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4 Stars!
Synopsis: Tania is a “sick girl” but her dream is to be a musketeer. Tania is a de Batz, her fencing skills are impressive, and when an opportunity to be more presents itself she doesn’t hold back.
CW/TW: Ableism/sexism/patriarchy/bouts of dizziness (blackouts)/murder/death/blood/others may be present.
Rep: Chronically-Ill/Disabled MC (Specifically has POTS) | Lesbian Musketeer | Demi/Bi Musketeer | Ace character.
One For All by Lillie Lainoff is a intriguing retelling of the Musketeers, reimagined through a disabled and feminist lens!
One For All is the kind of book so many of us disabled/chronically-ill readers want and it was well worth the read! Our main character is a disabled woman with POTS and while it doesn’t stop her from being an amazing fencer who aspires to be a musketeer, we do get the realities of what it means to be disabled and live with a chronic-illness. I really appreciated the balance we get of Tania’s skills and the real effects of her illness.
The plot of the book is intriguing. Tania de Batz is the daughter of a former Musketeer a an who has helped train her in fencing and has stood by her and her ambitions. So when Tania encounters thieves in the night and her father meets an unfortunate fate – she is surprised that his last wish is for her to attend a finishing school for eligible girls to learn to be wives. However, Tania soon learns that this isn’t an ordinary finishing school, while it does teach girls to be well mannered, it is secretly aa school that trains musketeers.
I really enjoyed watching Tania join the finishing school and train in the art of fencing and seduction in order to become an undercover musketeer and uncover a dangerous plot. Tania then meets her target, Etienne – a kind and sweet boy who seems to care about her but more importantly, may know more about her father’s death. But, can Tania balance her mission with these new emotions?
I really enjoyed watching all of the musketeers take on their targets. Especially, Tania who is determine to find the truth about her father in spite of any feelings that may arise. The dynamic between Etienne and Tania is rather compelling and makes her mission more intiruing.
I really liked how the mystery of her father’s death slowly unravels as the course of the book goes on, as well as the other plot that the Musketeers are trying to uncover. I really loved the Musketeers, their acceptance of Tania, their dedication to each other, and their own strengths and skills.
I appreciated and enjoyed how the story developed and thought the twists fit well with the story and had an emotional impact on the reader. The conclusion of the book is incredibly emotional, and I loved how it depicted the Musketeers. I would actually adore having a sequel to this story that follows the Musketeers on a new mission – particularly if it included more of Henry’s character – which I think has a lot of potential!
While I loved the story and the characters, I particularly loved how the theme of disability is explored. Tania’s POTS is obviously seen negatively by people she knows, she is seen as a “sick girl” and nothing more. However, Tania is so much more. Her illness is a part of her and an important part that is ever-present. But, we also get her actual skills and personality shine through. It was easy to connect with Tania as a disabled reader, managing others expectations, the fear they will not accept you, and navigating when people think you are ‘better’ when the reality is chronic-illnesses and disability are always there. The themes were explored sensitively, realistically, and through a truthful lens that made me really feel seen and connect with the story. While I don’t have POTS I do have many other disabilities/conditions and this book really felt like a true representation of what it means to live with things like that.
I could go on and on about this book but because it is a read that slowly unravels, it is too easy to spoil! So for now I’ll leave my review here!
Overall, One For All, by Lillie Lainoff is a delightful and compelling read that explores the realities of disability but also gives us a tense and intriguing story of murder, mystery and political intrigue.
*I received a Netgalley eARC from Titan Books in exchange for an honest review! Thank you!*
https://kbbookreviews867789450.wordpress.com/2023/02/06/book-review-one-for-all-by-lillie-lainoff/
Synopsis: Tania is a “sick girl” but her dream is to be a musketeer. Tania is a de Batz, her fencing skills are impressive, and when an opportunity to be more presents itself she doesn’t hold back.
CW/TW: Ableism/sexism/patriarchy/bouts of dizziness (blackouts)/murder/death/blood/others may be present.
Rep: Chronically-Ill/Disabled MC (Specifically has POTS) | Lesbian Musketeer | Demi/Bi Musketeer | Ace character.
One For All by Lillie Lainoff is a intriguing retelling of the Musketeers, reimagined through a disabled and feminist lens!
One For All is the kind of book so many of us disabled/chronically-ill readers want and it was well worth the read! Our main character is a disabled woman with POTS and while it doesn’t stop her from being an amazing fencer who aspires to be a musketeer, we do get the realities of what it means to be disabled and live with a chronic-illness. I really appreciated the balance we get of Tania’s skills and the real effects of her illness.
