I've started reading this instead of studying haha and am really enjoying it so far :) The opening chapter is particularly gripping because of the way you make the reader feel like they're there in the scene, the world spinning around, caught in feverish ecstasy. Really great stuff. The short sentences work well here too to convey that mood.
Your writing is polished and the pitch is promising, if it continues like this then I'm sure it's going to roll on into a brilliant read. Already got you on high stars and staying on the watch list :)
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Today I read "Growing from Ashes" and "Priests of the Abyss", your excerpts from later in book 1. These are terrific chapters and I like how in book 1, you have this chapter 'Priests of the Abyss', and then in book 2 we meet the evil priests and understand who they are!! That is really well done.

I like the standalone quality of these mystical chapters. They teach us things about our own world and society, and encourage the reader to reflect alot.

You've also proven to us you have polished chapters from further on in the manuscript, not just what you uploaded on Authonomy! The quality of your writing is amazing.

Best of luck with everything :)
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Wow Scott the story is unfolding amazingly!! The takeover of Meridia was vividly done and you've got us crossing fingers for these peaceful people who have been slaughtered so mercilessly.
There should be a 7 star rating lol. Oh well, you've already made the desk so I joined too late to help anyway. Still, thanks for sharing :D
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I like how the story takes a completely new twist in this sequel. You show the 'evils' of the Henalas people so visibly, with all the dark rituals. However you also bring in a new enemy - even more malicious.
The Masters are so threatening... And the corruption of the 'priests' is also chilling. You create yet another amazing world, very well constructed, and I like the theme of it being 'diseased'. 6 stars!! view book

Hi Laura,
Cara recommended your book to me and I'm really enjoying it so far. Your writing style is crisp and the plot moves along well. I particularly like the setting and characters - all very believable, giving us a good blend of realism with fantasy.
6 stars and I'll have you on my shelf soon
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Your story is very touching, I have been reading through Part 1 and it's amazing to hear about your personal experiences... they teach us so more than reading a history book would. Thank you for sharing it with us, I'll be reading on :)
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Scott,
Cara recommended this to me, and it is truly a brilliant read so far. She has good taste lol!
Amazing vivid descriptions of the underwater world. The plot is also so original and I'm looking forward to reading more of it. Congratulations on making the desk and good luck with the review!
Daniel
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