The Paper Magician - Charlie N. Holmberg
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The Paper Magician - Charlie N. Holmberg
This book explores the depth of the human soul, and teaches one not to make judgement based on first impressions. The lead male is not perfect, the lead female not weepy. The author chooses to expose human flaws in each of her characters as flaws, not quirks, requiring the characters to then accept and grow and mature in their personal lives and their relationships with each other. The story's progress is not too slow, but it's action packed scenes don't feel rushed. The style is good for any reader, beginner or advanced. I recommend it fully for anyone with an interest in action, romance, and magic.
A word of caution. The book does explore some dark concepts with the villains and their blood magic. Though the gore is almost non-existent and the violence kept at a minimum, I'd rate this book appropriate for young adults and older. Just to be on the safe side. Also, I did not like that there was very little background given on the villains.
I give this book a 4 out of 5 starts.
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I'm glad I found others who loved this book! Have any of you read Charlie Holmberg's other works? I'd like to know if they're as good as this series.