I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own. 

A teen girl unlocks and releases magic back into the world and faces the dark forces who will kill to have it all to themselves in author Jonni Jordyn’s “The Lost Art of Magic: Tome I”.

The Synopsis

Magic has been lost for centuries, and when 16-year-old Destiny stumbles upon it, she accidentally unlocks it for all the descendants of the ancient clans, but some of them want it only for themselves and are willing to kill to keep it.

The Review

What a powerful and unique magical novel. The narrative takes off immediately, showcasing a deadly war between witches and their ancient enemies. The protagonist, Destiny, makes a strong impression as she revels in releasing her magical gifts, a first in centuries, and yet stays true to herself, forging her path forward despite her ancestors’ and grandmother’s insistence on learning the ancient ways. The even pacing allows the world-building and mythology the author has established to take hold, enveloping the narrative with creativity and heart.

The imagery of the author’s writing style and the rich storytelling that the author brought to life on the page were superb. The action and chaos that erupt upon Destiny unlocking magic keep the adrenaline flowing, and the character development is so dynamic on the page, from Destiny’s strong protagonist role to her connection to characters like Blake or Marvalaine to the vile villain who will stop at nothing to claim her power. 

The Verdict

Heartfelt, compelling, and entertaining author Jonni Jordyn’s “The Lost Art of Magic: Tome I” is a must-read magical fantasy and supernatural adventure. The narrative’s twists and turns and powerful themes of good versus evil create a new and buzzworthy series that will keep fans on the edge of their seats for book two. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy on September 13th, 2024 or preorder your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

About the Author

Jonni Jordyn, born in Oakland, Ca, started out playing music at age two, and moved on to singing and acting in grade school. High School introduced writing and film making followed by drawing and photography in college. In other words, she had a VERY LIBERAL arts education.

Jonni published some poetry and some india ink drawings in literary magazines while in college, won critical acclaim for her acting in a cabaret theater, but was faced with a decision to pick out the arts she wanted to pursue.

Of all the available opportunities, music and song writing won the first round when she found herself performing with legendary stars of the sixties and seventies.

Round two began years later, after leaving California for Arizona. It all started with a blank piece of paper and the question, “how can I possibly write more than eleven thousand words for a single story?” A valid question which was followed up a year later with, “How did I ever write 160,000 words?”

Now, the writing comes much easier, but still there are questions like, “How will I ever get all these ideas written down?” followed closely by, “How many times can I edit the same book?”

Jonni currently lives in Colorado with her bird.