
The Flame and the Arrow
The Annika Brisby Series, Volume 1
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Narrated by:
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Nick Cracknell
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By:
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Emigh Cannaday
About this listen
"Don't do it, Annika," he taunted. His eyes were no longer bright and charming, but dark and intense, yet they still twinkled. He was tempting, but was he harmful?
Aspiring rock star Annika Brisby thinks she knows where her life is going until she steps through a broken portal that leaves her stranded in a fae-filled realm of fairies, shapeshifter druids, psychic vampires, and other mythical beings. Unable to return until it's repaired, she's rescued by wood nymphs who believe her sudden arrival is no accident. After being taken in by a prominent family of elves, Annika finds herself struggling to resist the seductive spell of their youngest son, Talvi. Equal parts arrogant and alluring, the notorious heartbreaker seems like the perfect distraction for her homesickness. Her new friends warn her that she'll probably regret ever laying eyes on him, and what begins as a casual fling with a telepathic elf for a lover quickly burns too hot to handle. By the time Annika learns the consequences of their forbidden trysts, Talvi's already under her skin and dangerously close to her heart. But on the journey home she discovers that there's a mountain of secrets that he's not telling her, and Annika can't help wondering who's really in danger.
You'll enjoy this edgy, dark blend of New Adult Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance if you're a fan of Laurell K. Hamilton, Kresley Cole, Donna Grant, Charlaine Harris, Karen Marie Moning, Jeanine Frost, J.R. Ward, and Lynsay Sands.
©2016 Emigh Cannaday (P)2016 Emigh CannadayNot my cup of tea
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This story has a little feeling of Alice falling through a hole, mixed with the Lord of Rings namely collecting friends and allies to go on an epic adventure, as well as a lot of the angst associated with the development of new romances. The characters are numerous, all vibrant and interesting. While the story centres on Annika and Talvi, the supporting characters create a wonderful tapestry surrounding the two main characters.
I like how the book ends. Without making this a spoiler, there is a HEA but also a hint of more to come. Cannot wait!!
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.
Epic style enjoyable!
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?
I would not recommend this book because I found it to be very slow. Nothing exciting happened in my opinion until we got closer to the end.I also found that Annika the main character to be predicable which I must admit put me off. I kept thinking she will be different or stick to her guns but no it was to much to wish for. She fell in love the with Talvi the elf. I loved his brother Finn more. I felt he would have treated her better.
Talvi acts immature sometimes and he is meant to be many years old. He acted like a horny teenager not a century old elf!
Annika said that she has met his kind (a womenizer) before and knew how to deter them. Yet she fell for Talvi who is the type she doesn't go for!
I also found her to good to be true.
Which character – as performed by Nick Cracknell – was your favourite?
I loved all the characters he did. They all felt real to me and unique. I would defiantly listen to this narrator who I found to be really good.Was The Flame and the Arrow worth the listening time?
I think it was worth listening to the narrator who I thought was very good! I just found the story to be very long and slow (not a lot of action since it is a fantasy). I believe some parts can be cut out of the book to shorten it. I think it didn't help that I didn't believe in Annika and Talvi's relationship.Any additional comments?
I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author.Really good narrator but a very long & slow story.
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Annika is thrown into a world where fairies, elves, and unicorns roam the land. She doesn’t have the option of leaving and is soon thrust into the fight to regain control over the portals to the human world. Having Talvi, the handsome but annoying elf at her side throws an added complication but on this epic journey she will find out the truth about him and the others in her group.After a slow start, the book became so addictive I couldn’t put it down. Annika is fierce, strong-willed, and doesn’t let people take advantage of her. Talvi is the lovable, flirtatious elf who charms her. The love aspect of this book isn’t the only thing going on. The story is about the epic journey they take and the fight for freedom as much as it is about love.
I read this book on both Kindle and audiobook and I must say the audiobook really did it justice.
Feisty romance
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Amazing!
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