{Review} Of Silver and Beasts by Trisha Wolfe

Of Silver and Beasts
Series: Goddess Wars #1
Author: Trisha Wolfe
Release Date: April 19, 2013
Source: *a copy was provided for review purposes by the author*
Pages: 305

In the sand-covered queendom of Cavan, the goddess once saved a young Kaliope’s life, preventing the mercury her father attempted to hide in her blood from reaching her heart. Now, a cybernetic clamp filters it, but the silver streaks swirling faintly beneath her skin are a constant reminder that she’s different.

When nineteen-year-old Kaliope is chosen as head of the Nactue Guard, she becomes the sworn protector to her empress. In the midst of an invasion on a neighboring land, Kaliope is placed in charge of guarding Prince Caben, the last heir to his kingdom. But when they’re attacked by the feared Otherworlders, Caben and Kaliope are abducted and taken below to a realm where they must fight for their life in a caged arena.

Kaliope struggles to protect her princely charge, keeping him and herself alive while battling inhumanly opponents, and trying to save the stolen, sacred relic that will restore her empress’s life force and all of Cavan. And if she can somehow awaken the goddess within her, she may save what’s most important.

New Adult Dark Fantasy: Intended for readers 17 years of age and older.{Goodreads}

~Review:
  I am going to start off by saying,..Don’t ever underestimate Trisha Wolfe. It will make you feel like a fool. Now, that being said, Trisha, I have never underestimated you. No. Not one bit. With every story of hers I am blown away. She has an incredible talent that I am glad she hasn’t let go to waste. I tend ti have the nasty habit of reading a books synopsis and then completely forgetting what it is about when I start it, jumping into a book without reading the synopsis, or skimming the synopsis and totally not understanding what the book is supposed to be about. I kind of like it though. I never do it on purpose but it always turns out for the better. Ok, well maybe not always but most of the time.  Where am I going with this?

  Yes, I skimmed the synopsis and had no clue what the heck I was getting into. All I knew was the author was Trisha Wolfe and the cover was really pretty xD Was it one of those books that turned out for the better because I didn’t read the synopsis? Well I wouldn’t say because of it but yes. It had positive results. I just find that I am pleasantly surprised when I do so. I did end up going back to Goodreads and reading the synopsis…but moral of the story: I am bad with synopsis’, Trisha Wolfe is amazing so I have full trust in her amazingness to not read the synopsis, Of Silver and Beasts has a pretty cover,  and this book was really really good.

  I don’t know how she does it but Trisha can take one of the most unusual plots and turn it into something magnificient. Seriously. Where did this book come from? Who would have thought of it? Not me that’s who! I can’t express how great this author is. Just how amazing her writing and stories are, so is she. Trisha is one of my most favorite authors. She is like a buddy-‘ol pall. ;D Knowing what a great person she is gives a positive feedback for her book. No, that does not mean this review is bias. I give credit to authors as authors and authors as people separately. I may love the author but dislike the book. I have sworn to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth so don’t worry your little heads. ;D

  One other thing Trisha has down pact is her tragedies. People, I can’t number the times her stories have ruined my swollen my heart with love and then completely deflated it because of her endings. She is one cruel mistress. The endings leave you wanting nothing but more and hanging on a thread because of the wait. Now, I feel as if I have been talking too much about my synopsis problems and Trisha’s book as a whole so I am going to get a bit more focused k? K.

  Of Silver and Beasts is extremely unique. It kind of had that whole “Hunger Game” feel but…better. I liked how Trisha could take a huge world-wide plot and completely make it her own. So now that I have mentioned the Hunger Games, you may as well know that things get pretty intense, thrilling, action packed, and tragic. I felt pain for the characters that didn’t have any real part in the story. There is one part in particular that killed me. It was a pairing of blood (you will get that when you read it…hopefully). The reaction of the other killed. The devastation, anger and emotion that Trisha managed to get through was tragic. Tragic. That word will pop into your head a lot when you read it.

  I can’t really say more for fear of too many spoilers but know this: Of Silver and Beasts is a spectacular book that seized my heart. I am highly anticipating book two. I think you all should read it! If you have never read anything by Mrs. Wolfe before might as well start now! The characters in this book were wonderful and I enjoyed reading from the protagonists point of view. She was a great heroine and the hero…DAMN! That boy is HOT ;D I love him to no end. Oh goodness….I can feel spoilers trying to pull themselves to the surface. I might as well go. Moral of this review: Read. Read. Read. Of Silver of Beasts and the author are amazing. There is no room for disappointment.

~Rating:

4 of 5 stars!!!

