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Mystic and Rider

The Twelve Houses, Book 1

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Mystic and Rider

By: Sharon Shinn
Narrated by: Jennifer Van Dyck, Sharon Shinn
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 The fire mystic Senneth crosses the country of Gillengaria on a mission for the king, trying to discover if noble marlords from the Twelve Houses are planning an uprising.

She is accompanied by the soldiers Justin and Tayse, two King's Riders who are unswervingly loyal to the crown. Also on the journey are the shape-changers Kirra and Donnal, and a young mystic named Cammon who can practically read minds.

It's soon clear that not only are marlords planning a rebellion, but that they are being aided by Daughters of the Pale Mother, a fanatical religious sect that hates mystics. While Senneth can clearly take care of herself, Tayse finds himself unable to stop watching her - determined both to protect her and to uncover her secrets.

BONUS AUDIO: Includes an exclusive introduction by author Sharon Shinn.

House hunting? Download more in The Twelve Houses series.©2006 Sharon Shinn (P)2008 Audible, Inc. Action & Adventure Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Science Fiction Royalty

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Critic reviews

"Tailor-made for the growing audience of fantasy fans who like a good juicy romance." (Publishers Weekly)
"Never tripping over the plot twists and complications, Shinn gives us an easy, absorbing, high-quality read sans gratuitous bloodshed and violence." (Booklist)
"Shinn's most successful book." (SF Revue)
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This concept could have made a fantastic story (and series), but instead it’s a bit uninspiring. The story dragged, the drama was lacklustre, the political intrigue was boring (..not intriguing as you’d hope!) and the romance lacked any chemistry. Distinctly average book.

Good concept, but uninspiring story

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