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bibliophilebookstackswithdi's review
4.0
I would recommend this book for anyone who is highly interested in magic of any kind. The story line was interesting and fast-paced from the beginning. The characters seemed a little secretive themselves and a lot is left to be discovered as the series progresses I’m sure.
brii_brii's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
vicariousbookstagram's review
5.0
This is my first read by this author. I think I got a copy via her newsletter. I really enjoyed the world building. This was a short story but it packed a lot of information and adventure. It weaved pretty seamlessly and didn’t feel choppy. Maybe slightly rushed but not lacking in detail. It left me wanting to know more. It was a nice appetizer of a book. The themes are not something I prefer and it’s a bit darker than I usually read- that’s a me problem. I don’t really like witches and demons and things like that. For not being my “taste” I actually really enjoyed it. It was a new twist on old tales. There was a hint of romance. This would appeal to fans of Sarah J Maas, The Witcher, Red Queen, and other fantasy and world building stories.
zondo22's review
5.0
Interesting characters and a unique world make this a great read. Highly recommended I can’t wait to read more.
g8girl's review
5.0
Song of Shadows by Sylvia Mercedes
*****5*****
I loved this book. The story, the world-building (wow the world-building) and the characters. Ms. Mercedes has launched a truly fabulous first book and I want more. August and the release of Daughter of Shades cannot come soon enough.
I think the most enjoyable part of this book for me was the world-building. The magic and setting are truly unique. This is a quick read but doesn't fall short in context by comparison to it's smaller word count. Highly recommended!! Sign up for the author's newsletter and you can get a free copy to sample her writing before the release of her next book.
*****5*****
I loved this book. The story, the world-building (wow the world-building) and the characters. Ms. Mercedes has launched a truly fabulous first book and I want more. August and the release of Daughter of Shades cannot come soon enough.
I think the most enjoyable part of this book for me was the world-building. The magic and setting are truly unique. This is a quick read but doesn't fall short in context by comparison to it's smaller word count. Highly recommended!! Sign up for the author's newsletter and you can get a free copy to sample her writing before the release of her next book.
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