The Phoenixes Choice by M.A. Abraham – Review & Giveaway

 

 

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Description:
Kyllan has come home to find several surprises waiting for him, one in the form of a man he had thought dead. Trysuil is most definitely not lost to their people, and he couldn’t be happier. His daughter, Alena, is ecstatic, for her love has been returned to her.

The Phoenixes saved Trysuil from what would have been a certain death, for he had more potential than anyone could have imagined. They kept him in a state of suspended animation, until the time was right, with the knowledge that their world was about to go through many changes in the future. In his new position of power, he will be known as the Adjudicator. He only answers to the Phoenixes; he is their judge and jury.

Those who have gotten to know Kyllan respect and admire him as a good leader of uncanny foresight and abilities. As they get to know Trysuil, they find out that he is fair, just and a man of vision. He will not abuse his position. He would rather help those who have come to live on Tantalus build a future for the generations that are to follow, but he can bring down the might of the Phoenixes to bear on them, if there is a need.

 

 

Review:

The Phoenixes Choice by M.A. Abraham is the 5^th book in her Tantalus series.  A brief refresher of the premise of Tantalus: This is a Sci-Fi story about three species (Humans, Sirens & Tantalarians) that are forced to work together on the planet Tantalus. M. A. Abraham once again gives us an exciting and interesting storyline, as the three different species come together in a common bond as we return to the world of Tantalus. 

When the Tribune Elder, Kyllan comes home, he discovers that his daughters mate,Trysuil,  has returned, having been saved by the Phoenxes.  Trysuil is now the go between the Tantalus leaders and the Phoenixes, and is also very powerful.   Trysuil is happy to be home, and is determined to work with Kyllan to build a better future for Tantalus, as they continue to grow bigger with more humans, and Sirens living among them. 

We met the Sirens in the last book, and Kyllan brings them to Tantalus to see a world better for them then what have in Mars.   Trysuil, who must try to keep everyone safe, and following the terms set by the Phoenixes, who want peace, has to at times be rough to those humans who do not follow the laws set by them at their arrival.  Kyllan worries that since he sent black pearls to help humans pay for their ships, that the humans who will be arriving in a few years to Mars, would be the dangerous and greedy ones who want more.

What I really enjoyed was watching the King and Queen Sirens of Mars, and their families visit Tantalus, and meet more of their kind from many years before.  They also loved the land and sea of Tantalus, which with help from everyone, will set the stage for the sirens to eventually move their people away from Mars to Tantalus.  This is especially necessary, as the ships arriving from Mars could lead to war, danger and destruction.  It was great to see many of the characters that we have meet previously, and who we have become invested in. 

What follows is a well written, informative and excellent story line.  If you have not read this series, to tell too much more, would be spoilers.  You need to begin at the start to learn about Tantalus and those who become a major part in bringing safety and togetherness to all the species that will  learn to work together to allow Tantalus to move forward to a safe and prosperous future for all.

M.A. Abraham has once again given us an exciting, enjoyable and interesting story of the three species working together.  Again, if you have not read this series, I do suggest you start with the first book to be able to understand this world.  The end of the story leaves things open to complete the growth of Tantalus and the ability to protect Tantalus from danger from afar.  I really cannot wait to see where M.A. Abraham takes us as we move closer to the conclusion of this series.

Reviewed by Barb

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