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3.4 AVERAGE
3.4 AVERAGE
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Diverse cast of characters:
No
This book started very slowly and after the first few chapters with this rather boring male character i was nearly dnfing this book.
But then came in the second perspective, female and so different.
And then the book picks up with action and developments in the plot and world building.
This world does have magic where the characters move between different levels of reality. One is clearly defined by matter, the other is the void where everything is different and other rules apply.
I didn't know it until I read this book, but I think I really do like books with different levels of reality.
It is a warrior's world with warrior's values held most high.
It too is in some ways a coming of age story, as the main characters are all still rather young. But I am sure they are going to rock their world and, let's keep fingers crossed, bring a new world order in with more equality, less racism and a better understanding of what the world actually is.
I listened to this book as an audiobook from my local library. I took to the female narrator immediately, with the male narrator it took me a moment before I could fully appreciate what he offered through his interpretation to the text.
But then came in the second perspective, female and so different.
And then the book picks up with action and developments in the plot and world building.
This world does have magic where the characters move between different levels of reality. One is clearly defined by matter, the other is the void where everything is different and other rules apply.
I didn't know it until I read this book, but I think I really do like books with different levels of reality.
It is a warrior's world with warrior's values held most high.
It too is in some ways a coming of age story, as the main characters are all still rather young. But I am sure they are going to rock their world and, let's keep fingers crossed, bring a new world order in with more equality, less racism and a better understanding of what the world actually is.
I listened to this book as an audiobook from my local library. I took to the female narrator immediately, with the male narrator it took me a moment before I could fully appreciate what he offered through his interpretation to the text.
The Glass Breaks provides an interesting story of political turmoil and warfare between the Sea Wolves, magic (wyrd) wielding pirates and the native Pure Ones, who have no magic and live in threat of the Sea Wolves power and brutality. The concept of travelling between two dimensions (form- which represents physical reality and void, which is an alternate dimension where magic exists and can be harnessed) kept my interest. I enjoyed learning more about the workings and development of the system itself and how each character uses there wyrd slightly unique to each other.
The story is told from the views of Duncan Greenfire and Adeline Brand. In the beginning Duncan is viewed as the weak son of a chief of the Sea Wolves, who's father has him subjected to a painful curse. He strives to find his identity and take hold of his chaotic power. Adeline is a self assured and aggressive duellist and is seen as a great asset to the Sea Wolves. Both characters have their own journeys and missions as they unravel the dark mystery that threatens their survival.
The story is told from the views of Duncan Greenfire and Adeline Brand. In the beginning Duncan is viewed as the weak son of a chief of the Sea Wolves, who's father has him subjected to a painful curse. He strives to find his identity and take hold of his chaotic power. Adeline is a self assured and aggressive duellist and is seen as a great asset to the Sea Wolves. Both characters have their own journeys and missions as they unravel the dark mystery that threatens their survival.
fast-paced
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
I found this book quite enjoyable and entertaining. The world building is amazing, the characters are fleshed out, and the plot keeps you hooked.
I look forward to reading other books by this author.
Recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
I look forward to reading other books by this author.
Recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.