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Onyx & Ivory
Onyx & Ivory | Mindee Arnett
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At once fresh, at once classic, Onyx and Ivory is a page-turning blend of monsters, magic, and romance. Susan Dennard, New York Times bestselling author of Truthwitch Acclaimed author Mindee Arnett thrusts readers into a beautiful, dangerous, and magical world in this stunningly epic and romantic fantasy for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sarah Raasch. They call her Traitor Kate. Its a title Kate Brighton inherited from her father after he tried to assassinate the high king of Rime. Cast out of the nobility, Kate now works for the royal courier service. Only the most skilled ride for the Relay and only the fastest survive, for when night falls, the drakesdeadly flightless dragonscome out to hunt. Fortunately, Kate has a secret edge: She is a wilder, born with forbidden magic that allows her to influence the minds of animals. And its this magic that leads her to a caravan massacred by drakes in broad daylightthe only survivor Corwin Tormaine, the son of the king. Her first love, the boy she swore to forget after he condemned her father to death. With their paths once more entangled, Kate and Corwin must put the past behind them to face this new threat and an even darker menace stirring in the kingdom.
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PageShifter
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I loved friends & friendship in this book! Main characters had awesome close friends and I just loved that. Characters were likable.

This started mysteriously and it took some time to get into the story. I adored magic in this book - especially Kate's ability to communicate with horses.

Even though I really enjoyed this book I can't deny that the plot wasn't really unique.

#SeriesLove23

TheSpineView Fantastic!📖📚🌞 8mo
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Gryffleclaw95
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.5/5)

“Onyx & Ivory” was a great read. From its fast-paced plot, to its flawed characters and impressive world-building, I flew through this book. I also enjoyed the character development, and the few plot twists that mainly occur toward the end. Here‘s to hoping that the sequel doesn‘t disappoint.

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Bookish_Viking
Onyx & Ivory | Mindee Arnett
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#AlphabetGame #LetterO @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

A nice duology, fascinating story.

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Awesome cover!! 🖤🤍 Thank you for playing! 2y
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tracey38
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Mehso-so

Listened to this on audio and think I enjoyed it on audio more than if I had read it physically. Though it's been a bit since I've read fantasy, so maybe that's why. Only Mages in the kingdom of Rose can possess magic. Others who do are called Wilders and are rounded up and killed, which is weird to me. But I liked the main characters and again, the audio was good. Between a pick and so-so

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jon_dottingly
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Overall, fantastic book. I had a hard time putting it down. Arnett did an excellent job tying everything together. The characters are lovable, and the world is rich in lore. Highly recommend. I even picked up the sequel and can't wait to read it.

-- Mae Baynes

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Court7
Onyx & Ivory | Mindee Arnett
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It's been a while since I've enjoyed a book this much! Felt like a return to beloved YA fantasy of my youth.

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Books88
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It's a beautiful evening. Perfect weather for outdoor reading.

ShelleyBooksie Love your nails! 3y
Books88 @ShelleyBooksie thank you! 💕 3y
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SilverShanica
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I am posting one book per day from my to-be-read collection. No description and providing no reason for wanting to read it, I just do. Some will be old, some will be new - don‘t judge me I have a lot of books.
Join the fun if you want. This is day 101
#bookstoread
#tbrpile
#bookstagram

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CorLostForWords
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Loving this read right now! It‘s very intriguing, and atmospheric. 😍😍 Love it!

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Lyssa131330
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Flashback to last week when I spent the day reading on my favourite beach (with healthy snacks of course). The cloud cover kept the crowds away and I think it‘s the most relaxed I‘ve been in years 😎

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sparrowssavvy
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Pickpick

I quite liked this book but nothing about it truly wowed me. I‘ll probably pick up the second instalment at some point. Had some good ideas but I wasn‘t as invested as I am with some other books.

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Becca.in.a.book
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Listening to an audiobook while grading! Happy Saturday! ❤️

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jackilynn
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Pickpick
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bullbunny
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Day 7 of #7days7covers challenge tagged by @Endowarrior21

If you haven't done it yet, you're TAGGED

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sparrowssavvy
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The boyfriend treated me to a bookstore visit 😍

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pythoness
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Accomplished the beautiful feat of getting a library card and immediately checking out a decent amount of books. Fifteen, to be exact.

