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atvreads's review against another edition
4.0
Welcome to a world made dangerous by the sea and those who wish to profit from it. Where a young girl must find her family and fight for her place while trying to survive built exclusively for vicious men.
Of course the cover is fetching, but the LANGUAGE of FABLE, truly sets this novel apart from other YA titles I’ve read in the last year and a half.
Much like plunging into a roiling sea, Young submerges the reader into Fable’s world of scratching and clawing to merely survive as a dredger on the desolate and cutthroat island of Jeval. Descriptions are beautiful as well as gritty, and no detail is left to the imagination. All of your senses will be engaged by Young’s writing.
While initially the plot might seem sluggish, I enjoyed the longer exposition to flesh out Fable’s dire circumstances. Too often I read novels where the protagonist is in mortal danger and POOF! All better! Nope, not for our lass, Fable. No one is doing this young woman favors and if she wants to survive she will have to hold on by the skin of her teeth.
Of course the cover is fetching, but the LANGUAGE of FABLE, truly sets this novel apart from other YA titles I’ve read in the last year and a half.
Much like plunging into a roiling sea, Young submerges the reader into Fable’s world of scratching and clawing to merely survive as a dredger on the desolate and cutthroat island of Jeval. Descriptions are beautiful as well as gritty, and no detail is left to the imagination. All of your senses will be engaged by Young’s writing.
While initially the plot might seem sluggish, I enjoyed the longer exposition to flesh out Fable’s dire circumstances. Too often I read novels where the protagonist is in mortal danger and POOF! All better! Nope, not for our lass, Fable. No one is doing this young woman favors and if she wants to survive she will have to hold on by the skin of her teeth.
janagaton's review against another edition
2.0
I REALLY wanted to like this):
The cover is still one of my faves, but the story just didn't do it for me. I'm not a big "adventure lost at sea/pirate story" type of gal to start, but I still figured I'd give this one a chance. I enjoyed the parts about family and romance, and the author writes about love really well, but she noticeably uses a lot of the same metaphors and similes several times throughout the novel. There's also this theme about "never letting anyone know what's important to you" and it was super repetitive at times. It took me SO long to get through this book, and I really wish it was worth it. This is the first time Reese Witherspoon's book club has let me down lol.
The cover is still one of my faves, but the story just didn't do it for me. I'm not a big "adventure lost at sea/pirate story" type of gal to start, but I still figured I'd give this one a chance. I enjoyed the parts about family and romance, and the author writes about love really well, but she noticeably uses a lot of the same metaphors and similes several times throughout the novel. There's also this theme about "never letting anyone know what's important to you" and it was super repetitive at times. It took me SO long to get through this book, and I really wish it was worth it. This is the first time Reese Witherspoon's book club has let me down lol.
blackcat8_'s review
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
dumplingsz's review against another edition
4.0
might pretty soon regret my decision to spend hours reading this instead of studying for my upcoming exams
gingerale06's review
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
kerisreads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.5
cmitchell2781's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely loved this book. I'd been hearing about it for months, so as soon as I got it I started reading. Fable is a beautifully written character, and I love how she's strong while still being young and vulnerable. Its makes her relatable as a main character because she doesn't just do everything perfectly. The supporting characters are also all written very well, and im deeply invested in Fable and West's relationship. I was slightly disappointed with how this book ended, but i do know that the second book with be out shortly, in March, so I'm impatiently waiting for that release. 100% recommend to really any reader looking for a good YA book.
liz_bookclub's review against another edition
4.0
I rated this book a 4 out of 5 stars! This was a very fun and easy read that takes you on a fun adventure though the sea and ports and diving underwater! The characters are well developed, and the writing was really breath taking honestly. With the way the author describes people and the scenery was just amazing! The story was fast paced, and easy to follow after the first 50 or so pages. I loved all the characters, specially West and Willa. The cliff hanger at the ending was a surprise! And I loved it! Fable (FMC) motivations are clear and thought out and well developed throughout the story, as well as the side characters. I highly recommend this book if you looking for a fun and easy adventure to go on!
sarahp85's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this. However, to me it starts of a bit slow and felt a bit rushed at the end.
Thankfully I got the second book from NetGalley so I can find out how the story finishes!
Thankfully I got the second book from NetGalley so I can find out how the story finishes!