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Legendborn (The Legendborn Cycle Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 11,772 ratings

An Instant New York Times Bestseller!
Winner of the Coretta Scott King - John Steptoe for New Talent Author Award

Filled with mystery and an intriguingly rich magic system, Tracy Deonn’s YA contemporary fantasy reinvents the King Arthur legend and “braids together Southern folk traditions and Black Girl Magic into a searing modern tale of grief, power, and self-discovery” (Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles).

After her mother dies in an accident, sixteen-year-old Bree Matthews wants nothing to do with her family memories or childhood home. A residential program for bright high schoolers at UNC–Chapel Hill seems like the perfect escape—until Bree witnesses a magical attack her very first night on campus.

A flying demon feeding on human energies.

A secret society of so called “Legendborn” students that hunt the creatures down.

And a mysterious teenage mage who calls himself a “Merlin” and who attempts—and fails—to wipe Bree’s memory of everything she saw.

The mage’s failure unlocks Bree’s own unique magic and a buried memory with a hidden connection: the night her mother died, another Merlin was at the hospital. Now that Bree knows there’s more to her mother’s death than what’s on the police report, she’ll do whatever it takes to find out the truth, even if that means infiltrating the Legendborn as one of their initiates.

She recruits Nick, a self-exiled Legendborn with his own grudge against the group, and their reluctant partnership pulls them deeper into the society’s secrets—and closer to each other. But when the Legendborn reveal themselves as the descendants of King Arthur’s knights and explain that a magical war is coming, Bree has to decide how far she’ll go for the truth and whether she should use her magic to take the society down—or join the fight.

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“A King Arthur reimagining that adds seats to the roundtable, inviting new readers to find themselves within its lore, Tracy Deonn’s Legendborn braids southern folk traditions and Black Girl Magic into a searing modern tale of grief, power, and self-discovery.” (Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles )

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Legendborn is an enthralling, standout modern fantasy about history and power, and Deonn is an author to watch." (Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author )

"Legendborn is intoxicating, electrifying, and resonates with a deep understanding and vulnerable adoration of what it is to be a Black girl searching for the magic of herself. Tracy Deonn captivates you from page one with her perfect pacing, exhilarating plotting, and a command of storytelling that cannot be ignored. This book will hold everything you are hostage until, page by page, you discover how it has actually set you free." (LL McKinney, author of the critically acclaimed Nightmare-Verse series )

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Legendborn is a thrilling and tense fantasy that weaves Arthurian adventure with southern Black culture into a story that had me shouting. It will hook readers from the very beginning and leave them breathless until the final, mind-blowing revelation." (Kwame Mbalia, New York Times bestselling author of the Tristan Strong series. )

“Perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare and Kiersten White, Tracy Deonn's unique reimagining of Arthurian legend is full of magic and heart. A brilliant debut!” (Ashley Poston, National Best-Selling Author of Geekerella )

"
Legendborn is a remarkable debut that should firmly place Tracy Deonn on every fantasy and contemporary YA reader's radar. Deft and insightful blending of Arthurian legend and Southern Black American history make for an engrossing tale of mystery, romance, and finding your place in the world?—an absolute must-read!" (Alyssa Cole, award-winning romance author )

Sixteen-year-old Black whiz kid Bree Matthews battles grief and demonic forces on her college campus.

After her mother dies in an accident, Bree begins a residential program for enterprising teens at her mother’s alma mater and, soon after her arrival, witnesses a magical attack that triggers hidden memories about the evening her mother was killed. Haunted by the fact that their final conversation was an argument, Bree begins a redemptive quest to uncover the connection between her mother’s death and the university’s secret society, the Order of the Round Table, joining their ranks as an initiate and unwittingly stumbling into a centuries-old supernatural war. While competing in the tournament that determines entry to the society, Bree discovers the truth about her heretofore unknown magical abilities, unwinding a complex history that showcases the horrors chattel slavery in the American South perpetuates on the descendants of all involved. Push through clunky expositions and choppy transitions that interrupt the cohesion of the text to discover solid character development that brings forward contemporary, thoughtful engagement with the representation, or lack thereof, of race in canonical Arthurian lore and mythologies. Representation of actualized, strong queer characters is organic, not forced, and so are textual conversations around emotional wellness and intergenerational trauma. Well-crafted allusions to established legends and other literary works are delightful easter eggs.

