Unlocking a New Genre of Fantasy
J.R. Vaineo
The Onyx Prince
A FATE TRULY WORSE THAN DEATH . . . Is there such a thing? Before traveling through a portal to the world of Muraine with my friend Gemma Galloway, I would’ve said no. But now? I’ve come to realize that there is. So many things are worse than death, here on this world with magic.
One matter at the forefront is his desire for me. The King of Vitiosus, Zymarc, desires me for his next apprentice. I’ve managed to resist him, thus far. That decision, however, is harder and harder to hold to. There is nothing he will not do to get to me, to tempt me, to break me. And he means to break me. But if he cannot have me, well . . . as I said, there are fates truly worse than death itself. And I’ve seen death too, a spirit most terrifying and powerful. Yet it is Zymarc whom I fear more than death, more than Soren, more than anything.
I didn’t know why, either. Why should I, Tyler Malik Ravier, fear him? Then I saw his true face. Not the face of the Vitiosyn King. But the face he had before the change, before the corruption of that vile magic, when he was simply an Onyx Warrior. His features are familiar. On and on, I agonize over who he reminds me of. Can it be true? Could he really be who I think he is? And what if he is? Do I hold the strength and courage to put that creature down? Or simply will I hand over the dragon-horse to appease him?
Or, worse . . . will I join him?
5 out of 5 (Must Read)
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The Onyx Prince is a phenomenal book written by the talented author J.R. Vaineo and wow what a sensational story! The Onyx Prince is a book I was keen to read ever since discovering it because I always love to find novels with unique fantasy themes so when I discovered The Onyx Prince I thought ‘Is this finally the perfect book?!’. Now that I have finished The Onyx Prince, I can happily write that yes it is book lovers. The Onyx Prince is an exceptionally well-written and well-developed story and that is why I already have to recommend you lovely readers have a read! However, if you need more convincing then continue to read to learn more!
The Onyx Prince is a sensational third novel in the Journals of Ravier series that will introduce the reader to the protagonist of the series, Tyler Malik Ravier, who in this first book had his world turned upside down when he learned of his father’s death… or so he thought. After this event, his world is forever changed as he learns of a magical world filled with things beyond his wildest imagination… and great dangers. The reader has followed him on this journey over the last three books and will be reunited with him in The Onyx Prince and what follows is a shocking and unforgettable novel that shouldn’t be missed!
The Onyx Prince is a thrilling novel thanks to the enthralling and action-packed moments as well as the unpredictable nature of the book that will have the readers turning the pages with haste from beginning to end. I love books that involve a journey because usually in these stories the character develops and grows as they overcome events which in turn adds to the development of the character and explores life lessons throughout the book and that is most certainly the case with The Onyx Prince!
The story of The Onyx Prince is quite simply amazing; amazing however is just one of the words I would use to describe The Onyx Prince as it is so much more than this. It is a thrilling, heart-warming, addictive, and entertaining novel that will have you compelled as well as captivated from the start. J.R. Vaineo’s novel keeps its readers guessing and I challenge you readers to guess where the plot goes when you read this excellent book, I would be interested if you were able to guess the outcome correctly!
J.R. Vaineo is an incredibly talented and excellent author who clearly knows how to write unique but engaging stories. It was evident to me from the start that Vaineo is a passionate writer who surely loves entertaining readers with her literature and putting a smile on readers’ faces. I loved this about the author, but what I loved the most about Vaineo’s writing was her remarkable descriptions because they genuinely amazed me.
Fantasy stories in general are challenging to write because you have to transport the reader quickly and effortlessly, but sadly this is rarely accomplished but not with The Onyx Prince. The Onyx Prince is the way it is because J.R. Vaineo knows what she is doing!
To conclude my thoughts on the wonderful The Onyx Prince, The Onyx Prince is a marvelous, stellar, and supreme book that will entertain, delight as well as charm readers! And so I, of course, have to award this book five stars! Be sure to have a read of the preview below book lovers, you won’t regret it!
Aimee Ann
Original Review Found On: https://redheadedbooklover.com/the-onyx-prince-j-r-vaineo/
4 out of 5 (very good)
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This is also an emotional book that had me in tears at one point. Did I think what did happen would happen? Yes. Did it stop me from crying? Absolutely not! And I love that - to be gripped by a character so much I get all the feels.
This is the third book, but it's definitely not the end. I have enjoyed these three, and now I can look forward to the next three. Absolutely recommended by me.
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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa@Archaeolibrarian
Full Review Found On: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4244026247