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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
adventurous
medium-paced
This was cute overall! I really enjoyed the unique twist on fantasy this was(involves snakes obviously). This is pretty fast paced and insta lovey because it is a standalone, but it was cute overall!
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
medium-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:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent
Moderate: Confinement
Minor: Sexual content, Torture
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Was bored most of the time. My time is precious
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
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:
Complicated
adventurous
mysterious
medium-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:
No
Firstly, the cover art for this book is absolutely stunning! It has to be one of the prettiest book covers I've ever seen.
I really liked the mix of history and folktale in this book. I learnt a lot about royalty in China and the inner-workings of the political system, whilst also learning about folktales, and religion. All of it was weaved together really well to create an immersive and vivid story.
The characters were all really well-written and I loved seeing the different dynamics between them. Zhen was definitely my favourite character; I loved how he was kind above all else and sought to help others throughout the book.
Overall, a really interesting and unique read!
I really liked the mix of history and folktale in this book. I learnt a lot about royalty in China and the inner-workings of the political system, whilst also learning about folktales, and religion. All of it was weaved together really well to create an immersive and vivid story.
The characters were all really well-written and I loved seeing the different dynamics between them. Zhen was definitely my favourite character; I loved how he was kind above all else and sought to help others throughout the book.
Overall, a really interesting and unique read!
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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
Seventeen year old Prince Xian travels to to the city of Changle to find the White Snake.
While checking on his horse in a stable, he meets Zhen.
A beautiful romance set in ancient China
While checking on his horse in a stable, he meets Zhen.
A beautiful romance set in ancient China
Thanks to the author and the publisher for the ARC!
I remember eagerly awaiting the release of Fake Dates and Mooncakes last year, and now here I am, reading ARC of Sher Lee's new book, The Legend of the White Snake. In this retelling of a traditional Chinese folktale, a snake spirit transforms into a boy and must hide his true identity after falling for a headstrong prince.
First, can we talk about the cover art? It's absolutely stunning! ️ The snake, the colors, the tiny details, and of course, the characters!! @kuri_huang nailed it! Sher Lee has created a story that is as enchanting as it is heartfelt. The details are perfect, from the translations to the cultural tidbits, making sure readers don't miss a thing. The chemistry between Zhen and Xian is so well done. Their relationship is beautifully written with a mix of tension, tenderness, and undeniable attraction. I loved how their interactions were both sweet and intense, making their bond feel real and deep. And oh, the plot twist! I definitely didn't see it coming. Just when I thought I had the story figured out, it threw in a twist that left me in disbelief.
My only complaint is that the book was short. I wanted more of Zhen and Xian, more of their journey, and more of the characters. This story is so good that I could easily have spent more time in it.
Releasing on 17th October, this book is a must-read for fans of folklore retellings and ya fantasy.
I remember eagerly awaiting the release of Fake Dates and Mooncakes last year, and now here I am, reading ARC of Sher Lee's new book, The Legend of the White Snake. In this retelling of a traditional Chinese folktale, a snake spirit transforms into a boy and must hide his true identity after falling for a headstrong prince.
First, can we talk about the cover art? It's absolutely stunning! ️ The snake, the colors, the tiny details, and of course, the characters!! @kuri_huang nailed it! Sher Lee has created a story that is as enchanting as it is heartfelt. The details are perfect, from the translations to the cultural tidbits, making sure readers don't miss a thing. The chemistry between Zhen and Xian is so well done. Their relationship is beautifully written with a mix of tension, tenderness, and undeniable attraction. I loved how their interactions were both sweet and intense, making their bond feel real and deep. And oh, the plot twist! I definitely didn't see it coming. Just when I thought I had the story figured out, it threw in a twist that left me in disbelief.
My only complaint is that the book was short. I wanted more of Zhen and Xian, more of their journey, and more of the characters. This story is so good that I could easily have spent more time in it.
Releasing on 17th October, this book is a must-read for fans of folklore retellings and ya fantasy.