Review of Flames of Eader

Joseph Olivia · Post by **Joseph Olivia** » 05 Nov 2023, 01:47

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Flames of Eader" by Carina Steinbakk.]

5 out of 5 stars

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Flames of Eader by Carina Steinbakk is an intriguing urban fantasy book that blends magic and science to tell a thrilling story about a young nerd saving the world. The main character, Grey, is transported from Earth to a parallel universe named Eader, acting as a barrier against darkness overtaking Earth while simultaneously radiating light to it. It's a tale of light battling darkness. The author presents a main character who is lovable, witty, funny, and intelligent. As we follow Grey's journey—his discovery of powers, training, losses, and eventual victories—we're drawn to identify with Grey and root for his success in saving the world. The book encapsulates love, pain, romance, friendship, betrayal, and everything needed to craft an engaging story. If you wish to discover whether Grey succeeds and if light ultimately triumphs over darkness, then acquiring a copy of this book and reading it today is a must.

I was truly enthralled while reading this book, finding it difficult to put down until I uncovered how the story concluded. Did my hero, Grey, defeat Cox? Did he lose anyone in the battle? It was indeed an engaging read. The author skillfully incorporated suspense into the narrative, which greatly enhanced the novel's allure. The author succeeded in conveying the story from both Grey's and Darby's perspectives as the book's heroine. I was particularly impressed by the author's ability to transform Grey from a reclusive nerd into a hero who could address a crowd of supernaturals, captivating their attention. The author also portrayed the profound love of a mother who abandoned everything to follow her son to Earth, relentlessly searching for him. The book beautifully exemplified the bonds of friendship and the triumph of light over darkness.

I was impressed by the author's depth of knowledge in science and energy and their skillful integration of magic into the story, making it truly captivating. My favorite character in the book is undoubtedly Grey, not just because he's the main character, but because we witness his transformation through the trials and tribulations he endured.

There was nothing to dislike about the book. From beginning to end, it was a captivating novel that could transport any reader into the world of Eader, allowing them to experience the story through the eyes of Grey and Darby. After all, what are fantasy novels for if not to let readers immerse themselves in the extraordinary? I didn't come across any typographical errors in the book, and the editor clearly did an excellent job.

I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars due to its wealth of knowledge. I recommend this book to everyone, especially fans of fantasy fiction. It's an enjoyable read they're sure to love.

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Post by **Kaitlyn Wadsworth** » 10 Nov 2023, 23:14

A wonderful review of what seems like a great story. Love Sci Fi and Fantasy.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 14 Nov 2023, 15:08

This seems like an engaging fantasy novel that includes a story at a broad level and also some personal stories of well-developed characters. Thank you for your great review!

Cara Wilding · Post by **Cara Wilding** » 16 Nov 2023, 12:06

Joseph Olivia wrote: ↑05 Nov 2023, 01:47 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Flames of Eader" by Carina Steinbakk.]

Flames of Eader by Carina Steinbakk is an intriguing urban fantasy book that blends magic and science to tell a thrilling story about a young nerd saving the world. The main character, Grey, is transported from Earth to a parallel universe named Eader, acting as a barrier against darkness overtaking Earth while simultaneously radiating light to it. It's a tale of light battling darkness.

I was impressed by the author's depth of knowledge in science and energy and their skillful integration of magic into the story, making it truly captivating. My favorite character in the book is undoubtedly Grey, not just because he's the main character, but because we witness his transformation through the trials and tribulations he endured.

Joseph, you got me. Who doesn't love a nerd saving the world?!

I enjoy reading books with good character development, and this author appears to deliver just that! I can also appreciate whem there is unique use of magic. While it's the age old battle between light and dark, it never seems to get old! I enjoyed reading your review and look forward to reading more from you! Until next time...