Don’t look over sea or under stone,
this is the fantasy novel for all once and future fans of suspense-filled storytelling. (author's note) (Fantasy. 14-18) (Kirkus Reviews July 15, 2020)

*DEONN, Tracy. Legendborn. 512p. S. & S./Simon Pulse. Sept. 2020. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781534441606.

Gr 8 Up–In Deonn’s rich and explosive debut, readers are introduced to a meticulously-built world of magic with roots in Arthurian legend and traditions of the African American South. After her mother’s death, Bree enters an Early College program, despite still processing her grief. It’s not long before she’s pulled into a secret society, and is pushed by circumstance into dangerous tournaments to go from Page to Squire all while watching her back for the demons who would kill her. This book discusses pertinent topics such as institutional racism, intergenerational trauma, and feminism with grace and a natural, unforced style. Readers will delight in a delicious love triangle that promises to get more delectable with a sequel. Though heavy at times with exposition, the novel provides plenty of scenes rife with action and emotion. Deonn pulls off a surprise ending that will urge readers to start from the beginning, to collect the clues laid along the way. ­VERDICT A promising series debut perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare’s City of Bones and Maggie Stiefvater’s The Raven Boys. This book underscores the movement for more inclusive versions of traditional Western narratives, and will be a favorite of contemporary fantasy readers. Highly recommended.–Abby Hargreaves, DC P.L. (School Library Journal STARRED REVIEW July 2020)

The African diaspora blends with Arthurian legend in Deonn’s dynamic YA fantasy debut, reminiscent of
City of Bones. On her first two nights at the University of North Carolina’s Early College program, 16-year-old Bree Matthews, who is Black, witnesses otherworldly demonic attacks that most other students can’t see. When a strong mage’s attempt to alter Bree’s memories fails, she recovers the recent events alongside a brief recollection from the night of her mother’s death, three months prior—a fragment that she realizes another mesmerist sought to hide. Convinced the campus incidents have something to do with her mom’s sudden end, Bree persuades peer mentor Nick to help her infiltrate the magical Order of the Round Table, the historically white, deeply racist secret society that he was born into, and which is committed to hunting the demons. Bree struggles as the Order’s sole Black member and page, but outside Black female practitioners offer help via a different means of magic, and Bree must decide which path will give her the most answers about both her mother and herself. Though hazy exposition initially slows the narrative, Deonn adeptly employs the haunting history of the American South (“the low buzzing sound of exclusion”) to explore themes of ancestral pain, grief, and love, balancing them with stimulating worldbuilding and multiple thrilling plot twists. Ages 14–up. Agent: Penny Moore, Aevitas Creative. (Sept.) (Publishers Weekly August 3, 2020)

About the Author

Tracy Deonn is the #1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of The Legendborn Cycle. After earning her master’s degree in communication and performance studies, Tracy worked in live theater, video game production, and K–12 education. When she’s not writing, Tracy reads comics and fanfic, dreams up new magic systems, and keeps an eye out for ginger-flavored everything. She can be found online at @TracyDeonn and TracyDeonn.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B084GB4YZQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Margaret K. McElderry Books (September 15, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 15, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4672 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 511 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1398543802
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Tracy Deonn is the #1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of The Legendborn Cycle. After earning her master’s degree in communication and performance studies, Tracy worked in live theater, video game production, and K–12 education. When she’s not writing, Tracy reads comics and fanfic, dreams up new magic systems, and keeps an eye out for ginger-flavored everything. She can be found online at @TracyDeonn.

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Customers find the story gripping and unique. They appreciate the compelling characters and well-developed relationships. The writing is excellent and praise the author's ability to intertwine black history with the mythology. Readers appreciate the depth and world-building, describing the book as insightful and exciting. They praise the well-paced action and intense ending. The book deals with grief in a heartfelt manner, reminding readers that they are still children trying to cope.

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Customers find the story engaging and unique. They describe it as a gripping adventure with compelling characters and an unexpected plot twist. The book blends classic Arthurian legends with fresh ideas and provides a new perspective on privilege and legacy. Readers appreciate the many twists and turns that keep them hooked.

