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ashwee0955's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-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
4.0
mq1ne's review against another edition
3.0
This was actually really interesting , with it being dual POV , i found it such an easy and quick read.
The element of secrets really spiced things up , with the threat of death , everyone was wary and took multiple risks. It was very heartening to see a dash of romance sprinkled in this , but the main plot was still the secrets and finding out about things. I loved the found family in this , the ending made me need the second book , i can’t wait
The element of secrets really spiced things up , with the threat of death , everyone was wary and took multiple risks. It was very heartening to see a dash of romance sprinkled in this , but the main plot was still the secrets and finding out about things. I loved the found family in this , the ending made me need the second book , i can’t wait
lisamcc514's review against another edition
5.0
HUGE thank you to Victoria McCombs and Book of Matches Media for sharing this e-ARC with me. The following review reflects my honest reading experience.
I am a massive fan of pirate adventure stories so I knew I had to get my hands Oathbound. This book was seriously so good!
Oathbound has everything! There’s pirates, sea monsters, mermaids, mysterious ships, rival crews, ghosts, treasure, romance, and major suspense plus some seriously high stakes. This with a super mysterious and eerie story had me totally hooked! I was on the edge of my seat! McCombs did such a great job with the world building and creating such a eerie and mysterious atmosphere. This was one of my favorite parts of Oathbound. I loved how spooky and creepy parts were. Especially the black ship slowly stalking the Royal Rose. It was so creepy to imagine the ship getting closer and closer. I could totally see the scene in my mind! I also loved watching Emme grow more comfortable on the ship and start to love the sea. It’s actually funny how much I enjoy these types of stories and scenes because in real life I am petrified of the ocean. It’s so fun to read these scenes like these in Oathbound because I get to live vicariously through the characters and experience the ocean without actually having to go.
The ending of Oathbound was so intense and SO. GOOD. I thought I knew what was going to happen, but I was so surprised. There were so many great twists. And that cliffhanger?!?! I need book two!!
Here are some other miscellaneous things that I really loved and have to mention. . .
-The tattoos!!
-All the different supernatural-esc monsters and creatures the crew encountered.
-The relationships between the characters. Especially Emme + Emeric, Emme + Arn, and Arn + his crew members.
As you can tell, I highly recommend Oathbound. I loved this story and all the twists. I cannot wait for the sequel!
I am a massive fan of pirate adventure stories so I knew I had to get my hands Oathbound. This book was seriously so good!
Oathbound has everything! There’s pirates, sea monsters, mermaids, mysterious ships, rival crews, ghosts, treasure, romance, and major suspense plus some seriously high stakes. This with a super mysterious and eerie story had me totally hooked! I was on the edge of my seat! McCombs did such a great job with the world building and creating such a eerie and mysterious atmosphere. This was one of my favorite parts of Oathbound. I loved how spooky and creepy parts were. Especially the black ship slowly stalking the Royal Rose. It was so creepy to imagine the ship getting closer and closer. I could totally see the scene in my mind! I also loved watching Emme grow more comfortable on the ship and start to love the sea. It’s actually funny how much I enjoy these types of stories and scenes because in real life I am petrified of the ocean. It’s so fun to read these scenes like these in Oathbound because I get to live vicariously through the characters and experience the ocean without actually having to go.
The ending of Oathbound was so intense and SO. GOOD. I thought I knew what was going to happen, but I was so surprised. There were so many great twists. And that cliffhanger?!?! I need book two!!
Here are some other miscellaneous things that I really loved and have to mention. . .
-The tattoos!!
-All the different supernatural-esc monsters and creatures the crew encountered.
-The relationships between the characters. Especially Emme + Emeric, Emme + Arn, and Arn + his crew members.
As you can tell, I highly recommend Oathbound. I loved this story and all the twists. I cannot wait for the sequel!
morgangiesbrecht's review against another edition
4.0
I never knew I needed a pirate fantasy story in my life, but apparently I did, and what a ride! The last pirate story I remember reading besides Treasure Island was as a child…something about mice on a pirate ship of dogs escaping to a pirate ship of cats…so this was certainly something new!
