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A review by annagwritesandreads
An Enchantment of Ravens by Margaret Rogerson
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
General Description: Isobel is a master at her craft of creating portraits. The Fae folk cannot create any type of craft, only consume it. The Autumn Prince (Rook) graces Isobel's studio one day and they develop a relationship while she's creating his portrait. However, when his portrait is unveiled to his court, this causes an uproar among his people. Rook must take Isobel back to his court for prosecution. However, there seems to be trouble in the Fae world that becomes clear as they travel. Can Rook and Isobel fix what is wrong in the Fae world?
The goods:
- I think this idea of Craft was extremely unique. I have not read a ton of Fae books, but the humans having something unique that the Fae literally cannot do was extremely interesting
- I felt the relationship between Rook and Isobel was appropriate for the genre.
- I love the goat twins.
- I did feel very resolved at the end of the book, which I feel is extremely important in a standalone.
The loss of a star:
- I think the pacing was a bit off. for example, I could have done with a little less detail in the beginning and a bit more detail at the end to make the reading experience smooth.
Overall, if you're looking for a fantasy standalone, I'd recommend this one. I feel like not everyone can read fantasy standalone, so hopefully that alone helps.
The goods:
- I think this idea of Craft was extremely unique. I have not read a ton of Fae books, but the humans having something unique that the Fae literally cannot do was extremely interesting
- I felt the relationship between Rook and Isobel was appropriate for the genre.
- I love the goat twins.
- I did feel very resolved at the end of the book, which I feel is extremely important in a standalone.
The loss of a star:
- I think the pacing was a bit off. for example, I could have done with a little less detail in the beginning and a bit more detail at the end to make the reading experience smooth.
Overall, if you're looking for a fantasy standalone, I'd recommend this one. I feel like not everyone can read fantasy standalone, so hopefully that alone helps.