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The Memory Thief by Lauren Mansy
4.0
First let me start by saying, Wow. Really and truly. I went into reading this mostly blind and I was blown away by the world building, character arcs and magic system.
Lauren Mansy does an incredible job bringing together a little forbidden romance, a lot of rebellion and a broken but finding herself female lead you can't help but root for the whole way home.
In a place where memories are the greatest form of currency Etta must find a way to make a better future by confronting her past. Racked with guilt from decisions made years ago, Julietta (Etta), must find help to save her mother in the last place she thought she would ever be back. This story follows her as she finds her way through fighting the villain, forgiving her mistakes, falling in love, finding her family and so much more.
The romance is very minimal and seems to happen more quickly than you would expect from someone who has trust issues the way Etta does. However, Reid seems to get passed her defenses rather quickly and becomes someone she depends on immediately. The twist in their friendship was not something I saw coming and rather enjoyed that little reveal. I wish it worked out differently, but am overall pleased with the series of events.
Between plot twists and character development I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who has interest in quick, easy reads with unique takes on magic.
Thank you Netgalley for an earc in exchange for an honest review.
Lauren Mansy does an incredible job bringing together a little forbidden romance, a lot of rebellion and a broken but finding herself female lead you can't help but root for the whole way home.
In a place where memories are the greatest form of currency Etta must find a way to make a better future by confronting her past. Racked with guilt from decisions made years ago, Julietta (Etta), must find help to save her mother in the last place she thought she would ever be back. This story follows her as she finds her way through fighting the villain, forgiving her mistakes, falling in love, finding her family and so much more.
The romance is very minimal and seems to happen more quickly than you would expect from someone who has trust issues the way Etta does. However, Reid seems to get passed her defenses rather quickly and becomes someone she depends on immediately. The twist in their friendship was not something I saw coming and rather enjoyed that little reveal. I wish it worked out differently, but am overall pleased with the series of events.
Between plot twists and character development I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who has interest in quick, easy reads with unique takes on magic.
Thank you Netgalley for an earc in exchange for an honest review.