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There's a reason this book has been getting pretty glowing reviews from almost everybody. Hallowed is simply a really great read. It's a book that has a lot of layers to it.
First, the story is likable. This sounds ridiculous, but what I really mean that the way everything is executed and written is superb. Hallowed doesn't try to be what it's not. It's not overly dramatic, it doesn't pretend to be some high action type thing. It feels like a genuine read so when stuff happens to the main character, it's hard not to shed a tear. It's incredibly impressive how Cynthia Hand can make a love triangle feel natural in the story. See, Clara isn't perfect. Sometimes she'll do things, make mistakes that'll make you cringe. However, Clara's actions make sense and are believable so it's hard to hold it against her. The writing conveys emotion and tells the story very well. It's very refined. It feels polished and the pace is enjoyable. I was completely into the story and figuring out Clara's vision.
The mythology was so cool. There were so many twists and new ideas and I Hand's world is very real. A lot more is being discovered but Clara still doesn't know everything. I could relate with Clara's indecision and confusion as she pondered her purpose. I feel like all teens relate to that really strongly. It's a topic that has come out at school again and again and I think it was very well portrayed in Hallowed.
Another reason I enjoyed Hallowed is because it feels like a smart book with some kind of overall message. There are themes to it and although it is entertaining, it's also something meaningful. It deals with topics like honesty, family, relationships, and figuring out your place in the world. It's a book that's worth a read not just for entertainment value.
Overall, I am impressed. I don't know why it has taken me so long to get to this book. It's great and I'm dying to know what happens next. Totally rec'd.
First, the story is likable. This sounds ridiculous, but what I really mean that the way everything is executed and written is superb. Hallowed doesn't try to be what it's not. It's not overly dramatic, it doesn't pretend to be some high action type thing. It feels like a genuine read so when stuff happens to the main character, it's hard not to shed a tear. It's incredibly impressive how Cynthia Hand can make a love triangle feel natural in the story. See, Clara isn't perfect. Sometimes she'll do things, make mistakes that'll make you cringe. However, Clara's actions make sense and are believable so it's hard to hold it against her. The writing conveys emotion and tells the story very well. It's very refined. It feels polished and the pace is enjoyable. I was completely into the story and figuring out Clara's vision.
The mythology was so cool. There were so many twists and new ideas and I Hand's world is very real. A lot more is being discovered but Clara still doesn't know everything. I could relate with Clara's indecision and confusion as she pondered her purpose. I feel like all teens relate to that really strongly. It's a topic that has come out at school again and again and I think it was very well portrayed in Hallowed.
Another reason I enjoyed Hallowed is because it feels like a smart book with some kind of overall message. There are themes to it and although it is entertaining, it's also something meaningful. It deals with topics like honesty, family, relationships, and figuring out your place in the world. It's a book that's worth a read not just for entertainment value.
Overall, I am impressed. I don't know why it has taken me so long to get to this book. It's great and I'm dying to know what happens next. Totally rec'd.