Foundling, Book 1
Synopsis: Her beginning may be our end…
Deep in the humid swamps of the Mississippi bayou, a mysterious, half-wild child is dragged just in time from the murky waters. She has no memories, no family and is covered in strange markings, the meaning of which no one is able to decipher. Adopted by the policeman who rescued her, Luce Boudrou follows him into the force, determined to prove herself in the eyes of those who are still suspicious.
However, there’s more of a battle ahead than Luce could possibly imagine. She may be an orphan without a past, but no one – including Luce herself – could ever be prepared for the truth of her dark, powerful destiny…
Review: I had really enjoyed the series the author wrote about necromancy, so when I discovered this other saga, I was eager to immerse myself in the novel. I generally like everything about bayou and I was curious to learn more!
Luce Boudrou is a young woman who has no past. She appeared one day and grew up with a police officer without knowing what happened before. But here it is, when she finds a woman in the Bayou, a person who has the same marks as her and who could perhaps finally give her answers about who she is, she is determined to save her. But at the same time, Luce’s life is disrupted when her friend disappears and she can’t find her trace. However, Luce’s life could also be in danger and the young woman will have to choose her battles.
I had a little trouble with the story. Like a lot. And I only managed to get interested in it after 100 pages. From then on, however, I was more easily swept away by the revelations and I had a very good time with the novel. In fact, I ordered the next one right away too, as I was eager to learn more. Luce is an enigmatic character who hides many secrets, much more than we think and it was very interesting to learn more about her little by little. If it’s true that she takes some truths a little too easily, I really enjoyed learning more about Cole and the others. There are still several things I can’t wait to understand! That’s why I need to get into book 2.
Fran's Corner
It’s such a shame that you couldn’t get into the story until way down the line, but I’m glad you enjoyed this in the end. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Melliane
yeah it was quite difficult at first
Silvia
Too bad it got you a while to get into it, but I’m very happy to hear you loved it in the end. I have this book as well, it’s just a matter of making some space for it!
Melliane
yes it was good after reading the first part
Angela (Angel's Guilty Pleasures)
I just started this one. I like her other work, but haven’t read this one yet.
Anne - Books of My Heart
Ah the dreaded first book in a series syndrome. It happens. I have this one I think but haven’t read it yet. Wonderful review!
Melliane
I hope you’ll enjoy it
Mary Kirkland
I’m glad to hear that you liked it even if it did start off slow.
Sophia Rose
I love the mysterious part of her unknown past. Good to know it gets off to a slow start, but still turned out to be fabulous.
Melliane
yes!
Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewer
I am reading these too and enjoying them. Great review!
Lily
I always found books about the bayou interesting. So it’s awesome to see another great series featuring it.
Melliane
I’m always intrigued about bayou
Heidi
I find that is the case a lot of times for me when I read a new UF series. Sometimes the introduction is a bit slow, but once it takes root, it gets really good. I hope the next book is even stronger.
Melliane
yes maybe you’re right
Carole @ Carole's Random Life in Books
I hate it when a book is hard to get into. It sounds like this one worked out in the end though. I do want to read this author soon. Great review!
Melliane
She has some great books!
Lindy@ A Bookish Escape
I’m glad that things picked up and you were able to enjoy the story after the first 100 pages Melliane 🙂
Melliane
thanks
Nadene
It sounds like you had a good time with this one despite the slow start.
Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum
I love the sound of the setting. Great atmosphere in the bayou.
Melliane
Right?
Carole Rae
Loving the setting and that cover!
blodeuedd
I could read this