Magic of the Gargoyles (Gargoyle Guardian Chronicles Book 1) Kindle Edition

One of the few times I bought an e-book without reading the blurb , even a free one, I hit jackpot. The book cover and the word 'Gargoyles' made me get it and I can say without hesitation that I haven't regretted it!The picture and the name are self explanatory. The book cover is like the story, unpretentious and solid. The plot is simple but chock-full of adventure and action, action meaning fantasy-kind action and not too much violence. We have a plucky heroine, Mika and her side kick and best friend, Kylie, and the plot of rescuing baby gargoyles from kidnappers. How Mika saves the day using her earth elemental power forms the bulk of the book. I especially liked that the story is different from other fantasy genre books and also that it's about gargoyles about whom I haven't read much. The kid gargoyles were sweet yet deadly, in their defense of Mika. The world building is detailed enough to sustain the plot and it gives a peek into Mika's world of elemental magic. I, for one, would like to read more about Mika and her cohorts.The only regret, or two, I have is that I didn't start the book as soon as I got it and that it's a novella and not a full length novel. Other than that, kudos to the author, Rebecca Chastain. I look forward to her future books. In the meantime I am going to check out her other novel, A Fistful of Evil.My rating : 5/5My reread factor : 5/5Floryie

It is extremely rare for me to give 5 stars, but this was close. Well developed characters, interesting plot line … kept me intrigued. I don’t usually go beyond my Kindle Unlimited subscription either, my frugal self and fixed income limiting my reading budget. But I felt inclined to pay for the books in this series and I hope there are more to come. I am not so driven towards Kylie and Quinn, but who knows. My only disappointment is the length of the book compared to the price. Yes, my frugal soul speaking out. I know there’s no price to be put on the blood, sweat, tears and talent of authors who are able to engage readers. However, $5 per book is going to drive me back to sticking with my subscription only choices. I hope for Ms. Chastain’s sake that there are plenty of readers out there who can easily afford her books as she is an author worthy of recognition and the income that should accompany that talent. The books are fun, heartwarming and keep you reaching for more. Please keep going with Mika’s story, Ms. Chastain. I will certainly follow.

This book was a thrill ride start to finish, the only way it could be better is if there were paintings of the gargoyles.Sweet, scary, exciting.

The heroine of Magic of the Gargoyles, Mika, is trying to hone her skills in quartz but right in the middle of her first job, she has a baby gargoyle at her door, frantic and scared. Unsure about what is going on, Mika follows the baby into a really bad part of town only to discover powerful elementals abusing their gifts. Upon completion of her current mission, the baby gargoyle indicates that rest of of her nest has also been kidnapped and will be sold to the highest, and meanest, bidders. Mika has no choice but to intervene and hope for the best...The location of the story is pretty ambiguous - it could almost be anywhere. This allows the reader to take what descriptions are given and build their own version of the world Rebecca Chastain has created. Mika is a compassionate soul. She is working hard to complete a job that should catapult her quartz creations to the top of everyone's list of supplier. When a gargoyle in need asks for her help, she stops her current task to come to another baby's aid. Then Mika continues to push aside this monumental career maker or breaker to help rescue the remaining babies.Magic of the Gargoyles is a such a fantastic book. The plot is unique and exciting. The story line packs such a punch that you can't help but be drawn into and fully engaged in the story. The emotional content is in regards to the plight of the baby gargoyles was palpable. Mika's emotions transfer to the reader.The author did a wonderful job developing the story in the short urban fantasy novella. I'm looking forward to continuing with the series with book 2, Curse of the Gargoyles.

3 stars - I liked itThis was an interesting world with elemental magic and gargoyles. Mika is a mid-level earth magic user who mainly works with quartz. I liked Mika and that she went out of her way to rescue the baby gargoyles. She had a normal ability that she found a way to uniquely manipulate to help these creatures. I am interested in seeing how her story continues.

This was part of the fussy librarian selections.The main character Mika is a run of the mill wage slave till a gargoyle enters her life pleading with her to save their siblings. Mika is worried since she isn't the most powerful of magic users. Could she really say no when baby gargoyles are being auctioned off to unscrupulous  magic users?Fun read, very short. It is a great introduction to the series.

Was a great read. I enjoyed the series!

novel ides maybe a little YA style but readable

I loved it. I admit I am very partial to critters and creatures of all sorts so I was hooked pretty early on, but Chastain definitely has the ability to create a healer heroine and such charming magical characters you'll want to take each one of these walking wounded home with you. This prequel establishes Kylie as a force to be reckoned with and by the end of the book you know you'll be cheering her on in each challenge.

I really enjoyed this short story: it is well written, the gargoyle characters are cute and the hero definitely braver than I would beI'm now waiting for the rest of the series !

Marvellous , very good I can't wait for the rest of the series Rebecca chastain has outdone herself with this book