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Paths of Shadow #3
Every Wind of Change
Mage Meralda’s perilous airship journey across the vast Great Sea made her a hero.
Her discovery of the Arc may doom her world.
The Arc, a mysterious metal structure hanging ten thousand feet above the stormy Sea, is singing. Tasked by the King to decipher the Arc’s strange song, Meralda discovers plans for an outlandish machine hidden in the song’s mathematical lyrics.
With sharp-tongued vegetable familiar Mug at her side, Meralda embarks on an unexpected journey across the void. Together they face ravenous beasts, ancient engines, and the most diabolical creature of all – Meralda's own long-lost mother.
With nothing but her wits, her Sight, and her determination to return home and find a decent cup of coffee, Meralda vows to lead her tiny band to safety. But her long journey home also means facing an old sorrow, and a singularly unpleasant truth.
As monsters close in, can Meralda prevail where thousands before her failed and perished?
Join Meralda, Mug, and Donchen for this third installment of the Paths of Shadow series.
Her discovery of the Arc may doom her world.
The Arc, a mysterious metal structure hanging ten thousand feet above the stormy Sea, is singing. Tasked by the King to decipher the Arc’s strange song, Meralda discovers plans for an outlandish machine hidden in the song’s mathematical lyrics.
With sharp-tongued vegetable familiar Mug at her side, Meralda embarks on an unexpected journey across the void. Together they face ravenous beasts, ancient engines, and the most diabolical creature of all – Meralda's own long-lost mother.
With nothing but her wits, her Sight, and her determination to return home and find a decent cup of coffee, Meralda vows to lead her tiny band to safety. But her long journey home also means facing an old sorrow, and a singularly unpleasant truth.
As monsters close in, can Meralda prevail where thousands before her failed and perished?
Join Meralda, Mug, and Donchen for this third installment of the Paths of Shadow series.
277 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 22, 2018
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August 9, 2018
Every Wind of Change (Paths of Shadow Book 3) by Frank Tuttle
While this series, Paths of Shadow, has always had an element of steampunk and magic in its world, “Every Wind of Change” jumps into the realm of Sci-Fi after the “event.” Sorry, I got a little ahead of myself there. Meralda has been assigned, by the King of Tirlin, to decipher the sounds the mysterious Arc is emitting. He also bestows a pay raise and a promotion to Tirlin’s Secret Service. Her new boss is none other than Mrs. Primsbite. To put a cherry on top of it all, Meralda’s long-absent mother reappears and insists on insinuating herself, and her little dog too, into her daughter’s life again. Donchen attempts to arbitrate between mother and daughter, to Meralda’s dismay.
The plot is cleverly crafted and engaging with twists and turns of the outlandish storyline, since they are all out of their element I found that fitting. The dialogues are intelligent, cunning, and witty. New characters are introduced who I hope to see more of in the next book. The scenery and surroundings are well described, which place the reader right beside the characters. The ending is epic and a lot more far-reaching than I was expecting. Meralda’s mother also gains a new larger pet, which fits her well. Readers will also be pleased that Mr. Reardon, mother’s ankle-biter, is still with her as well. Don’t miss this new addition to Meralda and Mug’s adventure.
FYI: “Every Wind of Change” is the third book in a planned four book series from Mr. Tuttle’s, Paths of Shadow. Each book stands alone. However I have enjoyed watching each character’s growth as the series continues. The first book of the series is All the Paths of Shadow, followed by All the Turns of Light. **Originally written for "BigAl’s Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy.** July 30, 2018
Format/Typo Issues: I did find a small number of proofing issues, nothing that threw me out of the story.
While this series, Paths of Shadow, has always had an element of steampunk and magic in its world, “Every Wind of Change” jumps into the realm of Sci-Fi after the “event.” Sorry, I got a little ahead of myself there. Meralda has been assigned, by the King of Tirlin, to decipher the sounds the mysterious Arc is emitting. He also bestows a pay raise and a promotion to Tirlin’s Secret Service. Her new boss is none other than Mrs. Primsbite. To put a cherry on top of it all, Meralda’s long-absent mother reappears and insists on insinuating herself, and her little dog too, into her daughter’s life again. Donchen attempts to arbitrate between mother and daughter, to Meralda’s dismay.
The plot is cleverly crafted and engaging with twists and turns of the outlandish storyline, since they are all out of their element I found that fitting. The dialogues are intelligent, cunning, and witty. New characters are introduced who I hope to see more of in the next book. The scenery and surroundings are well described, which place the reader right beside the characters. The ending is epic and a lot more far-reaching than I was expecting. Meralda’s mother also gains a new larger pet, which fits her well. Readers will also be pleased that Mr. Reardon, mother’s ankle-biter, is still with her as well. Don’t miss this new addition to Meralda and Mug’s adventure.
FYI: “Every Wind of Change” is the third book in a planned four book series from Mr. Tuttle’s, Paths of Shadow. Each book stands alone. However I have enjoyed watching each character’s growth as the series continues. The first book of the series is All the Paths of Shadow, followed by All the Turns of Light. **Originally written for "BigAl’s Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy.** July 30, 2018
Format/Typo Issues: I did find a small number of proofing issues, nothing that threw me out of the story.
