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Gameboard of the Gods

Gameboard of the Gods 3

by Richelle Mead
Publication Date: 04/06/2013
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In a futuristic world nearly destroyed by religious extremists, Justin March is a former investigator of religious groups who was sent into exile after a failed job, a fate that has left the brilliant servitor bitter and free to indulge his addictive personality. Suddenly, Justin is sent home to the Republic of United North America with a peculiar assignment - to solve a string of ritualistic murders steeped in seemingly unexplainable phenomena. Justin's unexpected return comes with an even bigger shock: his new partner and body guard is a praetorian, one of the elite and deadly super soldiers of the RUNA. Mae Koskinen's inexplicably perfect beauty and aristocratic upbringing pique Justin's avid curiosity - and his desire - though her true nature holds more danger than anyone realizes. As their investigation unfolds, Justin and Mae find themselves in the path of terrible danger. Mysterious enemies and powers greater than they can imagine have begun to assemble in the shadows, preparing to reclaim a world where humans are merely game pieces on their board.
Gameboard of the Gods, the first novel of Richelle Mead's Age of X series, delivers all the elements that have made her bestselling Vampire Academy series a breakout success: sexy, irresistible characters; romantic and mythological intrigue; and breathless action and suspense.
ISBN:
9781921880247
9781921880247
Category:
Fantasy
Publication Date:
04-06-2013
Publisher:
PENGUIN BOOKS AUSTRALIA
Country of origin:
Australia
Pages:
464
Dimensions (mm):
231x153x34mm
Weight:
0.56kg
Richelle Mead

Richelle Mead is an international bestselling author of over twenty-five books for both adults and teens. Her Georgina Kincaid and Dark Swan series take a witty but edgy look at the paranormal while her sci-fi Age of X series shows us a future with no religion.

Over on the young adult side, Richelle has written the much-acclaimed Vampire Academy series and its spin-off, Bloodlines, about a secret society keeping the vampire world hidden from humans. Her latest project, The Glittering Court, takes place in a fantasy world inspired by colonial America, following the adventures of three impoverished girls trained up to be "ladies" who can make advantageous marriages in a dangerous new world across the sea.

Richelle's books have been on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists and received honors from the American Library Association. Her books have been translated into over two dozen languages, as well as adapted into graphic novels. In 2014, Vampire Academy was made into a feature film. A lifelong reader, Richelle loves mythology and wacky humor. When not writing, she can be found spending time with her family, buying dresses, and watching bad reality TV.

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Richelle Mead's new book 'Gameboard of the Gods' follows Mae Koskinen (elite and gorgeous soldier) and Justin March (an exiled servitor determined to get his old life back) as they embark on a journey to solve brutal murders committed by religious extremists. Meanwhile, they are battling the growing darkness inside of themselves (and their ill-advised attraction for one another).

This book is an absolute page-turner. Mead is a genius when it comes to creating complex, enthralling plots for her characters to navigate through. Mead certainly does not disappoint with this serious.

Just like all of her previous books, this one is full of action, cliff-hangers and surprises. If you are a fan of her previous stuff, this book is a must-read!

The only thing I have to warn is make sure to pay a lot of attention when Mead explains details about the world she has created. Sometimes it got confusing learning about all the different districts and groups, their backgrounds, and what it all means to the story. On the positive side, this is only a minor thing and the world is incredibly compelling and original.

I look forward to what she does next!

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Have you ever imagined what the world would be like in the future? New technology, new culture, new religion and a new way of living? Well Richelle Mead takes you deep into a new age with Gameboard of the Gods.

The world has changed and religion has been placed under strict limitations. Battles are waging and there are two great forces RUNA (Republic of United North America) and the EA (Eastern Alliance). Everything else is known as the provinces, barbaric and culturally inferior in comparison. RUNA is a highly advanced country which can track its population by chips inserted into their hands. Crime is low, however a string of strange murders occur which forces the government to resort to extreme measures.

Enter Justin March, a servitor exiled after failing in his job to investigate religious groups. Justin dreams of returning to his life in the RUNA and is given a rare opportunity to return. He must investigate the murders occurring in RUNA or fail and return to exile.

Enter Mae Koskinen, a praetorian elite RUNA soldier, assigned to keep Justin safe. Fuelled by neurotransmitters to enhance her abilities, she is considered one of the best in the business. She has discovered a new darkness that overcomes her during battle, bringing out her violent side.

The two must work together to overcome the darkness they have both found themselves in, fighting not just the unknown enemy but their feelings as well.

Mead has definitely stepped up her game with this series; moving from her comfort zone of vampires and succubi. She has created new labels for her futuristic world and at times it can be difficult to follow, however the story makes you overlook the confusing language. Mead has created a detailed and logical age which leaves you wondering just how accurate this life could be in the future. I particularly loved the heroine, Mae, a fearless soldier with compassion and her character development throughout the novel. This is an excellent read and a very promising beginning.

I give it a 9.5 out of10.
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Imagine living in a country where the government controls your religious views, knows your every move, and determines worth based on DNA and you have Richelle's vision for Republic of United Northern America.



Mae is a member of the RUNA's military elite, born into a society that puts value on her DNA score and ability to marry well because of her looks.



Justin is a religious group auditor who has been brought back from a life in exile.



These two very different people are thrown together to investigate a series of murders with no clear motive, suspect or link.



This is not your typical Richelle Mead novel, and has a very different style to what we've experienced so far in her Vampire Academy and Succubus series'. Definitely a much more somber approach, lacking her usual wit, but perhaps more reflective of the environment in which the story is set.



I enjoy the interaction between the Justin and Mae, but feel the book as a whole was a little drawn out and lacking a bit of punch.



Also thought a little too much was left to the reader to work out. From the get-go I felt like I was simply dropped into the middle of a story and had to fill in the missing pieces.



Overall probably 3/5. A good read, but think I'll hold judgement until book 2.

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