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A review by m00plays
Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton
3.0
My actual rating is 3.5 stars.
I thought this book had a brilliant premise and is something totally different from the usual. The setting was well written and the unique magic system was really interesting! I loved the story but I have a few minor problems that brought the rating of this book down.
I found some of the language didn't suit the geographical location. Although this isn't set in our World, I envisioned a Middle Eastern area and the word 'folks' doesn't suit that area, it's an American word I think!
Also, I didn't feel a major connection to our main characters and I don't know why.
My last gripe is that the major action and plot takes place in the last 100 pages and it's a whirlwind. I feel like it needed to slow down so I could digest what was happening. A bit more detail was needed I think in that last battle with Naguib.
Overall, I'd recommend this read most definitely despite my few problems with it!
I thought this book had a brilliant premise and is something totally different from the usual. The setting was well written and the unique magic system was really interesting! I loved the story but I have a few minor problems that brought the rating of this book down.
I found some of the language didn't suit the geographical location. Although this isn't set in our World, I envisioned a Middle Eastern area and the word 'folks' doesn't suit that area, it's an American word I think!
Also, I didn't feel a major connection to our main characters and I don't know why.
My last gripe is that the major action and plot takes place in the last 100 pages and it's a whirlwind. I feel like it needed to slow down so I could digest what was happening. A bit more detail was needed I think in that last battle with Naguib.
Overall, I'd recommend this read most definitely despite my few problems with it!