Still need to finish Nevernight, of course, but I‘m suddenly suspecting I‘ll be much more able to finish my goal of reading 200 (or 250, ideally) books this year.

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bibli0phagist
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Only 4 chapters into the book and I‘m already hooked!

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GypsyKat
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I got quite the #BookHaul from BookOutlet today! I love it when packages arrive days before they‘re supposed to! 😁 It‘s a lot of YA, but I was kinda emotional when I placed the order and comfort book shopping and that‘s what I was in the mood for. 🤷🏻‍♀️

tessavi Nice haul 👍 5y
GypsyKat @tessavi Thanks! I was happy about it! 😊 5y
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ladyshmelton
Onyx & Ivory | Mindee Arnett
Mehso-so

It wasn't a bad book. The magic she introduces is new, a breath of fresh air amid the multiple magic books I've been reading.

However, it dragged. Maybe it is predictable, but I couldn't keep my focus on it after 300 pages. I read the last chapter just to know the ending, but I couldn't complete the last 75 or so pages.

RaimeyGallant Nice review. :) And welcome to Litsy! #LitsyWelcomeWagon Some of us put together Litsy tips to help new Littens navigate the site. It's the link in my bio on my page in case you need it. Or if you prefer how-to videos, @chelleo put some together at the link in her bio. @LitsyWelcomeWagon 5y
Eggs Welcome to Litsy 🤗 5y
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IheartYA
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#adventrecommends Day 12
A well-written, action packed adventure.
#youngadult

Seekingtardis That‘s so pretty!! 5y
Caroline2 Ohhhhh awesome cover! 😯 5y
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mutlee
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Mehso-so

It was ok. Started out promising, but the plot was kind of predictable. Maybe I‘m just bored with the genre and need a break for a bit.

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readingwithmywolfpack
Onyx & Ivory | Mindee Arnett
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Reading onxy and ivory will zeusy boy takes a nap

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readingwithmywolfpack
Onyx & Ivory | Mindee Arnett
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Reading onxy and ivory with miss karou

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readingwithmywolfpack
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Hopefully onyx and ivory will get me out of my reading slump. What did everyone think of it?

Tanzy13 🐱 6y
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Asthecroweflies
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She‘s a master with weaving in subplots. I was a voluntary prisoner to this book the whole time I read it, reading huge chunks at a time. However, the way it ended is creaming SEQUEL to me. It kills me! Aggg!

KathyWheeler What a lovely cover. 6y
Asthecroweflies It‘s very pretty 6y
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tonyahoswalt
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The title/cover did nothing for me. But I love this book! It has joined the ranks of my top 3 of the year. Kate's father was a traitor, having tried to kill the king, and that has left her with the name Traitor Kate. She has to hide her wilder magic ability to speak with/control animals, else she be just for that as well, since wilder magic is illegal. Then she rescues her old friend, Prince Corwin, from a drake attack and things begin to change.

Riveted_Reader_Melissa Sounds good! 6y
tonyahoswalt @Riveted_Reader_Melissa I wish I had more room to give it a better review. I really enjoyed it! I'll try to get a review up on my blog in a day or two. 6y
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Asthecroweflies
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Really enjoying this book! It‘s much better than I expected.

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tonyahoswalt
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I'm approximately half way through Onyx and Ivory and here are a few thoughts -- I love the book so far! I just think the title and cover aren't all that appealing or attention grabbing, and I worry that readers will pass the book over because of that. If I still love it when I finish, I'm going to spread the word so hopefully it won't go unappreciated.

kamoorephoto I read this some time ago when I was on the ‘street team‘...I think it‘s excellent, I didn‘t want it to end 💓💓💓💓 6y
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tonyahoswalt
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Look at this lovely map in Onyx and Ivory! Does the watery are just above Seva look like a dragon head to you? I don't know yet if it's meant to, just starting the book. There are flightless dragons in the story according to the summary, so maybe so. #yareads #dragons #bookmaps

tracey38 I see a dragon head now that you mention it. 6y
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DuckOfDoom
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Today marks the second day of the #SFFTBRChallenge, and I finished Onyx & Ivory for prompt 23. If this is not a Gorgeous cover I don't know what is.
The story was good, too. There were some minor things were it seemed the characters were acting dumb so the story could progress, but overall I liked the story.
WARNING: This is probably going to be a series. Just so you know.