The plot of the book is intriguing. Tania de Batz is the daughter of a former Musketeer a an who has helped train her in fencing and has stood by her and her ambitions. So when Tania encounters thieves in the night and her father meets an unfortunate fate – she is surprised that his last wish is for her to attend a finishing school for eligible girls to learn to be wives. However, Tania soon learns that this isn’t an ordinary finishing school, while it does teach girls to be well mannered, it is secretly aa school that trains musketeers.
I really enjoyed watching Tania join the finishing school and train in the art of fencing and seduction in order to become an undercover musketeer and uncover a dangerous plot. Tania then meets her target, Etienne – a kind and sweet boy who seems to care about her but more importantly, may know more about her father’s death. But, can Tania balance her mission with these new emotions?
I really enjoyed watching all of the musketeers take on their targets. Especially, Tania who is determine to find the truth about her father in spite of any feelings that may arise. The dynamic between Etienne and Tania is rather compelling and makes her mission more intiruing.
I really liked how the mystery of her father’s death slowly unravels as the course of the book goes on, as well as the other plot that the Musketeers are trying to uncover. I really loved the Musketeers, their acceptance of Tania, their dedication to each other, and their own strengths and skills.
I appreciated and enjoyed how the story developed and thought the twists fit well with the story and had an emotional impact on the reader. The conclusion of the book is incredibly emotional, and I loved how it depicted the Musketeers. I would actually adore having a sequel to this story that follows the Musketeers on a new mission – particularly if it included more of Henry’s character – which I think has a lot of potential!
While I loved the story and the characters, I particularly loved how the theme of disability is explored. Tania’s POTS is obviously seen negatively by people she knows, she is seen as a “sick girl” and nothing more. However, Tania is so much more. Her illness is a part of her and an important part that is ever-present. But, we also get her actual skills and personality shine through. It was easy to connect with Tania as a disabled reader, managing others expectations, the fear they will not accept you, and navigating when people think you are ‘better’ when the reality is chronic-illnesses and disability are always there. The themes were explored sensitively, realistically, and through a truthful lens that made me really feel seen and connect with the story. While I don’t have POTS I do have many other disabilities/conditions and this book really felt like a true representation of what it means to live with things like that.
I could go on and on about this book but because it is a read that slowly unravels, it is too easy to spoil! So for now I’ll leave my review here!
Overall, One For All, by Lillie Lainoff is a delightful and compelling read that explores the realities of disability but also gives us a tense and intriguing story of murder, mystery and political intrigue.
*I received a Netgalley eARC from Titan Books in exchange for an honest review! Thank you!*
https://kbbookreviews867789450.wordpress.com/2023/02/06/book-review-one-for-all-by-lillie-lainoff/
This was my first audiobook in a long time, so my lack of appreciation may be due to me not using it properly, rather than any issues with the book itself. I found it hard to follow, but like I said, that could be the medium rather than the message. I liked Mara Wilson's narration, but I didn't connect with the characters
Lovely, easy to read, great to see a disabled protagonist *and* it solved a medical mystery of mine (I knew I had POTS, just hadn't connected a major event in my life to it
3.5 rounded up to 4. I found the pacing to be slow on this one and wished it was a little shorter. But I absolutely loved the representation of a main character with POTS. As someone with POTS, I found the consistent references to dizziness and other symptoms really accurate. My initial thought was someone without POTS would probably find that tiresome, but I guess that’s my internalized ableism. And the goal is not to see my experience as a bother to other people.
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
very young adult histfic and as a consequence of that, very predictable. however this was fun to read, i just wish the characters had been fleshed out more instead of remaining kind of one dimensional
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-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
A wonderful diverse read about POTS set in a historical setting! I loved the female power as the girls struggle to find themselves in a time of high tension and stakes. Not absolutely historically accurate, but I'm a history buff so I noticed things but I think overall it makes it appropriate and approachable for young adults.
Fantastic debut and can't wait to see what else she comes out with!!