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Customers find the characters compelling and easy to digest. They appreciate the main character being a black woman and the supporting cast as well. The book provides strong LGBTQ+ representation and is perfect for fans of King Arthur.

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Customers praise the writing quality of the book. They appreciate the author's ability to intertwine black history with King Arthur's tale. The narrator is described as fantastic. Readers find the book powerful, dense, and honest, mentioning that it's written by a woman of color.

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Customers find the book insightful and exciting. They appreciate the complex realities of its characters' lives, and the mythos makes this read exciting. The world-building is wonderful, and the characterization is full-bodied. Readers find the book important and appreciate the representation in it.

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Customers find the book's writing engaging and heartfelt. They appreciate the author's personal trauma and how it's expressed in a wonderful way. The story explores grief, love, generational trauma, and healing. The characters feel Bree's loneliness and the keys to unlocking their grief.

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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2023
    On the surface Legendborn is a modern take on the legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table - but for me that was just the foundation, and all of the stories and characters Tracy Deonn built upon that legend are what make this such an intriguing tale and one I highly recommend.

    We follow Bree, a very smart 16 year old girl getting ready to enter the early college program at UNC Chapel Hill with her best friend Alice. Her mother died in a car accident the day after she and Bree fought, casting a pall over everything as Bree dissociates into ‘after Bree’ with walls she puts up to protect herself.

    From the first night things take an unexpected turn - joining an older friend in a forbidden trip off campus, Bree stumbles upon lights and images and things she cannot explain, and an older teen who is able to do things and produce objects that make no sense to her. That teen powerfully suggests everyone leave, and they do until Bree feels the suggestive fog clear and returns to see the rest of an unbelievable battle. She finds herself in a police car, before the dean, and forced to take on a peer mentor to help her keep on the right track.

    Along the way she deals with the racism you would expect for the ‘good old boy’ North Carolina establishment. She also meets characters you will love or hate - Sel, Tor, Nick, William, Davis, Isaac, Fitz, Sarah, Greer, Vaughn, Witty, Patricia, Mariah, and others.

    The characters and their relationships - and the way the Arthurian legend is told and wrapped around 21st century life - makes for a fast paced and intriguing read. There are a number of things you simply wouldn’t have seen coming but fall into line perfectly once you know.

    A specific goal for me has been improving the diversity of authors and experiences I enjoy, and I love how the book doesn’t shy away from racism in many blunt and nuanced forms, and also shows people as fully formed individuals regardless of background, gender or sexual identity or preference. It celebrates the differences without pretending those differences don’t exist - and I loved that!

    My only criticism has to do with ages - Bree is 16 and feels mature for that age but not unreasonable, but some of the other characters who are supposedly juniors or seniors at the university are only 18 while others talk about helping the ‘under 21s’ get served. I feel this was done to not have 16 year olds romantically involved with 22 year olds, but it still took me out of the story a couple of times.

    I only found out about Legendborn as people were getting ready for the sequel, and for me that is exciting as I got to finish the first book and dive right into the next one! And Legendborn certainly leaves things wide open for a sequel while closing up many threads. Not a low-stakes book, so definitely be aware of potential triggers, but it is one of the better books I’ve read in the past year.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2023
    Where do I even start explaining why this book is such a wonderful one?
    For one, and probably the thing I loved the most about it, was the level of maturity and emotional awareness this book had. How insanely refreshing it is to have a young character who is so reflective, complex, strong, and kind.
    So often, especially with Y/A novels in the fantasy subgenre, there is this tendency to write protagonists with surface-level issues, one-dimensional personalities, and tunnel vision when it comes to anything besides their own immediate emotions.
    Bree is an incredibly refreshing character, and a needed one, in the world of Y/A fiction.
    She is reflective, caring, and in touch with her own- as well as her friends and family's emotions.
    I truly cannot begin to explain how wonderfully written her emotional journey was.

