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The Brotherhood of the Guardians has existed for thousands of years to protect Talents, the descendants of the original Muses. Daniel is prepared to risk his life in order to keep his Talent safe, but when he's assigned to Anna, he discovers that his life isn't the only thing he stands to lose. Like all Talents, Anna must make a choice: lose all of her powers, or leave behind everyone she loves.
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Erin McFadden
11Ìýbooks86ÌýfollowersContemporary fantasy author Erin McFadden lives in Indiana with her two daughters. They love reading and watching movies together, as well as camping and hiking in the great outdoors. Erin dreams of packing up and visiting all the magical, historical spots in Europe she has read about.
An unabashed geek, Erin loves science fiction, all things paranormal, and anything involving a conspiracy theory. She firmly believes that everything is better with chocolate and a healthy dose of caffeine.
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January 8, 2015
A mix of mythology & good old romance, Muse is a fun read.
The highlight? Daniel, for sure! Here's a sneak peek:
The highlight? Daniel, for sure! Here's a sneak peek:
'"I don't see any bruises," Sara chimed in.
"Just mmuuuuuuscles," Ginger sighed.
That was about enough for me, now I had to see who the heck they were ogling, though I had a sneaking suspicion that I already knew. Tylinda and I both walked over to the window, even though she had been able to see most of the view from where we'd been sitting.
Out in the yard, one of the big trucks had pulled up and was in the process of being unloaded by some of the guys from the crew. The thing was packed with building supplies and since it was a warm day, most of the guys had stripped off their shirts.
Including Daniel, who had just jumped out of the back of the truck with another load of materials. Holy crap! My mouth went dry and I realized I was gnawing on my lower lip.
(...)Daniel paused and looked up toward our window, wiping sweat from his forehead with the shirt he had tucked in his waistband. I fought the urge to duck and pretend that I hadn't been caught staring at him shirtless, but as soon as his eyes caught mine, I decided I didn't care. He grinned and raised a hand in greeting, so I gave a timid wave back.
The girls laughed like maniacs again, and we all decided it was time to get back to work before we looked like total stalkers.'
January 8, 2016
Daniel had worked all his life to be the great Guardian he was destined to be. But he had second thoughts when he finally learned who he would be watching over. Anna was breathtakingly beautiful and he assumed it was only a matter of time before he became blind in love and be like his father and would leave his family soon. Of course, this devastated his mom a whole lot, but then what choice did they have?
Anna was working her way up to success. But she didn't have confidence in herself. She's not even aware that she got the Influence. That she was a Talent. Because she was adopted and she never had the chance to spend her lifetime with biological parents. Daniel would have to work overtime to convince her that he's the real deal and that she's got a lot in her plate, a lot more than meets the eye. Things got out of hand when Anna was abducted and used to work her power on other people. Daniel must find a way to save her, even if it would cost his life.
Mind control, thought pusher, compulsion, persuader. This. Was. Mind-blowing! These are the words that ran through my mind while reading Muse, and now, I think I'm going to include Influence in that list. My mind worked seamlessly while devouring Anna and Daniel's one-of-a-kind relationship, and I thought I could never get enough of them.
Oh gosh, I think Erin McFadden is a genius! I loved how she built this world of Talents and Guardians and Watchers and made me realize the mind is such a powerful tool. The characters are endearing and the plot was immersive and mystifying. She doesn't need to compel me to read Muse, because I'd gladly read all the books in this series. I seldom read fantasy/paranormal genre but I know how to appreciate a great book. And I'm glad I got to read this one. Muse is definitely one of the fantastically thrilling books I highly recommend!
Anna was working her way up to success. But she didn't have confidence in herself. She's not even aware that she got the Influence. That she was a Talent. Because she was adopted and she never had the chance to spend her lifetime with biological parents. Daniel would have to work overtime to convince her that he's the real deal and that she's got a lot in her plate, a lot more than meets the eye. Things got out of hand when Anna was abducted and used to work her power on other people. Daniel must find a way to save her, even if it would cost his life.
Mind control, thought pusher, compulsion, persuader. This. Was. Mind-blowing! These are the words that ran through my mind while reading Muse, and now, I think I'm going to include Influence in that list. My mind worked seamlessly while devouring Anna and Daniel's one-of-a-kind relationship, and I thought I could never get enough of them.
