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Shielded: Shielded, Book 1
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For fans of Sorcery of Thorns and Furyborn comes a thrilling new fantasy about a kingdom ravaged by war, and the princess who might be the key to saving not only those closest to her, but the kingdom itself, if she reveals the very secret that could destroy her.
The kingdom of Hálendi is in trouble. It's losing the war at its borders, and rumors of a new, deadlier threat on the horizon have surfaced. Princess Jennesara knows her skills on the battlefield would make her an asset and wants to help, but her father has other plans.
As the second-born heir to the throne, Jenna lacks the firstborn's - her brother's - magical abilities, so the king promises her hand in marriage to the prince of neighboring Turia in exchange for resources Hálendi needs. Jenna must leave behind everything she has ever known if she is to give her people a chance at peace.
Only, on the journey to reach her betrothed and new home, the royal caravan is ambushed, and Jenna realizes the rumors were wrong - the new threat is worse than anyone imagined. Now Jenna must decide if revealing a dangerous secret is worth the cost before it's too late - for her and for her entire kingdom.
- Listening Length11 hours and 36 minutes
- Audible release dateJuly 27, 2021
- LanguageEnglish
- ASINB099GQPKPL
- VersionUnabridged
- Program TypeAudiobook
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Product details
Listening Length | 11 hours and 36 minutes |
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Author | KayLynn Flanders |
Narrator | Caitlin Davies |
Whispersync for Voice | Ready |
Audible.com Release Date | July 27, 2021 |
Publisher | Tantor Audio |
Program Type | Audiobook |
Version | Unabridged |
Language | English |
ASIN | B099GQPKPL |
Best Sellers Rank | #238,830 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #874 in Epic Fantasy for Teens #2,319 in Romance for Teens #2,652 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction on Girls' & Women's Issues (Books) |
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Customers find the writing quality remarkable and well-developed. They also describe the genre as engaging adventure story with a perfect mix of romance. Readers love the strong characters and great pacing.
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Customers find the writing quality remarkable, basic, and good for the soul. They describe the world as phenomenal, unique, and interesting. Readers also mention the characters are thoughtful, tough, selfless, and determined. They say the book is a fun fantasy-adventure with a perfect mix of romance. They also say the author is able to build worlds and develop characters naturally.
"...It's a strong and remarkable read, which left me feeling so much love for these characters and, of course, left me feeling in need of book two...." Read more
"...A well crafted, fantasy/adventure, slow burn book for younger YA. A great read!Thank you NetGalley for a copy of the eARC...." Read more
"...Jenna is smart, compassionate, thoughtful, tough, selfless, and determined...." Read more
"...Magic ✅MC who can kick butt ✅See? Basic but good for the soul lol." Read more
Customers find the book engaging, captivating, and exceptional. They also appreciate the characters, action, and romance. Readers also mention that the plot moves along quickly and keeps them turning pages. They appreciate the villains' point of view, which allows them to see their backstory.
"...some chapters from the villains' point of view; it allows the reader to see their backstory and understand why they're the villains in this story...." Read more
"...A well crafted, fantasy/adventure, slow burn book for younger YA. A great read!Thank you NetGalley for a copy of the eARC...." Read more
"...Flanders for the tears and smiles, anxieties and thrills, anticipations and pleasures. I can't wait for Untethered!" Read more
"...This book has adventure, magic, and a touch of romance. I loved to see Jenna grow in the book and discover more and love more...." Read more
Customers find the characters strong, but they also see their weaknesses. They mention that Jenna is the most skilled fighter and the most loyal sister.
"...Overall, Shielded is easily a favorite read of mine for 2020. It's a strong and remarkable read, which left me feeling so much love for these..." Read more
"...I always love a strong female main character and this didn't disappoint. While the growth was great to see the character stayed true to herself...." Read more
"...I love how all the characters are strong, bada**es, but you see weaknesses in them, but those weaknesses aren't the type to make you want to..." Read more
"I absolutely adored this book! Shielded presents us with a strong female character who not only evolves throughout the novel, but who remains true..." Read more
Customers find the pacing of the book great.
