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3.35 AVERAGE
3.35 AVERAGE
Im not a big fan. It was loving the idea of a girl who changes and falls in love... I didnt even finish this book! Boring, flat, etc...
At times the plot dragged and seemed kind of aimless, but the plot twists, while not entirely shocking, were well-crafted and good enough to keep the story going and interesting. The major twist was unexpected, I thought at least.
I wish there'd been more romance, but that's just because I loooove romance.
In addition, I didn't entirely understand why she chose Rokan over her brother. I think it had to do with her not being bound to a king anymore and making the decision that was right for her, humanly. If you can better explain this, please do.
I wish there'd been more romance, but that's just because I loooove romance.
In addition, I didn't entirely understand why she chose Rokan over her brother. I think it had to do with her not being bound to a king anymore and making the decision that was right for her, humanly. If you can better explain this, please do.
Graded By: Jenny
Cover Story: Good God, NO!
BFF Charm: Meh?
Swoonworthy Scale: 4
Talky Talk: Straight Up Castle Drama
Bonus Factors: Lore, The Shifter
Relationship Status: Seat Mates
Read the full book report here.
Cover Story: Good God, NO!
BFF Charm: Meh?
Swoonworthy Scale: 4
Talky Talk: Straight Up Castle Drama
Bonus Factors: Lore, The Shifter
Relationship Status: Seat Mates
Read the full book report here.
no change in rating from when i was fourteen years old, which is very funny. a good lil stand-alone fantasy with some nice prose and a fascinating concept, although it bogs itself down with political intrigue when the focus is best left on the vague fantastical elements. the book is at its peak when it sticks to the casual everyday of being a magical forest being whose powers are a bit of a shoulder shrug.
that's a 3.5/5 from me, chief.
that's a 3.5/5 from me, chief.
Review: http://theyabooknook.blogspot.com/2011/06/mistwood-by-leah-cypess.html
Interesting premise. Reasonable execution, even if it felt a bit disjointed at times. I will be checking out Cypess' newer series though [b:Death Sworn|13549218|Death Sworn (Death Sworn, #1)|Leah Cypess|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1372091946s/13549218.jpg|19115106], because I'm interested to see her growth as a writer.
Very enjoyable high-fantasy, with a complicated but intriguing plot that kept me turning pages to find out what was really going on. I found the main character quite likable in spite of her superhuman/inhuman traits. I hope to read more from this author!
MISTWOOD by Leah Cypess is a wonderfully intriguing story of a girl, Isabel, who has been claimed by a prince- soon to be King, claiming she’s a powerful Shifter who’s now bound to protect him. Problem is Isabel can’t remember anything much less her duty or powers.
As MISTWOOD unfold we learn a lot about Isabel and her inner turmoil, and we learn to love her tough character, but although the story is appealing and interesting the story did feel a bit flat. And I’ll tell you why: world-building. It is a key ingredient in any story and with fantasy that heavily relies on this ingredient many wonderful stories just fall a bit short. I wanted to know more about the Mistwoods, and the kingdom, and even the supporting cast but sadly I was left wanting more.
That is not to say at all that I didn’t enjoy the story. On the contrary I devoured it bit by bit! Cypess has created a wonderfully complex character and the mystery behind Isabel’s memory loss made for a fully captivating tale! It was truly unique and engaging and for that I highly recommend it!
I loved Isabel. And despite her lost and tough character, she had great passion and love! Although the supporting characters were sparse each one of them surprised me. But best of all, Cypess surprised me with a truly wonderful ending that made me sigh with relief! It was truly perfect!
Fans of Meghan Whalen Turner and Kristin Cashore will love this book!
As MISTWOOD unfold we learn a lot about Isabel and her inner turmoil, and we learn to love her tough character, but although the story is appealing and interesting the story did feel a bit flat. And I’ll tell you why: world-building. It is a key ingredient in any story and with fantasy that heavily relies on this ingredient many wonderful stories just fall a bit short. I wanted to know more about the Mistwoods, and the kingdom, and even the supporting cast but sadly I was left wanting more.
That is not to say at all that I didn’t enjoy the story. On the contrary I devoured it bit by bit! Cypess has created a wonderfully complex character and the mystery behind Isabel’s memory loss made for a fully captivating tale! It was truly unique and engaging and for that I highly recommend it!
I loved Isabel. And despite her lost and tough character, she had great passion and love! Although the supporting characters were sparse each one of them surprised me. But best of all, Cypess surprised me with a truly wonderful ending that made me sigh with relief! It was truly perfect!
Fans of Meghan Whalen Turner and Kristin Cashore will love this book!