Reign: The Prophecy (Reign, 1)

I went into this book thinking that it'd be like the first season of Reign but unfortunately people who have not watched Reign before reading this book would be so lost. It jumped right into the story without letting the reader know what's going on. It'd be super confusing for people who have no idea what Reign is. You'd have to buy the "0.5" book before reading this one but in reality most people wouldn't think there was a book before the "first" book. Over all it was a great book because I have watched all the seasons and could find my way around.

Great TV series, can't wait to read the books

Great captivating story. It is so much richer if you have watched the program tv version, but works on its own, too. Quick, can't put it down kind of book.

This book was good and tied into the end of season one. I wish it had been longer and the only negative thing I could say is that I don't believe Francis had any lingering feelings for Lola, but it was still a good read if you loved the series.

I really didn't have high expectations but I was somewhat desperate having just finished Reign. The writing was ok---as someone who typically reads authors such as George RR Martin or Diane Gabaldon, it was not descriptive enough, and I felt there were so many different ways ---words, descriptions, backgrounds information--- that the author could have used to give more depth and originality to the piece. What ultimately was missed, and what made this just an "okay" book" rather than a "good book" was that the author failed to bring readers fully into the story; she missed the mark completely by failing to connect and enhance upon the core personalities that made these characters not just historical, but beloved; uniquely and undeniably Reign. Francis, Mary, Bash, Lola and even Catherine, who holds such a grounding point in the TC series with her fierce passion for her family, broke from character in ways that simply undermined the entire story. This could have been quite good, but unless the author learns to go deeper into what makes a character uniquely themselves, how to enhance and add dimension to an already well-loved story---it will never be great. I give credit for the attempt; there is some talent hiding here. It simply needs to be given more depth to make it truly come alive.

The story line couldn't have been better. More than enough suspense to keep a reader intrigued. The balance of tragedy and comedy within the story makes it most enjoyable.

Good book, but the best part is the perfect condition in which i received it.

It was well written but a little disappointing after watching Reign

Christmas present, I think she quite enjoyed it.

Not massively great though either. I love Reign and watch it religiously but this is nothing like the TV show. For a book based on the TV shows you'd think it would be the same story but it really isnt. That said, it's well written and a good read if you've never seen the series

I really enjoyed this book. I would of liked the series to start off from the beginning as with the tv series but it was an amazing read all the same. I am eager now to read the others!

Fantastic readLoved the story. Just like a episode of reign.Can't wait to read the next one. Wished it never had to end

I like the reign stories as thought they were very good stories to read and a good price