Song of the Forever Rains (The Mousai, Band 1)
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The Thief Kingdom is a place hidden within the world of Aadilor. Many whisper of its existence, but few have found this place, where magic and pleasure abound. There, the mysterious Thief King reigns supreme with the help of the Mousai, a trio of revered and feared sorceresses.
Larkyra Bassette may be the youngest of the Mousai, but when she sings her voice has the power to slay monsters. When it’s discovered the Duke of Lachlan is siphoning a poisonous drug from the Thief Kingdom and using it to abuse his tenants, Larkyra is offered her first solo mission to stop the duke. Eager to prove herself, Larkyra accepts by posing as the duke’s potential bride. But her plans grow complicated when she finds herself drawn to Lord Darius Mekenna, Lachlan’s rightful heir. Soon she suspects Darius has his own motivations for ridding Lachlan of the corrupt duke. Larkyra and Darius must learn to trust each other if there is to be any hope of saving the people of Lachlan―and themselves.
Welcome to the world of Aadilor, where lords and ladies can be murderers and thieves, and the most alluring notes are often the deadliest. Dare to listen?
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Dieses Buch is nix für Leser*innen, die Spannung, Action und Spice suchen! 👀
Es ist ein SLOOOOOW burn in jederlei Hinsicht! Viele haben/würden es als langweilig bezeichnet/bezeichnen, weil es verglichen mit anderen Fantasy-Büchern, kaum Spannung aufbaut. Stattdessen plätschert die Handlung vor sich hin und bis auf ein zwei spannende Szenen bleibt die Spannungskurve relativ flach. Trotzdem fand ich das Buch interessant genug um weiter zu lesen, das liegt vielleicht am Magiesystem und dem Worldbuilding. Ich fand die Protagonisten auf Anhieb sympathisch und gut dargestellt und durch die Beschreibungen konnte man sich alles sehr bildlich vorstellen! Ein Stern Abzug, weil es gegen Ende einen Teil gab, wo ich mir dachte, dass alles ein wenig schnell geht! Dass etwas Schlag auf Schlag passiert, stand hier irgendwie im Gegensatz zum restlichen Buch, fast so als wollte die Autorin die Story einfach ehestmöglich beenden. Das vorallem mit… naja… sehr glücklichen Fügungen und kleinen Zeitsprüngen.
🇩🇪 Ich fand die Geschichte deutlich cooler, als ich erwartet hatte. Die Handlung ist vielleicht nicht actiongeladen, aber sie ist gut getaktet und entwickelt sich auf eine angenehme Weise. Ich mag die Idee/ das Konzept der Geschichte sehr. Die drei Schwestern sind dabei das absolute Highlight: Jede von ihnen ist auf ihre eigene Art besonders, schlagfertig und herrlich witzig. Ihre Dynamik macht unglaublich viel Spaß beim Lesen. Auch wenn man vielleicht schon erahnen kann, worauf alles hinausläuft, bleibt die Geschichte durchgehend unterhaltsam und charmant. 🇬🇧 I found the story much cooler than I had expected. The plot may not be action-packed, but it is well paced and develops in a pleasant way. I really like the idea/concept of the story. The three sisters are the absolute highlight: each of them is special in her own way, quick-witted, and wonderfully funny. Their dynamic makes reading incredibly enjoyable. Even if you can already guess where everything is heading, the story remains entertaining and charming throughout. Übersetzt mit DeepL (https://dee.pl/app)
It was a really refreshing read. The world building was incredible , the characters charming and the romance not too much but not too little either. It is not a Romantasy, mind you. But it has a decent sub-romance-plot. The thing is tho: I didn't really care? The writing style is a bit informative and that made it hard for me to care for the characters. Also I got confused at times by who is who. Those things aside, the book was beautiful and really nice to read
Such cozy, much comfort || Welch gemütlich, viel Komfort
🇬🇧 oh how comfortable this book made me feel. the humor, the writing, the warmth.... and someone get me that bird, please! 🇩🇪 Oh wie gemütlich mich dieses Buch fühlen lies. Der Humor, der Schreibstil, die Wärme.... und jemand möge mir bitte diesen Vogel geben!
