Is the book suitable for all ages?

No, the book is rated 18+ due to mature themes and some explicit content.

Where can I buy the book?

The Song of the Vulture is available on Bookvoed and other marketplaces.

Is the book part of a series?

Yes, The Song of the Vulture is part of a series with at least three volumes, and two more on the way.

What's the book's design like?

The book has a beautifully designed cover and interior, with a nice balance of text and images.

Is the book easy to read?

Yes, the book is easy to read and flows well, making it a great choice for fans of fantasy and adventure.

What's the book's age rating?

The book is rated 18+ due to mature themes and some explicit content.

Will the series improve?

I'm still holding out hope that the series will improve, but for now, it's a total letdown.

The Song of the Vulture Book Review

▪️⬛▪️Hello everyone!▪️⬛▪️

I have to admit, I was totally swept up by the cover of this book. The beautiful design, the foreign author's name, and the promise of a magical world all caught my attention. I haven't delved too deeply into the content, but the nicely designed series hooked me from the very start. There were only two volumes back then, now there are three, and at least two more are on the way, which is both exciting and a bit scary.

Unfortunately, I received the beautifully censored three volumes as a gift, so I'm left to wonder what the original version looked like. But I've been able to let my imagination run wild...

❤️The Song of the Vulture. Francis Kell❤️

Available at: Bookvoed, marketplaces

Number of pages: 444

Age rating: 18+

💣Design💣

This is one of the most beautiful books in my collection. The soft-touch matte cover is stunning. It features a fallen angel surrounded by thorns, which is a great representation of the story's atmosphere. The young man's pose is defensive, and his eyes convey a sense of fear.

The title and author's name are beautifully displayed on the mini-supercovers.

The book's description is just as beautifully designed as the cover. I assumed it was an imported book due to the author's name, but unfortunately, it's just a pseudonym. The bookmark that comes with the book is thick and has golden lettering - it's lovely.

The world map on the front cover and the beautiful illustration of a singing vulture are eye-catching.

The spine with the thorny vine completes the overall design.

The pages in the book are white, smooth, and pleasant to the touch.

At the beginning of each chapter, depending on the character whose perspective the story is told from, there's either a canary or an owl.

The book also has a few glossy inserts with illustrations that fit perfectly with the story. You'll recognize the characters and it's a nice touch.

The drawings of the characters are pleasant to look at - the boys are all adorable and angelic-looking, and the few girls are cute too.

My favorite illustration is this one, although it does have a bit of a questionable implication.

The illustrations give a glimpse into the story and highlight the main characters - both the kids and the older students, like Gedeon, who attend the academy.

They look like kids here The book is pleasant to touch and look at from start to finish.

💔What's the book about? 💔

In the fictional world of Octavia, there are strict boundaries between social classes - the upper class, with their fair hair, hold the positions of power. They live a life of luxury, like the upper crust. They have some kind of magic, access to dark matter, and are taught how to control it.

Half-bloods work for the upper class in various roles. They have abilities, but they're weaker and aren't taught how to control them. It's basically an analogy for the peasantry.

The lower class - ordinary people without abilities, not valuable to society, aren't taught anything, and live in slums outside the upper class's territory. It's a world of dirt, disease, poverty, and hunger. But they do have a strong immune system, unlike the upper class.

Thanks to one interesting half-blood, the worlds of the upper and lower classes collided, represented by characters from each.

One thing that really got me hooked was the tangled web of intrigue, deception, politics, and deep emotions that unfold as the story goes.

⚔️⚔️Characters ⚔️⚔️

Gaultier - a 15-year-old kid from the upper echelons. He's a gentle blonde with a painful sense of justice. He's always on edge, fearing he might hurt or offend someone. He's neurotic and sensitive. Hands down, the most positive character of the bunch. He's kind, genuinely good-hearted, and a loyal friend.

Scafell- a half-breed. He's a dark-haired charmer who's friends with Gaultier. He sneaks into Gaultier's room through the window at night. He's intellectually gifted, has a great memory, and is highly trainable. He's also a master manipulator and liar, always spinning elaborate plans.

He's well-versed in history, loves art and literature, and often cites poets and writers.

He's the most interesting and complex character.

Jerome - a lower-class kid from an orphanage. He's a former thief who works for Scafell. And he's got a crush on him.

He's not the sharpest tool in the shed, lacks education, and isn't intellectually inclined. But he's loyal and dedicated.

Heathcliff - Gaultier's brother. He's from the upper echelons and has anger management issues. He's a high achiever, excels in dark magic, and has a complicated relationship with his brother.

Leon - Gaultier's classmate. He's from the upper echelons and is a ballet dancer. He's shy and introverted. He's constantly bullied by his classmates, but has the means to take them down with dark magic.

Edward - Scafell's fake uncle. He's a half-breed and one of the most enigmatic characters. He's got an opinion, but he's secretly working for Scafell. He's the oldest of the bunch.

🦊My Take 🦊

The thing that really let me down was the cliffhanger ending. I had no idea how many books there would be or when they'd be released. The pacing is slow, and there are way too many historical and literary digressions. It's interesting to read, but the momentum is pretty sluggish.

The plot threads from the first chapter just fizzle out, and by the end of the book, it's totally unclear what happened.

The characters are pretty well-developed. I enjoy watching them, and sometimes I even empathize with them. Some are more stable and reliable, while others are completely unpredictable. The story revolves around young people, and it's either charming or off-putting, depending on your tastes. There aren't many female characters, and they're barely featured.

The censoring is pretty obvious, especially when it comes to the more sensitive topics. I'm curious to see how deep the author goes in the romance department.

It's unrealistic to expect people of different ages and personalities to be drawn to the same sex in such a massive way, but the book isn't trying to be a realistic biography.

I've already got three volumes, so I'll keep reading, but I'm worried I'll forget everything by the time the next parts come out.

Still, I was expecting a trilogy, like it's stated everywhere, not a series that's still in progress.

I'm not sure if I should recommend this to you, considering all the nuances I've mentioned, especially since the book isn't even complete in terms of the plot or moral.

Thanks for reading, and I'll catch you on the flip side! 🦊💋