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Welcome to my stop on The Affiliate blog tour hosted by InkSlingerPR!

Today I am excited to share my review, as well as a giveaway with you all!

 

 

I am always up for a fantasy, so when I saw The Affiliate, I knew I had to read it. I am really glad I did too, because I enjoyed it! This is my first book by K.A. Linde and it will not be the last. Having just finished this first installment in the series, I am already desperate for the next book.

 

I liked the way Linde developed her story and how she combined so many elements to add depth to her story- she has created a caste system in which each member of society is presented and given a profession by the King himself. Cyrene has been chosen to become an Affiliate of the Queen, which is a very high and rare honor. However, the Queen is less than thrilled about this decision, as she is jealous of Cyrene, as Cyrene has caught the attention of King Edric. His attentions are not the only ones she's gained either, as King Edric has a younger brother, Kael. I am very intrigued by Kael's character, even though I do not particularly care for him at all. I am not overly concerned about this particular scenario developing into a love triangle, as Kael does some pretty unforgivable things where Cyrene is concerned.

 

I enjoyed the forbidden romance between Cyrene and Edric, but I wish it had been developed a bit more. Because of certain circumstances that arise, I had trouble believing whether the King's intentions towards her were honorable or not. Had we seen more of them together forming an attachment instead of infatuation and attraction, I think that would have helped clear up any doubts I may have had.

 

Fantasy can be such a tricky genre to write and I have to say I appreciated Linde's straightforward, easy to understand vernacular. Sometimes books can get so bogged down with detail and world-building that it feels like a chore to read through and get to the good stuff. I never felt that with this one. I do have a lot of questions, but I am confident Linde will address those as the series continues.

 

I do not want to say much more for fear of spoilers, but Linde has created a very promising start to her new fantasy series and I am looking forward to seeing the direction she takes these characters and how their lives will become intertwined once again going into the future.