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Mageborn

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Jessica Thorne

Book 1 in the series:Hollow King

'Mageborn' by Jessica Thorne is a fantasy read set in a magical medieval world, featuring an ailing king, magical mythology, and a corrupt royal agenda. The book follows Grace, a kick-ass heroine who works in the academy hunting down bad mageborns, and her journey as she is tasked with protecting the Lord of Thorns, Bastien, who is the prince of the mageborn. Together, they uncover a plot to kill Bastien and must navigate through twists and turns to unravel the mystery.

The writing style of 'Mageborn' is described as addicting and engrossing, with a perfect blend of magic, fantasy, romance, and plot twists. The book keeps readers hooked from the very beginning with a prologue dripping with sinister images and intrigue, leading to a non-stop action-packed story filled with alluring characters and a richly woven world.

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