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~Jaiden

{Book Tour} Astarte's Wrath by Trisha Wolfe

Astarte's Wrath
Series: Kythan Guardians #0.5
Author: Trisha Wolfe
Release Date: March 2, 2013
Source: *a copy was provided by the author for review purposes*
Pages: 215

A tragic love story.

Two thousand years before Dez Harkly developed her secret powers, Guardian Astarte was vowed to protect by the binds enslaving her to the Egyptian pharaohs. Discover the prophecy that originated from a very different time, and spans generations to link two very different girls.

This is the beginning.

Set against the backdrop of the Battle of Actium, in the city of Alexandria, Star struggles with her guardian duties as her feelings for the newly named pharaoh of Egypt grow deeper. Not only is Caesarion her duty, he’s the son of Cleopatra, and he’s human. All of which makes their love forbidden.

But when a conspiracy linked to Caesar creeps into Alexandria, Star must choose between helping her fellow Kythan free themselves of their servitude, and protecting her charge—the last pharaoh—while Egypt burns around her.

New Adult/Mature YA: sexual content, drinking, drugs, violence, language, death, and other mature content intended for readers 17 and older. Astarte's Wrath is a companion novel to Destiny's Fire, but can be read as a standalone novel. {Goodreads}

~Review:

  Wow wow WOW!!!!! She has done it! Trisha Wolfe has managed to blow my mind and both capture and break my heart. I fell in love with Trisha Wolfes writing and stories when I read her first book in this companionship, Destinys Fire. One of the best steam punk books I have ever read! I wasn't really sure where it was going when she offered me to join this event. It was mainly the cover that through me off. It was all Egyptian an I was confused. I had completely forgot the main important things from Destinys Fire!!!! I seriously need to reread it now.

  Now even though I was confused at first it quickly explained the Kythan things I had forgotten and I was so hooked on Astartes Wrath I didn't want to put it down until I finished and I didn't. I happen to be a huge fan of the Egyptian times and Cleopatra. And even bigger a fan of Egyptian times DURING Cleopatras reign xD I can imagine how much research Wolfe had to do to finish this book. And may I just say that she did a flipping fantastic job!! She truly caught the time and culture perfectly. I am no history major of that time but everything she wrote gave enough to make you feel you were really there. She captured the Greek tragedy perfectly. Too perfectly might add *cries hysterically*

  Astarte, Phoenix, Xarion....all the characters she created were wonderful. Even the bad guys. I really don't know how else to build this book up!! I'm at a loss of words for the amount of amazing Astartes Wrath contains! It was action packed. The first scene we open up to is a battle. There was tragedy interlaced to no end. There was romance like no other. Friendship. Loyalty. Betrayal. And it's the story of how it all started. I love this book to no end. Seriously I have no clue how else to express how great this book. From the characters to the writing to the plot to well everything. Every once of this book was wonderful. It had be heart broken to no end and full of joy at the same time. If you haven't read this series do so as soon as possible ok? Thank you so much Trisha for giving me a chance to read your genius!! ;D

  This review was a part of the Astarte's Wrath Event hosted by the Tough Girl Legion!

~Rating:

4.5 of 5 wonderful stars!!!!! <333

~The Author:

Trisha Wolfe is the author of the YA Steampunk DESTINY'S FIRE (Omnific Publishing), ASTARTE'S WRATH NA Historical/Supernatural, and the upcoming YA Utopian FIREBLOOD from Spencer Hill Press, October 2013. My NA Dark Fantasy OF SILVER AND BEASTS available May 2013.  The creator of YA Bound, a promotional site for the Young Adult genre. Also a member of SCWW and The Apocalypsies.  A proud business owner, partnered with her partner, her husband. When she's not busy doing all of the above, she is a wife and the mother of a gorgeous teen boy who's the sounding board for my male characters.

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{Review} Destiny's Fire by Trisha Wolfe

Destiny's Fire
Author: Trisha Wolfe
Publish Date: January 10, 2012
Source: E-book ARC from Omnific Publishing (THANKS!!)
Publisher: Omnific Publishing
Pages: 224

It’s the year 2040, and sixteen-year-old Dez Harkly is one of the last of her kind—part of a nearly extinct race of shape-shifters descended from guardians to the Egyptian pharaohs. Her home and her secret are threatened when the Council lowers the barrier, allowing the enemy race to enter the Shythe haven.

As the Narcolym airships approach, Dez and her friends rebel against their Council and secretly train for battle. Not only is Dez wary of war and her growing affection for her best friend Jace, but she fears the change her birthday will bring. When Dez’s newfound power rockets out of control, it’s a Narcolym who could change her fate… if she can trust him.