    It took me some time to get fully immersed in the book as it was quite the information dump to begin with, but the whole novel was wonderfully written, with wonderful characters so it didn't even matter all that much.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2023
    Legendborn by Tracy Deonn is a highly imaginative and action-packed fantasy novel that is sure to captivate its readers. The book follows the journey of Bree Matthews as she embarks on a thrilling journey of magic, mystery, and adventure.

    One of the most impressive aspects of Legendborn is how it blends classic Arthurian legends with fresh and innovative ideas to create a unique and engaging story. The initiation scene in the order is a standout moment that perfectly showcases the world building, character development, and tension building skills of the author. The scene is both intense and intriguing, making for a truly memorable reading experience.

    Another highlight of the book is the unexpected twist at the end. Deonn does a fantastic job of keeping readers on their toes and delivering a satisfying conclusion that ties together all the different elements of the story. The hierarchy of the order is a bit confusing at times, with a lot of information to absorb, but once you get past the initial info-dump, the story becomes easier to follow and enjoy.

    However, there were a few areas where the book fell short. The romantic relationship between Nick and Bree felt underdeveloped, and the author didn't quite succeed in making the reader understand why Nick was so head over heels in love with Bree. As a result, this aspect of the story felt lackluster and unsatisfying.

    In conclusion, Legendborn is a fun and exciting fantasy read that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre. Although it has a few flaws, the overall writing, world building, and plot twists make up for them, making it a highly recommended read. With a 4 out of 5 stars rating, Legendborn is well worth your time and attention.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024
    I enjoyed this story very much. The several mysteries tied together nicely. The descriptions of the characters and settings were clear. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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  • Kyla Wellington
    5.0 out of 5 stars Legendborn
    Reviewed in Canada on December 21, 2024
    Briana Matthew’s is a young black girl in the south, who after experiencing the loss of her mother, attempts to infiltrate a secret society. She’s on a mission to uncover what really happened to her mother. Along the way she learns about her own history and powers and how she is connected to a legacy she couldn’t have predicted.

    I did not think i was gonna love this book as much as i do. It gave me adventure, romance, mystery and fantasy. It touched on race and its ever present challenges, as well as, trauma (her own and inherited from her ancestors). We see how holding onto the grief of loss stops her from remembering the love that she experienced from the person she lost. All in all, this is just a great book. A modern spin on King Arthur and his knights table.

    I would also like to say, I am team Nick as her man but i also LOVE Sel. Maybe that could be her bestie?!?! Or maybe they could be a throuple?!?!

    I’m a Legendborn STAN now.
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    Kyla Wellington
    5.0 out of 5 stars Legendborn
    Reviewed in Canada on December 21, 2024
    Briana Matthew’s is a young black girl in the south, who after experiencing the loss of her mother, attempts to infiltrate a secret society. She’s on a mission to uncover what really happened to her mother. Along the way she learns about her own history and powers and how she is connected to a legacy she couldn’t have predicted.

    I did not think i was gonna love this book as much as i do. It gave me adventure, romance, mystery and fantasy. It touched on race and its ever present challenges, as well as, trauma (her own and inherited from her ancestors). We see how holding onto the grief of loss stops her from remembering the love that she experienced from the person she lost. All in all, this is just a great book. A modern spin on King Arthur and his knights table.

    I would also like to say, I am team Nick as her man but i also LOVE Sel. Maybe that could be her bestie?!?! Or maybe they could be a throuple?!?!

    I’m a Legendborn STAN now.
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  • Isabella Silva
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente calidad
    Reviewed in Mexico on November 29, 2024
    Llego muy protegido y en excelente estado
  • Lectrice
    5.0 out of 5 stars Juste incroyable
    Reviewed in France on November 4, 2023
    Je sais que mes mots ne seront pas assez pour décrire cette masterpiece vraiment. les personnages sont incroyables, l’intrigue est incroyables, le système de magie juste super intéressant, et les rebondissements ? Imprévisibles et mind blowing. Je ne peux que recommander ce livre !
  • Laura Machado
    5.0 out of 5 stars Uma surpresa maravilhosa, complexa e emocionante!
    Reviewed in Brazil on February 24, 2021
    Esse livro foi uma das maiores surpresas da minha vida! Antes de ler, me recomendaram falando que era uma fantasia urbana no estilo de Caçadores das Sombras, que tinha a ver com o Rei Arthur e que era bom. Só isso. Ninguém me disse que eu encontraria um choque de dois mundos mágicos, uma protagonista passando por um luto intenso e se descobrindo enquanto desvenda esses dois mundos e um romance que me deu até frio na barriga! Ninguém me preparou para o quão complexo e cheio de camadas o enredo seria!

