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Ellenessia's Curse Book 1: The Shadow's Seer

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Ellenessia's Curse is one of the few books that hold the unique distinction of so thoroughly engrossing me that I read it in one long marathon reading session. I was simply unable to put it down longer than it took for me to grab something from the fridge or visit the throne room ;-) The characterization in this book is brilliant and the world is beautifully depicted, and both of these are accomplished without the text becoming tedious (something that makes it hard for me to enjoy a lot of fantasy books). I never had a problem seeing the characters and settings in my mind. It was easy to identify with Prince Candale and come to care for him. His friendship with Teveriel is charming and surprising in that it is not a type of relationship I have often found in fantasy writing. All in all, this book left me wanting more, and not just because of the ending.

I have already read this book more than once and will surely return to it again when the mood strikes me. It is a great book for immersing yourself in and forgetting the troubles of the real world (That's why we all read stories, isn't it?). I'm (not so) patiently awaiting the next book in the series, and in the meantime I can always go back and relive the first.

If you love the world of magic and days of old you will LOVE Fran Jacobs. Her land of Carnia catches hold of you from the first page and with her beautifully written characters you will find it hard to put the book down.

The Shadow Seer, Book One of Ellenesia's Curse, is the compelling tale of the handsome, young and pure Prince Candale of the Kingdom of Carnia, whose growing pains spur on his burgeoning gifts as a prophet and seer; threatening to spiral out of control, into madness. Fran Jacobs' epical story of swords and sorcery, mages and bards, witches, warriors and demons is teeming with intrigue; uniquely depicting the classic battle between good and evil - as the fate of the world hinges upon the chaotic Prince Candale. Jacobs particularly shines as the creator of highly identifiable characters, whose imperfections and idiosyncrasies make a colossal impact.