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The Outworlder Kindle Edition

by Natalie J. Holden (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
5.0 out of 5 stars 7 ratings

Some battles can’t be won by swords.

Aldeaith’s parents escaped the oppression of their native Tarviss to settle within the Dahlsian Empire. Growing between cultures, Aldeaith always felt like an outcast. His awkwardness around people and propensity to daydreaming didn’t help.
Joining the Dahlsian army was supposed to be a fresh start. A new hope of finding people like him in the vast, multicultural empire. Here, a web of portals keep people close and advanced magic makes everyone equal.
But his hopes are shattered when Tarvissian colonists rebel against Dahls.
His commander’s trust protects him from the immediate backlash, but that is just the beginning. The rebels will stop at nothing to restore the traditional order, one that kept people like Aldeaith subjugated. And Dahlsian army is woefully unprepared and far from unified.
Accused of treason, with the chain of command falling apart around him, he’d have to use all of his wits and accept responsibilities he never wanted, or watch everyone he cares about perish.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B094MY9YQ1
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 28, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
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Natalie J. Holden

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A cat at heart and a hopeless herbal tea addict. Prefers imaginary worlds to the real one, but shamelessly uses fiction to tackle real-life issues. Not good with people.

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  • Jenny Balsamo
    5.0 out of 5 stars an irresistible page-turner novel
    Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2022
    The Outworlder by Natalie J. Holden is an immersive scifi fantasy read with terrific plot and unique, well-written characters.

    The story followed Aldeaith, a recruit of Dahlsian army, who was of different race but grown to the multicultural Dahlsian Empire. Because of this, he still felt like an outcast. His aloof and seemed to be uncaring personality didn't help him either. However, when a rebellion broke out, he had to choose side. What could he do when both his ancestral people, Tarvissian, and the Dahls regard him as a traitor?

    This novel had a solid and interesting plot. It had political intrigue, action scenes, and did not shy away from discussing important topics such as racism, mental health issues, and social issues. The way the author wrote Aldeaith's anxiety and internal battles was raw and compelling. I could feel the tension in every page. On the other hand, the world building was amazing as well. It was set up in a futuristic way where technology and and magic seamlessly worked together. Also, even when there were a variety of culture and races, each was distinguished and did not cause any confusion.

    Like I said, the characters were well-written. Aldeaith was easy to like and connect to. Aside from the external battles he had to face, he also had to deal with his anxiety struggles. I also found Tayrel Kan, a powerful and sarcastic sorcerer, an enthralling character.

    Overall, The Outworlder is an irresistible page-turner novel you wouldn't want to miss. I highly recommend this one.

    4.5/5 stars!
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  • Katherine D Graham
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Science Fantasy In a Stunning World You Won't Want To Miss
    Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2021
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    Aldeaith is a man caught in the crossfire between worlds, both of which hold a claim over him (one by blood, one by choice), and neither of which feel "right".

    The Outworlder is one of those special books that will make you think, in addition to being an amazing fantasy story.

    When Aldeaith's people (refugees) are all deported from the world he's sworn to protect (in the military), Aldeaith must decide whether to remain in the military of a people who may bring death and destruction upon his race with a war looming on the horizon, or to leave and hope for mercy from the rulers his people fled from in the first place.

    Natalie J. Holden does a masterful job of representing personal identity, social, and PTSD and anxiety struggles in a clear light. She also challenges the racism and LGBTQ+ rights issues so many in our world are fighting for in a mirrored but refreshingly thought-provoking way.

    The world-building is rich and immersive, and the characters are unique and intriguing. With its political intrigue and mages thrown into the mix, lovers of the Mass Effect book series (by Drew Karpyshyn) would definitely love this book.

    Reading The Outworlder has definitely left me ready to read more from Natalie, and I highly recommend this read.

    --Trigger Warnings: War, death, gruesome violence (death/dismemberment), abuse/assault discussed and shown, substance use--
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  • Ron Lahr
    5.0 out of 5 stars How is this not a best seller?
    Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2021
    I read this book because I kept seeing the author's questions and comments in a Facebook writing group. It was obvious from everything she wrote in the group that her worldbuilding was intense and VERY detailed.
    It made me feel a little bad. I thought I did a lot of worldbuilding but obviously I was not doing enough.
    Then I thought that maybe all she does is worldbuilding. Maybe her writing would be bogged down with details and forget things like characters and stories. That would make me feel better.
    Sadly, for me, she did not forget anything. The characters are unique and amazingly well drawn. The story was gripping - I went out and immediately read her collection of short stories set in her same scifi/fantasy world.
    And the worldbuilding? Amazing!
    I would hate her if I wasn't a complete and total fan of her work now.
    Please write many more things!
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  • Holly M. Wright
    5.0 out of 5 stars Read it
    Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2021
    I'm really bad at writing reviews... But I'll give it a try because this book is worth it. Read this book. It was good.

    Go do it now.
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  • WelshBecci
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thought provoking!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 14, 2021
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    Aldeaith is a man born of one people but raised in another culture, and The Outworlder is all about what happens when those two peoples arrive at an impasse. We ride around with Aldeaith, who even has to change how his birth name is pronounced to help him fit in more. He seems to enjoy his work because it involves very little interaction with people, and people make him anxious.

    But when his two homes go to the brink of war, all his little quirks and personality traits come under the microscope of suspicion, and his anxiety around people has a darker interpretation in the minds of his superiors. He questions what he should do, what the right choices are, and even what to feel, in a way that's very well done and had me gripped to the end.

    I loved this story. The writing is compelling and weaves around you as you read. The worldbuilding is superb, harnessing technology and magic together effortlessly. Spells and steel mingle with chems and what passes for food in a culture that has given up living on only one planet to explore all of them.

    My favourite characters are without a doubt, Aldeaith and TK. :)

    If you like fantastical space elements, a military fantasy that's more about inner character battles than big bloody battles, and your sorcerors sarcastic, then you will love this book.
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  • Kindle Customer Christiana Matthews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantasy sci-fi blend with wonderful characters
    Reviewed in Australia on June 10, 2022
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    I loved this book! It was a perfect blend of fantasy and sci-fi, combining magic and low-level tech. Most of the characters are human and hugely relatable, especially the MC. Aldait Han belongs to one people by birth but another by choice, which leads to a great deal of internal conflict. Especially when members of his race mount a rebellion against his adopted home, and as a member of the Dahlsian military he's obliged to fight them. Magical battles ensue, with Aldait Han thrust into a position of responsibility he's not really prepared for. Seeing him rise to the occasion and overcome, or at least come to terms with his doubts, is a major focus of the book.

    However, my favourite character was Tyrel Kan, whose tragic backstory (hinted at but never fully revealed) drew me in and made me want to know more. Myar Mal also intrigued me, and I hope to see more of him in the future.

    So, I now have to go download OctopusSong to read more about Tayrel Kan.

    Read this book. You won't be disappointed.
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  • Maciej Pawlow
    5.0 out of 5 stars Way to short
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2021
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    Very well written, some interesting characters, real pleasure to read, but it is to short. Such a huge world deserves more stories to be told.
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