HEIR OF STORMS Book Review

Heir of Storms¹ (book 1 in Storm Weaver series) by Lauryn Hamilton Murray, eBook, 410 pages

Synopsis from GoodReads: The very day Blaze came into the world, she almost drowned it. A Rain Singer born into one of the most powerful fire-wielding families in the empire, Blaze's birth summoned a devastating storm that left thousands dead. She's been hidden away ever since with a dark secret: the same torrential power that branded her an outcast disappeared that fateful day. And she’s not sure she wants it back.

When an unexpected invitation arrives for Blaze and her twin brother, Flint, to compete as future rulers of the empire, she’s suddenly thrust into the limelight again -- and into battle. Threats abound at the Golden Palace, where intrigue and romance await with not one but two handsome suitors: the enchanting Crown Prince and a dangerously alluring newcomer at court. As Blaze explores her untapped power, she discovers the throne may be within her grasp. But in order to take it, she’ll have to leave behind the stories that others have told about her, and find the courage to write her own.

BOOK REVIEW: This is one of the best fantasy books I've read lately. I know I've gotten into more fantasy however this one does not have any spice in it and I absolutely loved that! Yes there is a love interest but we're talking about that innocent first attraction. Blaze is only 17 and watching her try to figure out if she is in love or not is beautiful!

I absolutely love the premise behind this too. It's something that I have never seen before. You have your ruler. The Emperor. His family is the one that has reigned for all time. The first born male takes the crown but not when the Emperor passes, when they've hit about 25 years. This keeps the powers at be young and always evolving and I loved it! What we see here is then a competition really to see who will be the rulers of the different parts of the land that will work in tandem with the Emperor. Genius!

5 stars! There isn't anything I would change about this book or the story line. I didn't predict anything because I didn't know that there was anything to predict. These revelations came and it's like hang on a second...was there any foreshadowing to this? Twist after twist after twist is what made this such an amazing book to read. I cannot wait to see what happens next and I hope there isn't too long of a wait! Get your hands on this now!

5/5 Stars

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