As excited as I was for the next installment of the Kasmian Chronicles, I was even more excited that it was dedicated to two, yet to be explored indepth, characters, Isa and Liam, who we met in the brilliant Of Stormlarks and Silence. There is something about all the characters that resonate with me, they are so incredible, they capture me completely. They're so easy to understand, so easy to empathise with, yet complex at the same time. Truly well fleshed out and full characters. Isa is a half elf, half human. Her human side is disgusting to most Elves, not fully accepted by them and ridiculed as inferior. She tries very hard to keep that side as mute as possible, only thing is, she's got this magic in her that threatens to overwhelm her. I felt so desperately sorry for her, all she wants is to get control of this "human" magic and go home, to be accepted, to be with her brother. What she didn't count on was that her quest would lead her to a new truth, to a mystery, to a path of unravelling some truths, both about her magic and the missing mages. Which leads to so many revelations, personal and political that only has her senses spinning further out of control! I'm really really liking Liam! I'm so pleased to be presented with his "true" self, he's got a terrific sense of humour, he's so down to earth and normal, he's so, well, incredibly nice! And he's so patient and understanding with Isa, she's terrified of her magic, he's trying to coax her into using it but by far the sweetest is watching them NOT watching each other! Oh heavens does he worm his way into my soul! From the previous book, I was on the fence with him, but let me tell you, he completely dismantled every obstacle in my path, leaving me only with a swelling of love and pride to "know" this incredible man. I can't get over how beautifully this tale was presented, it engrossed me utterly with the plot, the brilliant pacing, the love that shines off the pages, just like Isa's magic, enveloping me in a cocoon of RIGHT, of splendor and majesty. It's a standalone, even though it's part of a series, and the wonderful Tristan appears, just as awesome as he was in the previous book, but never for a second do you not know who he is or how he ties into the tale. Because he does. He does it so superbly, or should I say, Constance does it so superbly. The introduction of a few new characters is magnificently presented, so much so that I'm dying to discover more of Ahane Ryu, the Draecons and the mysterious creatures that are a danger to them all. I'm anticipating book 3, no, I have a burning need to read it. Now.
Of Chaos and Cadence (PAPERBACK)
Of Chaos and Cadence (PAPERBACK)
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Paperback. Book #2 in The Kasmian Chronicles series.
A half-elf woman with deadly magic. A mage hunting for his childhood friend. A bargain that will change everything.
Isarrel Dalmyar is too human for her elven home, and too elven to be accepted anywhere else. Banished after her human magic endangers two elves, she must learn how to control her chaotic power if she ever wants to return home.
Liam Galway’s loyalty to his king has always guided him, so when he’s ordered to find the missing mages of Makaria—including his childhood friend—he does so eagerly. But the sparse clues only hint at dark dealings that stretch far beyond their own borders.
When Isa begs Liam to train her, he has one condition: she must use her elven skills to help him find the mages. It should be a simple task—if Liam can put his duty before his heart… and if Isa’s magic doesn’t kill him in the process.
Perfect for fans of Tara Grayce, Shari Tapscott, and Kenley Davidson, Of Chaos and Cadence is the newest installment in the Kasmian Chronicles, a series of swoony romantic fantasy connected standalones.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews.
Loved Isa and Liam as much as Riona and Tristan! Book 2 does not disappoint! I loved the story and quest and struggles Isa and Liam go through. Kasmian Chronicles is just growing into an amazing series! love it all!
Jd 5/5
Oh...Liam. My heart beats for only you. But you obviously know that because you can hear it from miles away if you want. 😆 In this standalone second book of the Kasmian Chronicles, we find my heart, my soul, my one-and-only, Mage Liam Galway, appointed Spymaster to the newly crowned King and tasked with the mission of discovering where all of the Makarian mages have disappeared to. He also has been asked for help from the beautiful half-elf, Lady Isarel, who faces possible banishment from her homeland because she just can't seem to get a handle on her human emotions...and therefore her rather explosive human magic. What happens when you get a handsome, snarky, intelligent man with a heart of gold alone together with a beautiful, strong, but reserved and cautious half-elven woman? They fight giant shadow beasts and get thrown in a dungeon. Duh. What did you think I was going to say?!?
Jessica J. 5/5