Oh gosh, I think Erin McFadden is a genius! I loved how she built this world of Talents and Guardians and Watchers and made me realize the mind is such a powerful tool. The characters are endearing and the plot was immersive and mystifying. She doesn't need to compel me to read Muse, because I'd gladly read all the books in this series. I seldom read fantasy/paranormal genre but I know how to appreciate a great book. And I'm glad I got to read this one. Muse is definitely one of the fantastically thrilling books I highly recommend!
January 20, 2016
Solid first book by Mrs. McFadden! And I love the cover.
I received this book from the author because she is super nice. I would categorize this as a YA paranormal romance. It was a great, cute story. I felt that the romance might have been rushed a little bit for the story within the time frame; but with extreme circumstances come extreme emotions so with that the book was consistent.
Totally appropriate for ages 14 and up I feel. The book had a very easy going flow as I read it and I really like Daniel. He had this conflict within him where he wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps but at the same time he didn’t want to become like his father and he struggled back and forth with that. I liked how she wrote the brotherhood as a bit archaic and old fashioned in that you were grandfathered in and only males were allowed to be guardians. The reason I like that is because it opens the story up for more changes and development in the future.
Anna was a sweet girl; she didn’t have a mean bone in her body. She was very helpful to others, had great support from her friends and a loving family. The only thing that I found lacking was her self-confidence. But it was endearing, the insecurities that she had. They were normal teenage insecurities that we all have had growing up. Plus, she wasn’t too perfect because of them.
The story was pretty quick; I read it in a day. A lot of things happened quickly, and there was a lot of violence near the end. The story took a pretty big turn about 2/3 through so that was cool that I wasn’t able to predict it. I would totally recommend it; I’m probably going to read the next book because I want to know what happens.
June 8, 2015
*I was given a copy of this book for free from the author in exchange for an honest review.*
I wasn't ready for how fast this book sucked me into it's gravitational pull. From page one I was hooked. The author seamlessly draws you into a world where being a Muse can be dangerous. I really enjoyed the storyline and plot of this novel, it was different than most of the young adult books out there. I've read lots of novels in this genre and this is one of the best I have read in a long time. The characters are well written, the world building is good and the writing flows nicely. Anna and Daniel's relationship isn't based on teenage hormones like so many you read now a days. It was refreshing to read a book in this genre that was actually acceptable for a young adult to read. There was a little bit of something for everyone in this book; Action, humor (I laughed a few times while reading because of the banter), romance and suspense. The ending wasn't an epic cliffhanger but definitely left me wanting to read the next book to see what is in store for Anna, Daniel, the other "Talents" and the Guardians. Kudos to Ms. McFadden for writing a YA novel that even a not so "young" adult enjoyed reading.
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I wasn't ready for how fast this book sucked me into it's gravitational pull. From page one I was hooked. The author seamlessly draws you into a world where being a Muse can be dangerous. I really enjoyed the storyline and plot of this novel, it was different than most of the young adult books out there. I've read lots of novels in this genre and this is one of the best I have read in a long time. The characters are well written, the world building is good and the writing flows nicely. Anna and Daniel's relationship isn't based on teenage hormones like so many you read now a days. It was refreshing to read a book in this genre that was actually acceptable for a young adult to read. There was a little bit of something for everyone in this book; Action, humor (I laughed a few times while reading because of the banter), romance and suspense. The ending wasn't an epic cliffhanger but definitely left me wanting to read the next book to see what is in store for Anna, Daniel, the other "Talents" and the Guardians. Kudos to Ms. McFadden for writing a YA novel that even a not so "young" adult enjoyed reading.
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May 14, 2014
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Daniel Lyoncourt trained his whole life to join the Guardians. At the same time, he promises himself not to place the Talent he'll represent before his family. His father placed his Talent before the family, causing his mother to suffer a great deal of pain.
His promises die the moment he lays his eyes on Anna Saint-James. Not only is she beautiful, she is not aware of her abilities. Daniel promises to protect and teacher her at the same time. He also hopes their professional friendship will grow into a romantic relationship.
I understand Daniel's feelings toward Anna, because I experienced the same feelings the moment I started reading Muse. The characters drew me in from the beginning. While the plot was fast-paced and compelling, I forced myself to read slowly so I could savor every word. I was sad to lose these characters when I read the last page and look forward to Book 2.
