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3.01 AVERAGE
3.01 AVERAGE
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
I was so upset that there wasn't more! I felt that the story had a very quick ending and would have rather the story been drawn out into a duology or trilogy series to expand on the preparation for the battle than rushing in. It also would have given more time for bonds to be strengthened giving more emotion to the "sacrifices" made during the final battle. Still, I liked the world and its fast-paced storyline.
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book was extremely disappointing. It started out great and then went in fast forward mode loosing all momentum. I feel like it was rushed, that parts were very choppy and there was no real climax. I’m also not a big fan of explaining how things were won to the person who completed the task. There was no real description just you did this. I would rather picture it through the eyes of the narrator.
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**Thank you to Netgalley and Blink for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review**
In Craewick, memories are currency. They are exceptionally important. Gifted individuals can take memories from individuals as they'd pleases.There are 4 kingdoms, one of which is ruled by Madam. This is where the book takes place. Etta wants to leave the culture, but when Madame threatens to put her mom up for auction, Etta rejoins the shadow group she left after the accident years earlier. She must steal a map of the Maze in a rival kingdom.
Doesn't that premise sound great? The cover and the summary drew me righting. Unfortunately it just didn't work for me. I'm not sure if it was a case of me or the story just wasn't great. I think I expected more, but the book just didn't grab me and I was left wanting more the whole way. The writing itself was good, and I'd be interesting in reading more of Mansey's work as she matures as a writer. I think the first 50 pages were great, but after that I was left kind of bored. I found it a little forgettable now that I'm done too.
2/5 stars
I think it's worth checking out, I just personally didn't feel it. I think this will be a novel that some people absolutely love and other don't like. This sometimes causes a novel to be more successful though! If you like YA fantasy (especially on the younger side of it) I'd recommend this to. I can certainly see how other people would like it.
**Thank you to Netgalley and Blink for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review**
In Craewick, memories are currency. They are exceptionally important. Gifted individuals can take memories from individuals as they'd pleases.There are 4 kingdoms, one of which is ruled by Madam. This is where the book takes place. Etta wants to leave the culture, but when Madame threatens to put her mom up for auction, Etta rejoins the shadow group she left after the accident years earlier. She must steal a map of the Maze in a rival kingdom.
Doesn't that premise sound great? The cover and the summary drew me righting. Unfortunately it just didn't work for me. I'm not sure if it was a case of me or the story just wasn't great. I think I expected more, but the book just didn't grab me and I was left wanting more the whole way. The writing itself was good, and I'd be interesting in reading more of Mansey's work as she matures as a writer. I think the first 50 pages were great, but after that I was left kind of bored. I found it a little forgettable now that I'm done too.
2/5 stars
I think it's worth checking out, I just personally didn't feel it. I think this will be a novel that some people absolutely love and other don't like. This sometimes causes a novel to be more successful though! If you like YA fantasy (especially on the younger side of it) I'd recommend this to. I can certainly see how other people would like it.
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down! The characters were memorable and the story was really interesting. I want more!
Really cool premise and the exploration of memory and identity was great. That said, I never got fully invested in the characters, and the dialogue felt unrealistic (verbal and internal). The twists were pretty good, but I don't think the stakes were taken full advantage of. It's a fast YA read.