This is perhaps the most controversial of the Divine titles as its one that a large number of people will wonder if it was really required. What you get with Cast however is a title that is determined by the characters as they grow emotionally as you follow the tale. Whilst it follows a new principle protagonista fans will see firm fav’s return to the fold as the worlds are explored through new eyes and with enough twists and turns to keep you amused to the final page. Whilst it won’t be for everyone I did enjoy this and felt that it was an appropriate way to continue the worlds exploration alongside keeping the characters interesting for the reader. Good fun.
BOOK BLURB:From the bestselling author of the "House of Night" series comes the award-winning world of Partholon, rich in goddesses, intrigue and magic. Part-human, part-centaur, Elphame has always been different. OK, make that very different. The hundreds of shimmering butterflies sent by the goddess Etain to mark her birth were only the beginning. When Elphame is asked to breathe new life into the remote MacCallan Castle, she goes along with it (well stranger things have happened...) and finally she's found her true calling. But Elphame hadn't banked on her life being threatened when the bizarre Fomorian descendents (bat-like humans - it's a long story) return to MacCallen with their own devastating agenda. Nor the fact that she may have finally found her lifemate...at the most inconvenient time!
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The second series set in the same world as the Divine series although set 125 years after the original. As you know by now, PC’s writing is something that you either love or hate. I really enjoy her characterisation and the way that she brings the reader into the world through imagination as well as carefully sculpted writing. Add to the mix a touch of Irish mythology within this offering and its going to be an adventure that you were glad you embarked upon. One thing I will warn you about is that this is more a fantasy tale than anything else and whilst Cast’s usual touch of romance is within it’s the incredible elements that drive this offering forward.
BOOK BLURB:From the bestselling author of the House of Night series comes the award-winning world of Partholon, rich in goddesses, intrigue and magic. When she leaves her ultra-strict family, Brighid also strays from her pre-ordained life. Born to be the Chief Shaman and ruler of a herd of centaurs would be tough for any girl - and Brighid wants out. Joining Clan MacCallan as a Huntress and helping broken-hearted Cuchulainn on his mission seems much simpler - if befriending bat-winged creatures and helping them gain acceptance in society can ever be described as simple. As Brighid uncovers more about her heritage (and her true feelings for a certain someone), she realises her powers cannot lie dormant forever. And that she can not escape her destiny.
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More of Cast’s unique plotting and outlining than you can shake a stick at. As usual great characters, top notch dialogue and above all a plot that just keeps driving forward at a pace that’s hard to believe. Add to the mix an unusual as well as mindboggleing sex scene and you’ve got something to not only enjoy but savour as this title will demand a reread. I’ll eagerly await other titles by this author and its been a real pleasure to get a huge block to glut upon in one go. If you’ve loved her House of Night, give the Divine series a go as you really will get a kick out of seeing what happens when Kristin is left behind.
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