    Eu já costumo parar e anotar os acontecimentos dos livros que leio, mas confesso que são poucos os que me obrigam a fazer isso para acompanhar todos os detalhes. Este foi assim, mas por uma boa razão. A autora não força explicações sobre o universo e as regras da Ordem do nada, nem faz a protagonista descobrir mais do que é de seu interesse. Tem algumas cenas em que informações foram cortadas e mistérios prolongados, sim, mas nenhum foi sem motivo. Bree está passando por um luto que veio acompanhado de um transtorno que a impede de superar a morte de sua mãe. Fez total sentido ela não ter cabeça para qualquer coisa a qualquer momento.

    Acho que ela foi descobrindo tudo devagar como devia ser e o final, ainda que fosse algo que eu já esperava, foi bem interessante! É possível que pessoas que conheçam a história do Rei Arthur se surpreendam e percebam detalhes que eu não percebi, mas conheço muito pouco! Achei que o enredo teve um ritmo ótimo, em nenhum momento cheguei a ficar entediada e só queria ler mais e mais!

    Também gostei muito do romance! Acho que a Bree e seu interesse romântico têm muita química e eu gostei demais de vários momentos entre eles! Mas, a partir de um pouco mais da metade para a frente, eles simplesmente viram um casal (do nada). O desenvolvimento da relação entre eles é colocado de lado e esquecido, chegando a fazer com que eu me desapegasse um pouco de tudo que tinha sido cultivado antes. Sei por fato o que aconteceu e como eles se sentem, mas a própria sensação de uma relação que ainda precisa crescer foi esquecida.

    Nem sei se estou fazendo muito sentido, mas vamos a algumas outras pequenas críticas? Antes de mais nada, a mais besta: a Bree desmaia demais! Demais mesmo! Acho que ela desmaiou umas oito vezes nesse livro, senão mais. Se alguma coisa impactante acontecia, logo estava ela desmaiando, mesmo que fosse para acordar dali a segundos e voltar à ação. Não tenho a menor ideia do que levou a autora a fazer ela passar por isso tantas vezes, a ponto de quebrar um pouco a imagem de forte e resistente que ela tinha por causa de outros momentos.

    Outra coisa que me incomodou foi a Bree entrar para uma competição que exigia muito dela fisicamente quando ela não tinha qualquer preparo ou experiência anterior, nunca treinava direito e, quando treinava, era muito pouco. Seria bem fácil incluir sessões de treinamento clandestinas entre ela e Nick ou qualquer outra pessoa. Não só para aprender sobre a Ordem, mas para preencher essa lacuna entre uma garota comum que nunca teve motivo para aprender a lutar com espada a uma que se dê bem o suficiente para ser a protagonista deste livro. Me fiz acreditar que ela teve um desempenho possível porque eu queria, não porque veio naturalmente.

    Outra coisa que me incomodou foi que, depois de um certo ponto, Nick se torna um fantoche completo que só aparece se for para ficar com raiva à toa. Ficou tão caricato, que achei que a autora estava encaminhando apressadamente para um triângulo amoroso, mas não foi bem assim. Aliás, ainda bem que ela resolveu não fazer um triângulo. Ainda tem a tensão entre a Bree e outro personagem, mas teria sido rápido e forçado demais se tivesse se tornado algo romântico. Por enquanto, só poderia ter melhorado a personalidade do Nick e a mantido mais coerente com o que ele apresentou no começo.

    Uma coisa que eu tinha esquecido de falar, mas que acho extremamente essencial: o Selwyn é agressivo e até violento demais com a Bree desde o começo e é completamente gratuito. Mesmo que ele suspeite dela, não acho que esse nível de hostilidade é justificado. Por sorte, a autora fez questão de mostrar outro lado dele, mas ainda acho que vou guardar um ranço dele para sempre por causa da sua atitude no começo.

