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OM System OM-5 Mirrorless Camera with 12-45mm f/4.0 (Black)OM System OM 5 Mirrorless Camera with 12 45mm f 4. 0 (Black) OM System SKU: V210022BU000 Helix SKU: OYV210022BU000 Overview Like Your Favorite Pair of Boots The OM 5 is not here to be flashy, steal the show, be in the way of your experience or even try to be the sole reason for your adventure. It is rather like your favorite pair of boots that lead you onto trails unknown; that bag that always has what you need or that friend that helps you see the
OM System OM-5 Mirrorless Camera with 12-45mm f/4.0 (Black)
OM System SKU: V210022BU000 | Helix SKU: OYV210022BU000
Overview
Like Your Favorite Pair of Boots
The OM-5 is not here to be flashy, steal the show, be in the way of your experience or even try to be the sole reason for your adventure. It is rather like your favorite pair of boots that lead you onto trails unknown; that bag that always has what you need or that friend that helps you see the world in a beautifully different way.
Invisible
So compact you barely notice it. A streamlined classic design that disappears in your bag but feels just right to hold.
Durable
Noticeably tough. The OM-5 will tackle anything your adventure can throw at it. There’s no bad weather for storytelling.
Discover
See nature in a new way through computational photography—an ever-expanding photographic journey of discovery.
Stories
When even pictures cannot do a story justice, turn it into a spectacular movie worthy of the journey you made.
A Device of Discovery
Technology is only useful if we use it. The OM-5 has everything you need and nothing you don’t.
While the technology within the camera is impressive, the really exciting part is when it comes together through computational photography and other features. Here are the highlights.
Touch the Sky
With the powers of Starry Sky AF and Live Composite combined, no celestial object is out of reach on your nighttime adventures.
Creative Flow
Class leading image stabilization and computational photography features such as Live ND will open up a new flow of creativity with movement.
Color Your Story
Capture every shade and color your story the way you experienced it with features like HDR, Color Creator, and Art Filters.
Venture Deeper
No camera can tell the story for you but the right bit of kit in the right situation can make all the difference in getting the shot or coming home empty-handed. But remember — sometimes missing the shot is just the thing you need to be able to make the most of the moment. The choice is yours.
4K30
Capture stunning views with a 4K 30p video codec that is easy on the memory card but does not compromise on quality and detail.
Vertical Video
Capture your stories the way you want to show them. Vertical videos means easy editing and easy sharing on mobile platforms.
OM-LOG400
Capture the full range of nature’s beauty with a filmmaking-specific color-grading friendly picture profile.
Specifications
Specifications
Sensor/Dust Reduction
| Sensor Type | 4/3 Live MOS Sensor |
| Effective Pixels | 20.4 million |
| Total Pixels | 21.8 million |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Dust Reduction | Supersonic Wave Filter (image sensor dust reduction system) |
Processor
| Processor Type | TruePic™ IX Image Processor |
Focusing System
| AF System Type |
High-speed imager AF *Imager phase detection AF and imager contrast AF used in combination |
| Focusing Points / Focusing Points Selection Mode | Cross-type phase detection AF (121 points), Contrast AF (121 points) / All target, Single target (Normal), Single target (Small), Group target (5 area), Group target (9 area), Group target (25 area), Custom target* (AF area and its increment steps selectable) *Number of saved custom target settings: 4 |
| Focus Modes | Single AF (S-AF), Single AF+MF (S-AF+MF), Continuous AF (C-AF), Continuous AF+MF (C-AF+MF), Manual Focus (MF), AF tracking (C-AF + TR), AF tracking+MF (C-AF + TR+MF), Preset MF, Starry sky AF (S-AF), Starry sky AF+MF (S-AF+MF) |
| AF Limiter | Available *Up to 3 distance settings can be saved |
| Magnified Frame | 3x, 5x, 7x, 10x, 14x |
| Super Spot AF | Available |
| Face Detection AF / Eye Detection | Available |
| AF Targeting Pad | Available |
| Peaking Function | Available |
| AF Focus Adjust | Available |
| AF Illuminator | Available |
Image Stabilization
| System Type | Built-in 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization |
