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The Namarielle (Chronicles of Lashai Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Julien E Jamar (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 91 ratings
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Cassai has always longed for adventure, but when the murderous Fontre arrive from the Inner Kingdom seeking her and her love, Elian, she’ll long for her sheepfold once again.

Thrown into the treacherous Forest of Fondair, separated from Elian, Cassai’s goal is to reach the mountains and plead with the Kiatri for help wresting Lashai from the clutches of the High King, Ffastian. Luckily, her path crosses Hollis, a Kiatri willing to lead her to the mountains.

Elian will fight off werewolves, Fontre, and even his own brother in an attempt to get back to Cassai and keep her safe.

Will Cassai survive the forest? Will Elian reach her before those seeking her life catch up with her? Is Hollis as safe as he seems? Find out in The Namarielle the first installment of The Namarielle Trilogy.
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    Chronicles of Lashai
  2. Print length
    356 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publication date
    February 10, 2018
  6. Reading age
    13 - 18 years
  7. File size
    2802 KB
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"Writing epic fantasy isn't easy, though Julien Jamar makes it seem that way. The Fontre is as fresh of a take on the tradition as it is exciting. It's gripping, it's rich, and it's well-realized. This is fantasy as it should be, and I love it."
- Michael Moreci (Black Star Renegades, Star Wars Adventures)

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B078XNYH94
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pisteuo Publications (February 10, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 10, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2802 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 356 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 91 ratings

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Julien Jamar

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Julien was born in 1980 and spent the first few years of her life traveling through America with her family. She was raised in Dallas, TX. Her father, a prolific novelist and poet, taught her to write as a very small child. She writes dark, thrilling, fantastic tales of mortal battles and daring exploits. She lives with her husband and five children in Dallas, TX.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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This is a great start to the chronicles. I found it to be a really enjoyable read. It has a Hobbit vibe, if you like that sort of genre and I do. The worlds and characters are well thought out and each realm is accompanied by details and facets that launches a reader into the story. I’m ready for book 2: The Fontre.
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Leti
5.0 out of 5 stars You won't want to put this book down!
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2020
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I have read trilogies before but none like this-- the depth of the characters, the perfect descriptions that allow me to play the story in my head, the eloquent writing style of the author, and last but not least the story itself! What a story! Every page read will have you wanting to know more. I devoured every chapter wanting to know every last detail, astonished at how such a complex story could be told so proficiently with such depth. I am a mom of three, with a full time job and I was sneaking off into my bedroom just to bury my head into this book! Cannot praise it enough.
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Kristen
5.0 out of 5 stars I do not want to put it down!
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2018
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Do yourself a favor and purchase this book. Each page leaves me wanting more and I do not want to put it down. The scenes are painted so vividly, I feel as if I could paint what she describes with ease. If you enjoy the fantasy genre than this book is definitely for you. Even if you aren’t a huge fan or have much experience (like me), than this book is still for you! It is not a hard read and goes quickly (sadly :( ) but would be perfect for older children and adults. In addition I absolutely love that while it is fantasy it incorporates religion. I cannot wait for the rest of the series!
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JMC
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good read
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2018
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This was a really well written and engrossing book. I’m really looking forward to the next in the series. The storyline is interesting and the characters are really well rounded, neither all good nor all bad, with a lot of depth. It was easy to stay involved in the plot and keep reading. In fact I couldn’t put it down. As soon as I got to the end, I immediately went looking for the author on Amazon. Sadly there are no other books of her’s listed. I will definitely keep a lookout for this author’s works in future.
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S. Tilghman Hawthorne
5.0 out of 5 stars This Author is a Master Storyteller
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2018
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I have found my new favorite Fantasy writer! I can't wait for the next book in the series.
The development of this very enjoyable Fantasy is deftly done and draws you in quickly as the story begins to unfold.
There's not a slow section to be found. The author has obviously taken the time to learn her craft and all the info you need to comprehend the story is gently woven in as you read.
I highly recommend this book, you won't be disappointed!
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Margaret F.
4.0 out of 5 stars Complex epic fantasy with a vibrant world and well-realized characters.
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2018
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This is truly an epic fantasy tale with complex characters who don’t always make the right decisions, but they usually fail for reasons we can see and sympathize with. Each of the main cast has gone against tradition in some way, whether by choice or the result of actions by others. Only Cassai has elements of destiny assisting her unearned, but even so, she must choose how to react to what she learns, making them all active participants in their futures.

The writing is rich. It’s full of body language and descriptive details that bring the characters to life. This makes their motivations grounded in a way speech alone might not have been able to do. A simple comparison of the experiences visible in two people’s eyes reveals their character more than stating it outright. The culture, or I should say cultures, is well drawn, while there is a real difference between the members of the different cultures in their attitudes and approaches. For example, their differing lifespans have a direct impact on their perspectives.

There is only one point when my absorption faltered. The modern world intrudes on theirs for a few short paragraphs, but otherwise their actions and behaviors match the circumstances from which they came.

The beginning hints and teases, giving just enough to intrigue. Though it sets Cassai up as the story focus, by using Elian’s point of view as well, we learn what she doesn’t know. Even more, we discover there’s a conspiracy of silence created for her benefit, and it’s clear the decision will come back to haunt those involved, though I didn’t see exactly how until her whole world changes. As an example, Elian knows her emotions interact with the local weather, but he doesn’t give us any more to hint she’s not the simple peasant girl she appears. Her dream in the first chapter tells us she’s a princess in hiding, but still we know only a part of the picture, and we don’t know how true the dream is.

This is not a light-hearted book. It has many very dark moments where innocents fall, demonstrating the true nature of the Fontre. But even in the midst of those, there is hope, bravery, and striving to make a difference, sometimes coming from the oddest corners. Cassai has those who have protected her from childhood at the start, but collects a random scattering of others as she goes. Each comes with their own motivations and histories that complicate their part in her journey.

Cassai herself is innocent but not ignorant. It takes some pieces falling into place, along with both prophetic dreams and those from her hidden memories, for her to understand her role in the story. Even then, she struggles with her responsibilities versus her expectations. Of all of them, her growth is the most significant, though I’d say everyone who comes within her circle ends up changed, sometimes in a bad way, but always different than they were at first.

I was worried the book would end on a cliffhanger, and in some ways it does because we don’t know what will happen next. But, it feels more like the closing of one story and the passage to the next book, appropriate for such a far-reaching epic tale. We know who they are, how what happened changed them, and what they plan to do next. Whether they will succeed is another story all together.

I was swept up by this world and the struggles within it. I look forward to learning what happens next.
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Katrina Ketner
5.0 out of 5 stars Story came to life
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2021
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Quite the captivating story. One that has a fresh feel, and keeps you wanting more.

I definitely felt like the book came to life. Now own all 3.
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Kelsey
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantasy for anyone
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2018
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Fantasy is not a typical choice for me, but I ended up loving this so much I can't stop thinking about it! The characters are wonderfully nuanced and their relationships reveal realistic flaws that make them more enjoyable as humans (or elves). The plot starts quickly and never stops. I also found the parallels to today's problems and climate really enjoyable. Basically, I want the second book and I want it now.
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Kristin Sagebiel
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2020
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I couldn’t put this book down. It is beautifully written with such creativity and excitement. The story takes you away to another realm that I couldn’t get enough of. I ordered the second book immediately after finishing the first. Thank you Julien for sharing your amazing talent!
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