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3.79 AVERAGE
3.79 AVERAGE
A nice little story, if somewhat simple. But I think it's good that there are simple stories about being different and that being okay.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
Lovely messages with a somewhat clumsy execution. I think this was a case of me being the wrong audience. Fairy tales are a tough sell for me and this one is adequately described as one. I personally felt like some more subtlety would have been great but I agree with the core messages and overall enjoyed reading about these characters. Picked it up for the aroace representation and we can't have enough of that.
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is a 3,5 review.
So, I didn’t know what I was getting into when I requested this on Netgalley, and it was a great surprise. The book follows Sir Violet as he searches for a missing person in his village and forms an unlikely friendship with the dragon Snap. Setting it apart, the book has plenty of characters (including Sir Violet) from different LGBTQ+ communities, as they discuss the importance of being yourself.
“Why?” the spider asked. “What message do you think is so important that everyone should hear it?”
“The message that being different from what is considered the norm does not mean you will lead an unhappy life.”
At the end of the day, this book by Minerva Cerridwen manages quite beautifully to get to the heart of it. It just works on many levels, the pacing has the feel of old fairy tales mixing just enough of learning with adventure; it reminded me of reading Chronicles of Narnia with a flashlight as a kid, ageless. A pleasant fresh fast read, perfect to set your mind at ease with the smugness and hopefulness of it all… The epilogue seemed a bit slow, and I would have been pleased to read without reaching it, but it does not change my good opinion of this.
"And when your story reaches people like yourself, it will let them know that they are not alone. It will remind them, even in dark moments, that they deserve love and people who love them for who they are. When their friends and family hear the story, they will be reassured that their loved one will be fine, and that differences are nothing to be afraid of."
As always, I thank those involved in making this book available for me. Sharing the point of view from others is very important to the growth of understanding and the growth of humanity. This is a fairy tale, but it is ultimately a story about people. I hope others will enjoy this too.
This is a 3,5 review.
So, I didn’t know what I was getting into when I requested this on Netgalley, and it was a great surprise. The book follows Sir Violet as he searches for a missing person in his village and forms an unlikely friendship with the dragon Snap. Setting it apart, the book has plenty of characters (including Sir Violet) from different LGBTQ+ communities, as they discuss the importance of being yourself.
“Why?” the spider asked. “What message do you think is so important that everyone should hear it?”
“The message that being different from what is considered the norm does not mean you will lead an unhappy life.”
At the end of the day, this book by Minerva Cerridwen manages quite beautifully to get to the heart of it. It just works on many levels, the pacing has the feel of old fairy tales mixing just enough of learning with adventure; it reminded me of reading Chronicles of Narnia with a flashlight as a kid, ageless. A pleasant fresh fast read, perfect to set your mind at ease with the smugness and hopefulness of it all… The epilogue seemed a bit slow, and I would have been pleased to read without reaching it, but it does not change my good opinion of this.
"And when your story reaches people like yourself, it will let them know that they are not alone. It will remind them, even in dark moments, that they deserve love and people who love them for who they are. When their friends and family hear the story, they will be reassured that their loved one will be fine, and that differences are nothing to be afraid of."
As always, I thank those involved in making this book available for me. Sharing the point of view from others is very important to the growth of understanding and the growth of humanity. This is a fairy tale, but it is ultimately a story about people. I hope others will enjoy this too.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
medium-paced
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
I love reading fairytales and in particular have always enjoyed friendships between dragons and people. So the first half of this book provided that for me and I was loving this novella. However, I found the writing and the plot line in the second weren't as enjoyable. The themes of acceptance were great, but they were reinforced a little too overtly for my taste (although maybe that is necessary for some people).
All in all, this was a cute novella that I enjoyed.
I love reading fairytales and in particular have always enjoyed friendships between dragons and people. So the first half of this book provided that for me and I was loving this novella. However, I found the writing and the plot line in the second weren't as enjoyable. The themes of acceptance were great, but they were reinforced a little too overtly for my taste (although maybe that is necessary for some people).
All in all, this was a cute novella that I enjoyed.
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
just a very lovely little fairytaley story about the importance of telling stories and also I loved the relationship between the dragon and the knight
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This is such a cozy little read! I thoroughly enjoyed finding a book that centers transness and features an aroace protagonist! I sincerely hope that the author decides to write more cozy queer novellas or novels because I need like a dozen more books like this in my life!