Summary
Tarja Titan is a speculative fiction novel by TC Marti, and the first book to the Terrian Chronicles. The story revolves around Tarja who has been abused and neglected for nearly a decade and doesn't feel a sense of belonging. She doesn't remember anything before 2012. Then, she is rescued by her godbrother from her abusive father and stepmother and takes her to a school for Elementals where she has to learn to use her powers and get her memories back. To her surprise, everyone in the Elemental society knows her name, but she doesn't know why. As she gets to know everyone, she uncovers secrets than she could ever imagine. With the help of Ray Fitzgerald, University President and head of the Spirit Department at Celestial University, along with her roommates, Tarja Titan must fight the inevitable.
Review
This book reminds me of a lot of things that makes me feel nostalgic in reading it. But mostly, it reminds me of Harry Potter. It had an instant pull that hooked me from start to finish, so I read this in just one day! Seven hours and 20 minutes straight! Or I guess with some trip to the bathroom whenever necessary.
I'm guessing the author is a fan of Blackpink. Shyla's reaction to Tarja when she saw her was described as if she saw Jennie beckoning her to sing with the group on stage with the rest of the members, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rose. I have never thought in my life that a K-Pop group would be referenced in a book. I'm not a fan, but still...it was quite amusing. Especially because my son has a crush on these girls.
Overall, I’m giving this book 5 out of 5 stars for its strong characters, highly imaginative and complex plot, a main lead that everyone will love, and issues that young adults will be able to relate with. I highly recommend this book to young adults and adults who are into elemental magic.
https://www.amazon.com/Tarja-Titan-Terrian-Chronicles-Novel-ebook/dp/B09Q1H2KFN/ref
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