Title: Omens and Artifacts
Author: Elizabeth Hunter
First published January 26, 2017
162 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.53
Overview
In the world of immortals, reputation is everything. Benjamin Vecchio, the nephew of a renowned vampire assassin, is struggling to establish himself as an antiquities hunter.
Despite his legendary family background, he needs a big and profitable job to make his mark in the immortal world. He sets his sights on a legendary job – finding the lost sword of Brennus the Celt, the mythical Raven King of the British Isles.
This treasure hunt could put Ben on the map, but it could also draw dangerous attention. The Raven King’s gold hoard is notoriously difficult to discover.
Fortunately, Ben has a partner in Tenzin, a wind vampire with impressive strength, who can help him make other immortals take notice. However, when their quest for the sword puts Tenzin’s future plans at risk, their partnership is tested.
Can Ben and Tenzin work together to survive the danger that comes with digging into ancient Scottish history? Or will their differences tear them apart?
Omens and Artifacts is a thrilling tale of treasure hunting, danger, and partnership.
About the Author
Meet Elizabeth Hunter, a renowned author of romance, contemporary fantasy, and paranormal mystery. With ten USA Today bestsellers under her belt, she’s an expert at exploring world mythologies, history, and the timeless themes of love, friendship, and family.
Elizabeth splits her time between Central California and Addis Ababa, and her travels inspire her to craft fantastical tales that transport readers to other worlds. To date, she’s published over forty works of fiction and sold a whopping three million books worldwide.
Her impressive body of work includes the Elemental Mysteries, the Irin Chronicles, the Cambio Springs Mysteries, and various other captivating works of fiction.
Editoral Review
Omens and Artifacts, written by Elizabeth Hunter and first published on January 26th, 2017, is a gripping, urban fantasy novel. Hunter, known for her supernatural-themed stories, delivers a rich, imaginative plot that’s full of suspense, romance, and thrilling twists, a book that will appeal to fantasy and paranormal romance fans.
The story centers on Ava Matthews, a talented artist whose life takes a drastic turn when she begins to have unexpected premonitions. These visions terrify her, especially when they start coming true.
Soon, Ava discovers that she has a surprising legacy, and that her unique abilities will lead her to a world of magic and myth. The book is set in modern-day New York, but Hunter skillfully blends the real world with elements of the supernatural.
The complex worldbuilding is one of the book’s strongest suits, and the author weaves mythology and mysticism throughout the narrative, creating an intricate and believable universe. Ava herself is a compelling and likable protagonist, whose journey is both thrilling and emotional.
Hunter not only provides readers with an engaging plot but also develops her characters with depth and nuance. Ava’s relationships with the other characters are well developed, adding to the emotional weight of the book.
At times, the pacing of the novel may seem off, with some sections feeling drawn out. However, the exposition and worldbuilding ultimately pay off, and the payoff is worth the wait.
Additionally, some of the supporting characters are somewhat underdeveloped, and their motives could have been fleshed out further. Despite these flaws, the book is an entertaining and engaging read.
Hunter’s writing is elegant and descriptive, with a strong sense of atmosphere and sense of place. The story takes us through the streets of New York, visiting haunting gothic buildings and secret hideaways.
Hunter’s prose is evocative and sensory, immersing the reader in a different world, where magic and reality intersect. In conclusion, Omens and Artifacts is a well-written and imaginative novel that’s sure to delight supernatural romance readers.
Elizabeth Hunter creates a rich, complex world with engaging characters and thrilling narrative. The book’s occasional pacing issues and underdeveloped characters aside, the book delivers a world of magic, romance, and adventure, and is a worthy addition to the author’s supernatural-themed novels.
I give Omens and Artifacts four out of five stars.
