Book Review
LAST OF THE GIFTED

LAST OF THE GIFTED by Marie Powell History, Mythology & Fantasy Make For An Engrossing Read

This Omnibus was the compilation of Marie Powell’s books Spirit Sight and Water Sight but don’t let that scare you. It’s pacing will allow the stories to unfold quickly.

I will be honest, I was worried about reading this, I am not a big YA fan but this book took history, mythology, (two of my favorite things) and wove them together with fantasy and magical elements to make a thoroughly enjoyable read.

The author included a cast of characters at the beginning of the book which helped explain all the characters.

In Book One, the main characters Hyw, who can join minds with animals and in one case a man; and his sister Cat, who can see the future in water drops,  try to use the “gifts” that have come from their mother’s side of the family to help the Welsh people repel an English invasion. Such an imaginative story.

In Book Two, Hyw learns more of his gifts power while Cat uses hers to find 3 historical relics to bring the Welsh people together. Both characters have a love story written throughout that slowly expands over the course of both books.

All in all, this omnibus was worth the time to read, it completely entertains weaving real historical places, events and people with fantasy, mythology and Celtic lore.

Recommend?

I do recommend this to lovers of history and YA fantasy.

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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review. All of the opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255, “Guidelines Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.”