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On the verge of losing her father to a mysterious illness, seventeen-year-old Seiva Ariessy Taylor must take drastic measures to cure him.

When the authorities question her, matters take a turn for the worse and the Veurrulfar - a shapeshifting race from Nidavellir - reveal a long-held secret that changes her life for ever.

Ariessy must learn who she can trust before it's too late.

Is freedom worth dying for - or can her secret save her?

Set in South Wales, United Kingdom. Ariessy of Midgard is an emotional urban fantasy adventure with hidden magic, mythical creatures, and a fantastic combination of mystery and mythology that will keep you turning pages.

Editorial Review:

In Ariessy of Midgard, L.B. Arthur weaves an enchanting tale of various ancient races, living their lives on Earth and existing secretly alongside humans.

The Seivar and the Verrulfar both serve different purposes, with the former protecting the Earth and non-humans and the later protecting humans from the Seivar. At the start of the book, it seems like the story might be a little similar to Harry Potter, albeit from a teacher's point of view, but it quickly turns into a fantastic combination of magic and mythology.

The beauty of the Welsh countryside provides a captivating setting for the intrigue of Norse legends as Essy's preconceptions are challenged and changed with an alarming quickness. Arthur captures the essence of a late teen exceptionally well, presenting Ariessy as a young woman who regularly straddles the line between a child's emotional maturity and an adult's responsibilities. She still sees her family, and her own interests, as a number one priority despite learning about her place and obligations in a much larger world. There is an alluring romantic aspect woven throughout this novel.

Ariessy is an emotive and engaging character who is headstrong and intelligent. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of the story and had a hard time putting it down. The blend of existing mythology and the magic system created by Arthur makes for a riveting story.

Ariessy of Midgard is an emotional fantasy adventure story that expertly hits all the right notes for young adult fantasy fans looking for an easy story with a unique blend of Norse mythology to get lost in. - Literary Titan