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I really liked this book and I will continue reading the series. :) ( ) Interesting enough, though not particularly meaty. A lot of setup, a middle that drags, and then a rushed move to the ending/pause point in the overarching story line. There are a number of secondary characters I hope are in the later installments of the series because they were some of the more interesting characters. It's very light reading that won't strain anyone in the slightest, nor befuddle any expectations. It definitely has a YA feel, and not one of the more challenging YA books at that. The writing is competent without striking the reader as brilliant. I was a little disconcerted to have my Kindle tell me I was 87% done and hit the last page. There's a lot of filler at the end, including lengthy excerpts from two of her other books. Beyond that, you've got the usual suspects when it comes to themes. If you go in expecting the story not to tread any new ground, then it's palatable. If you're looking for something novel, this isn't it. I'd say read it if you're a real fan of YA fantasy, particularly the "orphan/peasant/ordinary person who find they're actually super powerful." Sort of like Harry Potter, Luke Skywalker, Will Stanton, or a host of others. Let me first say this. I am aware this book has some issues. Especially at the end, a certain thing almost made me drop a star BUT this book made me feel joy at discovering this new world, a feeling that used to come to me so easily when I was young but now it is harder to spark. I just enjoyed the ride.
The point I am attempting to make via this very long and rather rambling article is that Shadow and Bone is absolutely knock-your-socks-off amazing and just so different from your average YA fantasy. It is addictive, beautiful, fantastical and I just can't recommend it enough. Literally everyone will love it: fantasy lovers; historical fiction lovers; magic lovers; lovers of strong characters and amazing relationships. And, of course, not forgetting the two gorgeous lead guys for us girls. Is contained inIs abridged inAwardsDistinctionsNotable Lists
Orphaned by the Border Wars, Alina Starkov is taken from obscurity and her only friend, Mal, to become the protegé of the mysterious Darkling, who trains her to join the magical elite in the belief that she is the Sun Summoner, who can destroy the monsters of the Fol No library descriptions found. |
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