His promises die the moment he lays his eyes on Anna Saint-James. Not only is she beautiful, she is not aware of her abilities. Daniel promises to protect and teacher her at the same time. He also hopes their professional friendship will grow into a romantic relationship.
I understand Daniel's feelings toward Anna, because I experienced the same feelings the moment I started reading Muse. The characters drew me in from the beginning. While the plot was fast-paced and compelling, I forced myself to read slowly so I could savor every word. I was sad to lose these characters when I read the last page and look forward to Book 2.
April 10, 2020
I enjoyed this book quite a bit. I really love when there is any kind of mythology in a book. I find it fascinating. This was an interesting premise with Talents and Guardians. The world is so intricate and the characters were well rounded and felt very real. I really liked the detail Erin McFadden put into this book. I look forward to more from this author.
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March 31, 2020
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Muse by Erin McFadden is the first in her Descended From Myth Series. I truly enjoy Ms. McFadden’s books, and this was no exception.
Talents are descendants of the original nine muses, and each is assigned a Guardian from the Brotherhood for protection.
Daniel has trained his whole life to be a Guardian, but when he’s assigned Anna, he wonders if he can do his job � all aspects of it � with the unexpected reaction he has to her.
This book is wonderful, full of all of the emotions you want in a really good book. Ms. McFadden definitely knows how to build a world full of characters you get to know and love. 4.5 stars rounded to 5.
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Muse by Erin McFadden is the first in her Descended From Myth Series. I truly enjoy Ms. McFadden’s books, and this was no exception.
Talents are descendants of the original nine muses, and each is assigned a Guardian from the Brotherhood for protection.
Daniel has trained his whole life to be a Guardian, but when he’s assigned Anna, he wonders if he can do his job � all aspects of it � with the unexpected reaction he has to her.
This book is wonderful, full of all of the emotions you want in a really good book. Ms. McFadden definitely knows how to build a world full of characters you get to know and love. 4.5 stars rounded to 5.
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September 9, 2013
*I received Muse as an ARC for an honest review.**
I waited after finishing this book to write this review to see if after a couple of days my thoughts on it might change. Nope! Simply put, I loved this book, from start to finish. I loved the characters, the story, the action, the sarcasm, the obscure references to television shows and movies of my youth. There were awwww moments, there were angry moments and there were moments that were truly laugh out loud. It was a coming of age story, a love story, an action packed roller coaster wrapped up in a neat little package.
I was unsure how this book would play out. Ms. McFadden managed to pull off something extraordinary here. She wrote this entire book in first person. The chapters vacillated back and forth between the 2 characters, entirely in the first person aspect of each. It was never repetitive, never boring, and the story flowed as well as if it were written from a single character's perspective. For that, I applaud you. She also managed to captivate my imagination, I understood everything she was telling me, but she wasn't overly wordsy. So here goes, I will try not to give anything away because this is a must read.
The plot was well researched, well thought out, and excellently executed. There were no moments of lag, the flow was smooth, the resolution complete. I look forward to the next books in the series as there is a lot more I want to know about the supporting characters and their stories, especially the Brotherhood of the Guardians...I WANT MORE!!
The characters are well developed, strong and are interesting enough that they could develop into lead characters with little effort. The main characters are well written. Unlike most novels in this genre, they are not unbelievable in their strengths and weaknesses. They are down to earth, strong, likable, and seem very very approachable.
Anna, what can I say about Anna? This girl is amazing, but not unbelievably so. She comes from a loving home, with doting parents. She was adopted at a young age and she has always wondered where she comes from and what happened to her parents. She is slightly naive, a little dingy, totally down to earth, totally real, and the kind of person I could see myself being friends with. I don't know how she did it, but I could totally see myself doing some of the things she did.
Daniel, one word. YUM. Down to earth, chiseled hottie, who only has eyes for his Talent. He is funny, he is handsome, and totally dedicated to his job and family. He is completely in love with Anna, but is torn because he has seen the road that Talents usually take and knows that he will get his heart broken. I love that no matter what she can do to him, he is always on her side and loves her without hesitation.
Unlike most, I started this book with no expectations beyond the interesting premise, but was sucked in immediately and entirely. I will not hesitate to read anything else that Ms. McFadden puts to paper. Mark my words, this girl is going to be BIG!