Schnoebs Is it too late to sign up? 6y
DuckOfDoom @Schnoebs I can't partner you up anymore, but you can end me an email to untote.seifenblasen@gmail.com to sign up! I will email you the challenge prompts back :) 6y
Schnoebs @DuckOfDoom thanks! I‘m totally ok without a partner, just excited about the challenge idea 😍 6y
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LibrarianRyan Yeahhhh. Book 1 down, 49 to go. 6y
LibrarianRyan @DuckOfDoom I don't mind having a second partner if you need one. 6y
DuckOfDoom @LibrarianRyan That's great, I'll tag the late joiners if anyone is interested! 6y
julesG Second partner would be okay for me, too. 6y
julesG PS: have I ever told you that I love your humour? Your email address is great. 6y
DuckOfDoom @Richryan52 @hermyknee @Schnoebs The awesome @LibrarianRyan and @julesG have both said a second partner to chat about books would be fine for them. In case you are interested. If I remember correctly Jules wanted to read about 20? Books, so you don't have to commit to 50 to find a partner 😊 6y
Richryan52 I‘m open to anything 6y
DuckOfDoom @julesG well one has to get creative with email names. When I was 15 I painted some undead soap bubbles rising from their graves and it was one of the names where I did not have to add numbers to! 6y
Schnoebs @julesG @LibrarianRyan @Richryan52 @hermyknee if anyone wants to pair up let me know! I don‘t have a real plan for conquering this list or how many I‘ll read. It‘s going to be more of a fun wing it situation for the year to try and reduce my giant TBR. If you want to partner up, my email is schnoebs13@yahoo.com 6y
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CoffeeK8
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So I had to return this before I finished it last month, and I finally got it back out again. I really enjoyed it so far, hope I can finish it this week

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MarriedtoMrT
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This line is from the tagged book: “Hers was wilder magic, outlawed and secret and good only for influencing animals,” and I was immediately put in mind of the pictured book. I wonder if Mindee Arnette is a Tortall fan.

CoffeeK8 Good catch! Seems like she might be. 6y
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Batman
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emily_m_tubb
Onyx & Ivory | Mindee Arnett
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More guinea pig spam 😂🐹
Can't wait to get stuck into this book 😁 and I can't resist a book with a map 😂

somebooksaround Awwww! Cute bb! Hope you enjoy your read! 6y
FlowerFairy What a cutie! 😍 6y
Laura317 Look at that little soft ear! 💕 6y
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bookwrm526 What a cutie!! 6y
blondie So sweet 💙💙 6y
Branwen This book looks soooo amazing! Are the pages tinted black? Also your piggie is adorable! 😍🐹 6y
emily_m_tubb @josteele Thank you 😄 💖 6y
emily_m_tubb @FlowerFairy Thanks... I'm amazed how still he kept for the photo 😂 6y
emily_m_tubb @Laura317 He has soft bald patches behind each ear too 🤣 also, expect a parcel in the next few days 😁💕 6y
emily_m_tubb @bookwrm526 Thank you, he's normally very cheeky so I'm happy I managed to get this picture 😂 6y
emily_m_tubb @Branwen The edges are sprayed black- it was a Fairyloot exclusive- it's so pretty 😄 and Orwell says thank you 😂💕 6y
Craftylikefox What a cutie!! 😍 6y
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SassenachTheBookWizard
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HOLY CRAP! I've read 125 books so far this year and this is definitely one of my favourites! so good! I am absolutely in love with the magic, politics and characters. The villain reveal COMPLETELY blindsided me! I adored the romance.

Cailey_Mac Yay you‘re making me excited to read this! 6y
JazzFeathers And that cover 😍 6y
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SassenachTheBookWizard
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Hopefully I'll have better luck with this book!

Jabberwocky Ooo this looks cool! 6y
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jessthebookslover
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Wow! For the first time I post something that hasn't been posted on my IG yet! Well, not entirely true. This is only another version of the picture I posted yesterday, but this editing is completely new!
Do you guys like to edit your pictures?
#bookstagram #books #editingpictures #yalovin

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IheartYA
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I enjoyed it overall. A few times I had to take a break and read a different book because it's heavy, physically and metaphorically. The story was unique and the writing style was pleasant. World building and character development were also very well done. I do not like the cliffhanger. A reviewer on GoodReads said it was a quick read, I most definitely disagree.