Dez’s guarded world crumbles when she discovers why the Narcos have really come to Haven Falls, and she's forced to choose between the race who raised her and the enemy she's feared her whole life.


“Destiny's Fire is addictive! Trisha Wolfe knows how to create a compelling cast of fearless young characters who breathe life into a fresh and imaginative fantasy world. Trisha is a new star on the horizon of Young Adult fiction!” ~Jordan Dane, Critically Acclaimed Author of On A Dark Wing, Harlequin Teen. {Goodreads}

For starters, I have never read a steampunk novel. And man am I glad this one got to be my first! I have been reading a lot of first lately hah? Ya, it's cus I am REALLY behind on my reading...it sucks! But anyways, this book is a steampunk but it is also part dystopian just so you all know! I was fortunate enough to receive an ARC and look at the date? 12 days later? Ugh I really do apologize! Like I said I am behind on reading and then I have been bombarded with ALL SORTS of review requests. Not that that's bad...Its NEVER bad, just hard with school so again I sincerely apologize! :)


I had the honor of talking with the author herself. Miss Trisha Wolfe. So not only is she a great and wonderful person but she is an very talented writer! I absolutely adored her style in writing. She gave full detail of the steampunk world, the two different sides, each individual character and the places they went to. I am now a steampunk novel adorer! Why? Because of this wonderful book right here! I loved everything about it!


The main character, Dez, is a very likeable character. She is very headstrong but not too headstrong. She cares about her friends and family and would do just about anything to protect them. She is a halfbreed. Daughter of the Skythe AND of the Narcos! She has to hide her identity. Only her mom knows but all of it changes as well the Change approaches. Man do things take a turn and not just because of her Change process but because of all the Narcos invading the Skythe Haven. Aren't they supposed to be enemies? Aren't they NOT supposed to be allowed in the Skythe Haven? and most importantly WHY are they here?


Lana, Dez's best friend, is so awesome! She was so cool and kick butt! She could definitely hold her own! Nick, Lana and Jace's brother, was cool too. You didn't really see or here much of him but I still liked him. He was cool in his own special way. Now for the final one in the triplet siblings......


Jace....Awe Jace! He has been one of Dez's best friends for forever. He is protective of her, pushes her to her limits in training, and duuh! LOVES her! He is adorable! He shows her his love in cute little ways but of course Dez is just too dense to realize it. Of course there is more to the story ( I mean there has to be for me to love this boy right?) :) But....YOU have to read it for yourself...sorry! *innocent look* As much as I love the boy who is about to be mentioned just realize...I was rooting for him at the beginning and I still love him! He is just too amazing to pass up!


And now.....REESE!!!!! *sighs, melts....DIES* I know I use that reaction often with these fictional boys but who can blame me!! ;) Reese is SMOKIN hot! And he has secrets of his own! I was PISSED at the end at him but ya....again you have to read!!! (^_^) Everything zbout this boy screams..."LOVE ME!! I AM FREAKIN AMAZING AND DUHHHHHH HOT!!!!! WITH A CAPITAL *makes H sound*!!!! I think I said enough! haha Oh and I can't forget those hot...steamy....goose-bump producing moments between him and Dez *shivers* ;b


I kind of feel that Reese and Dez's relationship went a little fast. That he was a little too open and revealed himself a little TOO early but if I really think about it.....it was for the best....still part of me would have liked to have read a little bit more mystery in Reese. Of course that was just a teeny tiny dislike of mine but there is nothing else to complain about really. I LOVED it! It was amazing! The world, the ways of the people, the story behind the Feyan, the treaty, the history of them all. Ya pretty much EVERYTHING! lol

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Once you get a chance to read this book....do so! You won't regret it! And if you are like me, never before reading a steampunk...this is the one! This book is absolutely amazing! Definitely deserves those four stars!

~~~~~~~*~Favorite Quotes~*~~~~~~~

**********WARNING!!! Content may be spoilery!!!!**********

“Well precious, let this be a lesson.” He snapped my hands above my head, gripping them both with only one of his. He slid his fingers down my cheek, pausing to run his thumb over my bottom lip. “You shouldn’t come out to play until you have the power to party like a big girl.”~Reese

"He lifted my face and stared into my eyes. 'I promise. I'll find a way to ptrotect you.' For a brief moment something flashed in his eyes. It looked almost painful, as if something hurt him. But he quickly smiled a brilliant smile that illuminated his face." ~Reese

One hot and steamy and one cute awe moment one! Thanks for stopping by! Hope you enjoyed my review! :D

~Jaiden