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3.77 AVERAGE
3.77 AVERAGE
It was a pleasure to help Brianna edit and develop her re-release of Disenchanted. From a YA fantasy to a NA fantasy, I can't wait to see it re-published and out in the real world, I think you guys are going to like this one.
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adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-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
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Amazing.
It gave me Elder Scrolls, Skyrim, DnD, and Baldurs Gate 3 vibes. And that's something that I'm always here for.
Lilac, the princess struggling with her future roll as queen and Garin, the sarcastic vampire tormented by his darker side.
The world - and relationship building is done well. I enjoy a good slow burn.
I felt like this story is the setup for what will be a grander story involving the intricacies and politics of magical and non-magical creatures co-existing.
Lilac and Garin had a great push and pull. The flirting and banter had me silently squeeling.
The story ends on a happy for now note.
And I want more, so bad! I'm very curious to see where the next part of the story will take us!
Amazing.
It gave me Elder Scrolls, Skyrim, DnD, and Baldurs Gate 3 vibes. And that's something that I'm always here for.
Lilac, the princess struggling with her future roll as queen and Garin, the sarcastic vampire tormented by his darker side.
The world - and relationship building is done well. I enjoy a good slow burn.
I felt like this story is the setup for what will be a grander story involving the intricacies and politics of magical and non-magical creatures co-existing.
Lilac and Garin had a great push and pull. The flirting and banter had me silently squeeling.
The story ends on a happy for now note.
And I want more, so bad! I'm very curious to see where the next part of the story will take us!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Rape
Series: Disenchanted #1
Synopsis:
Nineteen-year-old Princess Lilac Trécesson has spent the better part of her young life ensconced in a tower. Now close to her twentieth year and a few days away from her coronation, she receives a note which makes her optimistic about getting rid of the darkness that resides within her. But for that, she has to undertake a dangerous journey through the Forest of Brocéliande - all alone.
While on that journey, she comes to really know about the world outside, and the creatures that inhabit it. Something which the humans never bothered to find out due to their ignorance and fear. Humans - including her own parents - the King and Queen of Brittany. Will she be able to get herself disenchanted and be there for her coronation on time?
Review:
Inspired from the Celtic heritage, this one had Darklings - vampires, shapeshifters, faeries, witches, korrigans - and a human girl who has the ability to communicate with them leading to her being feared and ostracized. The story starts with a prologue in the forests that lay beyond the palace where the head of the vampire coven meets with the Duchess. The latter has a task she needs doing and thus seeks out the former.
Ophelia, the witch of Lupine Grotto, may have just the cure that Lilac is looking for to get rid of her Darkling tongue. The year is 1532 and Lilac is tired of staying hidden and of the whispered words and insidious insinuations. Thus starts her journey through the forest to reach Paimpont village, where the witch resides. She confronts a number of creatures on the way and also meets Garin who works as a barkeep at the Fenfoss inn/tavern. And who seems to be the only human around?
Garin is an important part of her journey and I am going to leave it at that. This story is a fantasy where romance is a major part of it, but in what capacity Garin is there for Lilac is something I'm not going to reveal here. It is a nice surprise! Because when Garin's real identity is revealed, I'm anything but disenchanted. Oh, I know the context of the title is different but I couldn't help but fit it right here. I loved Garin from the first page that he made an appearance in and loved him more later. The majority of the story takes place within the span of a week.
One thing that bothered me, only a handful of times though, was that this story didn't sound like something I was reading based in the sixteenth century. Maybe some contemporary words peppered throughout the text didn't quite strike right. But overall, it was such a magical and adventurous read. Highly recommended! Especially when there's more to come. It had a plausible ending, with a deliciously dark epilogue. I'm waiting to see what was in the letter that Lilac received at the end ...
P.S. Do listen to Celtic music after reading this book. It's magical.
Thank you to The Parliament House Press for an e-ARC of the book.
Originally posted on:
Shaina's Musings
Synopsis:
Nineteen-year-old Princess Lilac Trécesson has spent the better part of her young life ensconced in a tower. Now close to her twentieth year and a few days away from her coronation, she receives a note which makes her optimistic about getting rid of the darkness that resides within her. But for that, she has to undertake a dangerous journey through the Forest of Brocéliande - all alone.
While on that journey, she comes to really know about the world outside, and the creatures that inhabit it. Something which the humans never bothered to find out due to their ignorance and fear. Humans - including her own parents - the King and Queen of Brittany. Will she be able to get herself disenchanted and be there for her coronation on time?
Review:
Inspired from the Celtic heritage, this one had Darklings - vampires, shapeshifters, faeries, witches, korrigans - and a human girl who has the ability to communicate with them leading to her being feared and ostracized. The story starts with a prologue in the forests that lay beyond the palace where the head of the vampire coven meets with the Duchess. The latter has a task she needs doing and thus seeks out the former.
You forget the things that humans are capable of, when fear is a strong factor.
Ophelia, the witch of Lupine Grotto, may have just the cure that Lilac is looking for to get rid of her Darkling tongue. The year is 1532 and Lilac is tired of staying hidden and of the whispered words and insidious insinuations. Thus starts her journey through the forest to reach Paimpont village, where the witch resides. She confronts a number of creatures on the way and also meets Garin who works as a barkeep at the Fenfoss inn/tavern. And who seems to be the only human around?
Garin is an important part of her journey and I am going to leave it at that. This story is a fantasy where romance is a major part of it, but in what capacity Garin is there for Lilac is something I'm not going to reveal here. It is a nice surprise! Because when Garin's real identity is revealed, I'm anything but disenchanted. Oh, I know the context of the title is different but I couldn't help but fit it right here. I loved Garin from the first page that he made an appearance in and loved him more later. The majority of the story takes place within the span of a week.