    Chega de críticas, porque todas elas são pequenas e em nenhum momento estragaram o livro. Eu adorei os personagens secundários, a terapeuta, a colega de quarto, o pai de Bree e todos os outros personagens que se aproximaram dela durante a iniciação da Ordem, como ê Greer, o Whitty, a Sarah e o William. Gostei muito do Nick também, e no final acabei gostando mais do Selwyn. Mas minha parte favorita foi a história dela com a mãe, do universo do lado de lá e de ver o protagonismo de uma garota negra no meio de uma Ordem fantástica criada por colonizadores com membros que se acham os incríveis maravilhosos e poderosos sem os quais o mundo pereceria, como se fossem os únicos a receberem poderes e salvarem o mundo. Amei também a conexão entre o passado e o presente, ainda que dolorosa.

    Estou louca para ver o que vem no próximo livro! Esse foi só o primeiro! Essa montanha-russa de emoções, de acontecimentos, reviravoltas e descobertas foi só o primeiro! Acho que tem conteúdo e pontencial para se tornar uma série longa. A única limitação é por ser escrito na primeira pessoa, então só dá para irmos até onde a Bree for. Mas estou bem ansiosa mesmo para descobrir como vai ser a partir de agora, porque o final foi de tirar o fôlego (como várias outras cenas pelo livro) e a última reviravolta vai abalar tudo a partir do segundo livro!

    Recomendo completamente. Eu estava lendo em ebook e ainda fiz questão de comprar em livro físico porque precisava ter Legendborn na minha estante! Estou bem feliz pela Intrínseca ter decidido publicar e fiquei só com um pouco de dó do tradutor, porque esse livro não é fácil de traduzir, nem um pouco. Mas é muito rico, interessante e divertido para não ser publicado aqui! Estou só esperando lançar para fazer ainda mais propaganda e recomendação!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Uma surpresa maravilhosa, complexa e emocionante!
    Reviewed in Brazil on February 24, 2021
    Esse livro foi uma das maiores surpresas da minha vida! Antes de ler, me recomendaram falando que era uma fantasia urbana no estilo de Caçadores das Sombras, que tinha a ver com o Rei Arthur e que era bom. Só isso. Ninguém me disse que eu encontraria um choque de dois mundos mágicos, uma protagonista passando por um luto intenso e se descobrindo enquanto desvenda esses dois mundos e um romance que me deu até frio na barriga! Ninguém me preparou para o quão complexo e cheio de camadas o enredo seria!

    Eu já costumo parar e anotar os acontecimentos dos livros que leio, mas confesso que são poucos os que me obrigam a fazer isso para acompanhar todos os detalhes. Este foi assim, mas por uma boa razão. A autora não força explicações sobre o universo e as regras da Ordem do nada, nem faz a protagonista descobrir mais do que é de seu interesse. Tem algumas cenas em que informações foram cortadas e mistérios prolongados, sim, mas nenhum foi sem motivo. Bree está passando por um luto que veio acompanhado de um transtorno que a impede de superar a morte de sua mãe. Fez total sentido ela não ter cabeça para qualquer coisa a qualquer momento.

    Acho que ela foi descobrindo tudo devagar como devia ser e o final, ainda que fosse algo que eu já esperava, foi bem interessante! É possível que pessoas que conheçam a história do Rei Arthur se surpreendam e percebam detalhes que eu não percebi, mas conheço muito pouco! Achei que o enredo teve um ritmo ótimo, em nenhum momento cheguei a ficar entediada e só queria ler mais e mais!

    Também gostei muito do romance! Acho que a Bree e seu interesse romântico têm muita química e eu gostei demais de vários momentos entre eles! Mas, a partir de um pouco mais da metade para a frente, eles simplesmente viram um casal (do nada). O desenvolvimento da relação entre eles é colocado de lado e esquecido, chegando a fazer com que eu me desapegasse um pouco de tudo que tinha sido cultivado antes. Sei por fato o que aconteceu e como eles se sentem, mas a própria sensação de uma relação que ainda precisa crescer foi esquecida.

