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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
Disappointed.
That's my overall feeling towards this book. There were so many good reviews, so I felt assured that buying this book would payoff, but once again it's a book with a love triangle. I am so tired of those. It is as if authors can't figure out anything more interesting romantically. I could see from miles away that Han and Raisa will end up in love, even though Amon has feelings for her and it seems like Raisa is slightly intrigued with him, as well. It's like reading Cassandra Claire books all over again. It's a complete let down. The classic tale of a princess who is rebellious and tom-boyish. One who doesn't like the way things are. It's overdone.
All in all I read the book all the way through because I bought it. It wasn't that exciting until near the end. But even the end isn't enough for me to jump for the next books, especially after reading synopses that prove my theory about Han and Raisa in the upcoming books.
That's my overall feeling towards this book. There were so many good reviews, so I felt assured that buying this book would payoff, but once again it's a book with a love triangle. I am so tired of those. It is as if authors can't figure out anything more interesting romantically. I could see from miles away that Han and Raisa will end up in love, even though Amon has feelings for her and it seems like Raisa is slightly intrigued with him, as well. It's like reading Cassandra Claire books all over again. It's a complete let down. The classic tale of a princess who is rebellious and tom-boyish. One who doesn't like the way things are. It's overdone.
All in all I read the book all the way through because I bought it. It wasn't that exciting until near the end. But even the end isn't enough for me to jump for the next books, especially after reading synopses that prove my theory about Han and Raisa in the upcoming books.
I was pretty disappointed with this book. I gave it three stars because, though it was entertaining at times, it fell short, for me at least, in copious areas. Although I did give this book three stars, I do plan on reading the sequel. If, however, I cannot rate the sequel above three stars, I am dropping the series.
WHAT I LIKED:
1. All the characters (except the main characters) Although, by the end of the book I was warming up to Han. I really enjoyed reading about Amon, Bird, Dancer, Willo, Raisa’s father, and even Micah while I did have problems with the main characters.
2. The world building: the history and details of this world are so well fleshed out, I felt as if I was actually there. I do wish this book had a map. I enjoyed all the references of history to the world and quite liked the influence of Native American culture in the clan camps.
3. The romance: Now, I didn’t love the romance, but I didn’t hate it. I thought I would after being stuck in Raisa’s point of view for a while. But in the end, I found it surprisingly interesting and liked how it didn’t overshadow the main plot of the story.
4. The writing: for the most part the writing was done well, especially with the descriptions.
WHAT I DID NOT LIKE:
1. Raisa: I didn’t like Han that much either, until near the end when action actually started coming into the story. Hans was boring at first. Now I think he is a solid character whom I want to know more about. Raisa, however, was SOOOOOOOOOOOOO annoying!!!! She is a spoiled brat who seems to be portrayed as a “strong” female character when in reality the men are still saving her all the time. She makes stupid choices while being oblivious to the schemes being made around her because she is so focused on being ill-tempered and selfish. She isn’t ruling material. Humble people are ruling material. I wouldn’t want Raisa as my queen. If she does develop drastically in the rest of the series, I can overlook her behavior in this book. I do enjoy drastic character development.
2. The pace: I. Was. So. Bored. It was just reeeaaaalllly slow in the beginning which I can appreciate for the world building, but nothing in the beginning really gripped me or had me read it in one sitting like I was hoping.
3. The “religious” aspects: now this is more of a very minor complaint of one thing I picked up on. When the part about the southern people favoring their women to “wait until their wedding night,” I felt as if that whole part was portrayed negatively. I find many times these days in YA fiction that religion and the church are stomped on whenever there is a chance to do so. And quite honestly, I am sick of it. It wasn’t overdone; It was just that small reference that I caught that somewhat annoyed me.
This was an entertaining fantasy read but not a remarkable one by any means. Yes, I will read The Exiled Queen but my expectations are set pretty low as far as characters and plot go.
WHAT I LIKED:
1. All the characters (except the main characters) Although, by the end of the book I was warming up to Han. I really enjoyed reading about Amon, Bird, Dancer, Willo, Raisa’s father, and even Micah while I did have problems with the main characters.
2. The world building: the history and details of this world are so well fleshed out, I felt as if I was actually there. I do wish this book had a map. I enjoyed all the references of history to the world and quite liked the influence of Native American culture in the clan camps.
3. The romance: Now, I didn’t love the romance, but I didn’t hate it. I thought I would after being stuck in Raisa’s point of view for a while. But in the end, I found it surprisingly interesting and liked how it didn’t overshadow the main plot of the story.