this was a relaxed fantasy with a splash of romance in it. And I throughly enjoyed this book. What probably blowed my mind is the world building and unique setting. The Thief Kingdom and King. And the three Mousai sisters. Incredible. Larkyra was a great lead to read about. She’s fierce and shape tongued. But also empathetic and caring. A utter sweetheart with interesting powers. Which leads me to the absolute highlight of this book: the three Bassette sisters. I suppose they grew their father some grey hairs growing up. Their dynamic and friendship made my heart full and I would have been satisfied only reading about those three girls. But we do have a love interest. Darius. The son of the Lord whom Larkyra is to marry. He was cute. But that’s it. I am surprised to ever say that, but I would have been happy, and maybe even enjoyed the book more, without the added romance. Whilst they were adorable and their banter brought me joy…. I think it took away from the interesting and unique world and dynamics that occur in this universe. But whose banter I extremely enjoyed was Niya and Alōs Ezra, the pirate lord. …and if I’m not mistaken, the next book will be about them. So I shall start with book two immediately. But to sum this up: a relaxed not too stressful fantasy with a super interesting universe, that I’m exited to read more about and amazing main characters. Definitely worth a read, and since I heard book two will be even better…. I’m intrigued. 3
this was a relaxed fantasy with a splash of romance in it. And I throughly enjoyed this book. What probably blowed my mind is the world building and unique setting. The Thief Kingdom and King. And the three Mousai sisters. Incredible. Larkyra was a great lead to read about. She’s fierce and shape tongued. But also empathetic and caring. A utter sweetheart with interesting powers. Which leads me to the absolute highlight of this book: the three Bassette sisters. I suppose they grew their father some grey hairs growing up. Their dynamic and friendship made my heart full and I would have been satisfied only reading about those three girls. But we do have a love interest. Darius. The son of the Lord whom Larkyra is to marry. He was cute. But that’s it. I am surprised to ever say that, but I would have been happy, and maybe even enjoyed the book more, without the added romance. Whilst they were adorable and their banter brought me joy…. I think it took away from the interesting and unique world and dynamics that occur in this universe. But whose banter I extremely enjoyed was Niya and Alōs Ezra, the pirate lord. …and if I’m not mistaken, the next book will be about them. So I shall start with book two immediately. But to sum this up: a relaxed not too stressful fantasy with a super interesting universe, that I’m exited to read more about and amazing main characters. Definitely worth a read, and since I heard book two will be even better…. I’m intrigued. 3
Description
The Thief Kingdom is a place hidden within the world of Aadilor. Many whisper of its existence, but few have found this place, where magic and pleasure abound. There, the mysterious Thief King reigns supreme with the help of the Mousai, a trio of revered and feared sorceresses.
Larkyra Bassette may be the youngest of the Mousai, but when she sings her voice has the power to slay monsters. When it’s discovered the Duke of Lachlan is siphoning a poisonous drug from the Thief Kingdom and using it to abuse his tenants, Larkyra is offered her first solo mission to stop the duke. Eager to prove herself, Larkyra accepts by posing as the duke’s potential bride. But her plans grow complicated when she finds herself drawn to Lord Darius Mekenna, Lachlan’s rightful heir. Soon she suspects Darius has his own motivations for ridding Lachlan of the corrupt duke. Larkyra and Darius must learn to trust each other if there is to be any hope of saving the people of Lachlan―and themselves.
Welcome to the world of Aadilor, where lords and ladies can be murderers and thieves, and the most alluring notes are often the deadliest. Dare to listen?
Book Information
Posts
Dieses Buch is nix für Leser*innen, die Spannung, Action und Spice suchen! 👀
Es ist ein SLOOOOOW burn in jederlei Hinsicht! Viele haben/würden es als langweilig bezeichnet/bezeichnen, weil es verglichen mit anderen Fantasy-Büchern, kaum Spannung aufbaut. Stattdessen plätschert die Handlung vor sich hin und bis auf ein zwei spannende Szenen bleibt die Spannungskurve relativ flach. Trotzdem fand ich das Buch interessant genug um weiter zu lesen, das liegt vielleicht am Magiesystem und dem Worldbuilding. Ich fand die Protagonisten auf Anhieb sympathisch und gut dargestellt und durch die Beschreibungen konnte man sich alles sehr bildlich vorstellen! Ein Stern Abzug, weil es gegen Ende einen Teil gab, wo ich mir dachte, dass alles ein wenig schnell geht! Dass etwas Schlag auf Schlag passiert, stand hier irgendwie im Gegensatz zum restlichen Buch, fast so als wollte die Autorin die Story einfach ehestmöglich beenden. Das vorallem mit… naja… sehr glücklichen Fügungen und kleinen Zeitsprüngen.