| Modes | S-IS AUTO, S-IS1, S-IS2, S-IS3, OFF |
| Focal Length Setting | 11 settings: 10 programmable settings (10 lenses), 1 open setting *Lenses without communication function can be registered |
| 5-Axis Sync IS |
Available *When using the M.Zuiko Digital lenses equipped with image stabilization |
| Stabilization Performance | Compensation steps (Body only): 6.5 *When using the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO Focal length: 40mm (35mm equivalent: 80mm) Compensation steps (Sync IS): 7.5 *When using the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-100mm F4.0 IS PRO Focal length: 100mm (35mm equivalent: 200mm), halfway release image stabilization Off, Frame rate: High |
Shutter/Sequential Shooting
| Sequential Shooting Maximum Speed |
[Sequential shooting H] approx. 10 fps with selectable 5 -10 fps [Sequential shooting L] approx. 6fps with selectable 1-6 fps [Anti-shock sequential shooting L] approx. 5.5 fps with selectable 1-6 fps [Silent sequential shooting H] approx. 30 fps with selectable 15, 20, 30 fps [Silent sequential shooting L] approx. 10 fps with selectable 1-10fps [Pro Capture H] approx. 30 fps with selectable 15, 20, 30fps * Slower shutter speeds and flash can not be used [Pro Capture L] approx. 10 fps *Slower shutter speeds and flash can not be used. *Compatible lenses are limited. *The minimum aperture is f/8. |
| Max Recordable Pictures in Sequential Shooting | Sequential shooting H 10 fps [RAW]: Approx. 149 [JPEG LF]: Until card is full Sequential shooting L 6 fps [RAW]: Until card is full [JPEG LF]: Until card is full Silent sequential shooting H 30 fps [RAW]: Approx. 18 [JPEG LF]: Approx. 20 Silent sequential shooting L 10 fps [RAW]: Approx. 138 [JPEG LF]: Until card is full |
Viewfinder/Monitor
| Finder Type | Eye-level OLED electronic viewfinder, approx. 2.36M dots |
| Field of View / Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 100% / Approx. 1.23x[*1] ~ 1.37x[*2] (-1m-1, 50mm lens, Infinity) *1: Finder Style 1, 2 (aspect ratio 4:3) *2: Finder Style 3 (aspect ratio 4:3) |
| Eye Point / Diopter Adjustment Range | Approx. 27mm (-1m-1, Distance from rear lens surface) / -4 ~ +2m-1 |
| Display Grid | Off / normal grid / trichotomy /golden grid / scale / diagonal / movie grid *grid color is selectable |
| Level Gauge | 2-axis (horizontal/vertical) level gauge |
| Finder Style | 3 styles |
| Brightness / Color Temp Control | Adaptive brightness technology (EVF Auto Luminance) / ±2 level manual brightness control /±3 level manual color temperature control |
| Rear Monitor Size | 3.0-inch vari-angle monitor (electrostatic capacitance touch panel), Approx.1.04M dots (3:2) |
| Touch Control | Shutter release, Touch AF (AF area selection, AF area size adjustment), Face selection by touch operation, AF targeting pad, Frame forward/backward, Magnified playback, Live Guide, Super Control Panel, Wi-Fi connection |
| Tilting Capability | Swivel type |
| Brightness / Color Temp Control (Rear Monitor) | ±7 levels / ±7 levels |
Exposure Control/Flash
| Metering System |
Digital ESP metering (324-area multi pattern metering), Center-weighted average metering, Spot metering*, Spot metering with highlight/shadow control* *Also available AF target spot metering |
| Metering Range | Lowest luminance (-2 EV) / Highest luminance (20 EV) *ISO approx. 100, with F2.8 lens |
| Exposure Mode / Shooting Mode | AUTO (Live Guide can be used) Program AE (Program shift can be performed) Aperture priority AE Shutter priority AE Manual Bulb (Live Bulb, Live Time and Live Composite are available) Custom Scene select AE Art Filter |
| ISO Sensitivity | AUTO ISO (default): LOW (approx.64) ‐ 6400 with customizable default and upper limit (200 - 6400) Manual ISO: LOW (approx.64, approx.100), 200 ~ 25600 |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (adjustable by 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps) *Live View only reflects up to ±3 EV steps |
| AE Lock | Available *Locks with a half-press of the shutter button (can be set to other buttons) |
| Anti-Flicker Shooting | Available |
| Flash Intensity Control Mode | TTL Auto, Manual, Auto, Super FP (FP-TTL AUTO, FP-MANUAL) *Auto and Super FP are available on the external flash |
| Flash Mode | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 (FULL) ~ 1/64) |
