Official Review: Apollo's Raven by Linnea Tanner

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Re: Official Review: Apollo's Raven by Linnea Tanner

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Thanks for the review! It's very well written, but the one strange thing is that at points it came off a bit more like an actual blurb or ad for the book than a review. Ironically, when it gets into critiquing the book it becomes very specific and useful, and those points stuck with me. The vast majority of the review, which in the end does seem genuinely very enthusiastic, didn't give a ton to really distinguish this book from dozens of others, except in stating that it's particularly well-executed. In some ways this was a quality ad for the book, but in others I think it could be a more effective read if the author used the more natural and direct style throughout more of it.
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Post by Sammy onyango Odhiam »

I loved reading the book "Apollo's raven" by linnea Tanner. It contains mixed reactions and also leaving the reader in suspense in need to know more of the characters. It tells of the historical and mythical fictions. I loved it as it educated me alot. I do encourage those who have not read the book to read it.
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I love epic fantasy. Sorcery, druids hmmmm. I must read this book. Thanks for this awesome review.

-- 09 Nov 2017, 01:55 --

I love epic fantasy. Sorcery, druids hmmmm. I must read this book. Thanks for this awesome review.
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Great review, thank you! I love a book that keeps me wanting more, so this definitely sounds like something I would enjoy. I'm looking forward to reading it!
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Is interesting and caught through all the spheres of life love, fear and full of suspense
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The author has chosen a unique topic for his historic fiction book. l appreciate the way the author has proceeded the story. The reviewer has done a good job.
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Tale of love, Adventure, Magic , Intrigue and mostly include historical fiction. enjoyed reading it. :D
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Very captivating and interesting story,gives us a great comparison of two worlds,it's a must read.
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It was true that the beginning is a bit of a turn-off since it revealed too much of the plot. But reading the review makes me want to pick this up and reread it again. Great work!
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Epic fantasy, magic, shape shifters, the Celts and Romans-- sounds like the recipe for an interesting read! I read your review before deciding whether I wanted to download this BOTD!! And it's definitely got me interested-- am planning to read this one!
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Thanks for the great review. I am not too interested in this genre, but the mention of family loyalty, love and her connection with ravens, is intriguing! I think I should give this book a try.
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For someone like me who is not keenly interested in shape shifters and mythology, your review has certainly aroused my interest... Will surely read it to know if its worth such praises

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For someone like me who is not keenly interested in shape shifters and mythology, your review has certainly aroused my interest... Will surely read it to know if its worth such praises
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I love druidic tales and celts. And who can resist an
insanely awesome plot
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Truly enticing story! You got me from the very beginning of the first paragraph. Thanks for the review!
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Very good book..good for reading. :techie-studyingbrown:

-- 09 Nov 2017, 05:01 --

Good for reading
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