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A review by alythra
The Shadow Reader by Sandy Williams
5.0
Holy shit! This book just blew my mind!
The plot was excellent with it being very well thought out. It's unique in that it's not your typical fae-type novel where there's the different courts ruled by the summer/winter queens/kings. It has hints of high fantasy world building while still keeping to the urban fantasy genre.
McKenzie, our heroine, is also pretty darn unique amongst today's urban fantasy novels. She's different from most other female leads, in that she certainly is not your typical tough-as-nails fighter (despite the misleading front cover). However, she is very valuable asset to the fae and is strong in her own way. But what I really loved about her is her vulnerability, her emotions, and her very raw feelings.
But what really made this book a keeper for me? The romance of course! This book took me on an emotional roller-coaster with it's crazy love-triangle. Both fae guys are drool-worthy and are almost total opposites. Kyol instantly captured my heart with his calm demeanor, strength, and exceptional loyalty. Aren slowly grew on me with his charm. I was okay at first with McKenzie choosing one or the either because I did not truly know the scope of how much they cared for her. But when I found out how much Kyol regrets his actions, how much he loves her, and how far he would go to protect her, I simply died a little inside. For now, I'll be rooting for Kyol all the way!
The plot was excellent with it being very well thought out. It's unique in that it's not your typical fae-type novel where there's the different courts ruled by the summer/winter queens/kings. It has hints of high fantasy world building while still keeping to the urban fantasy genre.
McKenzie, our heroine, is also pretty darn unique amongst today's urban fantasy novels. She's different from most other female leads, in that she certainly is not your typical tough-as-nails fighter (despite the misleading front cover). However, she is very valuable asset to the fae and is strong in her own way. But what I really loved about her is her vulnerability, her emotions, and her very raw feelings.
But what really made this book a keeper for me? The romance of course! This book took me on an emotional roller-coaster with it's crazy love-triangle. Both fae guys are drool-worthy and are almost total opposites. Kyol instantly captured my heart with his calm demeanor, strength, and exceptional loyalty. Aren slowly grew on me with his charm. I was okay at first with McKenzie choosing one or the either because I did not truly know the scope of how much they cared for her. But when I found out how much Kyol regrets his actions, how much he loves her, and how far he would go to protect her, I simply died a little inside. For now, I'll be rooting for Kyol all the way!