    Nem sei se estou fazendo muito sentido, mas vamos a algumas outras pequenas críticas? Antes de mais nada, a mais besta: a Bree desmaia demais! Demais mesmo! Acho que ela desmaiou umas oito vezes nesse livro, senão mais. Se alguma coisa impactante acontecia, logo estava ela desmaiando, mesmo que fosse para acordar dali a segundos e voltar à ação. Não tenho a menor ideia do que levou a autora a fazer ela passar por isso tantas vezes, a ponto de quebrar um pouco a imagem de forte e resistente que ela tinha por causa de outros momentos.

    Outra coisa que me incomodou foi a Bree entrar para uma competição que exigia muito dela fisicamente quando ela não tinha qualquer preparo ou experiência anterior, nunca treinava direito e, quando treinava, era muito pouco. Seria bem fácil incluir sessões de treinamento clandestinas entre ela e Nick ou qualquer outra pessoa. Não só para aprender sobre a Ordem, mas para preencher essa lacuna entre uma garota comum que nunca teve motivo para aprender a lutar com espada a uma que se dê bem o suficiente para ser a protagonista deste livro. Me fiz acreditar que ela teve um desempenho possível porque eu queria, não porque veio naturalmente.

    Outra coisa que me incomodou foi que, depois de um certo ponto, Nick se torna um fantoche completo que só aparece se for para ficar com raiva à toa. Ficou tão caricato, que achei que a autora estava encaminhando apressadamente para um triângulo amoroso, mas não foi bem assim. Aliás, ainda bem que ela resolveu não fazer um triângulo. Ainda tem a tensão entre a Bree e outro personagem, mas teria sido rápido e forçado demais se tivesse se tornado algo romântico. Por enquanto, só poderia ter melhorado a personalidade do Nick e a mantido mais coerente com o que ele apresentou no começo.

    Uma coisa que eu tinha esquecido de falar, mas que acho extremamente essencial: o Selwyn é agressivo e até violento demais com a Bree desde o começo e é completamente gratuito. Mesmo que ele suspeite dela, não acho que esse nível de hostilidade é justificado. Por sorte, a autora fez questão de mostrar outro lado dele, mas ainda acho que vou guardar um ranço dele para sempre por causa da sua atitude no começo.

    Chega de críticas, porque todas elas são pequenas e em nenhum momento estragaram o livro. Eu adorei os personagens secundários, a terapeuta, a colega de quarto, o pai de Bree e todos os outros personagens que se aproximaram dela durante a iniciação da Ordem, como ê Greer, o Whitty, a Sarah e o William. Gostei muito do Nick também, e no final acabei gostando mais do Selwyn. Mas minha parte favorita foi a história dela com a mãe, do universo do lado de lá e de ver o protagonismo de uma garota negra no meio de uma Ordem fantástica criada por colonizadores com membros que se acham os incríveis maravilhosos e poderosos sem os quais o mundo pereceria, como se fossem os únicos a receberem poderes e salvarem o mundo. Amei também a conexão entre o passado e o presente, ainda que dolorosa.

    Estou louca para ver o que vem no próximo livro! Esse foi só o primeiro! Essa montanha-russa de emoções, de acontecimentos, reviravoltas e descobertas foi só o primeiro! Acho que tem conteúdo e pontencial para se tornar uma série longa. A única limitação é por ser escrito na primeira pessoa, então só dá para irmos até onde a Bree for. Mas estou bem ansiosa mesmo para descobrir como vai ser a partir de agora, porque o final foi de tirar o fôlego (como várias outras cenas pelo livro) e a última reviravolta vai abalar tudo a partir do segundo livro!

    Recomendo completamente. Eu estava lendo em ebook e ainda fiz questão de comprar em livro físico porque precisava ter Legendborn na minha estante! Estou bem feliz pela Intrínseca ter decidido publicar e fiquei só com um pouco de dó do tradutor, porque esse livro não é fácil de traduzir, nem um pouco. Mas é muito rico, interessante e divertido para não ser publicado aqui! Estou só esperando lançar para fazer ainda mais propaganda e recomendação!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing, smart & heartwarming
    Reviewed in Italy on March 13, 2023
    Loved it and honestly was nice too related to certain situations that maybe you don't always get in certain genres. But overall a good read, finished it in 2 days lol

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