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4.0
I'm able to do this review thanks to the author sending me a free copy
Once again, Shannon Hiner impresses with the unique stories she can craft using these classic immortal creatures. This time, with a book focusing on Cameo--who hardly remembers the past week, let alone who she actually is (or was). All she knows is that she is a shape shifter forced to hunt others by a vampire who she calls "master." Things become chaotic, however, when her latest target ends up being friends with another vampire from her past: David. Slowly from there, the truth of everything begins to unravel.
Cameo's story hits you as you watch her become free of the vampire abusing her for some time. The portrayal of how abuse affects not only the victim but those around, as well, is one of the best I have seen and provides an understanding that many may not previously have. Shannon explores the emotional journey of Cameo that is painful but crucial. Even though I haven't been in Cameo's shoes, her story somehow manages to still hit home, which makes me have a deep appreciation for this book.
While the writing isn't as strong as it is later on in "The Immortal World Series," it is still well-done and provides quite a few powerful moments. You see the talent that's within all these books whilst getting to see the progression through each and every one. It's also fun, too, to see characters we're familiar with pop in at times--and catch glimpses of characters we'll get to know in the future.
All-in-all, Shadows On The Wall is a book that I enjoyed reading and was quite moved by. I wasn't anticipating how much Cameo and David would impact me. I came out at the end with my heart full for these characters, and despite it being a serious situation it doesn't leave me feeling hopeless. It leaves me with knowing that even if you believe you are weak, there is a strength in you that can help you beat any adversary.
Once again, Shannon Hiner impresses with the unique stories she can craft using these classic immortal creatures. This time, with a book focusing on Cameo--who hardly remembers the past week, let alone who she actually is (or was). All she knows is that she is a shape shifter forced to hunt others by a vampire who she calls "master." Things become chaotic, however, when her latest target ends up being friends with another vampire from her past: David. Slowly from there, the truth of everything begins to unravel.
Cameo's story hits you as you watch her become free of the vampire abusing her for some time. The portrayal of how abuse affects not only the victim but those around, as well, is one of the best I have seen and provides an understanding that many may not previously have. Shannon explores the emotional journey of Cameo that is painful but crucial. Even though I haven't been in Cameo's shoes, her story somehow manages to still hit home, which makes me have a deep appreciation for this book.
While the writing isn't as strong as it is later on in "The Immortal World Series," it is still well-done and provides quite a few powerful moments. You see the talent that's within all these books whilst getting to see the progression through each and every one. It's also fun, too, to see characters we're familiar with pop in at times--and catch glimpses of characters we'll get to know in the future.
All-in-all, Shadows On The Wall is a book that I enjoyed reading and was quite moved by. I wasn't anticipating how much Cameo and David would impact me. I came out at the end with my heart full for these characters, and despite it being a serious situation it doesn't leave me feeling hopeless. It leaves me with knowing that even if you believe you are weak, there is a strength in you that can help you beat any adversary.
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