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Crow's Revenge

Book 1 in the series:Keeper of the Realms

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'Crow's Revenge' in the series 'Keeper of the Realms' by Marcus Alexander follows the thrilling adventures of the protagonist, Charlie Keeper, as she navigates the fantasy land of Bellania with dragons, strong female characters, and intense fight scenes. The writing style is described as captivating, fast-paced, and immersive, with themes of bravery, intelligence, and facing evil head-on.

Characters:

The characters are well-crafted, with Charlie being a standout, showcasing strength, humor, and relatability that resonate with readers.

Writing/Prose:

The writing combines humor with a descriptive style, immersing readers in the world and developing characters effectively.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative follows Charlie Keeper as she navigates the fantasy land of Bellania, facing challenges, all while subverting typical tropes found in female protagonists.

Setting:

Set in the fantastical realm of Bellania, the world is vividly painted, contributing to the overall immersion in the story.

Pacing:

The pacing starts slow but gains momentum, becoming faster and more engaging as the story unfolds.
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Notes:

The main character is Charlie Keeper, a strong female protagonist.
The story is set in a fantasy land called Bellania.
The book focuses on overcoming obstacles with wit, rather than romance or beauty.
The author Marcus Alexander is known for his humor and engaging social media presence.
The book has detailed descriptions that make characters and places easy to visualize.
Many readers appreciate the relatable and inspiring nature of Charlie as a character.
The series features three races: Humans, Stomen, and Tremen.
The narrative includes unique elements of magic based on biology instead of traditional arcane practices.
Some readers initially found the beginning chapters to be a bit cliché but enjoyed the story as it progressed.
The fight scenes are well-written and evoke a cinematic experience.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the sequel and believe the book would make a great movie.

From The Publisher:

Book one in this new fantasy adventure series, Keeper of the Realms.

'I've just had a flesh-eating giant tearing around my house and now I'm in this strange land I don't know anything about!'

CHARLIE KEEPER has been forced from her home by a bloodthirsty and terrifying stranger.

But in escaping she discovers her house holds the gateway to the REALM OF BELLANIA - a place of myth, magic . . . and an evil Lord with a very bad attitude.

NOW its fate rests squarely upon Charlie's shoulders. But before she can untangle the mystery that will save Bellania, she needs the answer to a life-changing secret her guardian, the dastardly Mr Crow, has been keeping from her . . . Just who is Charlie Keeper?

A contemporary fantasy adventure for 10+ with elements of The Wizard of Oz and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

Discover more at www.keeperoftherealms.com

+ Previously published as Who is Charlie Keeper?

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