Show Notes
James Islington has been on my fantasy TBR for YEARS. I've heard the praise, seen the glowing reviews, and watched his popularity soar. But somehow, I just kept putting him off. Well, NO MORE! I've finally taken the plunge, starting with his debut novel, THE SHADOW OF WHAT WAS LOST, Book 1 of The Licanius Trilogy. And now I'm wondering... WHAT TOOK ME SO LONG?!
In this spoiler-lite review, I'm diving into Islington's epic fantasy debut to explore whether it really deserves all the hype. With an intricate plot, fascinating magic, ancient mysteries, compelling characters, and some intriguing twists involving TIME itself, there's a LOT to unpack!
I'll share SIX reasons why this book impressed me, along with THREE reasons some readers might want to think twice before jumping in. Is Islington's storytelling as brilliant as everyone says? Does his debut live up to the reputation he's earned with his later books, including The Will of the Many? And have I just discovered another must-read fantasy series?
Join me as I explore the world of The Licanius Trilogy and explain why this substantial fantasy novel flew by faster than I expected!
📚 IN THIS EPISODE: ⚔️ Why I finally decided to read James Islington 📖 A spoiler-lite introduction to The Shadow of What Was Lost ✨ Six reasons this epic fantasy deserves your attention ⏳ A fascinating magic system, ancient secrets, and questions about time 🤔 Three potential weaknesses worth considering 🏆 My final verdict: Was it worth the wait?
💬 LET'S TALK FANTASY! Have you read The Shadow of What Was Lost? What did you think of James Islington's debut? Did you figure out the major twists ahead of time? And for those who've completed The Licanius Trilogy, does the series get even BETTER?
I'd also love to hear from readers who've experienced both The Licanius Trilogy and The Hierarchy. Which series is your favorite?
Share your thoughts in the comments below, but please keep things SPOILER-FREE!
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Whether you're a longtime James Islington fan or someone who's been putting off his books just like I was, there's plenty to discuss!
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0:00 - Opening 2:46 - Book Details 4:10 - Why Jim Read This 5:40 - Spoiler-Lite Summary 7:42 - Six Reasons to Read This 15:12 - Three Reasons to Skip It 18:10 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 20:42 - Closing & Wrap-Up
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