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amateuradventurer's review
3.0
2.5 stars rounded up.
This book held a lot of promise. The concept of people going through Trials to earn their powers was really cool, it just didn’t work here.
The world we are introduced to is broken up in the UnTrialed(powerless) and the Trialed(powerful). With all the fear surrounding the Trial I expected it to be, well, challenging. It’s over very quickly and very painlessly. I’m not sure why more Untrialed, considering how terrible their lives are, aren’t lining up to try it.
I would say it’s a fast paced, okay read. I wasn’t really concerned or connected with any of the characters, or events but it’s the authors first book I believe and there is potential here. Especially sense she’s writing more books for this series. Unfortunately I’m not sure I’ll continue it myself.
This book held a lot of promise. The concept of people going through Trials to earn their powers was really cool, it just didn’t work here.
The world we are introduced to is broken up in the UnTrialed(powerless) and the Trialed(powerful). With all the fear surrounding the Trial I expected it to be, well, challenging. It’s over very quickly and very painlessly. I’m not sure why more Untrialed, considering how terrible their lives are, aren’t lining up to try it.
I would say it’s a fast paced, okay read. I wasn’t really concerned or connected with any of the characters, or events but it’s the authors first book I believe and there is potential here. Especially sense she’s writing more books for this series. Unfortunately I’m not sure I’ll continue it myself.
rynjean's review
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
annikamaule's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
keepingupwithriri's review
4.0
This is me literally writing my review by midnight.
When l saw this book on instagram l knew I absolutely had to read it
When I finished, I started searching for book 2
War Hour has a very lovely cover to begin with.
Basically, you have to trial for your power so it’s something earned. The book covers manipulation, court politics, betrayal, touch her and I’ll unalive you vibes
The MMC has potential to break the internet if he plays his cards right. Everybody loves the morally grey characters
It’s a great read and I’m eagerly anticipating the next!
When l saw this book on instagram l knew I absolutely had to read it
When I finished, I started searching for book 2
War Hour has a very lovely cover to begin with.
Basically, you have to trial for your power so it’s something earned. The book covers manipulation, court politics, betrayal, touch her and I’ll unalive you vibes
The MMC has potential to break the internet if he plays his cards right. Everybody loves the morally grey characters
It’s a great read and I’m eagerly anticipating the next!
raxhelmaloney's review
2.0
Full disclosure, I was selected to receive an ARC.
I thought the concept of this book was very interesting and was what initially compelled me to give it a read through. And while I enjoyed the plot and liked the characters, I can’t help but feel there were pieces missing.
I feel like this could’ve benefited from further development, more time with these characters in scenes that explore their characters and the world around them, not solely for the advancement of plot. Also I needed more descriptors! I have zero thoughts in my head for how anything looked, felt, smelled, sounded, etc., I want to be encapsulated by the “vibe” of the book.
Overall though, this was an enjoyable enough read as I haven’t engaged much with YA fantasy as of late, but it left more to be desired. Congratulations on your debut Lauren, excited to see what is to come in your future.
I thought the concept of this book was very interesting and was what initially compelled me to give it a read through. And while I enjoyed the plot and liked the characters, I can’t help but feel there were pieces missing.
I feel like this could’ve benefited from further development, more time with these characters in scenes that explore their characters and the world around them, not solely for the advancement of plot. Also I needed more descriptors! I have zero thoughts in my head for how anything looked, felt, smelled, sounded, etc., I want to be encapsulated by the “vibe” of the book.
Overall though, this was an enjoyable enough read as I haven’t engaged much with YA fantasy as of late, but it left more to be desired. Congratulations on your debut Lauren, excited to see what is to come in your future.
mckitty13's review
4.0
I was selected as an ARC reader, and I initially applied because of the different magic systems. After so many fantasy romantasy books, you tend to get a little burnt out on the usual structures.
The plot didn't disappoint. I had to stop reading because I just knew I would finish and want there to be more! It did seem like everything moved pretty fast, missing opportunities as far as building a history and connection with the characters, although I was fully invested near the 70% mark.
That being said, overall, I would absolutely recommend it. I'm really looking forward to the rest of the series!
The plot didn't disappoint. I had to stop reading because I just knew I would finish and want there to be more! It did seem like everything moved pretty fast, missing opportunities as far as building a history and connection with the characters, although I was fully invested near the 70% mark.
That being said, overall, I would absolutely recommend it. I'm really looking forward to the rest of the series!
risingstar888's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75