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IheartYA
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My holds came in. I've read 3 books in 6 days which is a lot for me. I plan to finish By a Charm and a Curse tomorrow. I'm torn which to start next....Orphan or Onyx? Hmmmm....🤔

kamoorephoto Such good choices!!!! 💓💓💓💓 6y
IheartYA @kamoorephoto I thought of you when I found Onyx was available. I think I'm the first patron in my library system to get their hands on it. 6y
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Yeah_I_Read
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I‘m such a sucker for illustrated end pages!! I got this special edition of Onyx and Ivory in my May Litjoy crate ❤️❤️❤️

CrowCAH Beautiful 😍 6y
ReadingRover I love my litjoy crates!!! 6y
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jessthebookslover
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Fairyloot unboxing!!!!
Ahhh I loved this box so much ❤
Are you a subscriber?
I only do single purchases cause they're really expensive, in that way I can pick only the boxes that resonate with me the most.
If you bought this one, what was your favorite item? Mine is the book sleeve of course 😂 I desperately needed it.

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LinesUponAPage
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Cruise reading

LitsyWelcomeWagon Welcome! Checkout #Litsytips: http://bit.ly/litsytips and #LitsyHowTo videos: goo.gl/UrCpoU. They‘re great and should help you get settled in. Follow @LitsyHappenings to find out about various challenges, buddy reads, meet-ups and swaps taking place. #LitsyWelcomeWagon 6y
Eggs Welcome to Litsy 👋🏻😊 6y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Welcome to Litsy!!! 6y
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JosieG Welcome to Litsy! 📚 I love the skin you have on your ereader! 😍 6y
Bronte_Chintz Welcome to Litsy! Hope you love it here! 6y
Tiyas7 Welcome!!!! 6y
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CoffeeK8
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So excited to for this book... it looks great!

IheartYA High on my TBR! 6y
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kamoorephoto
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This awesome epic fantasy that I‘ve been on the ‘Street Team‘ for (as a ‘Relay Rider‘) is finally being released tomorrow! Onyx and Ivory is one of the best books I‘ve read this year in the fantasy genre, filled with dark monsters, forbidden magic, and a cast of vibrant, edgy characters. The main character ‘Traitor Kate‘ has ‘wilder magic‘, and can communicate with animals with her mind; her character stuck with me. Read this one!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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LibrarianRyan
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Love the cover and can't wait for this book.

#CoverLove #YAEdition may 15

JazzFeathers The cover is absolutely fantastic!! 😱😱😱😍😍😍😍 6y
DuckOfDoom I'm in love, even though I have no idea what the book is about. 😍 6y
tonyahoswalt Me too! I put myself on hold at my library when I ordered it. 6y
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kamoorephoto
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Congrats @IheartYA 💓🙌🏼😽👏🏼🎉🦄 on your massive milestone and thank you for #15kgiveaway!!
So I have sooo many anticipated reads but here are 3:
1 Boneless Mercies
The Dark Descent Of Elizabeth Frankenstein
The Death Of Mrs. Westaway
2 I recommend the tagged book ‘Onyx and Ivory‘, which is out on 5/29/18, which I just finished reading; it‘s EPIC!
3 Three littens - @Gissy @Alicia @crazycatlady

💓😽🤞🏼Congrats again, Patty!

IheartYA Your recommended book is high on my TBR! Thank you 😉 6y
kamoorephoto @IheartYA It really is one of the best so far in 2018; boost it up on your TBR!! It‘s really an EPIC read. There‘s SO much going on in it, but it‘s not confusing...but it IS absorbing. I loved the main character Kate, and her magic talent, that she has to keep hidden, where she can communicate with animals. It‘s dark, magical, and beautiful, all at once. It‘s one I plan to own, despite having read the ARC. Will fully review soon. 6y
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BooksAreTheNewBlack
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I liked this story. I loved all the characters and the magic is great! Thank you, to HarperCollins & Edelweiss for an e-ARC

You can see my full review here:
https://booksarethenewblackblog.wordpress.com/2018/03/16/review-onyx-ivory-by-mi...

#bookreview #edelweiss #ya #onyx&ivory #blogging #fantasy #earc #arc