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duvyna's review against another edition
3.0
This was a decent YA fantasy, nothing groundbreaking but entertaining. I think it was a tad wordy but well written overall. There is not all that much romance in this book but for the little bit there is involves a love triangle. In this book, I found the triangle annoying even though I did like all the characters involved, I just didn't feel like we needed to go there.
We do not end on a cliffhanger! I'm still unsure if I'm going to read the next books, I'm not excited enough to buy it for $10 so if I do continue I'd probably need to get a library copy. I do think many teens will like this book if they are into fantasy, adults also if you are not expecting this to be more than what it is, a nice fantasy with the usual tropes we've seen before.
We do not end on a cliffhanger! I'm still unsure if I'm going to read the next books, I'm not excited enough to buy it for $10 so if I do continue I'd probably need to get a library copy. I do think many teens will like this book if they are into fantasy, adults also if you are not expecting this to be more than what it is, a nice fantasy with the usual tropes we've seen before.
saramhiatt2's review against another edition
3.0
3 ⭐️ - Had high hopes for this - not a favorite.
Very much YA literature. Felt juvenile. Which makes sense, because I believe the author wrote the story when she was 12?
Politics, secrets and betrayal. A little bit of war. And a minuscule hint of romance. That’s the gist of the storyline.
Honestly…I think I’m just too old for this book.
Very much YA literature. Felt juvenile. Which makes sense, because I believe the author wrote the story when she was 12?
Politics, secrets and betrayal. A little bit of war. And a minuscule hint of romance. That’s the gist of the storyline.
Honestly…I think I’m just too old for this book.
shannonkirk's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 // Unique writing that kept me on edge the whole book! I can't wait to read the next one! However, it was somewhat predictable...
meganlovesbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
4.5
phoenix_down's review against another edition
5.0
When I first started reading the book, I didn’t think I’d be that into it. I’m glad I gave the second chapter a chance, because I really enjoyed reading it. I love how independent Meira is and how she tries not to let her emotions hinder her actions.
*Spoiler*
I actually caught on that Meira was actually the ruler of winter and not Mather when Meira was first informed that she had to attend a ball when she got to Cordell. Though, I think I should have caught on sooner. The author made it pretty obvious
*Spoiler*
I actually caught on that Meira was actually the ruler of winter and not Mather when Meira was first informed that she had to attend a ball when she got to Cordell. Though, I think I should have caught on sooner. The author made it pretty obvious
jol69's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 stars. Such great promise! Which didn't end up delivering. I loved aspects of this book but the author seemed to lose focus sometimes. I'll try book two of the series in the hope the series improves.
sabreena29's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating: 2.5
Review to come, but just like to say this book was way too cliche to be enjoyable.
Review to come, but just like to say this book was way too cliche to be enjoyable.
paigehaley's review against another edition
5.0
This book is well written and touches on some of my favorite ideas such as hope, identity, sacrifice, and self-discovery that kept me reading until the end.
The main character wasn't annoying at all and I loved that she was fierce, but also questioning of herself at the same time.
Oh and the two sexy princes weren't so bad either.
The main character wasn't annoying at all and I loved that she was fierce, but also questioning of herself at the same time.
Oh and the two sexy princes weren't so bad either.
breezy610's review against another edition
4.0
this was pretty good. I really like whole. seasons being people. I can't wait to read more
nana_darling's review against another edition
4.0
I gave it 3.5 because I felt like this book was missing something but I was pretty satisfied with everything else. The main character (Meira) was likable and I liked her guts and the way she moves in a battle, the writing style didn't really intrigue me but what kept me going was the storyline.
Overall I think this book is worth reading and I liked it! :)
Overall I think this book is worth reading and I liked it! :)