Touch of Power (Healer, #1)
Touch of Power (Healer, #1)
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Novel • Fiction
Fantasy World • Medieval Fantasy
2011
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder, a young healer named Avry of Kazan possesses the ability to heal others by absorbing their wounds. Set in a devastated world plagued by a deadly virus, Avry embarks on a journey navigating trust, betrayal, and redemption while striving to save a prince who could alter the fate of their land.
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Review Roundup
Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder captivates with its unique healing magic and compelling lead, Avry. Critics praise the rich world-building and thrilling plot twists. However, some found the romance predictable and secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's an engrossing fantasy read with minor flaws.
Who Should Read Touch of Power (Healer, #1)?
Fans of strong female leads, healing magic, and romance will find Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder captivating. Comparable to Kristin Cashore’s Graceling and Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass, it appeals to young adult and fantasy readers who enjoy morally complex worlds and a mix of action and emotional depth.
49,297 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Touch of Power is the first book in Maria V. Snyder's Healer trilogy, blending elements of fantasy and romance while introducing a unique magical system centered around healing abilities.
Maria V. Snyder drew inspiration for her magic healer's abilities from her own life experiences, particularly her education in environmental and earth sciences which often influences the magical systems in her books.
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The Healer trilogy, including Touch of Power, is praised for its strong and complex female protagonist, a consistent theme Snyder explores in many of her works.
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Novel • Fiction
Fantasy World • Medieval Fantasy
2011
14-18 years
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