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The Awakening

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Nora Roberts

The Awakening

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Awakening by Nora Roberts, Breen Kelly, a young woman from Philadelphia, discovers a hidden inheritance and travels to Ireland, where she uncovers her magickal heritage and true identity as the protector of the mystical land of Talamh. As she trains to harness her powers, Breen is torn between her burgeoning writing career and the need to defend Talamh from a formidable, evil force.

Emotional

Romantic

Fantastical

Adventurous

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Nora Roberts' The Awakening is praised for its rich world-building and engaging characters, blending romance and fantasy adeptly. The protagonist's journey is compelling, though some readers found the pacing uneven and the plot somewhat predictable. Despite these critiques, overall, the book offers a satisfying escapist read with thoughtful writing and vivid storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Awakening?

Fans of fantasy romance, particularly those who enjoy Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series, will find delight in Nora Roberts's The Awakening. This book appeals to readers who appreciate strong, flawed protagonists, intricate world-building, and an epic love story set against a backdrop of magical realms and mythical creatures.

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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