~Michele
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I waited after finishing this book to write this review to see if after a couple of days my thoughts on it might change. Nope! Simply put, I loved this book, from start to finish. I loved the characters, the story, the action, the sarcasm, the obscure references to television shows and movies of my youth. There were awwww moments, there were angry moments and there were moments that were truly laugh out loud. It was a coming of age story, a love story, an action packed roller coaster wrapped up in a neat little package.
I was unsure how this book would play out. Ms. McFadden managed to pull off something extraordinary here. She wrote this entire book in first person. The chapters vacillated back and forth between the 2 characters, entirely in the first person aspect of each. It was never repetitive, never boring, and the story flowed as well as if it were written from a single character's perspective. For that, I applaud you. She also managed to captivate my imagination, I understood everything she was telling me, but she wasn't overly wordsy. So here goes, I will try not to give anything away because this is a must read.
The plot was well researched, well thought out, and excellently executed. There were no moments of lag, the flow was smooth, the resolution complete. I look forward to the next books in the series as there is a lot more I want to know about the supporting characters and their stories, especially the Brotherhood of the Guardians...I WANT MORE!!
The characters are well developed, strong and are interesting enough that they could develop into lead characters with little effort. The main characters are well written. Unlike most novels in this genre, they are not unbelievable in their strengths and weaknesses. They are down to earth, strong, likable, and seem very very approachable.
Anna, what can I say about Anna? This girl is amazing, but not unbelievably so. She comes from a loving home, with doting parents. She was adopted at a young age and she has always wondered where she comes from and what happened to her parents. She is slightly naive, a little dingy, totally down to earth, totally real, and the kind of person I could see myself being friends with. I don't know how she did it, but I could totally see myself doing some of the things she did.
Daniel, one word. YUM. Down to earth, chiseled hottie, who only has eyes for his Talent. He is funny, he is handsome, and totally dedicated to his job and family. He is completely in love with Anna, but is torn because he has seen the road that Talents usually take and knows that he will get his heart broken. I love that no matter what she can do to him, he is always on her side and loves her without hesitation.
Unlike most, I started this book with no expectations beyond the interesting premise, but was sucked in immediately and entirely. I will not hesitate to read anything else that Ms. McFadden puts to paper. Mark my words, this girl is going to be BIG!
~Michele
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January 10, 2016
The series title of this book got me really curious because I love Myth stories and how they relate or differ to the Mythology I learned from school.
The premise of the story was very original which made me glad that I read this book. The characters are very dimensional with also so much room for progress and growth for the next books. I personally loved Daniel's character. Which is something unusual for me because I always tend to like more the characters that are not the main characters to the story. I liked Anna's character too. The way that she's soft-hearted and all nice yet have a strong will to stand firm for the things that she wants and the things she believed in.
Erin's writing was also very smooth flowing and I liked how this book is complete with humor, action, fantasy and a hint of romance that was appropriate for their age.
The back story took me a bit of time to get into and I must admit I still have a few question in my head with regards to the Guardians and Watchers side of the history. And because it was titled 'Desccended from Myth' I was hoping for a some reference to mythology. Anyway, this is the first book in the series so I'm reserving judgement for that aspect. Hopefully there's more about it in the next books. That clearly indicates that I'll be reading the next one too. I'm actually looking forward to finding out more.
I'm also looking forward to how the characters (especially Gabriel) act on the current issues that were left on their hands by the end of the book. There are really a lot of promising characters from this first book to look forward to.
I don't know if this is also the first book of the author. All I know is that she did a very good job at writing this one.
The premise of the story was very original which made me glad that I read this book. The characters are very dimensional with also so much room for progress and growth for the next books. I personally loved Daniel's character. Which is something unusual for me because I always tend to like more the characters that are not the main characters to the story. I liked Anna's character too. The way that she's soft-hearted and all nice yet have a strong will to stand firm for the things that she wants and the things she believed in.
Erin's writing was also very smooth flowing and I liked how this book is complete with humor, action, fantasy and a hint of romance that was appropriate for their age.
The back story took me a bit of time to get into and I must admit I still have a few question in my head with regards to the Guardians and Watchers side of the history. And because it was titled 'Desccended from Myth' I was hoping for a some reference to mythology. Anyway, this is the first book in the series so I'm reserving judgement for that aspect. Hopefully there's more about it in the next books. That clearly indicates that I'll be reading the next one too. I'm actually looking forward to finding out more.
