Title: Scattered Plume
Series: Fallen Flame #2
Author: J.M. Miller
Genre: YA Fantasy
Release Date: September 27, 2018
Cover Photo and Design: Regina Wamba
Paperback Interior Design: Champagne Formats
Character Illustration: Gabriella Bujdoso
Cover Photo and Design: Regina Wamba
Paperback Interior Design: Champagne Formats
Character Illustration: Gabriella Bujdoso
In the wake of death and betrayal, Vala flees the island of Garlin with Xavyn in search of the truth about her identity.
To find the answers they seek, they must first cross The Divide—a mass of cloud and fog that has separated human lands from the rest of the world for hundreds of years. As they pass through what is meant to kill all others, a surge of magic emerges, bringing death to some and more power to others. In turn, The Divide is weakened, the fog dissolving enough to reveal what lies beyond, reigniting thoughts of war between sides.
But the imminent collapse of The Divide isn’t the only thing concerning Vala and Xavyn. They discover what Vala needs the most is also what the Islain queen had been searching for—a feather. Not only could it help prevent war, it could restore Vala’s immortality despite all she has forgotten. Though there are others also searching, waiting for magic to return, prepared to risk it all for the same immortal goal.
I really enjoyed this. I loved the previous book Fallen Flame. This is no different, though I could have used a reread of Fallen Flame prior to reading this. It has been quite a while and while I remember the basics, I had forgotten a lot of the details. I quickly caught up, and found myself back on track with Vala and Xavyn as they try to unravel the mystery that is Vala’s existence.
I really like the mythology aspect of this story, though I would have liked to know a bit more about the magic system. I’m hoping that as magic returns to the land we get to know more about it. At this point the magic seems to be specific to the type of being. There were lots of different types of characters, we have several different types of fae, mer, goddesses, humans, and I’m probably forgetting some. I really enjoyed Miller’s creativity with the characters. I also liked the character development we get in the book. We meet lots of new characters in Scattered Plume, and they all have a part to play. I adore Esenna, she is a wonderful addition to the cast and a great side character.
The story follows Vala and Xavyn as they leave the island Vala has called home to find a lost feather. The feather will hopefully restore Vala’s lost memories, restore magic in the lands, and prevent an impending war. As they cross from the human lands into the land where magic once dwelled, Vala begins to remember her past and her lost feathers begins to call to her. Vala soon learns that she lost 3 feathers and she must find all 3 to undo the things she did in her past. On their journey they meet some new friends who help them on their way, and some who are looking to take the feather for themselves.
The first half of the book moves at a slower pace as Vala and Xavyn try to figure out what the best plan of action is. Vala is still fairly disoriented from what she learned at the end of the first book and from crossing the divide to the mainland. They aren’t sure where to start looking for the feather and spend some time meeting people, figuring out their impact on the world, travelling, and working out who to trust and who not to trust. Once they start going after the feathers things pick up and the pace picks up significantly. There is a ton of action and some pretty awesome battle scenes. I’m always onboard with any fight scene with a dragon. The ending leaves you wanting more in a good and needing to know how this story ends. If you like fantasy I recommend this series.
I was provided an ARC by the author in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this. I loved the previous book Fallen Flame. This is no different, though I could have used a reread of Fallen Flame prior to reading this. It has been quite a while and while I remember the basics, I had forgotten a lot of the details. I quickly caught up, and found myself back on track with Vala and Xavyn as they try to unravel the mystery that is Vala’s existence.
I really like the mythology aspect of this story, though I would have liked to know a bit more about the magic system. I’m hoping that as magic returns to the land we get to know more about it. At this point the magic seems to be specific to the type of being. There were lots of different types of characters, we have several different types of fae, mer, goddesses, humans, and I’m probably forgetting some. I really enjoyed Miller’s creativity with the characters. I also liked the character development we get in the book. We meet lots of new characters in Scattered Plume, and they all have a part to play. I adore Esenna, she is a wonderful addition to the cast and a great side character.
The story follows Vala and Xavyn as they leave the island Vala has called home to find a lost feather. The feather will hopefully restore Vala’s lost memories, restore magic in the lands, and prevent an impending war. As they cross from the human lands into the land where magic once dwelled, Vala begins to remember her past and her lost feathers begins to call to her. Vala soon learns that she lost 3 feathers and she must find all 3 to undo the things she did in her past. On their journey they meet some new friends who help them on their way, and some who are looking to take the feather for themselves.
The first half of the book moves at a slower pace as Vala and Xavyn try to figure out what the best plan of action is. Vala is still fairly disoriented from what she learned at the end of the first book and from crossing the divide to the mainland. They aren’t sure where to start looking for the feather and spend some time meeting people, figuring out their impact on the world, travelling, and working out who to trust and who not to trust. Once they start going after the feathers things pick up and the pace picks up significantly. There is a ton of action and some pretty awesome battle scenes. I’m always onboard with any fight scene with a dragon. The ending leaves you wanting more in a good and needing to know how this story ends. If you like fantasy I recommend this series.
"This is an incredible universe that JM Miller has created - so many aspects and little details that many people wouldn't even think of. … Also, can I just say DRAGON. I'll just leave that right there, not gonna say anymore. You just need to go grab these two books and read them. RIGHT NOW. Enjoy, you won't be sorry." – A Page to Turn
"I really like that Xavyn is kinda to-die-for, while Vala is even more badass than she was - and there is one last book, I can't wait to see what else will happen!" – That Transylvanian Book Chick
"I knew after Fallen Flame, this was going to be an outstanding series, and I was definitely right about that!" – Stalking Shelves
J.M. Miller currently consumes her coffee in Florida. When she isn't distracted by social media sites, she writes Young Adult and New Adult novels that vary in genre.
Aside from spending time with her family, she loves to travel and will jump at the chance to go anywhere, whenever life allows.
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