🇩🇪 Ich fand die Geschichte deutlich cooler, als ich erwartet hatte. Die Handlung ist vielleicht nicht actiongeladen, aber sie ist gut getaktet und entwickelt sich auf eine angenehme Weise. Ich mag die Idee/ das Konzept der Geschichte sehr. Die drei Schwestern sind dabei das absolute Highlight: Jede von ihnen ist auf ihre eigene Art besonders, schlagfertig und herrlich witzig. Ihre Dynamik macht unglaublich viel Spaß beim Lesen. Auch wenn man vielleicht schon erahnen kann, worauf alles hinausläuft, bleibt die Geschichte durchgehend unterhaltsam und charmant. 🇬🇧 I found the story much cooler than I had expected. The plot may not be action-packed, but it is well paced and develops in a pleasant way. I really like the idea/concept of the story. The three sisters are the absolute highlight: each of them is special in her own way, quick-witted, and wonderfully funny. Their dynamic makes reading incredibly enjoyable. Even if you can already guess where everything is heading, the story remains entertaining and charming throughout. Übersetzt mit DeepL (https://dee.pl/app)
It was a really refreshing read. The world building was incredible , the characters charming and the romance not too much but not too little either. It is not a Romantasy, mind you. But it has a decent sub-romance-plot. The thing is tho: I didn't really care? The writing style is a bit informative and that made it hard for me to care for the characters. Also I got confused at times by who is who. Those things aside, the book was beautiful and really nice to read
Such cozy, much comfort || Welch gemütlich, viel Komfort
🇬🇧 oh how comfortable this book made me feel. the humor, the writing, the warmth.... and someone get me that bird, please! 🇩🇪 Oh wie gemütlich mich dieses Buch fühlen lies. Der Humor, der Schreibstil, die Wärme.... und jemand möge mir bitte diesen Vogel geben!
this was a relaxed fantasy with a splash of romance in it. And I throughly enjoyed this book. What probably blowed my mind is the world building and unique setting. The Thief Kingdom and King. And the three Mousai sisters. Incredible. Larkyra was a great lead to read about. She’s fierce and shape tongued. But also empathetic and caring. A utter sweetheart with interesting powers. Which leads me to the absolute highlight of this book: the three Bassette sisters. I suppose they grew their father some grey hairs growing up. Their dynamic and friendship made my heart full and I would have been satisfied only reading about those three girls. But we do have a love interest. Darius. The son of the Lord whom Larkyra is to marry. He was cute. But that’s it. I am surprised to ever say that, but I would have been happy, and maybe even enjoyed the book more, without the added romance. Whilst they were adorable and their banter brought me joy…. I think it took away from the interesting and unique world and dynamics that occur in this universe. But whose banter I extremely enjoyed was Niya and Alōs Ezra, the pirate lord. …and if I’m not mistaken, the next book will be about them. So I shall start with book two immediately. But to sum this up: a relaxed not too stressful fantasy with a super interesting universe, that I’m exited to read more about and amazing main characters. Definitely worth a read, and since I heard book two will be even better…. I’m intrigued. 3
this was a relaxed fantasy with a splash of romance in it. And I throughly enjoyed this book. What probably blowed my mind is the world building and unique setting. The Thief Kingdom and King. And the three Mousai sisters. Incredible. Larkyra was a great lead to read about. She’s fierce and shape tongued. But also empathetic and caring. A utter sweetheart with interesting powers. Which leads me to the absolute highlight of this book: the three Bassette sisters. I suppose they grew their father some grey hairs growing up. Their dynamic and friendship made my heart full and I would have been satisfied only reading about those three girls. But we do have a love interest. Darius. The son of the Lord whom Larkyra is to marry. He was cute. But that’s it. I am surprised to ever say that, but I would have been happy, and maybe even enjoyed the book more, without the added romance. Whilst they were adorable and their banter brought me joy…. I think it took away from the interesting and unique world and dynamics that occur in this universe. But whose banter I extremely enjoyed was Niya and Alōs Ezra, the pirate lord. …and if I’m not mistaken, the next book will be about them. So I shall start with book two immediately. But to sum this up: a relaxed not too stressful fantasy with a super interesting universe, that I’m exited to read more about and amazing main characters. Definitely worth a read, and since I heard book two will be even better…. I’m intrigued. 3