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lucyslibraryreviews's review
5.0
Emily Barnett has written a story that draws you into a beautiful alien world of moonscapes and darknights, a world with no sun and no sickness. It’s a world alive with ingenuity and commonality of people working hard to survive without their sun, to hold off a darkness that is trying to consume, trying to infect, trying to feed its insatiable appetite.
Woven into that world is a story of an alien-girl that is oh so relatable who wins the heart of a boy in another part of the galaxy. Are they cursed to be almost together?
Barnett’s story has so much more depth than just a sweet love story. It’s so much more than coming of age. It’s so much more than finding truth hidden behind lies. This is a story of facing ones fears and finding you are so much more than you ever imagined. This is a story of an unlikely few saving a civilization.
It is an innocent romance with some innocent kissing. I don't love sappy romance, but I loved this book, because it's a great story with relatable truths where good prevails.
Woven into that world is a story of an alien-girl that is oh so relatable who wins the heart of a boy in another part of the galaxy. Are they cursed to be almost together?
Barnett’s story has so much more depth than just a sweet love story. It’s so much more than coming of age. It’s so much more than finding truth hidden behind lies. This is a story of facing ones fears and finding you are so much more than you ever imagined. This is a story of an unlikely few saving a civilization.
It is an innocent romance with some innocent kissing. I don't love sappy romance, but I loved this book, because it's a great story with relatable truths where good prevails.
stewardofbooks's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.75
Two worlds linked by strange rips in space and time. A boy and a girl who aren't supposed to meet but find each other in a dream.
Emily Barnett has such a way with words! Her writing captures the dreamy, otherworldly lyrical feel of the story so perfectly. It draws the reader to Lyra, a planet with moon magic, strange and wonderful bioluminescent creatures, and dream Threads. But amidst the beauty there is danger too, a darkness intent on devouring everything in its path.
I loved that the story makes time for quiet, beautiful moments in the midst of all the action and adventure. I loved the depth of relationships, not just romantically but between family and friends. That's such an important aspect to include in a YA book. I loved the innocence and hope woven into the story even though the characters have to deal with some dark and difficult things.
Thread of Dreams is heartfelt, beautiful and full of warmth. Definitely a book I hope my kids read someday.
Emily Barnett has such a way with words! Her writing captures the dreamy, otherworldly lyrical feel of the story so perfectly. It draws the reader to Lyra, a planet with moon magic, strange and wonderful bioluminescent creatures, and dream Threads. But amidst the beauty there is danger too, a darkness intent on devouring everything in its path.
I loved that the story makes time for quiet, beautiful moments in the midst of all the action and adventure. I loved the depth of relationships, not just romantically but between family and friends. That's such an important aspect to include in a YA book. I loved the innocence and hope woven into the story even though the characters have to deal with some dark and difficult things.
Thread of Dreams is heartfelt, beautiful and full of warmth. Definitely a book I hope my kids read someday.
bethanneyg's review
5.0
“Dream again, little flame. Do not fear.” I ABSOLUTELY enjoyed Emily Barnett’s Thread of Dreams! Thank you @Owlsnest for the ARC! Such a beautiful story! The character development, pacing of the story, and descriptions were all very well done! I truly felt as if I were on the planet of Lyra. The author’s descriptions of the workings and life on Lyra were so creative and delightful to read about. Arlo’s poetry throughout the story was excellent-it gave him a unique voice, and made his struggles more poignant. Everything about Nova’s journey to defeat the Void and her realization that there is something greater than the darkness continually reminded me of the truth and hope we have been given in Christ: “But take heart; I have overcome the world.” I love stories that are filled with redemption, truth and beauty, and I was so grateful to read this lovely book that exemplifies those things and more. Thank you Emily Barnett for sharing your incredible story! And thank you Owls Nest and your amazing writers for the wonderful work you guys are doing!
