Sydney Sage is an Alchemist, a human scientist of sorts who
has committed her life to protecting the world from the “evil” of
vampires. The thing is, Sydney doesn’t
exactly think vampires are so evil any more. Sure, the Strigoi are vicious, but
the Moroi and Dhampirs that she has come to know as part of her assignment of
protecting the princess-in-hiding do not
fit with the image she has been indoctrinated with her whole life. The Indigo Spell continues Sydney’s
journey in uncovering the corruption in
the Alchemist ranks, coming to terms with her growing magical ability, and
accepting that she just might be falling in in love with the vampire Adrian
Ivashkov. How far will Sydney go in
straying from her lifetime of teachings in order to do what she thinks is
right?
Those of you familiar with Richelle Mead might recognize The
Indigo Spell as book three of the YA Bloodlines Series, a spin-off of her
highly successful Vampire Academy Series. Bloodlines quickly became my favourite of the
two, and The Indigo Spell did not disappoint! It has everything I like in a
book - great characters, some good romance (more so in this book than in the
others in the series) and a mystery to solve.
The ex-Alchemist Marcus Finch had me totally curious, and a renegade
witch on the loose added to the urgency. I really enjoyed this book, but I will
admit I especially enjoyed Adrian and Sydney. They are really built upon in
this book, and I loved being a part of it as the reader.
Sydney is such a real character to me. She is amazingly
smart when it comes to learning, science, and knowledge – but is completely
clueless when it comes to people, societal norms, and her own image. This is
highlighted and expanded on in the book as a result of her sheltered
upbringing, but truly, Sydney feels no differently than any other girl her
age. Her thoughts, fears, and
insecurities are made very clear through Richelle Mead’s writing, as are her
strengths and incredible will, bringing the heroine to life in a very true way –
and ensuring that the reader loves and roots for her.
And then there is Adrian. Oh my Adrian. Probably one of my
fave book boyfriends of all time. This guy is sweet and tortured and sarcastic
and sexy and smart and true and full of heart and…yeah. Like I said. Pretty
much the ideal book boyfriend, lol. Adrian is what they call a “spirit user”
meaning that he has the ability to tap into or influence the minds/feelings of
others. With being a spirit user comes
the risk of insanity – and sometimes Adrian falls into these wonderful times
where he is so influenced by spirit that his heart is laid bare through his
words and actions. It’s an amazing way for the author to let us really know
him, and wow, does it work.
I watched, enthralled, as he painted a large silver heart with flames edging one side. The whole design was Celtic in style. It was beautiful.
“Where did you get that from?” I asked in awe. I’d seen a lot of his work but never anything like this.
His eyes were on his heart, completely caught up in his
work. “Just something kicking around in my head. Reminds me of you. Fiery and sweet, all at
the same time. A flame in the dark, lighting my way.” His voice…his words…I
recognized it as one of his spirit-driven moments. It should have unnerved me,
but there was something sensual about the way he spoke, something that made my
breath catch. A flame in the dark.
If you can read that
and NOT swoon a little for Adrian…well. Maybe we just can’t be friends.
The Indigo Spell and the rest of the Bloodlines Series are
available from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other retailers.
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