A review by svblvna
The Binding by Bridget Collins

adventurous emotional mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

this book was beautifully written, the concept and the whole idea of binding are amazing, the characters are fun and loveable, the plot is intriguing but God, the first part dragged on for so long. 

the first part is the only thing i didn't like. although some lines stuck with me and it helped understand the world, it felt so info-dumpy while also having nothing happening and no story actually being told? i liked getting into Emmett's character and getting glimpses of binding but that was about it.

the rest of this book, though! the rest of this book!! the writing is enchanting, the story gripping and the characters know just how to tug at your heartstrings. it's a very atmospheric adventure: you get drawn into this world as much as Emmett gets lost in the memories bound into the pages. frustration and misunderstandings are all over our main characters' relationship but it makes every twist and turn more exciting.

if you couldn't tell, i loved it!
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