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4.02 AVERAGE
4.02 AVERAGE
Fantasy that I actually like! The idea of "graces" is very interesting, especially since those who are graced are set apart, but not necessarily in a good way. There's a lot that this book does right.
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
The most wholesome fantasy book I've read this year. Love a strong female protagonist who softens when faced with love
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Graceling is one of those stories that feels really simplistic but very addicting. The plot is straightforward, no really big surprises or anything, but that’s okay. Because the world is rich. Rich with dangers and the characters places within them feel real, how they interact with the world feels authentic. I think that’s what makes the story so addicting. You just want to see them interact more. The plot in itself was very fast, almost to the point where I stopped reading just to process everything that happened within the last three chapters. It certainly could be a standalone, but I think it fits well as a precursor to a very involved story about this world and its Gracelings. I’m a little eager to find out more about Gracelings and what other kinds there are. Some feel so mundane, but are used in unique ways. Some get stronger the more you practice and adopt new uses. Very exciting. Will continue to see what’s next in the Realm of Gracelings.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I remember this being a top book for me in middle school so I went back for a quick reread. I remember why I loved it - the main characters are fun and the world building is easy to understand. However, the writing felt a little flat this time around, as did the end.