Loki of Midgard: The Making of a Magician (The Loki of Midgard Series Book 1)

So be prepared this is probably going to be long. The story is hopping with adventure, some romance and a lot of Loki Magic. The authors writing style is very intriguing. Never becoming complacent and repeating words, or lines. She was sure to incorporate diction that really established a splendid picture. The imagery was amazing and really enchanted the reader so that you feel a part of the story. The worst part was the end, when I realized I had to come back to reality. Which is what all good authors do to readers. I love the authors take on Loki. Where Marvel paints a picture of an uncaring self centered person who only seeks the throne (as with most Norse legends do) this author sees him in a different light. It’s like putting on a pair of glasses to see and understanding a deeper part of the ever complex Loki. What’s even more fascinating is that the author wove into the book how Loki received such an obnoxious reputation and used it to her advantage in the reimagining of Loki. (Sort of how Stephanie Meyer reimagined vampires to “sparkle”, only this author did it a much more inventive way.) The author then seems to sew Norse mythology into historical 1920 events even to the point of knowing actual theater owners from the 20’s. There is no short cuts in this book. They author was well versed in historical events, weapons and Norse mythology, then almost effortlessly intertwined them in a way that they belonged so well. As a teacher, I look for things that might help my students fall I love with reading. I am definitely going to take a deeper look at this book. I think students would love the Character Loki and the learning of talking how maybe the villain isn’t that at all, and use things such as Maleficent to really hone in on this critical thinking and viewpoints/angles. Then use the authors diction and descriptive language to show students how this is what captivates the reader. Then of course watch their faces and expressions as the last line is read knowing what is coming. This is truly an amazing book. I am thinking the author must be related to Loki as she has a mysterious way that “dazzles” readers and keep them wanting more. I am on “pins and needles” waiting for book two!

Many fans of the Marvel Multiverse are madly in love with Tom Hiddleston's Loki. If you are one of them, or if you just enjoy the realms of fantasy, you will love this book. It is the first of a trilogy. We meet Loki as a young man who is preparing for the rituals of Asgardian adulthood. He discovers a magic portal that takes him to Midgard, Earth of the early 20th century. He sort of falls into a friendship, falls in love, meets some really interesting people, and learns how to drive an early motor car. This book is a lot of fun to read because Loki has to carefully wend his way through Earth culture and customs. Since he is still a student, supposedly studying for his entrance to adulthood back in Asgard, he has to slip between the two realms. Back home, he's fending off his mother's concerns and gently disengaging from an old girlfriend. Loki's new friend sees his magic as the potential for a great performer. From a small cafe performance, Loki becomes a popular act. That's the basic plot, but it doesn't quite reveal the fun of reading this book. Loki worries about his clothes, wonders why so many horses on Earth are named Thor, and becomes besotted with the food he encounters, especially cinnamon rolls. You will need snacks on hand as you get into the book. Jennifer Meinking is a new author who is destined to be a fan favorite. Her writing is literate, descriptive, and draws you into the essence of how Loki became the King of Magic. Her style is like a cross between Marion Zimmer Bradley, Katherine Kurtz, and a dash of Jane Austen.

I seem to remember saying I don't normally read romance. This is why. Most of the story is really quite decent but the romance is so mushy I really can't believe any of it. I'm sure other readers will enjoy it but I'm not one of them which is sad because the writing is good and some of the characters are really interesting and believable. I did enjoy Loki slipping off to Midgard and becoming famous but the whole falling in love thing was just too much for me. I couldn't enjoy it at all. There was too much gazing into eyes and thinking how beautiful this woman is and on and on and on until my eyes glazed over. I might have done better with it if it had felt more mythological like Larkin's Ragnorak era Loki and had more adventures going on. Guess I just don't do well with flat out romance unless it's a fairy tale like Beauty and the Beast. This isn't a Loki I can believe in like I could the Loki in several other stories. He seems too modern even though I know he's more adaptable than the other gods, and it just grates on me somehow. I wasn't real thrilled with the story ending in what feels like the middle either. I expected an end with the next book being a new adventure in a new place and time and hopefully less romance (or at least less wallowing in it). For those who like romance, definitely worth picking up.

There's so much to like about this book! For starters, it's a completely original take on the Loki character, with a captivating story set in the 1920s, which moves around from Asgard to several different European cities set during the start of the jazz age. It's a really fun story and moves quickly, introducing quirky and endearing friends who round out a wonderful cast. The author's descriptions of Loki's magic are magical themselves and you easily find yourself caught up in the plot. The whole story is a unique and very crafty take on Loki set in more modern times. The story is also big on honor and redemption without being at all preachy, which is very refreshing. I can't wait to start Book 2 and see where the series goes!

The plot was fantastic and filled with colorful characters and events that kept you guessing as well as chuckling. A riveting read that kept me turning pages far past my allotted "reading time." You've been warned--plan a day or a weekend where you can grab a cup of tea, put your feet up and do nothing but immerse yourself in Loki's world--or should I say worlds. I especially enjoyed Loki's ever increasing difficulty in maintaining his double life. I found myself breathing a little harder as if I were running for the way out of Midgard and back onto Asgard just in time. As if I weren't breathless enough, then I come to the preview of scenes for the second book. As a diehard action fan, this was just the proverbial icing on the cake for me. Highly recommend you grab this one!

As a Marvel Loki (Tom Hiddleston) fan , I absolutely loved reading Loki of MidGard: The Making of a Magician. Jennifer Meinking's portrayal of Loki, in my opinion, is Tom Hiddleston's mischievous scamp Loki. I found myself laughing out loud at Loki's antics and witty dialogue throughout the book. Oh, and I share the same first name of Loki's Midgardian lady friend Carina Green too. 🤣🤣 Hmm... Very funny. 😂 Overall, the book was extremely well written and held my interest. I definitely will be rereading this for years to come. I highly recommend. 5 stars all the way for Loki, the god of Mischief!!! ⚔ Go get a copy! 😉

This is not the Marvel Loki, nor is it the Original Loki. In This world we have a new Loki, just about to come of age where he will be considered an adult. He is the second son of Oden. He finds a way to earth and sneaks away to visit the planet. He finds out about the myths and stories of the Norse gods, and wonders who wrote such lies about his family. He assumes an identity and starts doing magic shows, traveling all over our world. He falls for a beautiful woman who is already claimed by another and that is when the story and his trouble take off. The story is well written, interesting and worth reading. I found it to be very enjoyable.

A very fun book to read, based on the Loki from the Marvel Cinematic Universe; it was nice to see Loki so happy to use his magical powers in showy, creative ways to get the adoration he’s always craved! He makes a human friend, and later a girlfriend, like his brother does in his movie, but Loki utilizes his cleverness and sneakiness instead of being banished to Earth. It was surprising how much Loki enjoys Earth food and culture here, but again, happy to see him enjoying himself so much for once! Definitely should have ordered the second book before I finished the first, but it was worth the wait for both book to arrive. Great read!

The Making of a Magician... genau das passiert in dem Buch. Vielleicht hätte ich da genauer schauen sollen, aber für mich war das so nicht ersichtlich, dass Loki hier wirklich zu einem Zauberer wird. Ich hatte das eher als Metapher verstanden oder zumindest anders interpretiert. Ich war ein bisschen enttäuscht, dass es tatsächlich um Zauberei a la Copperfield geht.

Ho letto fanfiction scritte dieci volte meglio. La trama è banale e il personaggio di Loki viene utilizzato solo perché almeno il libro in questo modo vende bene. Sconsiglio vivamente di buttare 5 euro (o più) per leggere questa roba