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polywogg's review against another edition
4.0
BOTTOM-LINE:
Good debut, look forward to the next story
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PLOT OR PREMISE:
A Chinese-American woman trained as a ninja and now helps abused women in L.A.
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WHAT I LIKED:
The story works on three levels for me. First, there is a mystery to solve involving multiple bad guys, politics, and a new subway being constructed (the motive is obvious, the details are not). Second, she helps women get away from their abusers, and feels a bit in places like the Jane Whitefield novels by Thomas Perry. Third, she is choosing romantically between a nice guy and a danger guy, similar to the Stephanie Plum novels by Janet Evanovich. I had a small sense of deja vu that I knew this storyline as it progressed.
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WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE:
As the first story in a series, there is a lot of exposition going on. Explaining Lily's background, her mixed Norwegian / Chinese heritage, and even some of her relationship with her parents. Her angst with her mother is brought up about six or seven places in the novel, while 1-2 would have been fine. Equally, her father's colloquiallisms show up way too often, "doncha know". Plus, she explains kuniochi about three times, as if we didn't see it the first two times. The repetition was a bit heavy-handed.
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DISCLOSURE:
I received no compensation, not even a free copy, in exchange for this review. I am not personal friends with the author, nor do I follow her on social media.
Good debut, look forward to the next story
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PLOT OR PREMISE:
A Chinese-American woman trained as a ninja and now helps abused women in L.A.
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WHAT I LIKED:
The story works on three levels for me. First, there is a mystery to solve involving multiple bad guys, politics, and a new subway being constructed (the motive is obvious, the details are not). Second, she helps women get away from their abusers, and feels a bit in places like the Jane Whitefield novels by Thomas Perry. Third, she is choosing romantically between a nice guy and a danger guy, similar to the Stephanie Plum novels by Janet Evanovich. I had a small sense of deja vu that I knew this storyline as it progressed.
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WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE:
As the first story in a series, there is a lot of exposition going on. Explaining Lily's background, her mixed Norwegian / Chinese heritage, and even some of her relationship with her parents. Her angst with her mother is brought up about six or seven places in the novel, while 1-2 would have been fine. Equally, her father's colloquiallisms show up way too often, "doncha know". Plus, she explains kuniochi about three times, as if we didn't see it the first two times. The repetition was a bit heavy-handed.
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DISCLOSURE:
I received no compensation, not even a free copy, in exchange for this review. I am not personal friends with the author, nor do I follow her on social media.
kimberlyp's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
tense
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? It's complicated
4.25
carareadsthebooks's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0
readingmaria's review against another edition
3.0
The Ninja Daughter is full of action, that's for sure! With every turn of the page, something happens like an intense bike ride, or danger lurking around the corner. This book is a lot of fun to read, that's for sure, and it's pretty quick too!
Although I enjoyed this novel, I did find myself missing out on something...and I'm not sure what. Maybe it was the writing, or the highly unlikely situations like "look! A clue that just happened to be here" kind of setup. Not that there's anything wrong with that, it's just not my preference. I can totally see this book being produced into some sort of mini-series!
Although I enjoyed this novel, I did find myself missing out on something...and I'm not sure what. Maybe it was the writing, or the highly unlikely situations like "look! A clue that just happened to be here" kind of setup. Not that there's anything wrong with that, it's just not my preference. I can totally see this book being produced into some sort of mini-series!
melinda's review against another edition
1.0
DNF at 35% but still rating it because of the amount of victim blaming this did to the DV survivors and people going through it. The diversity was great and I enjoyed those aspects of her dealing with her family but not enough to put up with how she treated the victims.
deannetownsend's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book! Lily was a great character: tough, smart, hard working, loyal, protective. It was nice having a female lead character in a story full of action. No knight in shining armor necessary; Lily will take care of any situation. I’ll happily read more from this author. I would, however, love it if the profanity could be left out.
craigkingsman's review against another edition
4.0
Lily Wong has secrets. The child of a Chinese woman and an American man with Scandinavian ancestry, she learned Japanese ninja skills as a child. She also hasn’t told them about her job protecting women and children for a shelter.
When her latest charge pulls her into a murder investigation, she ends up involved with the Ukranian and Korean mafias, witnesses the murder to two Korean mobsters, is captured and tortured, and almost gets killed herself.
The Ninja Daughter, the debut novel from Tori Eldridge, is a wild suspense and mystery ride, full of suspense and intrigue. You will wonder what’s next for Lily. My only issue is that Lily, whose sister was killed, assumes that all men are after one thing. This is brought out more than once in the story and in a way that left me feeling the author feels the same way. (Note: I’ve met Tori and did not get the sense that she feels this way.)
If you’re looking for a quick read, full of suspense and intrigue, I highly recommend The Ninja Daughter. I look forward to Lily’s next adventure.
When her latest charge pulls her into a murder investigation, she ends up involved with the Ukranian and Korean mafias, witnesses the murder to two Korean mobsters, is captured and tortured, and almost gets killed herself.
The Ninja Daughter, the debut novel from Tori Eldridge, is a wild suspense and mystery ride, full of suspense and intrigue. You will wonder what’s next for Lily. My only issue is that Lily, whose sister was killed, assumes that all men are after one thing. This is brought out more than once in the story and in a way that left me feeling the author feels the same way. (Note: I’ve met Tori and did not get the sense that she feels this way.)
If you’re looking for a quick read, full of suspense and intrigue, I highly recommend The Ninja Daughter. I look forward to Lily’s next adventure.
jessicamap's review against another edition
4.0
Thanks to the publisher for the free copy in exchange for my honest review
3.5 rounded up to 4 stars for rating
This is book one in the Lily Wong series and this was definitely an action packed debut! The title definitely caught my immediate attention, as someone that did martial arts for the majority of my life, I was really curious to see how this would be incorporated.
Lily is a Norwegian-Chinese woman that has taken it upon herself to become a vigilante of sorts. She is there to protect women and their children from any abusers. She’s a really fun character and we get a demonstration almost immediately of her skills as a ninja.
I enjoyed getting glimpses of her heritage and I think the author did a good job illustrating both sides of her family (the Norwegian side and Chinese side). While there was a bunch of action, there were a few parts where I felt it had a lull, but not enough to ruin the pacing entirely.
I think this is a solid debut and a great start to a new series. I would love to see where things continue with Lily Wong and to see what adventures the author takes us on!
3.5 rounded up to 4 stars for rating
This is book one in the Lily Wong series and this was definitely an action packed debut! The title definitely caught my immediate attention, as someone that did martial arts for the majority of my life, I was really curious to see how this would be incorporated.
Lily is a Norwegian-Chinese woman that has taken it upon herself to become a vigilante of sorts. She is there to protect women and their children from any abusers. She’s a really fun character and we get a demonstration almost immediately of her skills as a ninja.
I enjoyed getting glimpses of her heritage and I think the author did a good job illustrating both sides of her family (the Norwegian side and Chinese side). While there was a bunch of action, there were a few parts where I felt it had a lull, but not enough to ruin the pacing entirely.
I think this is a solid debut and a great start to a new series. I would love to see where things continue with Lily Wong and to see what adventures the author takes us on!
catzach's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping, Violence, Trafficking, Toxic relationship, Torture, Sexual violence, Sexual assault, and Rape
tunajeans's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75