bethanneyg's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
5.0
“Dream again, little flame. Do not fear.” I ABSOLUTELY enjoyed Emily Barnett’s Thread of Dreams! Thank you @Owlsnest for the ARC! Such a beautiful story! The character development, pacing of the story, and descriptions were all very well done! I truly felt as if I were on the planet of Lyra. The author’s descriptions of the workings and life on Lyra were so creative and delightful to read about. Arlo’s poetry throughout the story was excellent-it gave him a unique voice, and made his struggles more poignant. Everything about Nova’s journey to defeat the Void and her realization that there is something greater than the darkness continually reminded me of the truth and hope we have been given in Christ: “But take heart; I have overcome the world.” I love stories that are filled with redemption, truth and beauty, and I was so grateful to read this lovely book that exemplifies those things and more. Thank you Emily Barnett for sharing your incredible story! And thank you Owls Nest and your amazing writers for the wonderful work you guys are doing!
kerisreads's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
crfree's review
5.0
I received an ARC of this book for my honest review.
I immensely enjoyed this book. From the unique and lush worldbuilding to the lyrical prose, and haunting poetry, Barnett captured the mood and magic of dreams. I’ve never picked up a “science fantasy” before, but it’s exactly what it sounds like. Not quiet science fiction, and not quite fantasy, but she blends both genres so seamlessly. I loved the magic, the heartache, and the romance so immensely, it felt like sinking into a book rather than reading it.
While I enjoyed the romance tied together through a dream connection, my favorite element of this book had to be Barnette’s world-building. The planet Lyra is haunted by "the Void" a light and life sucking entity enshrouding the planet in darkness. Yet, luminous flora and fauna bring this world together in such a lush and atmospheric setting, I couldn't get enough. She created a dream-like planet and painted it with such vivid brushstrokes, that I had no problem being whisked away to this other realm.
While the book did take me a few chapters to get into it, I had no problem delving into the second half of the book and devouring it quickly.
Beautifully written and cannot recommend it enough for the tween and teen readers in your life!
I immensely enjoyed this book. From the unique and lush worldbuilding to the lyrical prose, and haunting poetry, Barnett captured the mood and magic of dreams. I’ve never picked up a “science fantasy” before, but it’s exactly what it sounds like. Not quiet science fiction, and not quite fantasy, but she blends both genres so seamlessly. I loved the magic, the heartache, and the romance so immensely, it felt like sinking into a book rather than reading it.
While I enjoyed the romance tied together through a dream connection, my favorite element of this book had to be Barnette’s world-building. The planet Lyra is haunted by "the Void" a light and life sucking entity enshrouding the planet in darkness. Yet, luminous flora and fauna bring this world together in such a lush and atmospheric setting, I couldn't get enough. She created a dream-like planet and painted it with such vivid brushstrokes, that I had no problem being whisked away to this other realm.
While the book did take me a few chapters to get into it, I had no problem delving into the second half of the book and devouring it quickly.
Beautifully written and cannot recommend it enough for the tween and teen readers in your life!
illumreads's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
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
5.0
*** I RECEIVED AN ARC FROM OWL’S NEXT PUBLISHERS FOR AN HONEST REVIEW.
what a wonderful and whimsical ride. a fantastic debut from the author, emily barnett. thread of dreams was a world that i found myself daydreaming about when i had to put the book down. barnett crafts a world of high possibilities wrapped in adventure and danger. a teen novel that i am sure readers of every age will thoroughly enjoy.
what a wonderful and whimsical ride. a fantastic debut from the author, emily barnett. thread of dreams was a world that i found myself daydreaming about when i had to put the book down. barnett crafts a world of high possibilities wrapped in adventure and danger. a teen novel that i am sure readers of every age will thoroughly enjoy.
lucyslibraryreviews's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
relaxing
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? No
5.0
Emily Barnett has written a story that draws you into a beautiful alien world of moonscapes and darknights, a world with no sun and no sickness. It’s a world alive with ingenuity and commonality of people working hard to survive without their sun, to hold off a darkness that is trying to consume, trying to infect, trying to feed its insatiable appetite. Woven into that world is a story of an alien-girl that is oh so relatable who wins the heart of a boy in another part of the galaxy. Are they cursed to be almost together? Barnett’s story has so much more depth than just a sweet love story. It’s so much more than coming of age. It’s so much more than finding truth hidden behind lies. This is a story of facing ones fears and finding you are so much more than you ever imagined. This is a story of an unlikely few saving a civilization.
tnkazanjian's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.75
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review
I've been waiting to get my hands on Thread of Dreams for a long time, and I was so excited to dive in. All of Emily Barnett's obvious skill in storytelling, which I've seen before in her short fiction, shines in this debut novel.
