Assessment:

Plot/Idea: The third installment in Devlyn’s Cosmos Saga series is a massive tale that glitters with fantasy, romance, and danger. Devlyn evokes court intrigue alongside wonder at the technological advances of the kingdom of Cardina, and readers will be immersed in the story’s battles and quests as the plot builds.

Prose: Descriptions are rich with information and stirring imagery, and, overall, the prose is elegant and clear—though Devlyn changes tense in places, which detracts from the story’s impact.

Originality:  Time travel, kingdoms on the brink of disaster, and enduring love are just some of the features that make Catalyst unique.

Character/Execution: Characters are painted with a level of mystery that makes them interesting, and Devlyn renders the main players sensibly and emotionally, allowing them touching relationships that outlast believable, realistic conflict.

Date Submitted: August 23, 2023