Review of Rebirth

Sam Ibeh · Post by **Sam Ibeh** » 16 Jan 2023, 04:19

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Rebirth" by Andrew Pereira.]

5 out of 5 stars

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Rebirth by Andrew Pereira is a fantasy novel that follows the story of Kael Cley, a teenager who has been deeply affected by the loss of his mother and the strange sleep of his twin sister. Despite this, he is determined to attend the Iris Academy, a prestigious facility known for training legendary warriors. It is the only academy in the empire considering "Arcanists" for acceptance.

At the academy, Kael discovers a new class specifically tailored for him. This class is for "Arcanists Specialists" who can manipulate a singular element to a fantastic degree. As he navigates through daily lessons, relationships with his classmates, and missions that take him across the empire, he struggles with understanding his true arcane potential and deciphering the true intentions of those around him.

The first thing that caught my attention when I started reading was that this was the author's maiden novel. I had read a few maiden novels, but something about this book was unique. I expected to see some of the issues that most maiden novels had, like plot holes and rushed-up writing. That was not to be, as nothing about the book's storyline indicated it was the author's debut novel. He thought out every aspect before penning down the first word.

The plot was intriguing and captivating, with a well-crafted fantasy world and complex characters. I liked that the plot is fast-paced and action-packed, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader engaged. The novel had a good balance of character development, world-building, and action.

The author did everything to make this book as easy to navigate as possible. One way was to add a map at the beginning. That way, we could see all the locations and where they were situated. It helped me follow the characters' journeys without confusion — a big thanks to the author for this.

I liked what the author did with the main character, Kael. He allowed his humanity to show, even though he possessed special abilities. An example was when Instructor Claythorne was telling him about a particular task, and he was scared. It took Mylo, his fellow Arcanist Specialist, to get him to consider the task. His vulnerability at that moment endeared him to me.

I found nothing to dislike about Rebirth, and the editing was professionally done. Therefore, I'd rate it 5 out of 5 stars. Overall, it was an enjoyable read, and I'd recommend it to fantasy lovers.

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Nicholas Bush · Post by **Nicholas Bush** » 17 Jan 2023, 10:52

I love your review for this book and must admit that I love the cover page too. Would be nice to read this book someday if given the opportunity to to so. Nice review.

Tokede Kolawole · Post by **Tokede Kolawole** » 17 Jan 2023, 13:47

The cover page is attractive and Kael's humanity shone through despite his powers. Congratulations to the author on his first novel.

Amy Luman · Post by **Amy Luman** » 17 Jan 2023, 14:31

I really like science fiction novels, but they do sometimes confuse me since they deal with places that I have. Obviously never been. I would be glad to have a map of the fictional place. Thanks for the review.

Wren Michaels · Post by **Wren Michaels** » 23 Jan 2023, 18:03

Great review. Fantasy novels are my favourite and the author has done a great job including a map and creating such a captivating cover.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 21 Feb 2023, 16:43

This seems like an engaging fantasy novel set in a well-constructed world that includes even maps to make it feel more real to readers. Thank you for your great review!

Domeseo Camus Meda · Post by **Domeseo Camus Meda** » 07 May 2023, 05:25

A BOOK BY ANDREW PEREIRA WHICH TELLS US THE STORY OF KAEL, A SHOCKED TEENAGER, BUT DETERMINED TO ATTEND A PRESTIGIOUS ESTABLISHMENT THAT TRAINS WARRIORS.
A BOOK FOR FANS OF FANTASY.GOOD REVIEW

Lamaya Spann · Post by **Lamaya Spann** » 07 May 2023, 05:35

I love how you took the title "Rebirth" to explain the chronology of the book, and all the obstacles he has to go through. When I think of rebirth I think of you still staying true to who you are but it's a more better stronger wiser you. I enjoyed your review and loved the excellent word choice.

Margi zuu202 · Post by **Margi zuu202** » 07 May 2023, 05:43

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of the day BOTD is sci-fi fantasy the empire of asperia, worthy worrior the arcanist keel cley hails from a sleepy little town in wildness of asperia he begins his first year in iris academy which was known for its acceptance of arcenist.keel finds himself at the center of conflict that threatened to tear his country onto two he and his friend must navigate life at the Iris while uncovering the truth.. the book was well written and reviewed I will recommend it

Hazel Mae Bagarinao · Post by **Hazel Mae Bagarinao** » 07 May 2023, 05:53

It looks like the "Arcanist Specialist" will bring extremity to the plot. Kael Cley seems impressive to follow through. Congratulations to the author on BOTD!

Towfiq Juma · Post by **Towfiq Juma** » 07 May 2023, 06:15

The plot of the novel appears highly intriguing, capturing the reader's attention with its intricate twists and turns. The world building is exceptionally unique, transporting readers to a vividly imagined realm filled with captivating details and immersive landscapes. To aid the readers' exploration, a meticulously crafted map accompanies the narrative, guiding them through the various locales visited throughout the story. great review

Yvonne Monique · Post by **Yvonne Monique** » 07 May 2023, 06:27

Fantasy is definitely my favourite genre, and although the aspect of the protagonist being in an academy to perfect his abilities makes me think of Harry Potter, I find the plot very interesting.

07 May 2023, 06:41

I love fantasy novels. The fact that it is a debut novel and the author seems to apply quite a few themes like finding oneself is really impressive. I'd love to see how Kael copes with everything. Kudos on a really well done review.

Dipak Lokhande · Post by **Dipak Lokhande** » 07 May 2023, 06:53

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Rebirth by Andrew Pereira. It sounds like a well-crafted fantasy novel with a captivating plot, complex characters, and a fast pace. I appreciate your insights into the author's debut novel, and it's great to hear that the world-building, character development, and action were all well balanced. The addition of a map to help with navigation was also a nice touch. Your recommendation and 5-star rating make me interested in picking up a copy and checking it out for myself.