I'm also looking forward to how the characters (especially Gabriel) act on the current issues that were left on their hands by the end of the book. There are really a lot of promising characters from this first book to look forward to.
I don't know if this is also the first book of the author. All I know is that she did a very good job at writing this one.
October 6, 2013
Epic, is a word that comes to mind after reading this book... I don't read many books, mainly because it's hard for me to find a book that hooks me from the beginning. Not a problem with this one! The way the author alternates chapters between the two main characters really drew me in and kept me interested. Being a male, I found myself chuckling a lot as you sometimes got both Anna's and then Daniel's, very different, points of view on the same situation and thinking "yep that's what I would have thought/did if I was in Daniel's shoes. I never thought at any point that the story fell flat at all. I think that young men will really relate with the dynamics of Daniel's yearning to follow in his father's footsteps, but in his own way... What she did with Anna, being a shy and for lack of better words normal girl, that by the end was just as strong and confident as her counterpart, was an amazing journey in itself.
The book was long enough to get to know the characters and the story without me ever feeling like it could have ended several times, like with some books I've read or should I say attemted to read. Though this book is a "fantasy" book it read like it could actually be. And yes it has its mushy parts to ladies, but she wrote it with class and kept it clean without making it feel to adolescent and kept this putz interested enough to be excited to read the next book in the series.....!!!
The book was long enough to get to know the characters and the story without me ever feeling like it could have ended several times, like with some books I've read or should I say attemted to read. Though this book is a "fantasy" book it read like it could actually be. And yes it has its mushy parts to ladies, but she wrote it with class and kept it clean without making it feel to adolescent and kept this putz interested enough to be excited to read the next book in the series.....!!!
September 24, 2013
Let me start with: if you haven’t read Muse: Descended from Myth: Book One, the debut offering by indie author Erin McFadden, you should.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story, and I’m thrilled I was paying attention long enough to know when it was released. The writing is smooth and crisp. The main characters, Daniel and Anna, are well-rounded, and their relationship believable. I was rooting for them the whole time. The world Erin has created is exactly what I expect from an urban fantasy, meaning she keeps it realistic enough to enable me to suspend my disbelief and at the same time, make it possible for me to place myself in the setting (I’ve read other books where trying to keep the world in my head requires too much thought and distracts me from the plot, but that is definitely not the case here!)
My only complaint: I wanted to keep reading, but the story ended! I am eagerly awaiting the release of Erin’s Book Two in the Descended from Myth series, Talent.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story, and I’m thrilled I was paying attention long enough to know when it was released. The writing is smooth and crisp. The main characters, Daniel and Anna, are well-rounded, and their relationship believable. I was rooting for them the whole time. The world Erin has created is exactly what I expect from an urban fantasy, meaning she keeps it realistic enough to enable me to suspend my disbelief and at the same time, make it possible for me to place myself in the setting (I’ve read other books where trying to keep the world in my head requires too much thought and distracts me from the plot, but that is definitely not the case here!)
My only complaint: I wanted to keep reading, but the story ended! I am eagerly awaiting the release of Erin’s Book Two in the Descended from Myth series, Talent.
May 29, 2020
In this story Erin really knows how to capture the readers attention, I was completely and utterly engrossed from the very first chapter.
This story to me is about love at first sight and it's journey to being true love. When Daniel & Anna meet for the first time you can see their connection is immediate. Anna is a quiet, caring and reserved young woman and Daniel is a strong loving man that will do whatever it takes to keep Anna safe.
If you love the thought of muses and their powers to do good, this is the book for you.
This story to me is about love at first sight and it's journey to being true love. When Daniel & Anna meet for the first time you can see their connection is immediate. Anna is a quiet, caring and reserved young woman and Daniel is a strong loving man that will do whatever it takes to keep Anna safe.
If you love the thought of muses and their powers to do good, this is the book for you.
September 19, 2013
My wife read this book in two days and she loved it. I decided to give it a shot. Wow. I now know why she couldn't put it down. The characters are so real. They talk like real people, like you do with your friends. The book is witty, funny and action packed. I can't wait for the next book to come out.
August 30, 2016
Absolutely love, love, love this. A little bit of Greek mythology is always a plus! I wished there was more of it, but I get why there wasn't. Anna wasn't annoyingly stupid or helpless, she was the right amount of kind, brave, and personable. Daniel was just a little dramatic, but in such an adorable way.
