The Sacred Vine by Victoria M. Sorenson

The Sacred Vine by Victoria M. Sorenson | My Review

I am here today writing about this amazing book I read some time ago. I got to know this amazing, sweetest author, Victoria M. Sorenson, through IG. When I saw the cover of this book, I was like I need this book on my shelf and then I applied for the ARC team. I got selected, then I found out she will be sending paperback copies to everyone. I was so happy omg!!!! Finally, I got the book delivered some months later, and it was immaculate. Just look at the cover. I started reading the book. I remember I was at my old home and it was a really cold Winter and I used to read this book sitting near the fireplace and just soaking it up!.....it was the best!!!

BLURB

The tangible magic that tethers the five kingdoms of Aksel is a double-edged sword; tread with caution, children of the sacred vine you have been warned.
Sayah is anything but your average elf; she is a Marked One, blessed with gifted powers alongside her twin, Ornella. The villagers around her may dislike her, but that does not stop her from enjoying an occasional visit to the local baker for a delectable pastry or her routine mug of hot tea in the morning. The sister's rite-of-passage ceremony is upon them, as it has been three-hundred-and-twenty-five moons since their creation. Every elf has its place in society, and Sayah has her fingers crossed to take over Mãe's hard-earned business: the village's music academy. Playing the grand piano is her main escape from the dreary world surrounding her.
On the day of their much-anticipated ceremony, she discovers several truths that lead to more unanswered questions. The magic that encompasses their world is more complex than once imagined, and those in authority have shrouded the two sisters in a veil of deceit, for power is coveted more than all the treasures inside the five kingdoms, as greed and desire easily corrupt souls.
Sayah will be forced to use the rare power flowing inside her veins, regardless of how the elders and priests have warned her that siphoning energy goes against the ways of Elven-kind.
If you are the type of reader who enjoys a mixture of cozy feelings and nature-influenced magic alongside a dash of despair, then I can guarantee you are in for a real treat.

GENRE
Magical Adventure Fantasy

THEME AND TONE
Coziest

LANGUAGE AND WRITING STYLE
Easy to Read, whimsical

CHARACTERS
Sane, cute, and beautiful characters

TROPES

☙ The chosen one

☙ Twin Bond

☙ Hidden Truths / Secret Past

☙ Forbidden Magic

☙ Cozy Fantasy Elements

☙ Nature influences Magic

☙ Different Magical Creatures

☙ Adventure across the land

MY REVIEW
First of all, thank you to Victoria for letting me have the paperback copy. I cannot believe I have it in my hands and i got it with a bookmark and artwork of twin sister. It's so pretty 🥹🥹🥹🥹

The book is first in the series of Tendrils of Light series. It starts out really cozycomfy, where there is an elven village and people do their own work, they have this beautiful hut like homes. I couldn’t help but picture it all as if tiny elves were living in a hidden miniature world—complete with charming little homes—straight out of the movie Epic. I was thinking it reminded me of something.....now to remember it, the whole book radiated that same lush, green, whimsical coziness that made Epic so enchanting......gah!!!!! I loved that movie.

Okay....I am not gonna spoil...you can read the blurb for the plot and get the general idea. The only thing I can say is if you are into enchanting nature-based magical fantasy adventure with cool creatures, you need to READ THIS!!!!!!!

Overall, the book was an impressive debut and the first installment of the series. I cannot wait to follow Sayah's journey to see what awaits ahead.

MY RATING
Overall: ★★★★★ | 5 Stars

Plot: ★★★★★| 5 Stars

Romance: ★★★★★ | 5 Star

Characters:★★★★★ | 5 Stars

Pacing: ★★★★★| 5 stars

Mystery: ★★★★★| 5 star

Ending: ★★★★★| 5 Stars

Book Cover:★★★★★| 5 Stars

THE BEST PART
☙ The magic system was really beautiful
☙ The bond between sisters

☙ The mystery unfolding and the story behind it

☙ All the adventures they are having across the sea and in other lands

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