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Sorcery of Thorns By Margaret Rogerson




Sorcery of Thorns By Margaret Rogerson did not disappoint! I give this book a full 5 stars, and I am so thrilled I finally picked it up! This book sat on my TBR shelf for about four months. Y’all, that was five months too long! This standalone fantasy novel is uniquely thrilling, humorous, and inspiring. It’s a must read for all lovers of fantasy! 
Elisabeth was raised in the bowels of the library vowing to protect others from the evil of magic. Nathaniel is a sorcerer and the vilest kind, or at least his cold eyes say as much. When Elisabeth has to depend on the person she has grown up despising, she learns more about herself than she ever thought possible. Elisabeth, Nathaniel, and dear, sweet Silas teach us that the world is not always what we are taught and that people do not have to become what they are labeled.   
This is Rogerson’s sophomore novel, but the first story I have read by her. This world was created with such care and detail it could easily have spanned an entire series; however, she gives the reader a complete and fulfilling tale in a single installment. I'm ashamed to admit I was almost finished with book by time I realized what the meaning of the title, so be on the lookout for that when you start! The ending makes my heart happy, and Rogerson could just as easily stop or continue the story after the epilogue. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for more from these dear characters. 
I did have a hard time initially getting into the story which is rather unusual for me. Although some exciting events happened in the first third of the book, there was a lot of world and character building that almost fell flat for me. This was completely necessary for the reader to really develop a relationship with the world and characters, and it carried me throughout the rest of the book in a page turning fever. The length and details were both executed nicely, and the book was very well written.
Although I would describe this book as a YA/NA fantasy novel, I believe it would be appealing to readers of all ages and genres! If you love a good story, but hate waiting for the next book in a well written series to come out, this one is perfect for you! Feel free to leave your thoughts and comments as well as any great book recommendations in the comments!

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-XOXO Racheal


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