I would definitely recommend!
I would definitely recommend!
September 16, 2013
Loved it! I cannot wait to read the next book in the series to see how the relationship between Anna and Daniel grows and changes.
I'm also looking forward to see how Anna's talent has changed and how she will use it in her life.
I'm also looking forward to see how Anna's talent has changed and how she will use it in her life.
February 27, 2020
This was different than the book I normally read and I loved it! It had some romance, some funny, some action. I loved finding out about the talents and puzzling out what was going to happen next. Once you pick it up, you won't put out down! I received a free copy of this book.
May 22, 2020
FEEDBACK
This book was so much more interesting than I thought it was going to be. One of the things I liked about this book was how it started off right away. Daniel is assigned to Anna who is a Talent which means she can influence the people around her. Due to her parents dying, she was put in an orphanage and adopted by a fantastic family. However, this caused her not to know her own powers until Daniel entered her life. After revealing to Anna what she really is, Daniel immediately becomes involved in her life. The events that unfolded in the book were amazing. It just continuously flowed and never stopped. There were a couple of time hops that took me a moment to figure out where I was in the story. But this never lasted long. How much time passed throughout the whole year? I think a year? That’s the only downfall to this book. But it didn’t stop my enjoyment. The story was unique and I loved the twist that was given for Muses.
MuseÌýwas told in a dual POV between Daniel and Anna. I really liked the dual POV and felt that it was very successful for this book. Earlier in the book, it is provided that Talent’s are usually self centered and not the nicest people. They know their power and influence and typically use it to become famous. Since Anna’s point of view is given, it is known very early that Anna is not this type of person. I loved Anna’s character. She was a good person and knew exactly what she wanted. Once she figured out how to use her influence, it was so nice to see what she decided to do with it. Daniel was a great character as well. He is immediately drawn to Anna and it’s pretty obvious that their attraction is mutual. Daniel’s protection was just enough. It was nice that he wasn’t portrayed as an over bearing guardian but he was always there to protect her. He was humble and always put others first. I really enjoyed watching their relationship grow and can’t wait to continue their story.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Overall,ÌýMuseÌýby Erin McFadden as a very good book. I really enjoyed the twist on the Muse mythology that was presented. The pacing of the book was fantastic even if the time jumps were a little ambiguous. I always wanted to continue with the story and was excited when I was able to pick it back up again. Daniel and Anna were fantastic characters to follow. I really liked both of their personalities and how they were portrayed. These are two characters I immediately got behind and wanted them to succeed. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a great read with some mythological aspects.
AUDIO REVIEW
NOTE: The narration does not affect my rating of the book
I really liked this narration. Leanna Abbott did a fantastic job narrating this whole book. During Daniel’s chapters she deepened her voice so it was very clear who the POV was. I do think this would have been a little more successful if it was in a dual narration but I cannot deny that Leanna did wonderfully. I would definitely recommend this audiobook.
**This has been an Audiobook Obsession Review**
This book was so much more interesting than I thought it was going to be. One of the things I liked about this book was how it started off right away. Daniel is assigned to Anna who is a Talent which means she can influence the people around her. Due to her parents dying, she was put in an orphanage and adopted by a fantastic family. However, this caused her not to know her own powers until Daniel entered her life. After revealing to Anna what she really is, Daniel immediately becomes involved in her life. The events that unfolded in the book were amazing. It just continuously flowed and never stopped. There were a couple of time hops that took me a moment to figure out where I was in the story. But this never lasted long. How much time passed throughout the whole year? I think a year? That’s the only downfall to this book. But it didn’t stop my enjoyment. The story was unique and I loved the twist that was given for Muses.
MuseÌýwas told in a dual POV between Daniel and Anna. I really liked the dual POV and felt that it was very successful for this book. Earlier in the book, it is provided that Talent’s are usually self centered and not the nicest people. They know their power and influence and typically use it to become famous. Since Anna’s point of view is given, it is known very early that Anna is not this type of person. I loved Anna’s character. She was a good person and knew exactly what she wanted. Once she figured out how to use her influence, it was so nice to see what she decided to do with it. Daniel was a great character as well. He is immediately drawn to Anna and it’s pretty obvious that their attraction is mutual. Daniel’s protection was just enough. It was nice that he wasn’t portrayed as an over bearing guardian but he was always there to protect her. He was humble and always put others first. I really enjoyed watching their relationship grow and can’t wait to continue their story.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Overall,ÌýMuseÌýby Erin McFadden as a very good book. I really enjoyed the twist on the Muse mythology that was presented. The pacing of the book was fantastic even if the time jumps were a little ambiguous. I always wanted to continue with the story and was excited when I was able to pick it back up again. Daniel and Anna were fantastic characters to follow. I really liked both of their personalities and how they were portrayed. These are two characters I immediately got behind and wanted them to succeed. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a great read with some mythological aspects.
