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A review by elisa_menz
The Bridge by Joe Luegers
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
For those of you who still doubt reading an indie author, The Bridge is the story that will change your mind.
I love reading YA fiction, but I can't help to find annoying details on it. Teenagers acting like extremely wise, knowledgeable people, or being overly dramatic to a point you just want to skip the angst and move forward. But this book spoke to my grumpy old lady's heart. The two protagonists, Maeryn and Kaija, are two young women completely aware of their limitations and strengths. Their journey of self-discovery is detailed and thoughtful. The way in which they face the dangerous situations thrown at them is rational, smart, and endearing. You can't help but root for these two-quite complex girls.
And boy, do they get in trouble!
At one point I had to stop reading because it seemed there was no way out of the intricate net of conflict intertwining their families. Their worlds! My days of slow-reading are over.
The way Joe Luegers concludes this first book of the trilogy is both rewarding and exciting. It's been a while since I've looked forward to reading the next book, without biting my nails in anticipation. Thank you for that, you are most kind.
I could go on and on about the marvelous secondary characters, the witty humor, the amazing connection between "magic" and technology, but I won't spoil the story. Go read it! It's amazing!
I love reading YA fiction, but I can't help to find annoying details on it. Teenagers acting like extremely wise, knowledgeable people, or being overly dramatic to a point you just want to skip the angst and move forward. But this book spoke to my grumpy old lady's heart. The two protagonists, Maeryn and Kaija, are two young women completely aware of their limitations and strengths. Their journey of self-discovery is detailed and thoughtful. The way in which they face the dangerous situations thrown at them is rational, smart, and endearing. You can't help but root for these two-quite complex girls.
And boy, do they get in trouble!
At one point I had to stop reading because it seemed there was no way out of the intricate net of conflict intertwining their families. Their worlds! My days of slow-reading are over.
The way Joe Luegers concludes this first book of the trilogy is both rewarding and exciting. It's been a while since I've looked forward to reading the next book, without biting my nails in anticipation. Thank you for that, you are most kind.
I could go on and on about the marvelous secondary characters, the witty humor, the amazing connection between "magic" and technology, but I won't spoil the story. Go read it! It's amazing!