| Synchronization Speed | 1/250 sec. When using Super FP: 1/125-1/8000 sec. When using electronic shutter: 1/50 sec. up to ISO6400, 1/20 sec. for ISO 8000 and higher, and 1/20 sec. for ISO bracketing |
| Flash Intensity Control | ±3 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps selectable) |
| Compatible External Flash | FL-LM3, FL-600R, FL-900R, STF-8, FL-700WR |
| Wireless Flash Control Method | OM SYSTEM (Olympus) Wireless RC Flash system (Triggered and controlled by flash) Compatible external flash FL-600R, FL-900R, FL-700WR |
| External Flash Intensity Type | TTL Auto, Manual, Auto, FP-TTL AUTO, FP-MANUAL |
| Channel No. | 4 channels |
| Group No. | 4 groups (External flash 3 groups + commander flash) |
| Radio Wireless Control | Available |
Memory/Image Recording (File Format)
| Compatible Memory | Slot 1: SD, SDHC (UHS-I / II), SDXC(UHS-I / II) |
| Recording Format | DCF2.0, Exif2.31 |
| File Format | JPEG, RAW(12-bit lossless compression), JPEG+RAW |
| Recording Image Size | RAW: 5184 x 3888 JPEG: 5184 x 3888 ~ 1024 x 768 |
White Balance/Color Mode
| White Balance Mode | Auto WB, 7 WB presets, 4 Capture WB, Custom WB (Kelvin setting) |
| White Balance Compensation* |
±7 steps along A-B / G-M axis * Including Custom WB |
| Color Mode | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
Bracketing/HDR
| Exposure Bracketing | 2, 3 or 5 frames (0.3/0.7/1.0EV steps selectable), 7 frames (0.3/0.7EV steps selectable) |
| ISO Bracketing | 3 frames (0.3/0.7/1.0EV steps selectable) |
| White Balance Bracketing | 3 frames (A-B/G-M axis*) *Selectable in 2, 4, 6 steps each |
| Flash Bracketing | 3 frames (0.3/0.7/1.0EV steps selectable) |
| Art Filter Bracketing | i-Enhance, Vivid, Natural, Muted, Portrait, Monotone, Custom, Art Filters, Color Creator, Underwater selectable |
| Focus Bracketing | 3 to 999 frames (step 1 to 10 selectable) Flash charge time (0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, 30 sec. selectable) |
| Focus Stacking | Available M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 7-14mm F2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8-25mm F4.0 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO II M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-45mm F4 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-100mm F4.0 IS PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm F2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm F4.0 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25x IS PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm F1.8 Fisheye PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 30mm F3.5 Macro M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm F2.8 Macro M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 300mm F4.0 IS PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 1.4x Teleconverter MC-14 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 2x Teleconverter MC-20 |
| HDR (Auto Composite) | HDR1, HDR2 (painting-like) *ISO sensitivity is fixed at 200, and maximum shutter speed setting is 4 sec. |
| Bracketing for HDR post-process | 3 or 5 frames (2.0 or 3.0 EV steps), 7 frames (2.0 EV steps) |
Creative Features
| Picture Mode | i-Finish, Vivid, Natural, Flat, Portrait, Monotone, Custom, e-Portrait, Underwater, Color Creator, Art Filters |
| Gradation | 4 types (Auto, Normal, High Key, Low Key) *Except when using e-Portrait, Underwater, Art Filters, Color Creator |
| Highlight and Shadow Control | ±7 steps each for highlight, shadow, mid-tone |
| Art Filter (Variation / Art Effect) |
Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Light Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Diorama, Cross Process, Gentle Sepia, Dramatic Tone, Key Line, Water Color, Vintage, Partial Color (18 color selectable), Bleach Bypass, Instant Film |
| Live Bulb / Live Time | Available *Update interval time 0.5 sec. ~ 60 sec. |
| Live Composite | Available *Update interval time 0.5 sec. ~ 60 sec. |
| Interval Shooting | Available *Creating Time-lapse movie is possible with interval shooting up to 999 frames. *Time priority, Frame priority selectable *Exposure smoothing is available |
| Multiple Exposure | 2 frames / auto gain adjustment, exposure on recorded picture (RAW) |
| Fisheye Compensation | 3 Styles *Enabled when M.Zuiko Digital ED 8mm F1.8 Fisheye PRO is used. |
| High Res Shot | Handheld High Res Shot: JPEG (50M) 8160 x 6120 JPEG (25M) 5760 x 4320 RAW 8160 x 6120 Tripod High Res Shot JPEG (50M) 8160 x 6120 JPEG (25M) 5760 x 4320 RAW 10368 x 7776 |
