About the Author
Born with innate literary interest, Sana Sajan has always been fascinated by stories and novels, particularly of the fantasy and adventure genres. She was born to Dr Sajan PM and Dr Swapna MS on 22 December, 2008 and began writing her own novels at the age of eight but Kleta Maxen and the Quest to the Baities is her first published work. Being a voracious reader, she has read many novels and stories which have greatly inspired her to write this series. She belongs to Ottapalam, Palakkad in Kerala and studies at Rajagiri Public School, Kalamassery in the tenth grade.
Kleta Maxen and the Quest to the Baities
Eleven-year old Kleta Maxen thought that she was as normal as far as normal could go before something strange happens that changes her entire life. She suddenly discovers that she has strange and powerful magical powers. She is then transported to the magical land of Magicia, where apparently all magicals live, and is forced to go on a dangerous quest to the most terrible lands of the world, the Baities. As she meets horrifying monsters, new friends and an evil ruler who wants to kill her, she is sure that an epic adventure is on the way.
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Kleta Maxen and the Rise of the Monarch
Kleta Maxen and the Rise of the Monarch is the second book in the Kleta Maxen series. As Kleta struggles under the burden of a crown she never wanted, things are changing in Magicia itself. When mysterious creatures appear all around Magicia, things were only beginning. What with quakes, disappearances and whatnot, Magicia is not safe any more. And Kleta is in terrible danger... for the battle she thought was far away is fast approaching. Kleta must protect her kingdom and save her subjects... before it's too late.
Kleta Maxen and the Shadow of Magicia
In the mystical realm of Magicia, Kleta finds herself torn between her duties as a wise queen, a caring daughter and a responsible sister. Her new year in Magicia begins with a twist as her brother Silhan is thrust into unimaginable danger that none had foreseen. And as she returns to Magicia, she is met with the sight of an army poised for war and a once-united kingdom divided by strife. The Wizard of Magicia returns with ominous warnings about a malevolent shadow that has been unleashed upon the land and a mysterious quest that Queen Sermentora is on. And the kingdom is stained with relentless bloodshed as unexplained murders fill the daily news… especially in one ominous location. In the midst of it all, Kleta is plagued by fleeting glimpses of a mysterious shadow that appears to have no master. As the puzzle pieces fall into place, Kleta finds herself grappling with one final question: Who is the real Shadow of Magicia?
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The Kleta Maxen series is definitely one of my favorites. It is very well-written, and while reading it, I felt like I was a magical in Magicia myself! The detailed descriptions made me feel like I was in the adventure right alongside the characters. The plot kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time, and there were also many twists in the story that I never expected. I especially liked that the third book dealt with more complex themes. Also, the instances of humor among the characters added a delightful touch to the story. Overall, I absolutely loved it. 10/10. Can't wait for the next in the series! All the best, Sana!
Gaurinandana MN