4. The writing: for the most part the writing was done well, especially with the descriptions.
WHAT I DID NOT LIKE:
1. Raisa: I didn’t like Han that much either, until near the end when action actually started coming into the story. Hans was boring at first. Now I think he is a solid character whom I want to know more about. Raisa, however, was SOOOOOOOOOOOOO annoying!!!! She is a spoiled brat who seems to be portrayed as a “strong” female character when in reality the men are still saving her all the time. She makes stupid choices while being oblivious to the schemes being made around her because she is so focused on being ill-tempered and selfish. She isn’t ruling material. Humble people are ruling material. I wouldn’t want Raisa as my queen. If she does develop drastically in the rest of the series, I can overlook her behavior in this book. I do enjoy drastic character development.
2. The pace: I. Was. So. Bored. It was just reeeaaaalllly slow in the beginning which I can appreciate for the world building, but nothing in the beginning really gripped me or had me read it in one sitting like I was hoping.
3. The “religious” aspects: now this is more of a very minor complaint of one thing I picked up on. When the part about the southern people favoring their women to “wait until their wedding night,” I felt as if that whole part was portrayed negatively. I find many times these days in YA fiction that religion and the church are stomped on whenever there is a chance to do so. And quite honestly, I am sick of it. It wasn’t overdone; It was just that small reference that I caught that somewhat annoyed me.
This was an entertaining fantasy read but not a remarkable one by any means. Yes, I will read The Exiled Queen but my expectations are set pretty low as far as characters and plot go.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
I really liked it and I can tell this will be a GREAT SERIES TO READ (AT LEAST FOR ME)!!!!!:D
I LOVE THE MAIN CHARACTERS!!! [HAN ALISTER AND PRINCESS RAISA] :)
I CANNOT NOT WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK WHERE THEIR PATHS CROSS WITH ONE ANOTHER!:)
I LOVE THE MAIN CHARACTERS!!! [HAN ALISTER AND PRINCESS RAISA] :)
I CANNOT NOT WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK WHERE THEIR PATHS CROSS WITH ONE ANOTHER!:)
the plot is paced so perfectly, the world building done gradually and in a fairly natural way, I enjoy the way this fantasy world is set out and I enjoy fantasy with humans and wizards and also having natural magic and remedies, the world is quite beautiful and I love the characters, I love this series and have read it many times! highly recommend:)
What the fuck. I was enjoying this book so much up until the characters do a complete fucking 180 for the plot to move forward and be more interesting and romantic. Fuck that shit. I'm so annoyed and angry. You can see the author's hand in the story and it took me out of it completely.
This was an amazing fantasy that has such a large world that we are only starting to see. I can’t wait to see the school setting of Oden’s Ford and more of the world in The Exiled Queen!
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
What can I say? I've loved this book since I was 14 or so. And I still love it.
It's not fantastic, per se. But it's a page turner. It keeps me hooked enough. And, the language usage isn't exactly dumbed down. The words and paragraphs flowed smoothly from one to another. I didn't feel any awkwardness reading this book. Which is highly appreciated considering what I've been reading past few months.
A breath of fresh air, I'd say.
Personal feelings aside, I love the description of the clan's ritual and culture, the history of the world this is built upon.
Han Alister had been relying on his wits to survive even without his powers. (which would only surface in the second book.)
And even then, the reason for his "overly powered" self was something that was thought out. It isn't as though he was suddenly some powerful wizard. He still needed to learn to control his powers.
The clan culture is also pretty rich. They have protocols, rules and rituals. Which is amazing to read about. Though I would have hoped they'd be more elaborate on that.
It's not fantastic, per se. But it's a page turner. It keeps me hooked enough. And, the language usage isn't exactly dumbed down. The words and paragraphs flowed smoothly from one to another. I didn't feel any awkwardness reading this book. Which is highly appreciated considering what I've been reading past few months.
A breath of fresh air, I'd say.
Personal feelings aside, I love the description of the clan's ritual and culture, the history of the world this is built upon.
Han Alister had been relying on his wits to survive even without his powers. (which would only surface in the second book.)
And even then, the reason for his "overly powered" self was something that was thought out. It isn't as though he was suddenly some powerful wizard. He still needed to learn to control his powers.
The clan culture is also pretty rich. They have protocols, rules and rituals. Which is amazing to read about. Though I would have hoped they'd be more elaborate on that.