AUDIO REVIEW
NOTE: The narration does not affect my rating of the book
I really liked this narration. Leanna Abbott did a fantastic job narrating this whole book. During Daniel’s chapters she deepened her voice so it was very clear who the POV was. I do think this would have been a little more successful if it was in a dual narration but I cannot deny that Leanna did wonderfully. I would definitely recommend this audiobook.
**This has been an Audiobook Obsession Review**
May 1, 2019
This is the first book I have read by Erin McFadden and it won't be my last!
The Brotherhood of the Guardians has existed for thousands of years to serve a single purpose: the protection of Talents, the mortal descendants of the original nine Muses.ÌýÌý
In this book we have Daniel, 21, and Anna, 19, who are assigned to work together. Daniel must teach Ana to control her gifts and to keep her safe. He must also find a way to show her how talented she is and that he deserves a place in her life.
All power comes at a price. Anna must one day make a choice: lose all of her powers or ascend to a higher plane. Which means leaving behind everyone she loves.ÌýÌýIncluding Daniel.
Erin McFadden paints a scene of a perfect YA romantic love affair. With every word she splashes another fantastic color of epic proportions. She is truly gifted and I enjoyed reading the beginnings of a wonderful series
5 stars and a tip of my Nerd Girl hat!!
*This review was done in conjunction with Nerd Girk Official Book Blog
The Brotherhood of the Guardians has existed for thousands of years to serve a single purpose: the protection of Talents, the mortal descendants of the original nine Muses.ÌýÌý
In this book we have Daniel, 21, and Anna, 19, who are assigned to work together. Daniel must teach Ana to control her gifts and to keep her safe. He must also find a way to show her how talented she is and that he deserves a place in her life.
All power comes at a price. Anna must one day make a choice: lose all of her powers or ascend to a higher plane. Which means leaving behind everyone she loves.ÌýÌýIncluding Daniel.
Erin McFadden paints a scene of a perfect YA romantic love affair. With every word she splashes another fantastic color of epic proportions. She is truly gifted and I enjoyed reading the beginnings of a wonderful series
5 stars and a tip of my Nerd Girl hat!!
*This review was done in conjunction with Nerd Girk Official Book Blog
April 6, 2020
Listened to this story on Audible. The narrator did a great job. She even has a decent male voice. An enjoyable listen!
Loved this! The characters are intelligent and use common sense! They are only 19 for Anna and 21 for Daniel, but both characters are mature and are quick thinkers. Anna and Daniel are both great characters that are easy to root for. Plus, the connection they have is adorable! The romance was heart-touching and I just loved the whole thing! Love how protective Daniel is; I suppose that's his job as her Guardian, but it's more than that. The whole premise for this story is cool with the scenario with the Talents and their Guardian protectors; kept me engaged and entertained for the whole story. Good action keeps the story fun too. This is a full story that doesn't end in a cliffhanger, but I see there's a book 2, so I'm looking forward to checking that out!
Loved this! The characters are intelligent and use common sense! They are only 19 for Anna and 21 for Daniel, but both characters are mature and are quick thinkers. Anna and Daniel are both great characters that are easy to root for. Plus, the connection they have is adorable! The romance was heart-touching and I just loved the whole thing! Love how protective Daniel is; I suppose that's his job as her Guardian, but it's more than that. The whole premise for this story is cool with the scenario with the Talents and their Guardian protectors; kept me engaged and entertained for the whole story. Good action keeps the story fun too. This is a full story that doesn't end in a cliffhanger, but I see there's a book 2, so I'm looking forward to checking that out!
July 5, 2017
This review is from: Muse: Descended from Myth: Book One (Kindle Edition)
I was given this eBook in exchange for an honest review.
