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powisamy's review
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When I was asked to review The Game Weaver, I was quite excited as it wasn't a book that was on my radar but sounded really interesting. I was so excited that I did, however, as The Game Weavers was a new and fresh story that teaches its readers and characters to love themselves.
I have to admit that I wasn't completely in love with the book when I first started to read it as I wasn't a fan of some of the language used. This did change as the book evolves and you realise the reasons for this language being used as Seo has a lot of self-loathing over his sexuality which is explored throughout the course of the book.
This was something that I really like in the book was seeing Seo finally connect and accept his sexuality. While I think that the ending was a bit predictable, for younger readers this could be the right book they read and can make a massive impact.
Of course, the coming terms with sexuality is just a small part of this book. Rebecca Zahabi creates such a rich and unique world that is very different and new. I definitely liked the elements of Twine and I also think that the way the scenes were written brings it to life. They were really interesting and I think that having a fictional sport really was a great new concept.
This creates a great dynamic with the character of Penelope which ends in a really exciting and nerve-wracking ending. I also think that the character dynamics were a strong point of the book especially with Sir Neil who was a highly disliked character but I think with this, Seo discovers that he could be who he is.
My favourite interactions were with Minjun and I loved the brother interactions as I really do like seeing family relationships developed in YA. While I didn't love Minjun chapters as I didn't like the style of writing, it was because Zahabi does write him as childlike which is accurate as he is a child. Basically, it's my thing and I am nitpicking.
I also loved Jack as he offered another perspective on the society in the book and is really the turning point in their book to get Seo ready to accept himself. He is sometimes hard on him but I really liked seeing their relationship develop and yeah it was really great. While I thought that Seo was a little bit cold and distant, I really did like his development as a solid main character.
Basically, while I did have some problems with The Game Weavers, it does not take away from the fact this book is a unique YA read that more people should get their hands on.
The Verdict:
Captivating and raw, Zahabi takes us to a world that is equal parts magical and heartwrenching, with characters who fight for what they truly believe in.
When I was asked to review The Game Weaver, I was quite excited as it wasn't a book that was on my radar but sounded really interesting. I was so excited that I did, however, as The Game Weavers was a new and fresh story that teaches its readers and characters to love themselves.
I have to admit that I wasn't completely in love with the book when I first started to read it as I wasn't a fan of some of the language used. This did change as the book evolves and you realise the reasons for this language being used as Seo has a lot of self-loathing over his sexuality which is explored throughout the course of the book.
This was something that I really like in the book was seeing Seo finally connect and accept his sexuality. While I think that the ending was a bit predictable, for younger readers this could be the right book they read and can make a massive impact.
Of course, the coming terms with sexuality is just a small part of this book. Rebecca Zahabi creates such a rich and unique world that is very different and new. I definitely liked the elements of Twine and I also think that the way the scenes were written brings it to life. They were really interesting and I think that having a fictional sport really was a great new concept.
This creates a great dynamic with the character of Penelope which ends in a really exciting and nerve-wracking ending. I also think that the character dynamics were a strong point of the book especially with Sir Neil who was a highly disliked character but I think with this, Seo discovers that he could be who he is.
My favourite interactions were with Minjun and I loved the brother interactions as I really do like seeing family relationships developed in YA. While I didn't love Minjun chapters as I didn't like the style of writing, it was because Zahabi does write him as childlike which is accurate as he is a child. Basically, it's my thing and I am nitpicking.
I also loved Jack as he offered another perspective on the society in the book and is really the turning point in their book to get Seo ready to accept himself. He is sometimes hard on him but I really liked seeing their relationship develop and yeah it was really great. While I thought that Seo was a little bit cold and distant, I really did like his development as a solid main character.
Basically, while I did have some problems with The Game Weavers, it does not take away from the fact this book is a unique YA read that more people should get their hands on.
The Verdict:
Captivating and raw, Zahabi takes us to a world that is equal parts magical and heartwrenching, with characters who fight for what they truly believe in.
katiebookqueen's review
5.0
Full review to come closer to the release date but I absolutely ADORED this story.
vinjii's review against another edition
Read my full review over at Three Crows Magazine.
Zahabi shows with her novel just how much representation matters. A female world-champion. A gay professional weaver. It can make all the difference. As a society, we need for those in the public eye to be proud of who they are because—like it or not—representation helps change the world.
As a lesbian, I can say that the subject of homophobia is incredibly well handled, and if I had a young adult in my household, I’d buy them this book in the hope of giving them some guidance and courage to stand up for themselves and others.
To fight for a better future, and perhaps, with our youth reading stories like this one, we can avoid the next setback after all.
Zahabi shows with her novel just how much representation matters. A female world-champion. A gay professional weaver. It can make all the difference. As a society, we need for those in the public eye to be proud of who they are because—like it or not—representation helps change the world.
As a lesbian, I can say that the subject of homophobia is incredibly well handled, and if I had a young adult in my household, I’d buy them this book in the hope of giving them some guidance and courage to stand up for themselves and others.
To fight for a better future, and perhaps, with our youth reading stories like this one, we can avoid the next setback after all.
themoonkestrel's review against another edition
3.0
*A review copy was provided by the publishers kindly*
Twine as a game is fascinating and I found it enthralling, as I did on the story of Seo, Jack, Minjun and Woolfe.
Twine as a game is fascinating and I found it enthralling, as I did on the story of Seo, Jack, Minjun and Woolfe.
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