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A review by jenna_andthebooks
What Became of Magic by Paige Crutcher
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I love a good magical story. This one was full of whimsy. Aline was a lovely character. I really like the beginning of the book and learning about her back story. The scene in the bathroom where she enters the mirror was so cool. Dragon is a wonderful character.
As I dove further into the book, it just wasn't for me. I tried to read a few months ago but put it down thinking it was maybe just where I was but upon picking it up again, I realized that the writing style seems to change as we enter the second part of the book. I found the pacing difficult and the change of the style in writing disjointing. The connection between the FMC and MMC lacked depth for me as well. Even in this section though, the detail and created world is beautiful. While this story wasn't for me, I think that it is beautifully described and whimsical.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.
As I dove further into the book, it just wasn't for me. I tried to read a few months ago but put it down thinking it was maybe just where I was but upon picking it up again, I realized that the writing style seems to change as we enter the second part of the book. I found the pacing difficult and the change of the style in writing disjointing. The connection between the FMC and MMC lacked depth for me as well. Even in this section though, the detail and created world is beautiful. While this story wasn't for me, I think that it is beautifully described and whimsical.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.