Synopsis: On the planet of Lyra, no one dreams. But Harvesters, like Nova Celeste, can slip into the minds of humans and steal their dreams—transforming them into magical threads which can be used to fight the evil Void devouring Lyra. Nova is used to being an invisible thief in these dreams, but one night, she meets a boy who sees her, and remembers her. Arlo James has demons of his own to fight on earth, but the bond between him and Nova brings him into the battle for Lyra. Together, Nova and Arlo must find hope in grief in order to defeat the Void.
What I loved about this book: The writing just swept me away. The vivid descriptions brought me straight into the world of Lyra, filled with strange beauty and bioluminescent jellyfish. It's such an imaginative and unique setting, and it can be challenging to create something like that in the spec fic genre; I felt completely immersed in Lyra throughout the entire novel, but it was never overwhelming or confusing. The setting isn't just a lovely backdrop, either. In many ways, the different elements of Lyra, and the overarching conflict between Lyrans and the Void, mirror the internal conflicts within Nova and Arlo. I love this intertwining of plot and setting and character.
While the epic battle between dark and light, good and evil, drives the plot of Dreams—there's plenty of tension and adventure—I loved the focus on the characters. Nova's struggle to find the truth in the midst of lies and Arlo's fight to overcome self-doubt really feel like the heart of the book. And it's their developing relationship that forces them to grow, to question some of the lies they believe about the world and themselves, and really become who they're meant to be. It's beautiful to see that in a YA novel.
And finally, that ending. Such rich themes, but done in a really lovely and gentle way. I'll be honest, I don't read a lot of "save the world" stories, so it was sort of magical to find one that I resonate with so deeply. I won't spoil anything—I'll just say that I loved it.
Overall, a beautiful and lyrical fantasy novel, perfect for teens (and adults!). I'm looking forward to Emily Barnett's next novel, and in the meantime, I'll just reread this one.
I've been waiting to get my hands on Thread of Dreams for a long time, and I was so excited to dive in. All of Emily Barnett's obvious skill in storytelling, which I've seen before in her short fiction, shines in this debut novel.
Synopsis: On the planet of Lyra, no one dreams. But Harvesters, like Nova Celeste, can slip into the minds of humans and steal their dreams—transforming them into magical threads which can be used to fight the evil Void devouring Lyra. Nova is used to being an invisible thief in these dreams, but one night, she meets a boy who sees her, and remembers her. Arlo James has demons of his own to fight on earth, but the bond between him and Nova brings him into the battle for Lyra. Together, Nova and Arlo must find hope in grief in order to defeat the Void.
What I loved about this book: The writing just swept me away. The vivid descriptions brought me straight into the world of Lyra, filled with strange beauty and bioluminescent jellyfish. It's such an imaginative and unique setting, and it can be challenging to create something like that in the spec fic genre; I felt completely immersed in Lyra throughout the entire novel, but it was never overwhelming or confusing. The setting isn't just a lovely backdrop, either. In many ways, the different elements of Lyra, and the overarching conflict between Lyrans and the Void, mirror the internal conflicts within Nova and Arlo. I love this intertwining of plot and setting and character.
While the epic battle between dark and light, good and evil, drives the plot of Dreams—there's plenty of tension and adventure—I loved the focus on the characters. Nova's struggle to find the truth in the midst of lies and Arlo's fight to overcome self-doubt really feel like the heart of the book. And it's their developing relationship that forces them to grow, to question some of the lies they believe about the world and themselves, and really become who they're meant to be. It's beautiful to see that in a YA novel.
And finally, that ending. Such rich themes, but done in a really lovely and gentle way. I'll be honest, I don't read a lot of "save the world" stories, so it was sort of magical to find one that I resonate with so deeply. I won't spoil anything—I'll just say that I loved it.
Overall, a beautiful and lyrical fantasy novel, perfect for teens (and adults!). I'm looking forward to Emily Barnett's next novel, and in the meantime, I'll just reread this one.
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