February 23, 2019
LOVE these books
Tuttle's descriptions of his characters are so bright and delightfully wordy in an unrestrained use of many many syllables per word. There is no use of simple phrases like "he was sad." Tuttle will go into great detail for you. His characters also have a fantastic sense of humor, even when they are sad. He closed this book in a way that could very well end the series. I think it was a wee bit hasty, though. Hearing Shingvere and Fromarch's comments on the events that transpired would have been delightful. I'm also a bit disappointed there was no wedding, but really despite the amount of kissing I'm unsure if the lovebirds will ever have time for a wedding. At any rate I highly recommend all three of these books. Especially if you enjoy a PG rated read. Which frankly it's nice to take some time off from the horrors some writers come up with. Thank you, Mr. Tuttle, these books have been a good read.
Tuttle's descriptions of his characters are so bright and delightfully wordy in an unrestrained use of many many syllables per word. There is no use of simple phrases like "he was sad." Tuttle will go into great detail for you. His characters also have a fantastic sense of humor, even when they are sad. He closed this book in a way that could very well end the series. I think it was a wee bit hasty, though. Hearing Shingvere and Fromarch's comments on the events that transpired would have been delightful. I'm also a bit disappointed there was no wedding, but really despite the amount of kissing I'm unsure if the lovebirds will ever have time for a wedding. At any rate I highly recommend all three of these books. Especially if you enjoy a PG rated read. Which frankly it's nice to take some time off from the horrors some writers come up with. Thank you, Mr. Tuttle, these books have been a good read.
July 31, 2021
2.5 stars
I had not realized this was out, so I waited a long time for it, searching under what was probably an early working title. When I found it, I was thrilled, and sped back through the first two before reading it, just to catch up again.
Unfortunately, the series has taken a turn that leaves me indifferent. What began as light fantasy featuring Mage Meralda and her friends has become a space operetta featuring Engineer Meralda and her friends, apparently borrowed from a variety of sources such as The Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, and who knows where else. Meh. I read somewhere that there is to be a fourth book. I don't think I'd bother with it. I liked the early Meralda, and if the character herself hasn't changed much, her adventures have, and they no longer intrest me.
I had not realized this was out, so I waited a long time for it, searching under what was probably an early working title. When I found it, I was thrilled, and sped back through the first two before reading it, just to catch up again.
Unfortunately, the series has taken a turn that leaves me indifferent. What began as light fantasy featuring Mage Meralda and her friends has become a space operetta featuring Engineer Meralda and her friends, apparently borrowed from a variety of sources such as The Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, and who knows where else. Meh. I read somewhere that there is to be a fourth book. I don't think I'd bother with it. I liked the early Meralda, and if the character herself hasn't changed much, her adventures have, and they no longer intrest me.
August 16, 2018
4.5 stars; I skimmed a lot of the battle sequences.
This third book in the series turns the corner from steampunk into science-fantasy, as the Mage of Tirlin surpasses her previous feat of cross-navigating the skies by ending up in space.
I enjoyed catching up with our heroine and Mug, as they and main squeeze Donchen meet an array of bizarre new friends and battle coccygodynic space bugs. I did miss the antics of Meralda's elderly cohorts.
It will be interesting to find out how the revelations of space travel change their society, if at all.
This third book in the series turns the corner from steampunk into science-fantasy, as the Mage of Tirlin surpasses her previous feat of cross-navigating the skies by ending up in space.
I enjoyed catching up with our heroine and Mug, as they and main squeeze Donchen meet an array of bizarre new friends and battle coccygodynic space bugs. I did miss the antics of Meralda's elderly cohorts.
It will be interesting to find out how the revelations of space travel change their society, if at all.
December 20, 2018
This book was awesome. I was on the edge of my seat practically the entire time hoping Meralda would be able to get everyone out of the predicament they found themselves in. I love all the characters and the new ones were funny and charming. I couldn't put this one down, I had to know how it would end. Definitely start at the beginning with these books, I wouldn't call it a standalone. I will absolutely keep reading this series.
February 18, 2019
Could be 3.5 stars But my love of Meralda bumped it up to 4
Not my favorite Meralda book by far; the antagonistic parts read far too long and the development of the mother daughter aspect of the story needed to be fleshed out more. As excited as I was to read book 3 O wax only a little disappointed by these two aspects. The intro of some new characters and the unique ending was worth the read.
Not my favorite Meralda book by far; the antagonistic parts read far too long and the development of the mother daughter aspect of the story needed to be fleshed out more. As excited as I was to read book 3 O wax only a little disappointed by these two aspects. The intro of some new characters and the unique ending was worth the read.
July 5, 2018
Excellent
But there were some persons missing from the finale that should have at least been mentioned. What happened to the Hang crew?
Top notch, professional writing. Quasi-steampunk, madcap, Victorian, and utterly ridiculous. The flying plant acting as a reporter for a newspaper while having flour battles with crows made for a delightful counterpoint.
But there were some persons missing from the finale that should have at least been mentioned. What happened to the Hang crew?
Top notch, professional writing. Quasi-steampunk, madcap, Victorian, and utterly ridiculous. The flying plant acting as a reporter for a newspaper while having flour battles with crows made for a delightful counterpoint.
July 4, 2018
Another great entry in the Paths of Shadow series. This series has always been a steampunk fantasy with a little steampunk science fiction mixed in. This time around the story is heavy on the science fiction elements, and it makes for a great story. Read it!
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