It took me a bit to ease into the world of pirates and swashbuckling, but once I got there, I was invested.
The characters were my favourite part: sweet, sassy, determined Emme; sensitive, thoughtful, caring Arn; comic relief Emric. They have their flaws and shadowed pasts, but I was rooting for them all throughout. I really liked the dynamics of Arn’s crew, and the bad guys of this book had me shuddering.
The romance is pretty light and sweet, and there’s a hint of things to come. At one point, I was a little worried about Ontario, Arn, and Emme turning into a potential love triangle, but thankfully I was wrong.
All in all, I’m looking forward to continuing this series and want to check out some of Victoria’s other books!
It took me a bit to ease into the world of pirates and swashbuckling, but once I got there, I was invested.
The characters were my favourite part: sweet, sassy, determined Emme; sensitive, thoughtful, caring Arn; comic relief Emric. They have their flaws and shadowed pasts, but I was rooting for them all throughout. I really liked the dynamics of Arn’s crew, and the bad guys of this book had me shuddering.
The romance is pretty light and sweet, and there’s a hint of things to come. At one point, I was a little worried about Ontario, Arn, and Emme turning into a potential love triangle, but thankfully I was wrong.
All in all, I’m looking forward to continuing this series and want to check out some of Victoria’s other books!
bndugan's review against another edition
5.0
WOW. This was amazing. I've been trying to get back into YA and fantasy, and this book was perfect for that. It had a great pace, and the characters were well-developed. I loved Emme and how soft yet fierce she is. Arn was like a cinnamon roll but deadly at times! But he really is such a good boy (but an idiot as well!)
There was a lot of action in this. (Little romance but the action made up for it!) It had me flipping pages so quickly to see what else could go wrong in their adventure.
And that ending! I'm so happy that I have the next book in my possession.
There was a lot of action in this. (Little romance but the action made up for it!) It had me flipping pages so quickly to see what else could go wrong in their adventure.
And that ending! I'm so happy that I have the next book in my possession.
brii_brii's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
jeaninetaniece's review against another edition
5.0
I added this book to my tbr after I saw a post from @michellegriep singing its praises. Michelle always has great recs and I love reading her colorful reviews.
Oathbound is a swashbuckling high seas adventure filled with pirates, mermaids, treasure and ghosts. Emme and Arn will quickly steal your heart, along with the rest of the crew.
Arn is a perfect mix of Jack Sparrow’s cunning and passion for the sea and Will Turner’s tender heart and selfless devotion. Emme is the daughter of a renowned pirate, she detests the water and the life style, but reluctantly agrees to help Arn on his newest quest. She is smart, capable, and the object of Arn’s secret affection. There are many dangers to face, oaths to be honored, treasure to discover, and lives hanging in the balance. And oh my, the double whammy of shockers with that ending! I cannot wait to read book 2.
This is a clean YA fantasy with a little romance, some magic elements and fighting scenes. There are some instances of death, dismemberment, rum, and drunkenness, typical pirate stuff. Nothing graphic or overdramatized.
#victoriamccombs #oathbound #theroyalrosechronicles #yafantasy
Oathbound is a swashbuckling high seas adventure filled with pirates, mermaids, treasure and ghosts. Emme and Arn will quickly steal your heart, along with the rest of the crew.
Arn is a perfect mix of Jack Sparrow’s cunning and passion for the sea and Will Turner’s tender heart and selfless devotion. Emme is the daughter of a renowned pirate, she detests the water and the life style, but reluctantly agrees to help Arn on his newest quest. She is smart, capable, and the object of Arn’s secret affection. There are many dangers to face, oaths to be honored, treasure to discover, and lives hanging in the balance. And oh my, the double whammy of shockers with that ending! I cannot wait to read book 2.
This is a clean YA fantasy with a little romance, some magic elements and fighting scenes. There are some instances of death, dismemberment, rum, and drunkenness, typical pirate stuff. Nothing graphic or overdramatized.
#victoriamccombs #oathbound #theroyalrosechronicles #yafantasy