Bonded Realms Series by Regan Allen
I have followed Regina Scott from England to Washington. Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon. I have gone on so many "reading" adventures that when I learned she was writing a new series under a new name, I was definitely intrigued. Writing as Regan Allen, she has stepped into the Fantasy genre by introducing readers to the Bonded Realms series. An intriguing series where there are two groups of people, those who lived in the cities, and those who are part of the Wildwood. The characters were given intriguing gifts and it was fascinating to learn of their cultures. But there was a growing threat of invaders coming to their land. This threat continued to grow through the series culminating with this month's release, the final in the series.
Below are the links to my reviews for the six stories followed by a 3 Q&A where I have asked Regan (aka Regina Scott) three questions.
3 Q&A
KRC: For your first foray as Regan Allen, fantasy author, you developed an intricate storyline that develops over the course of six books. How long did you spend world building before you started writing the first book?
Ms Allen: I spent months working out all the details of the Bonded Realms world, from the history of the two people groups to the geography and flora and fauna of each part. I dabbled in languages too. I really enjoyed fleshing things out, but as I wrote, more things came to mind. My series codex is over 25 pages!
KRC: Did you plan on six books from the beginning, or did you adjust as you got to know your characters and possibly certain characters demanded stories of their own?
Ms Allen: I planned for six, but you're right, more and more stories kept knocking on the door. It was hard to say no!
KRC: Although the primary story arc for the Bonded Realms series did conclude, I can see that possibility for additional stories. Any chance we may return to this world?
Ms Allen: I have ideas for several spin offs, but those will likely have to wait a while. I'm excited to be starting my new series, The Vow, a duology with a short story prequel set during the extended Regency period in a portion of England famed for its beauty, mystery, and sightings of fae.
KRC: And that concludes my 3 Q&A for July. My thanks to Ms Allen for answering my questions. I hope this intrigues you to read her Bonded Realms series. I look forward to what she does next, as both Regina Scott and Regan Allen
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