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Who Is Mcdonald's Black Mirrors Of The Soul?

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Black Mirrors of the Soul is the second novel in a series by Charles McDonald. McDonald takes you to the brink beyond logic while simultaneously weaving an unforgettable story. I had the privilege of reviewing the first book in the series, A Kingdom Forgotten. Had I not already read that book, I feel I would have been lost while reading Black Mirrors of the Soul. However, having said that, I feel that the second book in the series is much more accessible than the first. Both books are written in a style that jumps through time and space at a near-dizzying rate. In order to fully understand Black Mirrors of the Soul, one must first understand a little from A Kingdom Forgotten. The first of seven seals has been broken by “the one” mentioned in …show more content…

What happened in Damon’s life that destroyed seemingly all goodness in his soul? Everyone who meets Damon agrees that he is not a good person. However, he is such a complex character that nearly all are drawn to him either in fear, hate, or love. Black Mirrors of the Soul will take you through all the emotions. Just as in A Kingdom Forgotten, good and evil are not the simple concepts you think they ought to be. In Black Mirrors of the Soul, the father/son relationship is explored. The book also includes more power struggles, manipulative relationships, pure love, vengeance, as well as a theme of redemption. McDonald’s writing style includes a happy mix of description and narrative. His pace is thrilling. Characters continue to be developed, letting you see more and more of each person. Rarely do I find a book that includes such amazing synergy between foreknowledge and mystery. Information is doled out in a way that compels you to read more and leaves you breathless when you reach the end. I am happy to give this 4 out of 4 stars; however, due to sultry scenes, I would not recommend this to anyone beneath

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