Enchanted No More

by Robin D. Owens

Paper Book, 2011

Status

Available

Call number

Fic Romance Owens

Publication

New York : Luna, c2011.

Description

As one of the last surviving Mistweavers, half-blood Jenni knows what it's like to be caught between two worlds: the faery and the human. But the time has come to choose. The Lightfolk require her unique talent for balancing the elements to fend off a dangerous enemy - and rescue her missing brother. Only for Rothly will Jenni deal with those who destroyed her life. Only for him will she agree to work with her ex-lover, Tage, and revisit the darkest corners of her soul. For a reckoning is at hand, and she alone has the power to hold back the forces of dark.

User reviews

LibraryThing member Akober

I love just about anything Robin D. Owens writes. I order fiction for the Arapahoe Library District and have a number of fans who let me know--immediately--when they hear that one of her books is coming out.

I loved Jenni, the heroine in Enchanted No More. She's a strong woman caught between the

faery and human worlds. She is frightened to use her magical powers, which allow her to balance the four elements (earth, wind, fire and water), because the last time she used them, she tragically killed most of her family. Her one remaining brother hates her.

But when her brother goes missing, she is forced to work with her ex-lover, Tage, and use her Mistweaver powers to battle powerful dark forces.

I completely agree with a reviewer on Paranormal Romance Junkies who wrote: "Enchanted No More is just as addicting and enjoyable to read as all of the other books Robin D. Owens has written."

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LibraryThing member litaddictedbrit

I came away from this book feeling rather positive and remember it as being a fair read but in response to the acid test of "Who would I recommend it to?" that often helps me gauge my reaction, I drew a blank. So a mixed one really...

One thing I really liked about this book was the use of elements;

the idea that everything is made up of a certain balance of fire, water, earth and air and certain beings are more in tune with certain elements. There was a touch of New Age philosophy about it but it was integrated into the story well and was a nice slant on magic. The imagery is bold and fills the story with colour that matches the nature theme perfectly.

The idea for the plot is quite good but, for me, it ended up feeling a bit repetitive. I'm inclined to think that's largely as a result of the characters - I never thought I'd be annoyed by somebody whose entire family has been killed but Jenni and Rothly both manage to be somewhat...irritating. Jenni has mourning guilt while Rothly has vengeful anger. I sympathised, sure, but was also wishing they'd at least try to move forward. It does get better but in a 'chick flick' fashion rather than in a gritty, emotional way.

And a couple of last thoughts: the tone of this book is hard to pinpoint - at times, I felt like I was reading a YA/children's book (brownie housekeepers and travelling through trees etc...) but then at others, there were some characters getting their raunch on. Makes it a difficult one to recommend to any specific point on the age spectrum, all in all.

Finally, there are, you will be pleased to know, some 'bad guys' to provide mild peril and thwarting opportunities (although for some reason they smell like "old bubble gum" - whoever would have guessed?). Again linking to the above-mentioned tone, these bad guys do have a taste for some pretty grim violence involving some spillage of blood - if you're of a very queasy disposition or are thinking of passing this to young kids, probably something that you'll want to bear in mind!

Overall: This was a sweet story with some cutesy magic going for it - I wouldn't necessarily be rushing out to grab other books by this author but I enjoyed this one and didn't have a problem finishing it. It's bright and colourful and made me wish for summer (possibly the beach scenes...) so it's a nice one to cheer up a dim day.

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LibraryThing member Krumbs

This was an ok beginning of a new series. Very reminiscent of the series that began with Guardian of Honor, but I'm intrigued about the direction she intends to go with this one. I liked this treatment of the standard old-lover-returns story; it's hard to make it seem original but she did a good

job making it feel new.

I agree with many of the other reviews that the main character was just a bit too influential. Given her position and social status (which was mentioned over and over again) I found it odd that she had quite that much effect on peripheral characters. One aside comment from her and people are changing their entire lives? Not convinced, and it didn't seem necessary in the overall scheme of the book.

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LibraryThing member Mikaela_l

Guilt-ridden by a mistake that cost her family their lives, half-Lightfolk, half-human Jenni Weavers turns her back on her magical heritage...until her remaining brother who hates her is trapped and she's the only one who can step into an alternate dimension to save him.

This is Robin D Owens at her

best. She have taken common fantasy races, and turned them into something unique. The plot grip you from the start, and keeps you on the edge, wondering what happens next. And the characters. All the characters felt like they had a function, like they moved the plot forward.

Go,read.

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LibraryThing member jjmcgaffey

Fun. It's an interesting world - I'd actually read the second book in the series already, so was familiar with it. The worldbuilding didn't seem obtrusive, though. Jinni has deliberately isolated herself from the Lightfolk, so discovers a lot of change and progress in a mere 15 years (hmm, must be

disorientating for them, given the repeated comments about how long life makes a long stretch of time feel short). Jinni is hanging on to a lot of hurt; it feels a little bit facile how she manages to shed it all (or nearly all) and forgive everyone, including herself. Well, she does have to work at it. Aric is interesting but rather opaque - he doesn't want to discuss his life since the incident with Jenni, which leaves the reader (who didn't even know him before) very much in the dark. Seems a nice guy, but he definitely has both issues and intentions he's not discussing. The mission is interesting, especially the notion that it's Earth replenishing the magic that's been fading. Yes, I think I want to read the third book as well. Not a favorite, but quite enjoyable.

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LibraryThing member kishazworld

Several years ago I was introduced to Ms. Owens Heart Mates series. While I didn't keep up with it, I've always been willing to try something new from her.

I was happily surprised by the first book in Mystic Circle series.

This story packed a punch with real emotional moments that ran me through a

range of things. Also, such topics as forgiving yourself after making some life-changing mistakes, family struggles and political intrigue.

The elements of magic working within a contemporary setting were well done, too and enhanced the story.

Would I recommend this? Yes. This is a promising start to a new series.

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