The Peerless Seer's Gambit


Children - Fantasy/Sci-Fi
272 Pages
Reviewed on 07/24/2016
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Reviewed by Arya Fomonyuy for Readers' Favorite

B.S. Gibbs’ The Peerless Seer's Gambit is another powerful entry in the Emaleen Andarsan series, an exciting and engaging story for young readers, an adventure featuring courageous characters in a thrilling world of magic. Emaleen Barsan is only twelve when she discovers her extraordinary gifts. Yes, she is different, and at the start of the story, she’s just defeated the evil Seer, Maerdern, in a very dangerous battle. Now transported into an invisible realm, she safely works on harnessing her magical skills. But will she be able to complete her training before the evil Maerdern finds her location and comes looking to exact his revenge? A tale of magic and courage that will find a privileged place in the hearts of young readers and fantasy lovers.

The Peerless Seer's Gambit scores great success on different levels. First off, the story has a powerful hook and readers want to follow the young and gifted girl through her conflict with a formidable adversary. But readers will want to know what the protagonist can do with her powers. Can she master her powers and use them for the service of those she loves or will she become a victim to her powers, unable to get a complete handle on them? B.S. Gibbs creates very interesting characters and it is enjoyable to watch the protagonist develop from an uncertain young girl to a mature adult, capable of embracing her path and taking responsibility for her destiny. The prose is beautiful and it features wonderful descriptions and images that will stay with readers long after they have turned the last page of this fast-paced and conflict-driven story.