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midnightmomreader's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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? Yes
4.5
nobosmomma's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
mysticjarjar's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
kaeliwolf's review against another edition
4.0
I love the idea behind this novel, it is something that a lot of people should have some experience in. This was well written and definitely something I will recommend to my reader friends!
babs_reviews's review against another edition
4.0
EMELINE LARK ... that's her dream, to see her name - on a marquee, in a different city, over and over. She longs to be on the stage, to sing her songs and escape into her music. Sometimes what we wish for and what we get can look SO similar and be so different.
Things in Edgewood have always been unique, believing in creatures from the Woods and the King that rules them. Offering up tithes to the king every season, the village is used to a missing person or two. Shaking the cloak of fantasy Emeline left this all behind when she chose to chase her dreams, only, when she takes the stages and sings, the forest always finds her.
Living out a twisted view of her dream, singing someones else's songs but still singing, with a label contract just within reach, Emeline gets a phone call about her elderly grandfather, he is missing.
Emeline finds herself thrown into the thick of what she had convinced herself was a fairy tale. To save her Pa she is willing to do whatever it takes, even if that means making deals with a mad King.
This was a romantic, fantasy YA that was so sweet until the end. Likeable characters, a plot driven by love -in many forms, and an ending that -nearly- soothed all wounds.
Thank you so much to Wednesday Books and Kristen Ciccarelli for the gifted review copy.
Things in Edgewood have always been unique, believing in creatures from the Woods and the King that rules them. Offering up tithes to the king every season, the village is used to a missing person or two. Shaking the cloak of fantasy Emeline left this all behind when she chose to chase her dreams, only, when she takes the stages and sings, the forest always finds her.
Living out a twisted view of her dream, singing someones else's songs but still singing, with a label contract just within reach, Emeline gets a phone call about her elderly grandfather, he is missing.
Emeline finds herself thrown into the thick of what she had convinced herself was a fairy tale. To save her Pa she is willing to do whatever it takes, even if that means making deals with a mad King.
This was a romantic, fantasy YA that was so sweet until the end. Likeable characters, a plot driven by love -in many forms, and an ending that -nearly- soothed all wounds.
Thank you so much to Wednesday Books and Kristen Ciccarelli for the gifted review copy.
booktalkwithrae's review
adventurous
mysterious
sad
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
3.0
This is one of my favourite authors and for reason. However, this one was not for me. The characters and world building was interesting. The writing was lush and beautiful as always. But I felt like some of the magic system and some parts of the world building Were a little confusing for me and a hard grass. Which infected my enjoyment of the book overall because I could not understand certain motivations of characters.
This is an urban fantasy story with paranormal creatures. Humans have to provide tithes to the creatures in the forest in order to be left alone. When the main characters grandfather is taken, she is determined to get him back. With the help of an old friend, new friend and dark boy who seems familiar, they work together to release her grandfather.
The romance in this book was good, but it was not as exciting as I hoped it would be. The reveal at the end seemed quite obvious and by that point in the story, I was uninterested. I like how the plot ended and it was a well-rounded story but some parts felt inconsistent.
It’s really hard to put my finger on what exactly I didn’t love about the book because there were so many things that were interesting and well written. But as a whole, it just feels like it’s going to be a forgettable story for me.
I think there are many people who would love this story. there is magic, fantasy, mythical creatures, family, romance, and adventure. It’s also an urban fantasy story that is not a series, which is rare. No commitment needed!
This is an urban fantasy story with paranormal creatures. Humans have to provide tithes to the creatures in the forest in order to be left alone. When the main characters grandfather is taken, she is determined to get him back. With the help of an old friend, new friend and dark boy who seems familiar, they work together to release her grandfather.
The romance in this book was good, but it was not as exciting as I hoped it would be. The reveal at the end seemed quite obvious and by that point in the story, I was uninterested. I like how the plot ended and it was a well-rounded story but some parts felt inconsistent.
It’s really hard to put my finger on what exactly I didn’t love about the book because there were so many things that were interesting and well written. But as a whole, it just feels like it’s going to be a forgettable story for me.
I think there are many people who would love this story. there is magic, fantasy, mythical creatures, family, romance, and adventure. It’s also an urban fantasy story that is not a series, which is rare. No commitment needed!
kristindawn89's review
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
karleighreads's review against another edition
5.0
Masterpiece. I knew it would be a five star read before I was 60% though. It is the perfect blend of romance and fantasy, with amazing world building. unique and enchanting characters, and many unpredictable twists.
I want more, I want to read it again for the first time, I want to be apart of this world. It has been a long time since I’ve felt this way about a book.
If you are looking for that one book that is going to immerse you into an enchanted wood, curses, and fantastical creatures I can't recommend Edgewood enough. Plus the cover is absolutely stunning.
I want more, I want to read it again for the first time, I want to be apart of this world. It has been a long time since I’ve felt this way about a book.
If you are looking for that one book that is going to immerse you into an enchanted wood, curses, and fantastical creatures I can't recommend Edgewood enough. Plus the cover is absolutely stunning.
itputsthebookupontheshelf's review against another edition
5.0
I knew this was going to be a special and unique story and I'm so glad it lived up to my expectations. I loved all the magical and musical details that were a big part of the story. But it was so much more than that.
The characters were beautifully written and I enjoyed getting to know them all on a deeper level. There was so much to each of them that blended so well into the story.
The whole story-line was a great adventure sprinkled with magic, love, loss, never giving up, trusting what you feel in your soul, and remembering who you are. It was honestly just so beautiful and I wish I had more.
*Thank you so much to Wednesday books, Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for my gifted copies in exchange for an honest review.
The characters were beautifully written and I enjoyed getting to know them all on a deeper level. There was so much to each of them that blended so well into the story.
The whole story-line was a great adventure sprinkled with magic, love, loss, never giving up, trusting what you feel in your soul, and remembering who you are. It was honestly just so beautiful and I wish I had more.
*Thank you so much to Wednesday books, Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for my gifted copies in exchange for an honest review.