Official Review: Amulet's Rapture by Linnea Tanner

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Re: Official Review: Amulet's Rapture by Linnea Tanner

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Great review though I haven't read the first and second series of Amulet's Rapture I'm very ready to read through the third series and figure out how Marcellus and Catrin love story will go and if Catrin will be able to escape.
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I find today's BOTD interesting and humourous. The plot and setting adds a lot of flovour to the story. The themes of love, vengeance, faith, patience adds a lot of spices to this book. I'm sure readers will find it difficult putting down this book not after the last page has been read. Thanks for this review.
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Post by MAHAD BAIG MIRZA »

Your review of Amulet's Rapture is a well-rounded and engaging analysis. It does an excellent job summarizing key plot points while also highlighting the emotional depth and strength of the protagonist, Catrin. I especially like how you touch on the historical and mythical elements, making it appealing to both fans of historical fiction and fantasy. The way you balance personal likes and dislikes creates a quality, thoughtful critique.
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A story as old as time, forbidden love. Love the era, love the characters, love the story. Congrats on BOTD!
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Post by Joule Mwendwa »

Thanks for a free copy! A complicated romance story sounds captivating. I can't wait to follow Marcellus and Catrin's story to get the full juice. Nice review.
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The story is about difficult subjects, but Tanner doesn't get by with excessive amounts of violence or cases of sexual assault to liven up the action; he relies on the psychological and emotional stresses.
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Post by Ukaegbu Confidence »

Having read the other books in this series, I am so ready for this third installment. I can't wait to get back to Catrin and Marcellus's forbidden Love story.
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Historical romance set in a forbidden relationship. A life as a tortured servant seems terrible, and Catrin seems to have to face a lot of hardship. Even though I'm not the biggest fan of historical fiction, this sounds like a captivating love tale. Congrats on BOTD.
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I wonder what life would be like for Catrin. Moving from a life of comfort to slavery won't be easy. The book's plot is intriguing.
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It's great that there's a summary of the first two books for those who haven't read them. A female gladiator who can turn into a raven sounds fascinating. It sounds like an interesting action-packed novel set in a world long ago. Thank you for your informative review.
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The book has really come a long way. From the romance between Marcellius and Caitlin. The previous book ended with Caitlin capture and enslavement. In this Book 3, will she be rescued. I feel like I might need to get the other books in series.
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"Amulet's Rapture" by Linnea Tanner entails Roman soldier Marcellus Antonius struggling with lost memories and a complex affair, while his Druid warrior wife, Catrin, faces captivity and gladiator training in Gaul.
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Just one paragraph into your review and my heart broke. Marcel why?!
Surprisingly, I really am excited to at least know if they would get back together. Surprisingly because I am not an avid reader of romance. Nice review up there as well. Must have really enjoyed the book.
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Post by Ganeefa Karan »

I haven't read the previous books in this series, so I appreciate the summary in the beginning. I'm not very fond of historical fiction; however, I'm intrigued by the plots and twists that the book seems to depict.
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"Amulet's Rapture" by Linnea Tanner is a captivating historical romance. With a strong, fearless heroine, vivid settings, and intricate plotting, this 4-star novel excels. A must-read for fans of ancient Roman and Celtic fiction, romance, and adventure.
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