Fantastic debut and can't wait to see what else she comes out with!!
this is by far the easiest five stars i've ever given. i think my bookly was chalk full of quotes. i have never wanted to get my hands on a physical copy as much as this one.
the chronic illness rep was (chefs kiss). i felt like someone just laid a heating pad on my aching bones; warm & comfortable to the core. the eloquent world building was perfect. 'grave mercy' vibes? yes plz.
idk what else to say. literally i love 'one for all' w/ all my heart. HOW IS IT THAT ANYTIME YOU LOVE SOMETHING YOU'RE LIKE 'five stars, amazing, chefs kiss' & NOTHING ELSE. where are my words?? i have none.
also aria & portia have my heart, i will never get over these queer girls. i'm going to come back & drop a bunch of my favorite quotes. brb
[ 06/02/22 ]: i'm not back with my fav quotes yet bc i forgot BUT i bought this book for my crush. goodbye
the chronic illness rep was (chefs kiss). i felt like someone just laid a heating pad on my aching bones; warm & comfortable to the core. the eloquent world building was perfect. 'grave mercy' vibes? yes plz.
idk what else to say. literally i love 'one for all' w/ all my heart. HOW IS IT THAT ANYTIME YOU LOVE SOMETHING YOU'RE LIKE 'five stars, amazing, chefs kiss' & NOTHING ELSE. where are my words?? i have none.
also aria & portia have my heart, i will never get over these queer girls. i'm going to come back & drop a bunch of my favorite quotes. brb
[ 06/02/22 ]: i'm not back with my fav quotes yet bc i forgot BUT i bought this book for my crush. goodbye
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A feminist genderbent retelling of the Three Musketeers where the chronically ill protagonist seeks the truth behind her father's murder.
The author is a fencing competitor and suffers from the same chronic health problem as Tania, which brings great authenticity and veracity to our protagonist's experiences, thoughts and emotions. Important issues such as disability and women's rights are discussed here, featuring highly in the story. One of the elements I enjoyed most was reading the message that her disability was not the problem, but society and the way she was perceived and treated. She was powerful just the way she was. We were not given a story where she was cured of her disability and saved the day, but rather showed that even with her disability she was a hero.
One for All is a beautiful and gripping story. Tania is a very strong character and I love her. The relationships she formed throughout the story were beautiful to me as she was able to grow as a person because of them. The feeling of sisterhood is very strong; seeing the girls united was incredible.
One of the things I like most about this book is that it recognizes more than one type of strength. Willpower, the drive to fight for what's right, and passion are great strength boosters.
Sometimes I have a hard time getting into historical fiction, but this book did not disappoint me at all. The writing in this book is beautiful and completely immerses you in the story.
I can't believe I don't have a copy of this novel in my hands, and I'm heartbroken that I don't have the money to buy it. If any of my acquaintances read this, it would make a great birthday present :)
I loved the concept of an adaptation of The Three Musketeers, and the characters being so well developed is one of the coolest aspects of the book.
Rep: white Russian-French cishet female MC with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), sapphic cis female side characters, aroace cis female side character.
CWs: Ableism, chronic illness, death of parent, death, murder. Moderate: Sexual assault (of side character), blood, gore, violence, emotional abuse, medical trauma.
A feminist genderbent retelling of the Three Musketeers where the chronically ill protagonist seeks the truth behind her father's murder.
The author is a fencing competitor and suffers from the same chronic health problem as Tania, which brings great authenticity and veracity to our protagonist's experiences, thoughts and emotions. Important issues such as disability and women's rights are discussed here, featuring highly in the story. One of the elements I enjoyed most was reading the message that her disability was not the problem, but society and the way she was perceived and treated. She was powerful just the way she was. We were not given a story where she was cured of her disability and saved the day, but rather showed that even with her disability she was a hero.
One for All is a beautiful and gripping story. Tania is a very strong character and I love her. The relationships she formed throughout the story were beautiful to me as she was able to grow as a person because of them. The feeling of sisterhood is very strong; seeing the girls united was incredible.
One of the things I like most about this book is that it recognizes more than one type of strength. Willpower, the drive to fight for what's right, and passion are great strength boosters.
Sometimes I have a hard time getting into historical fiction, but this book did not disappoint me at all. The writing in this book is beautiful and completely immerses you in the story.
I can't believe I don't have a copy of this novel in my hands, and I'm heartbroken that I don't have the money to buy it. If any of my acquaintances read this, it would make a great birthday present :)
I loved the concept of an adaptation of The Three Musketeers, and the characters being so well developed is one of the coolest aspects of the book.
Rep: white Russian-French cishet female MC with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), sapphic cis female side characters, aroace cis female side character.
CWs: Ableism, chronic illness, death of parent, death, murder. Moderate: Sexual assault (of side character), blood, gore, violence, emotional abuse, medical trauma.