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lexiek20's review
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
lulupupu's review
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
jenna_bookworm_5822's review
5.0
Oh, another fantasy favorite! The detail, the world building, the MC’s and the fact it's inspired by the Hunchback of Norte Dame ❤️❤️❤️
charlmax's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
atrailofpages's review
5.0
This is such a beautiful book! This was another highly anticipated read for me being released this year and it did not disappoint!
This story follows a girl who believes she’s a monster and who has to go through this journey and growth to learn that she really is not.
I have to say that if anyone is going to tease or bully Enebish, they’re gonna have to go through me
This story follows a girl who believes she’s a monster and who has to go through this journey and growth to learn that she really is not.
I have to say that if anyone is going to tease or bully Enebish, they’re gonna have to go through me
pantsreads's review
4.0
3.5/5
A little predictable but otherwise enjoyable new fantasy with great worldbuilding and compelling characters.
Check out my full review at Forever Young Adult.
A little predictable but otherwise enjoyable new fantasy with great worldbuilding and compelling characters.
Check out my full review at Forever Young Adult.
maty_library's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
bsmorris's review
3.0
The first line of this novel grabbed me and wouldn't let go. I really enjoyed the world-building: the setting seemed reminiscent of Central Asia, including a character named after Genghis Khan, horseback warriors, and eagle hunters. However, the abilities wielded by the various characters made the setting unique. Enebish's struggles to understand the world around her and to find her identity are relatable and while the storyline hit a number of expected touchstones, there were still surprises. The imagery was enchanting, and I'd love to read the sequel to learn more about this fantasy land.
romantasylife's review
4.0
I love retellings. I love being able to compare this new story to an older one. When I heard there was a Hunchback Of Notre Dame retelling, I was on it as fast as I could. Hunchback Of Notre Dame is my all-time favorite Disney movie!
Night Spinner follows our main character, Enebish. She has night spinning powers. Which means she can basically wield the night as a weapon and she can hide herself and others in darkness. She is placed in isolation at Ikh Zuree for something she did a little over two years ago. Her powers are contained.
Until she and Serik are tasked with bringing Enebish’s birds to a festival that the king is attending. At the festival, things go completely wrong and Enebish is placed on a zurig to hang for two hours. She gets saved by Temujin, who escapes capture as he is a deserter who is plotting against the king.
Once Enebish is back at her santuary, Ikh Zuree, she’s visited by her sister Ghoa. Ghoa wants Enebish to find Temujin and turn him in to regain her trust back with the king. Enebish goes on this journey to find Temujin, but she learns that she may not be on the right side of this war.
This book was beautifully done. It’s loosely based off The Hunchback Of Notre Dame. The aspects that were used were obvious. The sanctuary, the disability and the festival. There are other similarities that I will not share in order to avoid spoilers.
Night Spinner is filled with plot twists and a ton of betrayal. I couldn’t decide who to trust throughout this book! I cannot wait to see what awaits Enebish in the second book.
Night Spinner follows our main character, Enebish. She has night spinning powers. Which means she can basically wield the night as a weapon and she can hide herself and others in darkness. She is placed in isolation at Ikh Zuree for something she did a little over two years ago. Her powers are contained.
Until she and Serik are tasked with bringing Enebish’s birds to a festival that the king is attending. At the festival, things go completely wrong and Enebish is placed on a zurig to hang for two hours. She gets saved by Temujin, who escapes capture as he is a deserter who is plotting against the king.
Once Enebish is back at her santuary, Ikh Zuree, she’s visited by her sister Ghoa. Ghoa wants Enebish to find Temujin and turn him in to regain her trust back with the king. Enebish goes on this journey to find Temujin, but she learns that she may not be on the right side of this war.
This book was beautifully done. It’s loosely based off The Hunchback Of Notre Dame. The aspects that were used were obvious. The sanctuary, the disability and the festival. There are other similarities that I will not share in order to avoid spoilers.
Night Spinner is filled with plot twists and a ton of betrayal. I couldn’t decide who to trust throughout this book! I cannot wait to see what awaits Enebish in the second book.
rsales2's review
4.0
I’ll be honest, I went into this book with low expectations, but it was great! I really enjoyed the characters, and the twists and turns. I’m still not really sure why it’s been advertised as a Hunchback of Norte Dame retelling, but I actually liked that it really wasn’t a retelling. I can’t wait for the next book!