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3.6 AVERAGE
3.6 AVERAGE
I was so excited about this book because one it’s beautiful and two it sounded like something I hadn’t read before.
The first 100/150 pages for me were really interesting. Learning about the magic system and the politics is what I love about fantasy. The middle of the book between pages 150 and 300 were good but I did loose a bit of interest but my favourite part of the book was definitely the last 150 pages. There were twists and turns that you could see coming but you didn’t know when they were going to pop up and when they did they made me gasp out loud. That’s when I know I’m really enjoying a book.
The character relationships I especially liked. The way the relationships formed and developed over time was really well written. I think was helped by the chapters from different points of view. I’ve read books that have chapters that switch between two points of view but not three like in this book but I must say it was really nice and almost refreshing.
I think the next book is going to be even better than this if the ending is anything to go by. Looking forward to reading it in 2021!
The first 100/150 pages for me were really interesting. Learning about the magic system and the politics is what I love about fantasy. The middle of the book between pages 150 and 300 were good but I did loose a bit of interest but my favourite part of the book was definitely the last 150 pages. There were twists and turns that you could see coming but you didn’t know when they were going to pop up and when they did they made me gasp out loud. That’s when I know I’m really enjoying a book.
The character relationships I especially liked. The way the relationships formed and developed over time was really well written. I think was helped by the chapters from different points of view. I’ve read books that have chapters that switch between two points of view but not three like in this book but I must say it was really nice and almost refreshing.
I think the next book is going to be even better than this if the ending is anything to go by. Looking forward to reading it in 2021!
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
3.5 stars. Overall I really enjoyed this book. For the most part it was a fun fast-paced adventure set in an interesting world, though some parts dragged a little and I had a few other frustrations mostly concerning characterization.
This book started off a little slow, but about 50-60% of the way in I couldn't tear my eyes away! I think the first book did a lot of character-building/ set-up for the second book, so I'm excited for Bone Crier's Dawn. I do wish Purdie had picked up the pace earlier on, but I understand the importance of world-building and character-building. All in all, I'd give this book 3.5/5 stars. I would definitely recommend it to a friend.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Bone Crier's Moon was the April Owlcrate selection. I was a little leery when I first read the description, but I loved this book. I have heard all of the negativity about the animal cruelty, but it wasn't a significant part of the story and I personally did not find it to be offensive. Every culture has its own rituals. The animal sacrifices required to become a farrier are just part of their customs and beliefs that have been passed down for generations.
Ailesse is the daughter of the current matriarch or leader of the Bone Criers. She is one of the strongest members of their group and it is assumed she will eventually take over for her mother. All she has to do is complete her rite of passage, which involves luring and killing her true love.
Bastien has had it out for the Bone Criers since his father was murdered by one of them when he was a boy. He is working with a pair of siblings who also lost their father. They have been researching the history of the Bone Criers and find Ailesse during her rite of passage. They finally have their chance at revenge, but things don't quite go as planned.
Ailesse and Bastien believe they are cursed by the spell between a Bone Crier and her amoure. Once they are past trying to kill each other and their friendship begins to flourish, they try to find a way to break the curse. They are also plagued by a bunch of loose spirits that weren't ferried the night of her failed rite of passage.
Sabine is Ailesse's best friend. She refuses to believe Ailesse is dead even though her mother says she is. She is determined to help her friend, but things become more complicated as the story progresses. It becomes clear that the Bone Criers provide a valuable service to society even if the means to the end is unfathomable. There appears to be a sliver of hope for Ailesse and Bastien at the end of this story, but it is at the expense of another character.
Overall, this was a great start to the series.
Ailesse is the daughter of the current matriarch or leader of the Bone Criers. She is one of the strongest members of their group and it is assumed she will eventually take over for her mother. All she has to do is complete her rite of passage, which involves luring and killing her true love.
Bastien has had it out for the Bone Criers since his father was murdered by one of them when he was a boy. He is working with a pair of siblings who also lost their father. They have been researching the history of the Bone Criers and find Ailesse during her rite of passage. They finally have their chance at revenge, but things don't quite go as planned.
Ailesse and Bastien believe they are cursed by the spell between a Bone Crier and her amoure. Once they are past trying to kill each other and their friendship begins to flourish, they try to find a way to break the curse. They are also plagued by a bunch of loose spirits that weren't ferried the night of her failed rite of passage.
Sabine is Ailesse's best friend. She refuses to believe Ailesse is dead even though her mother says she is. She is determined to help her friend, but things become more complicated as the story progresses. It becomes clear that the Bone Criers provide a valuable service to society even if the means to the end is unfathomable. There appears to be a sliver of hope for Ailesse and Bastien at the end of this story, but it is at the expense of another character.
Overall, this was a great start to the series.