Erin McFadden is an new author to me and I am very glad that I read this book. As a former school librarian, I have read quite a few stories written for the young adult and very few are so entertaining and well done. There are elements of danger, romance, intrigue and family ties all presented in an easily recognizable style to which young adults would understand and relate. The story deals with feelings, insecurities, and emotions that are very typical for this reading group. Although it is written for the young adult, it holds interest for any reader that enjoys a good story that is not filled with profanity and violence.
April 18, 2020
This is a great book to read. I liked that there was a little bit of mystery and constant action. So I was not sure what this would be like. It was definitely different. You have Anna who has a talent and Daniel who is a guardian. What is a talent? Well it can be many different things but a guardian is assign to protect the person with said talent. However it seems that both is becoming obsolete. Some one is trying to manipulate talents to benefit the bad and kill off the guardians. Will Daniel be enough to guard Anna? What will become of them? So much happens and that can go either way. I loved that the story just flows well and keeps you wanting to read more to find out. This is definitely a good book to read.
October 26, 2020
Muse is a fabulous book which focuses on Anna (muse) and Daniel (her protector). I love these characters! Anna is so sweet, smart, and sooooo full of sass! Daniel is exactly what a protector should be: strong, smart, and stubborn. But so quickly things change from 2 people who work together and who both have a lot of misconceptions about each other to 2 people who care about each other and will fight for each other. This story is amazing, and I would definitely recommend it! Leanna Abbott was great as a narrator! Her male voice was a little weird, but overall she was a fabulous narrator! #AudiobookObsession
February 17, 2020
This story really captivated me immediately. A talent is a descendant from The Greek Mythological muses that must have a protector. Anna and Daniel were both strong characters you could connect to immediately. The plot was fast paced and filled with action and intense emotions. Each character on their own was complex and rich with dimension. I would've have liked to see a little more layering in the relationship building between Anna and Daniel, but overall it worked really well. I can't wait to read the next book in this series.
April 13, 2020
I received this audiobook free, as an Audiobook Obsession reviewer, for an honest review. I really loved this story. The characters had depth, the story was thrilling, and the young love was the cutest. This is my first book by this author and this narrator. Was very please. It took me a minute to understand what was going on, but it didn't take too long to get vested in the story and the characters. The author was great and the narrator did an excellent job with the characters, their personalities and conveying the story. Couldn't stop listening. So looking forward to the next book.
January 20, 2019
This was a great way to spend the weekend snowed in. It's been some time since I read something so quickly and easily. The pace was good the ideas were fresh and the characters were likeable. I always enjoy hearing stories from multiple perspectives. I didn't want to wait to get my hands on the next book, and purchased it immediately after finishing this one. It was a great straightforward plot which is just what I wanted right now for a quick escape.
April 18, 2020
Audio book review
First story by both the author and narrator. This story will grab you and having you listen to the very end . The characters are well written with depth and not one sided .
Hero is Danial. Heroine is Anna
Danial has a mission to keep Anna safe Danial Is a watcher and that’s why he needs to keep Anna safe. You will see magical gifts right from the start . Those gifts safe the day
grab it and see what happens
First story by both the author and narrator. This story will grab you and having you listen to the very end . The characters are well written with depth and not one sided .
Hero is Danial. Heroine is Anna
Danial has a mission to keep Anna safe Danial Is a watcher and that’s why he needs to keep Anna safe. You will see magical gifts right from the start . Those gifts safe the day
grab it and see what happens
August 30, 2020
At a time when very few books are holding my attention I pulled this one out thinking I owed it to the author to finally get it read. This is the first book I've read by her and it was exciting fun although there are points that I would have liked to know more about it's an exciting read. I love the premise Love the characters wove them all together and it just works.
April 20, 2020
Well written with complex storyline. It was easy to fall in love with these characters, especially our hero who would do anything to keep his charge safe even assign her to another.
Leanna did an excellent job bringing these characters to life.
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April 4, 2020
Ooh I like this world that Erin has created. Lots of action and great characters. It’s a good place to escape to. Excellent narration from Leanna.
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December 15, 2020
A very entertaining read! Daniel and Anna were such a cute couple! The first part of the book focused on building their relationship and world building, then came more and more plot twists and sudden turns, and everything was wrapped up in a very lovely way. I loved how Anna made her big choice, and the detail about the ‘mistake� that was in the revelations shown to her…but no spoilers! There was a little bit of everything in this book, kept me entertained till the end, and it was also a lovely feel-good book in so many ways.
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