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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
This series kept being recommended to me. It was a slightly slow read, though it did keep my attention long enough to be finished. I like Kate, and I think she is a great character in that she seems to have flaws as well as skills. I like the world building and Saiman, and I will likely read the next book. Partly because this one was decent, and partly because someone else wrote not to give up on the series until after the next book.
My read had a couple of scenes from the Beast Lord's POV. I didn't think they added much to the story to be honest, but maybe I would have enjoyed them more if I was already a long time fan.
My read had a couple of scenes from the Beast Lord's POV. I didn't think they added much to the story to be honest, but maybe I would have enjoyed them more if I was already a long time fan.
Second time through:
Since I've read the whole series, I obviously wasn't as confused with the world building here. The problem is, I just think this book is a bit of a mess. The series definitely gets better starting with the next book, and then just continues to go up, but even knowing and loving this world, I just really don't love this first book.
First review:
I liked this, but it felt like it was not the first book in a series. Like it was at least the second or later book. There wasn't really a whole lot of good worldbuilding. I don't need to be spoon-fed details when I read, but I would at least like to be introduced to a world, instead of just thrown into it.
There definitely was some interesting things going on here, though. So I will continue on with the series.
Since I've read the whole series, I obviously wasn't as confused with the world building here. The problem is, I just think this book is a bit of a mess. The series definitely gets better starting with the next book, and then just continues to go up, but even knowing and loving this world, I just really don't love this first book.
First review:
I liked this, but it felt like it was not the first book in a series. Like it was at least the second or later book. There wasn't really a whole lot of good worldbuilding. I don't need to be spoon-fed details when I read, but I would at least like to be introduced to a world, instead of just thrown into it.
There definitely was some interesting things going on here, though. So I will continue on with the series.
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Ok, I'm pretty sure listening to the audio book kinda ruined it for me. I was confused quite a few times and it just seemed to bounce around or leave out explanations. Love the badass female main character, and the mystery surrounding her lineage. Will probably read the second one instead of trying the audiobook again.
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
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:
No
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The cheesy cover really drew me to this book. That faded lion head, y'all. Anyway... Interesting world building, but i've seen this plot and these characters too many times before. Overall, it was basic, and I probably would not have bothered finishing it if it wasn't so short.