A Defender Rises: Magic City Chronicles, Book 1

... which I love about Anderle stories, but I'm having a hard time connecting with the heroine. It seemed quite a build-up of drama about visiting her family so it was completely anti-climatic when we were introduced to a normal and loving family dinner. Likewise, the garage used for a portal could have used up far fewer words. It appeared the author was building toward a mystery, but again it fell flat in the revelation of a mundane purpose. She just wanted to hide what she was doing. Maybe I got lost in all the words and explanations, but I'm not sure why she needs to find a location to portal from sometimes but at other times just opens portals to her various rooms from wherever. I'll continue to the next book with lower expectations.

I enjoyed this new addition to the Oriceran world. Ruby has to keep the secret of her magic from everyone and at the same time has a new partner and is starting to take on the bad guys. There is lots of magic and action in this book and plenty of humor. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

This is a great new series beginning in the Oriceran Universe. I liked the blend of magic and engineering that is showcased here. We get a glimpse of Oriceran homeworld too. I am looking forward to adding to the team hopefully in the next book.

Wow another awesome book and looking forward to reading the next book once I finish this review. Ruby is definitely intriguing and learning as she evolved into who she is going to be. I am looking forward to see what else is in store for Ruby. Well worth reading.

Sounds like we have another human evil like in the Lists chronicles. The sad part is that the real world has too many examples. Pretty intense read. Enjoy

Ruby is a Mist Elf but has to pretend to be human but for what reason she has no idea. She is trained in self defense which comes in handy a lot!

Well written and edited. Great action,action,action. New and innovative uses of magic. A tube in the air, too cross buildings.

A lot of people mentioned, a lot to keep track of. Lots going on. Can't wait for the next book.

Another late night reading lol. Liking where this book is going. Ruby is a Mist Elf who is disguised as a human. She has to complete a quest or die !! Along the roomates who have no idea who or what she is. There is Idryll who can shapeshift, magical baddies and a whole load of other characters that, I am sure, will be given more prominence as the series unfolds.

There is always someone who will kill to get what they want. Fortunately there are also someone who will stand against them. Ruby is one of these people. Next book please.

Interesting read kept me wanting to know more about what is happening and the whole boss angle. A different fantasy book