Of Starlight and Midnight combines aspects of adventure, romance, magic and norse mythology in one epic book. It shows that some Fates are worth fighting for especially when the Norns get involved with the outcome. This book is a spinoff novel featuring charactering from the Firebird Faeries Tales but may be read independently of the other books in the series.

There city is safe once more but their books and relics are scattered on the supernatural black market, so light-elf brothers, Aramis and Soren, hunt them down. When Aramis gets a lead on a. Book of magic, he and Soren decide to investigate and fins more that what they originally bargained for on this quest.

A young Librarian, Asia is still grieving over the death of her mother, and all she wants to do is hide away and unravel the mysteries of the strange book she has inherited. The last thing she wants to do is help Soren work on his book, no matter how good looking he is. Soren knows Asia is hiding something and when they are attacked by dark elves, they will stop at nothing to learn the truth about this mysterious women.

A deadly war of dark and light is brewing and these characters find themselves right in the middle of it while they attempt to learn the secrets of the book of magic that has eluded them all this time. All it takes is a moment of trust, and betrayal for everything to fall apart. Danger and intrigue at every turn, magic filled with mythology and a quest to find the truth. Everything you need from an incredible book you’ll find within these pages.

★Of Starlight and Midnight by Amy Kuivalainen★
Book 1 - Spin off
༘Spoiler free ༘

⭐️4.5/5

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Folklore, Fantasy Action & Adventure, Romantic Fantasy
Multi POV

➳ Norse Mythology
➳ Who did this to you?
➳ Magic
➳ Found family

✨ “Everyone is broken in their own way. I know I am. If you can deal with my broken edges, then I can deal with yours. Just stop letting your broken edges cut you, because sooner or later, they are going to start cutting me too.“ ✨
Of Starlight and Midnight weaves an enchanting tale that seamlessly blends adventure, romance, magic, and Norse mythology into a captivating narrative. This book took me on a journey where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, and where the intricate threads of fate are intricately woven by the Norns themselves.

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Detailed Review:

Amidst this magical tapestry, we meet Asta, a grieving librarian at the University of Oslo, who is haunted by the recent loss of her mother. Asta’s feisty long lost cousin turned roommate Tyra, knows more than she’s letting on, and will stop at nothing to protect her.

Her life takes an unexpected turn when she inherits a mysterious book, setting her on a path of discovery. Reluctantly, she becomes entangled with the enigmatic Søren Madsen, who is determined to unlock the secrets of their shared quest.

As the story unfolds, it becomes evident that each character harbours their own secrets, and the line between allies and adversaries blurs. Dark elves, hidden agendas, and a deadly war of light and dark emerge as the story's stakes heighten.

"Of Starlight and Midnight" is a must-read for those who crave a blend of enchantment, mystery, and a touch of romance. It offers a thrilling adventure through a world where fate is both a guiding force and a formidable adversary, and where the bonds of friendship and love are tested in the face of unimaginable challenges.

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LIKES:
⋆ Amy Kuivalainen demonstrates her mastery in the art of “showing and not telling” by allowing readers to immerse themselves in a world where the magical elements are portrayed with a blend of realism and logical coherence.
⋆ The worldbuilding was a captivating blend of aesthetics and authenticity, while the integration of Norse mythology seamlessly infused the very essence of the story.
⋆ The interplay of characters, their evolving relationships, and the web of secrets they protect made for a compelling and suspenseful narrative.
⋆ The author's storytelling and rich character development create a world that is both immersive and emotionally resonant.

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DISLIKES:
⋆ I would have enjoyed delving deeper into the lingering effects of Tyra's trauma. Though I believe this may be touched upon in future books.
⋆ I find myself wishing the book was longer, or that I could read the next one!

★ **Fantasy Scoring** ★
Worldbuilding ➷ ✅ ✅✅✅
Foreshadowing ➷ ✅
Plot ➷ ✅
Relationships ➷ ✅✅✅✅