Cels Reviews: Amelia Atwater-Rhodes—"Token of Darkness"

After being involved in a horrifying car accident that almost cost him his life, Cooper Blake finds himself with a new almost constant companion. Samantha is sure she’s a Ghost, but with no memories and the shadow-like creatures trying to devour her, is she really something else in disguise? Coop turns to telepathic Brent and sorcerer-in-training, Delilah, for help. Will Coop find his life on the line again?

Token of Darkness is a thrilling and provocative story, full of magical misdeeds and the fear of what hides just out of sight. In typical Atwater-Rhodes style we are hit with a shocker of a plot that moves at a fluid rapid pace; it is well rounded and intriguing and  filled with characters that you can’t help but be drawn to. You’ll also enjoy a new twist on the subject manner. My only complaint is that, after such a breathtaking journey, the ending wrapped up fairly quickly and fell a little flat after all the preceding action. It did still bring a tear to my eye though–I do love a happy ending.

By far the stand out character for me was Delilah. She comes across as immature and very selfish, and as someone who certainly shouldn’t be playing around with so much power; but, at the end, she grows a more rounded moral radar and puts her own needs and wants aside to help save the day. Delilah could also be used as a good example of why you shouldn’t play with mystical forces you really don’t understand.

A fascinating, gripping read. If you haven’t read any of Atwater-Rhodes’ work, I highly recommend you put her on your to be read list today.

Token of Darkness– Amelia Atwater- Rhodes

Paperback, 197 Pages

Published by Random House Australia

ISBN: 978-1-74275-077-4