A review by khaleesimod93
The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty by Anne Rice

dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated

3.0

I'm so very confused with this book. The writing itself is perfection! I adore the way Anne Rice describes things and makes the imagination come alive. I knew going into this book exactly what is was about. But I didn't really enjoy it. Not because of the content, but it was all very confusing. I wasn't sure what was going on. There wasn't anything that made it clear of why Beauty had to go. Or what was the reasoning behind all the slaves. Why is the queen requiring tributes? Why do other kingdoms just give her what she wants? Why did Beauty try to run? The whole thing felt very confusing. I did like the writing itself, but I feel there are major holes missing out of the story. I adore Beauty and her character. She does what she is asked but still keeps her rebellion and treasonous thoughts. I actually feel bad for her in some instances. 
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