The Fractured Empire (World Apart, #1)
Robin D. Mahle
Clark and Adelaide think their lives can’t get any worse. Until they meet each other. Adelaide — heiress to the wealthiest man in the Ceithren Empire — has felt a void since her sister’s death. Just as she’s resigned herself to the empty life her father chose for her, a relic from a world that shouldn’t exist plunges her into chaos. Clark — son of the greatest terrorist the empire has ever known — is still reeling from his father’s death. Since then, his life has boiled down to two things: his brothers and his next mission. When his mission to bring back a mystical artifact goes awry, he’s forced to choose between getting the job done and saving the life of a spoiled socialite. But Clark isn’t the only one after the artifact. He and Adelaide must work together to survive… if only they can manage to avoid killing each other before their enemies have the chance.
Publication Year: 2023
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I have no idea where to start. There were so many things that I loved about this book, and it was nothing like I was expecting. The characters were easy to relate to, and each had their own little moments where you loved them or hated them.
I think my favourite thing about this book was the fact that assumed it was in medieval times - with the ruling monarchs, princes and princess, swords, etc - but then you're surprised to find that it has modern technology/advanced technology. It was such an interesting twist that I never expected.
I loved the development of the relationships, and how none of it was easy or immediate. They all progressed at a reasonable rate, that didn't make you scoff because it happened too quickly and was too predictable.
The only little, tiny, insignificant complaint I had was just that I wasn't a huge fan of the prologue chapters, or flashbacks scenes before each chapter. While it did give us an insight into the world before, I felt as though it was a little unnecessary, as it was explained quite well in the storyline itself.
I cannot wait to read the second book. Bring it on!!
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