Kingdom of Embers
Fans of The Vampire Diaries and Mortal Instruments rejoice at this fresh series with fated characters and age-old relics.
Her pale skin and weird diet make her a target at school. If only they, and she, knew the truth…
Seventeen-year-old Alena Scott is tired of pretending to be something she’s not. As an outlawed vampire-witch hybrid, she’s forced to abide by the oppressive secrecy imposed by her Vampire Chancellor mother. But she’ll have to ignore the rules when she comes face-to-face with a handsome, full-grown version of her childhood imaginary friend.
Shocked that he recognizes her as his own pretend play pal, the two embark on a quest to solve the mystery of their fantasized companionship. And as they unravel their entwined destinies, Alena realizes she holds the key to a curse which could free them all—or condemn witchkind to eternal suffering.
Can Alena and her impossibly familiar partner reverse an ancient spell before they’re sent to a mortal grave?
Kingdom of Embers is the first book in the enthralling Kingdom Journal YA urban fantasy series. If you like intriguing characters, shadowy magic, and a fresh twist on modern vampire storylines, then you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s heart-stopping tale.
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Kingdom Journals is a 5-book series with 4 released primary works first released in 2017 with contributions by Tricia Copeland.
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I received this book in a Goodreads Giveaway, but all thoughts and opinions are my own
What the heck is this book? I am so torn about liking since, but I think I'll lean towards the no side, unfortunately.
I totally loved the new look at doing vampires and witches. Eating raw or low-processed foods was so interesting, but then towards the end we see that blood is still a factor yet Alena didn't ask about it ever even thought it is a huge part of vampire folklore. We also weren't really told about the limitations of vampirism or explicitly told– which is nice because it helps us learn as we go... although this seemed to be the point of the cafe/bookstore even though that wasn't the reason she originally went there?
I loved the action towards the end, even if it felt rushed and not entirely explained... or I guess anti-climatic? I mean someone dies yet it isn't really given as much gravity as the horrible person who died earlier. THEN another person almost dies and I felt nothing because no one but the main character seemed to care/mind/be scared.... it was 'like, oh... whatever'
One of my biggest complaints was the relationships or way conversation went. Most conversations felt very stiff to me, or overly structured with little feeling. I never understood how she felt about Nick because I thought they were just friends until she started wondering who she liked Nick or Hunter? And Hunter?? How did they fall in love? The whole thing was so bland to me except she was always wanting to touch him. And Theron.... yes, this is more than a love triangle. Most of this girl's problems are because of boys. Side note: What kind of teachers don't say anything when they see/hear a student bullying another???
So, you might be wondering why 3 stars when I obviously am having troubles liking the book. Well, yes it is a slow slow build up to the end where we learn more, but I know many people who would probably enjoy this book and because of the ending, I'm assuming the second book will be better. Therefore, this is another one of those first book = setting up the story book.
I'd recommend this book to young teens who like light fantasy, but lean towards teen drama and contemporary.