| Keystone Compensation | Available |
Video/Audio Recording
| Video Recording Format | MOV(MPEG-4AVC/H.264) |
| Movie Mode / Frame Rate / Compression Method | 4096 x 2160 (C4K) 24p / IPB（Approx.237Mbps) 3840 x 2160 (4K) 30p、25p、24p / IPB（Approx. 102Mbps） 1920 x 1080 (FHD) 30p、25p、24p / ALL-I（Approx. 202Mbps）, IPB（Approx. 52Mbps、Approx. 30Mbps、Approx. 18Mbps） 60p、50p / IPB（Approx. 52Mbps、Approx. 30Mbps、Approx. 18Mbps） 1280×720（HD） 60p、50p、30p、25p、24p / ALL-I（Approx. 102Mbps）, IPB（Approx. 26Mbps、Approx. 14Mbps、Approx. 10Mbps） |
| Maximum Video Recording Time | - |
| Art Filter Movie | Available *Frame rates may drop when certain Art Filters are used. |
| Time-lapse Movie | 3840 x 2160 (4K) / 5fps, 10fps, 15fps, 30fps 1920 x 1080 (FHD) / 5fps, 10fps, 15fps, 30fps 1280 x 720 (HD) / 5fps, 10fps, 15fps, 30fps |
| Quick Movie / Slow Movie | Available |
| High speed movie | 120fps（1920×1080 / MOV） |
| Image Stabilization for Movie | M-IS1 (multi motion IS by Image sensor shift and electronic image stabilizer), M-IS2 (Multi motion IS by Image sensor shift), OFF *Field of view varies when using M-IS1. Using lens which is equipped with image stabilization can be given top priority. |
| AE Lock | Available |
| Time Code | Rec run / free run, drop frame / non-drop frame |
| Live View Output via HDMI | Monitor mode / Record mode *In monitor mode, the image can not be enlarged on the camera when a movie is being recorded. *In record mode, 4K / C4K can not be set. *In record mode, movie quality can be set to YCbCr 4:2:2 (8 bit). |
| Movie Picture Mode | Flat, OM-Log400 |
| Audio Recording Format | Wave Format (Stereo linear PCM/16-bit, Sampling frequency 48kHz) High-Resolution Audio recording Stereo linear PCM/24-bit, Sampling frequency 96kHz |
| Microphone / Speaker | Built-in stereo microphone / built-in mono speaker *External stereo microphone can be attached |
| Microphone Function | Wind noise reduction, recording volume, microphone volume limiter *Audio dubbing possible for still pictures (up to 30 sec.) |
Operability
| Wireless Shooting | Live View, Rec View, Wireless Touch AF shutter, Self Timer (w/ Countdown guidance, Sequential shooting, movie recording capability), Wireless Release, Movie Recording, Power Off |
| Image Share | Available *Marking function for image share is available. |
| Easy Connection | Connect using a QR code Connect using Bluetooth (View, Transfer only) |
| Playback Mode | Single-frame, Information display, Index display (4/9/25/100 frames), Calendar, Enlargement (2x ~ 14x), Movie (with sound, FF/REW/Pause), Picture rotation (auto) |
| Information Display | Histogram (independent luminance / RGB available), Highlight/Shadow point warning, AF frame, Photographic information, OFF |
Custom
| Mode dial my set | 1 type (Modes C can be accessed by mode dial) |
| Menu custom set | C2, C3 and C4 |
| Lever customization | Select assignment from 3 different modes, power switch, or off (no function assignment) |
| Button Customization | Buttons can be customized (select from 35 functions) Buttons on lenses can also be customized from the camera Some buttons may have restrictions to what functions can be assigned |
| Menu Languages (18 selectable) | English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Czech, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Turkish, Thai |
Connectivity/Power Requirements
| USB Connector | USB Micro-B (USB2.0 Hi-Speed) |
| Remote Connector | ⌀2.5Pin Jack (Optional remote cable RM-CB2, remote controller RM-WR1 can be used) |
| HDMI Connector | Micro HDMI (type D) |
| Flash Attachment | Hot shoe |
| Wireless LAN | Built-in (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) |
| Bluetooth | Built-in (Bluetooth Ver.4.2 Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| MIC Input Jack | ⌀3.5 stereo mini jack (plug-in power on/off) |
| PC Interface | USB Micro-B (USB2.0 Hi-Speed) |
| Battery | BLS-50 Li-ion battery |
| Battery Status Display | Remaining power (4 steps) |
| USB Charging | Built-in battery can be charged with USB * When the camera power is off * Performance varies depending on different USB devices |
| Sleep Mode | 1/3/5 min., Off |
| Number of Recordable Pictures | Standard mode: 310 shots / Quick sleep mode: 660 shots *With KIOXIA KSDXU-A064G, IS ON, with no flashes attached, based on CIPA test standards |
| Battery Life for Movie Recording | Under standard JEITA testing: 60 minutes When zoom and other operational functions are not used: 110 minutes |
