The Wandering Star is the first part of The Shifter’s Trance Series by S.P. Mittson who is a debut author and has written this book which consists of a fictional world with different realms, superpowers, monsters, mysteries, adventures, young adult drama and so much more!
Ratings: 5/5⭐
Genre: Fiction, Fantasy
Number of Pages: 300
Format: Paperback
Publication Date: December 30, 2023
Publisher: Nu Voice Press
Blurb of The Wandering Star
Eloise Hector, the princess of Murkwood, who has always been hidden and suppressed was born with a mysterious glitch. When her mother dies in an accident, she loses control over her powers. Unintentionally, she shifts her friends to Shadowland— a moonless realm of hallucinations, with shadows lurking in the clouds of mist—clueless about how to rescue them. Kayden Parsons is an obnoxious jerk who thinks of himself as the King of the Murkwood. When he finds Eloise in trouble, he offers his help, knowing she considers him her nemesis. As they join forces, sparks fly, aiding Eloise in harnessing her powers during a thrilling and mystic adventure filled with tension and flirty banter. Together, they must find a way to thwart the Forsaken and rescue her friends from the darkness of Shadowland before it’s too late.
Summary
In “The Wandering Star (The Shifter’s Trance Series #1)” by S.P. Mittson, we dive into a world where glitches aren’t just technical errors but integral parts of the plot. Eloise Hector, the princess of Murkwood (which she hates being called btw), grapples with powers she can’t control after a tragic accident. Kayden Parsons, who’s as charming as he is obnoxious, offers help despite being labeled Eloise’s nemesis. Together, they embark on a journey through Shadowland, a realm filled with mist and lurking shadows, to rescue Eloise’s friends from the clutches of darkness. (Psst… Yes, there’s sort of a love triangle, read to find out!)
From the very beginning, the mysterious plot sets the stage for an adventure that’s as captivating as it is unpredictable. You’ll find yourself immersed in a world where every twist and turn keeps you on your toes, wondering what surprise awaits on the next page.
Personal Reviews
Let’s address the elephant in the room—the glitch motif might be a tad overused. It’s like when your favorite song plays on repeat until you can’t stand it anymore. By the time you hit the last page, you might be thinking, “Okay, we get it, there’s a glitch.” It’s a bit like having too much of a good thing, you know?
Yet, despite the occasional stumble in pacing and character development, there’s an undeniable allure to the narrative.
The author, herself, said that she was a lot inspired by the stories that her grandparents told her and we see instances where there might be some careful and thoughtful references to Hindu mythology!
While I eagerly flipped through the pages, there was a lingering hunger for deeper exploration into the story and its characters. I loved Kayden’s POV at the end of the book.
But, it’s not the end because we are awaiting two more volumes!
“The Wandering Star” is a thrilling debut that takes you on a mystical adventure filled with twists, turns, and glitches. Its captivating narrative and dynamic characters keep you hooked until the very end. So, grab your book and join Eloise and Kayden on their journey through Shadowland—you won’t regret it.
About The Author- SP Mittson
S.P. Mittson is a 31-year-old storyteller. After posting her stories and quotes on Social Media, she has finally taken a leap and scribbled a fantasy. This will be her debut novel. She was born and raised in New Delhi, India, where she lives with her Chartered Accountant husband and her notorious toddler. She is a Chartered Accountancy Inter and has done her MBA in Finance. She currently works as finance head in various companies and helps her husband manage his Chartered Accountancy Firm. In her life, she has been a dancer, a painter, and a creative writer who loves traveling and gaining new experiences. She is an extrovert who knows very well how to express herself.