How did you destroy a monster without becoming one?
One thing that bothered me, only a handful of times though, was that this story didn't sound like something I was reading based in the sixteenth century. Maybe some contemporary words peppered throughout the text didn't quite strike right. But overall, it was such a magical and adventurous read. Highly recommended! Especially when there's more to come. It had a plausible ending, with a deliciously dark epilogue. I'm waiting to see what was in the letter that Lilac received at the end ...
P.S. Do listen to Celtic music after reading this book. It's magical.
Thank you to The Parliament House Press for an e-ARC of the book.
Originally posted on:
Shaina's Musings
I read the adult edition, and would actually recommend the YA version more as the steamy scenes overshadowed the plot at times. I enjoyed the vampires, banter, and French influences. There was also "touch her and you die" scenes. I'm not sure if the author has discontinued the YA edition, but check your library for a copy.
Disclaimer: I received this book from the author. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book: Disenchanted
Author: Brianna Sugalski
Book Series: Disenchanted Book 1
Rating: 3/5
Recommended For...: vampire lovers, fantasy lovers, ya readers, romance lovers
Publication Date: March 10, 2020
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 16+ (sexual content, romance, language, death, violence, gore)
Publisher: The Parliament House Press
Pages: 456
Synopsis: A Breton princess at the peak of the French Renaissance, Lilac lives prisoner in her parents' castle after a wicked secret is revealed on the eve of her tenth birthday soirée. Years later, her coronation ceremony looms, and between the riotous townsfolk and scheming nobleman bent on snatching the throne, Lilac prepares for the worst... Until a mysterious letter arrives from The Witch of Lupine Grotto, detailing a curious offer to cure her darkness forever.
Lilac begrudgingly trades her coronet for a cloak and ventures into the forest Brocéliande in pursuit of the impious enchantress at the edge of town. With only the protection of an inherited dagger—and unsolicited help of the sardonic stranger who inserts himself on her quest—she must traverse Brocèliande and return in time to claim her rightful position as sovereign monarch.
This is the story of a cursed princess,
A crestfallen killer,
The town that wants them to burn,
And the witch that can save them both.
Review: For the most part I liked the book. I thought the author excelled at world building and I love all the lore she put into the book. The book did well to keep me intrigued in the story as well and the pacing was very on point.
However, wow I didn’t realize that this was a vampire romance book and I was thrown for a loop when I did realize it. The cover does not give that vibe at all lol. The book also had some weird writing, with the characters using modern language and swears and the characters doing some really weird things. The book was also super predictable.
Verdict: It was good, just needs some work.
Book: Disenchanted
Author: Brianna Sugalski
Book Series: Disenchanted Book 1
Rating: 3/5
Recommended For...: vampire lovers, fantasy lovers, ya readers, romance lovers
Publication Date: March 10, 2020
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 16+ (sexual content, romance, language, death, violence, gore)
Publisher: The Parliament House Press
Pages: 456
Synopsis: A Breton princess at the peak of the French Renaissance, Lilac lives prisoner in her parents' castle after a wicked secret is revealed on the eve of her tenth birthday soirée. Years later, her coronation ceremony looms, and between the riotous townsfolk and scheming nobleman bent on snatching the throne, Lilac prepares for the worst... Until a mysterious letter arrives from The Witch of Lupine Grotto, detailing a curious offer to cure her darkness forever.
Lilac begrudgingly trades her coronet for a cloak and ventures into the forest Brocéliande in pursuit of the impious enchantress at the edge of town. With only the protection of an inherited dagger—and unsolicited help of the sardonic stranger who inserts himself on her quest—she must traverse Brocèliande and return in time to claim her rightful position as sovereign monarch.
This is the story of a cursed princess,
A crestfallen killer,
The town that wants them to burn,
And the witch that can save them both.
Review: For the most part I liked the book. I thought the author excelled at world building and I love all the lore she put into the book. The book did well to keep me intrigued in the story as well and the pacing was very on point.
However, wow I didn’t realize that this was a vampire romance book and I was thrown for a loop when I did realize it. The cover does not give that vibe at all lol. The book also had some weird writing, with the characters using modern language and swears and the characters doing some really weird things. The book was also super predictable.
Verdict: It was good, just needs some work.
I was mesmerized by this! From the start, I was sucked into the story, and the world around me disappeared. I was hooked, and wanted to keep reading what happened next. I cannot wait for the next book in this series!
I've been wanting to read this book ever since I saw my friend's review about it, so I was so excited to listen to the audiobook! The narrator does a great job of setting the atmosphere through out the story and she truly transport you into the book alongside Lilac~
In the beginning I did feel a little lost, since it felt like the story jumped right into the thick of it, but I grew to love Lilac's fast-paced nature and her unflinching ability to fight for her kingdom. She was such a fiesty heroine and I really enjoyed the enemies to lovers aspect of the story too!
Definitely looking forward to checking out book 2 soon! (I need more Lilac X Gavin moments
In the beginning I did feel a little lost, since it felt like the story jumped right into the thick of it, but I grew to love Lilac's fast-paced nature and her unflinching ability to fight for her kingdom. She was such a fiesty heroine and I really enjoyed the enemies to lovers aspect of the story too!
Definitely looking forward to checking out book 2 soon! (I need more Lilac X Gavin moments
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
a new genre and new edits were exactly what this book needed omg
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes