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3.0
I enjoyed the 'otherworldliness' aspects of this book - the descriptions of castle Amie is staying in, the forest, even the clothes Amie and others wear. There was a lot of world building and I definitely had the sense of stepping into another world.
The glossary at the back was a GREAT addition. It really helped with the terminology. I liked the fact that in the castle the characters all used what would be considered normal terminology for them, but for Amie it was strange and different - it really added to the otherworld feel. I found the glossary helped me keep the narrative straight.
I liked the detail that all characters had a 'fairy' name, but I did find it hard to keep them straight at times. Perhaps this could be included as well in part of the glossary?
I liked how Amie was struggling with her heritage - what did it mean? Who was she? How did she define herself? What are her abilities and how can she learn to use them.
The sense that 'something was coming' was also laid out well - I don't want to give any spoilers, but there was definitely big things coming and we got the sense that Amie was being prepared for it!
Overall, it was an interesting read and I'm curious to see if it continues!~!
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