Weights & Dimensions
| Weight |
Based on CIPA standards, with 1x BLX-1 battery and 1 memory card, without eyecup): 414g Body only: 366g |
| Dimensions | Approx. 125.3mm(W) x 85.2mm(H) x 49.7mm(D) *Based on CIPA standards: excludes protrusions |
| Environmentally Sealed | Dust, Splash, Freezeproof |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10℃ ~ +40℃ (when in operation), -20 ~ +60℃ (when stored) |
| Operating Humidity Range | 30 ~ 90% (when in operation), 10 ~ 90% (when stored) |
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Item Includes
Box Contents:
Body, USB cable, Shoulder strap, Instruction manual, Warranty card, BLS-50 Li-ion battery, F-5AC AC adapter
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★★★★★ 3
I love indie authors
Format: Kindle
Let me preface this by saying—writing a book is HARD! Coming up with characters so real that they take on a life of their own, building an entire world, the political/magic system. Designing all of this is no easy feat.
That being said.
This book had so. Much. Potential. I was so excited to read this book, and I plan to finish it for the sake of finishing it. But. At this point, I would have set I’d aside as a DNF. The book could have benefited from some form of a developmental editor, or an in depth beta reader. I will say this. Within 5 chapters, there are so many… phrases that I’ve highlight that I’ve latched onto. Phrases about books and storms that were written BEAUTIFULLY! So, bravo Linton for hitting the nail on the head as to why readers disappear like they do!
However, 5 chapters in and I can already guess where a majority of the story is going. But that’s also because I read like a mad-woman and have read this particular type of story, many different ways. Enemies to lovers where the FMC isn’t who she thinks she is. I am all about supporting indie authors. BUT. I also feel like criticism should be constructive, and not degrading. So if I could give this book a 4 1/2, strictly because I know the work the author put into this, I would. So if you’re looking for an easy read with characters that aren’t hard to follow, look no further! They are easy to love and easy to care for. One of the biggest issues they lacked, to me, was depth and plausible reactions to their situations. JD, you have done BEAUTIFULLY writing this book. I applaud and will continue to buy your books in the future. My BIGGEST recommendation is to definitely hire some form of an editor for any upcoming books. Or in turn, I will be happy to beta read for you. Should my opinion change of the book by the time I finish, I will happily get on here and say I was wrong, delete this review and post a different one. Until then…
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Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2022
★★★★★ 5
this book set my soul ablaze! <3
Format: Paperback, Format: Paperback
"i had never really cared about the weather before, but now, clear skies meant everything to me, and i was grateful to see another calm morning."
this book. this book!
i loved the last storm so much. the writing style. the descriptions. the world-building. the characters. the plot twists. the tropes. the sexual tension. the—everything. everything was magic.
the last storm follows our two main characters, ara and rogue, giving us dual POV from both characters (which i loved, btw). ara, a human girl who has been locked away in her father’s estate most of her life, just wants to see the world. all she dreams of is seeing what else is out there. but when her father announces her engagement, she knows that dream will become nothing more than just that—a dream.
rogue, the fae king, is tired of the attacks being rained down on his people. in hopes of finding out the human king adon’s secrets, rogue infiltrates auryna’s borders. in his last resort to gain information, he visits the local pub. to his surprise, the general’s precious only child is sitting at the bar, drink round after round of mead. now he just needs to figure out how to take her without anyone noticing.
first and foremost, let’s talk about the endless list of my favorite tropes and aspects that this book had.
›› enemies to lovers
›› fated mates
›› one bed
›› the chosen one
›› elemental magic
›› actually good and shocking plot twists!!!
›› badass female lead
›› morally-grey love interest
›› fae/human war
›› force proximity
›› touch her and die
›› who did this to you?
