'Upended Life' in the series 'Artemis University' by Erin R. Flynn follows the story of Tamsin, a strong and confident female protagonist who navigates through challenges of inheritance, magic, and university life. The plot is fast-moving, focusing on Tamsin's character development, her interactions with a diverse set of characters, and the magical world-building that adds depth to the story. The writing style is engaging, with a balance of showing and telling that brings the characters and their experiences to life. Despite some flaws in writing, readers appreciate the unique storyline, the captivating plot twists, and the overall fantasy elements that keep them invested in the series.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, each with unique traits that enhance the authenticity of their interactions and relationships.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style features a mix of showing and telling, creating an immersive narrative, though it has some repetitive elements.

Plot/Storyline:

The story is engaging and unique, centering on strong character development and deeper themes, moving beyond typical tropes.

Setting:

The story is set in a magical university, rich with various supernatural elements, creating an engaging fantasy backdrop.

Pacing:

Pacing in the narrative is mostly brisk, though moments of slower development focus on character acclimation and growth.

I slid on the latex gloves after he let me in the room so there was no chance I’d leave prints. Once I heard the click of the door closing, I acted. Throwing an elbow back into his chest, I grabbed hi...

Notes:

The series features a strong female main character, Tamsin, who is both physically strong and intelligent.

Tamsin undergoes significant character development as she navigates university life, magic, and personal challenges.

The author, Erin R. Flynn, takes care to show realistic responses to trauma and character growth over time.

The book avoids cliches, presenting relationships that develop gradually rather than through instant love.

Consistency is praised, as the author manages many plot elements without dropping any.

The series is part of a larger collection that is ongoing, with the latest book being number 21.

The writing style has both strengths and weaknesses, including a tendency for excessive telling instead of showing.

The magical world is described as having a level of physics that adds depth to the setting.

While Tamsin is powerful and confident, her character also deals with issues of trust and accepting help from others.

Readers appreciate the range of relationships and dynamics among characters, which adds to the story's realism.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The story includes medium content warnings, addressing themes of trauma and potential for intense situations.

Has Romance?

There is a medium level of romance present, characterized by complex relationships that evolve over time.

From The Publisher:

My name is Tamsin Vale and my life is about to get real… Really complicated and ridiculously dangerous. Which is almost funny given at nineteen I already know too much of the darkness of the world and people, the secrets they keep. Or so I thought. Turns out those quirky abilities I've been keeping secret expose me to a world I didn't know existed. Sure, I knew I wasn't human-but how exactly do I find out more without ending up in the wrong hands? And I'm not so sure I'm in the right hands now given some of the reactions to finding me. They say I'm the last fairy. I'm not sure I should trust them when their thoughts are mostly of power and how to use me. But I'm also not sure I have much of a choice. My powers are dangerous and I don't know how to use them. They promise to teach me what I need to know and give me a chance at something I've never had before. A normal life. I don't think anything about Artemis University and those who attend is normal, but it's still better than the life I've been living if they keep half their promises. I think hoping they'll keep half is generous. Artemis University is a hot burning reverse harem, university-age paranormal academy series with darker elements, strong language, violence, and a heroine who follows her own moral compass of what is right… And who she ends up giving her heart to.

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