Morgana Steele
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Old books, my happy place. Dreaming of adding my own stories to those cherished shelves. Working towards that goal, one word at a time, embracing the vulnerability. Join the adventure!
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Emotional Ties in the Ancient World
"The Plains of Passage", the fourth novel in Jean M. Auel's iconic Earth's Children series, takes readers on an epic journey as Ayla and Jondalar travel westward along the Great Mother River from The Mammoth Hunters' home to Jondalar's homeland. Along the way, they encounter various peoples and tribes, each with their own unique attitudes, beliefs, and customs.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
Finding Her Tribe
In "The Mammoth Hunters", the enthralling third book in Jean M. Auel's Earth's Children series, readers are once again transported back to prehistoric times to follow the continued adventures of Ayla and Jondalar. As they journey together with their tame horses, Jondalar is determined to take Ayla back to his homeland and provide her with a life that she never had the chance to experience growing up.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
Taming the Wilderness
"The Valley of Horses", the second novel in Jean M. Auel's Earth's Children series, continues the captivating saga of Ayla's prehistoric adventures. In this installment, Ayla finds herself in a secluded valley where she must learn to survive and thrive in the wilderness.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
Divergence and Destiny: A Story of Prehistoric Life
"The Clan of the Cave Bear", written by Jean M. Auel, is a captivating and thought-provoking novel set in prehistoric times. Released in 1980, it is the first book in the Earth's Children series and explores the imagined interactions between Neanderthals and modern Cro-Magnon humans.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
A Frustrating Rushed Finale with Missed Potential
"Shadow Heir", the fourth and final installment in Richelle Mead's Dark Swan series, delivers a whirlwind of action, drama, and supernatural intrigue as Eugenie Markham finds herself facing her greatest challenge yet: a pregnancy she never wanted, and a kingdom plagued by a mysterious blight that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
A Complex Exploration of Identity and Conflict
In "Iron Crowned", the third installment of Richelle Mead's Dark Swan series, readers are plunged into an epic adventure as Eugenie Markham embarks on a perilous quest to acquire an artifact that could potentially end the longstanding war between her kingdom and a rival realm. Against a backdrop of political intrigue, supernatural forces, and personal struggles, Eugenie finds herself navigating a treacherous path fraught with challenges, moral dilemmas, and heart-wrenching decisions.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
A Riveting Tale of Power, Intrigue, and Dual Realms
In "Thorn Queen", the mesmerizing second installment of the Dark Swan series by Richelle Mead, readers are drawn deeper into the tumultuous journey of Eugenie Markham, the fierce and enigmatic shaman grappling with the complexities of her dual nature and the weight of her newfound role as queen of Rowan Land, now Thorn Land. Against a backdrop of political intrigue, supernatural forces, and shifting alliances, Eugenie is thrust into a perilous balancing act as she navigates the intricate dynamics of ruling a realm while concealing her true identity from those closest to her.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
A Riveting Journey of Identity, Power, and Prophecy
In Richelle Mead's captivating novel, "Storm Born", the first book in the Dark Swan series, readers are introduced to the fierce and resilient protagonist, Eugenie Markham, or Odile as she’s known to the Gentry. An adept shaman, Eugenie possesses a remarkable ability to banish any gentry that dares to encroach upon the human realm. However, her world is turned upside down when she discovers a startling truth - she is half gentry herself, and her true name has been unveiled in the gentry realm. To complicate matters further, Eugenie learns that she is entwined in a prophecy foretelling that her child will ultimately seize control of the human domain for the fairies once more.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
A Light at the End of the Tunnel
"Magic Triumphs," the tenth and final book in the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews, delivers a powerful and emotional conclusion to a beloved urban fantasy saga. As Kate Daniels faces her ultimate challenge, readers are taken on a thrilling journey that showcases the full scope of her growth, strength, and determination.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
Till Death do us Part…Really?
"Magic Binds," the ninth book in the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews, takes readers on a rollercoaster of emotions and action as Kate and Curran Lennart, the former Beast Lord, prepare to make their relationship official. However, the path to their wedding is fraught with formidable challenges that threaten not only their union but the very future of Atlanta.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
No Rest for the Wicked
"Magic Shifts," the eighth installment in the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews, marks a significant turning point for its protagonists. After stepping away from their roles within the Pack, mercenary Kate Daniels and her mate, Curran Lennart, the former Beast Lord, are adjusting to a new, slower-paced life. However, tranquility is short-lived in their world, and their resolve to stay out of Pack politics is soon tested.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
Being in Charge Sucks…
"Magic Breaks," the seventh book in the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews, plunges readers into a world where tension and danger are omnipresent. As the mate of Curran, the formidable Beast Lord, and a former mercenary herself, Kate Daniels finds her life becoming increasingly complex and perilous.
By Morgana Steele10 months ago in BookClub