"Shielded is a fast-paced, adventurous read with strong characterization and beautiful world building...." Read more
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"...The pacing was right on. I never felt the need to skip pages and the action was well-balanced...." Read more
"...Fantastic writing. Ms. Flanders knocked others out of the park. Great pacing, lots of adventure, and a bit of romance...." Read more
Customers find the character relationships in the book strong, loyal, and fierce. They also mention that the book has an instant yet fierce connection.
"...with intense action, believable characterization and strong relationship development, then definitely check out Shielded...." Read more
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Shielded is one heck of a debut, and I say that in a really good way. I loved this story so much. The world is phenomenal, the magic is unique and interesting, and the characters and relationships are wonderfully constructed. Plus, I loved the epic journey Jennesara went on to get to her destination. The author's writing is breathtaking and a breath of fresh air. I have nothing but absolute praise for this fantasy debut.
The character development for the main character is so well-crafted. Jennesara is easily a likeable and relatable character. She's strong and puts her family and kingdom above anything else. Though she originally refuses the arranged marriage to a neighboring kingdom, she ends up accepting it when her father explains how it will help save her kingdom. She's brave and skilled in sword fighting (I loved the intense fighting scenes), which comes in handy, especially as she finds herself in constant danger with unimaginable magical beings. She's also been hiding a dangerous secret for almost her whole life, a secret that could turn the tides of the war, but also puts her and those she loves in the front lines of danger, which she is not willing to risk. Jennesara is easily the embodiment of what a true heroine should be.
Jennesara isn't the only character I loved. To be honest, I loved almost every character, even the villains (yes, you heard that, there's multiple villains and it's amazing and I'm here for it). I loved how the author included some chapters from the villains' point of view; it allows the reader to see their backstory and understand why they're the villains in this story. It also allowed the reader to see just how cruel each villain could be. Besides the villains, the side characters were amazing additions. I especially loved Chiara and Mari, sisters who would do anything to protect one another and Jennesara. It was beautiful watching all the relationships form.
And the romance is so swoon-worthy. It's kind of (but not entirely) an insta-love story, but it works so well. It felt real and the attraction between Jennesara and her love interest was undeniable. I looked forward to every scene between the two characters; I could not get enough of them (and I'm beyond excited for more of them in book two!). It's the romance like this in fantasy books that I look for - indisputable attraction, an instant yet fierce connection, and one worth protecting.
The world building absolutely blew me away. The world is magnificently crafted and beautifully described. Though this book was action-packed, the author took her time introducing the readers into new parts of the world, which I really liked. It wasn't overwhelming at all and really molded well with the story. And the magic system was so unique. Not everyone is born with magic, mainly those part of the royal line and usually the first born. But what hooked me with the magic is how different it was from most magic systems. I loved the history of the magic and how, by the end of the book, it all came together. This book truly was a sensational read in every way.
Overall, Shielded is easily a favorite read of mine for 2020. It's a strong and remarkable read, which left me feeling so much love for these characters and, of course, left me feeling in need of book two. If you are looking for an epic fantasy journey filled with intense action, believable characterization and strong relationship development, then definitely check out Shielded.
Thank you NetGalley for a copy of the eARC. All opinions are my own.
The book had me hooked from the first chapter.
I love how all the characters are strong, bada**es, but you see weaknesses in them, but those weaknesses aren't the type to make you want to scream.
While it is a fantasy, the characters are relatable.
I have both the ebook version and the audiobook version. I am not a fan of the narrator. -She reminds me of Kristen Stewart: talking with your jaw tensed.-
Betrayal ✅
Political intrigue ✅
Slow burn romance ✅
Magic ✅
MC who can kick butt ✅
See? Basic but good for the soul lol.
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O tamanho da fonte é perfeita, nem tão grande ou pequena.
Espero gostar do livro.
Comprei em uma promoção em que ele ficou por R$29,00.
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O tamanho da fonte é perfeita, nem tão grande ou pequena.
Espero gostar do livro.
Comprei em uma promoção em que ele ficou por R$29,00.
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This book has everything I wanted
-Secret Identities
-Magic
-Easy to grasp world-building
-Unique societies
-Family and found family
-Betrothals
-Love that felt real
You will fall in love with Jenna’s journey and her courage.
The book kept me enthralled every page.
My only regret would be buying it on my kindle instead of a hard copy.
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