›› captor/captive
›› praise k!nk (panting profusely)
“you are entirely the opposite of everything that i am, and i would gladly wear your shackles if it meant i could have you.”
it’s been a long while since i read a book i liked this much. but i just loved this book. it set my soul ablaze. thank you to the author for writing this beautiful story and for blessing me with an eARC! i loved it so much that i immediately bought the paperback upon release!
every aspect of this book was just beautiful. i was blown away by the way the world was described, the way feelings were portrayed, the way the elements were used in the fae’s magic. it just—AHHH! i just absolutely adored it all. i cannot wait for the second book to release next year!
also the way he calls her “little storm” sets my heart on fire.
this was a fast-paced read and if you are a lover of acotar, fbaa, deal with the elf king, or any other similar books, then please stop everything you’re doing and read this book right now. you won’t regret it.
thank you again, jd linton, for giving me the privilege of reading your arc and for blessing this world with the world you created. <3
"something about him pulled me in, like a moth to a flame, and it felt as if i was just waiting for the inevitable burn that came with flying too close to the fire."
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Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2022
★★★★★ 4
Fun, both heartwarming and heartbreaking
Format: Kindle
Only my second first person written selection, I am still getting used to that aspect, but unlike my first, I enjoyed that the story was told through both MCs. A great enemies to lovers, forced proximity, fated love etc, that resonated to me. There were some small twists that I could see coming, but also a few that I didn’t quite see until the characters were also seeing. Personally, I am more interested in the story than the spice, but with that said, it was well seasoned! I am kind of new to the spice world so I can’t say for sure how this would rate, but it definitely had some heat. I am very glad I happened across this author, and I do plan on also reading the next book….if nothing else, just to see for myself the “transformation” of the characters I’ve grown to love!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024
★★★★★ 5
😍😍 BEST DEBUT NOVEL EVER
Format: Paperback
I’m having trouble finding accurate words to describe the way this book made me feel, but I am going to do my best.
To start off with basic elements, the character and world building are phenomenal. I feel a strong bond to not only the two main characters, Ara and Rogue, but to each and every character introduced throughout the book. The author did a stellar job of giving each of them unique personhood. All of the scenes are beautifully described. So much so that throughout the entirety of the book, I could see every scene: the towns, the castles, the meadows, the landscape. I have had difficulty with this and with distinguishing between outlying characters while reading in the past, but I did not have to think to remember details of world or character building because they flowed naturally within the story and were described well. I have read book series before that made me want to be a part of that world, but I actually felt like I got to step into Auryna and Ravaryn!
The plot twists!! Although this is not a suspense novel, it still had me on a rollercoaster of emotions and on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. I haven’t cried actual tears over a book since I was in high school (and I’ve read a LOT). This book finally broke the floodgates in the final few chapters. Multiple times. And we love a good cliffhanger. It truly made me FEEL.
THE SPICE is a solid 3.5/5. Some of the scenes had me flushed, some had me taking notes, some just had my jaw slack and my mouth hanging open. Bravo, JD Linton, bravo.
The relationships: friendships, family, romantic, ALL of the relationships in this book have so much meaning. The author does a great job at making you feel the love, the anger, the peace, the frustrations, the safety, the familiarity, etc. between the characters.
Ara and Rogue. I can not say enough and I also do not want to say too much. Just know that I feel like I know them both, to their core. I know what their childhood looks likes, their darkest moments, their biggest fears, their dreams and passions, what they want in life… The POV switches were seamless. I am so happy this author decided to let us see from both sets of eyes.
I can not wait for book two after that cliffhanger. And there is SO much potential for at least one prequel, I can’t wait to see where this author goes! I hope this series continues and flourishes. Fingers crossed!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2022
★★★★★ 5
Amazing!
Format: Kindle, Format: Kindle
This book was phenomenal, I devoured it within a few days! For this being a debut novel, it is fantastic and I would’ve thought the author was a seasoned author. I have zero complaints about this book.
Let me start by saying that the world building was phenomenal. I could picture everything in my head because of how detailed it was — that’s how good it was written. And I absolutely love the “captive/captor” trope so much, it’s become one of my favorite tropes, so I was pleasantly surprised to see that this book had that.
I loved the banter between Rogue and Ara — they’re both snarky and witty, plus with the romantic tension, it made the dialogue that much better. Speaking of romantic tension, yes there is spice but not so much of it that it overrides the plot, which I loved. For me, this would probably be on the 3/5 level of spice.
This book had a ton of plot twists and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2024
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