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A review by carlysgrowingtbr
A Circle of Stars by Craig Montgomery
5.0
A Circle Of Stars, by Craig Montgomery, brings astrology and fantasy together in a mind blowing and relatable way.
I knew when I was in tears 3 pages in that this book was going to be an emotional rollercoaster. I was right. Unfairly revealed by a classmate as being gay, Casper isn't sure how life can get any worse. Until he's stolen away from everything he's ever known and told his sole responsibility is to be a beacon of hope for an entire kingdom. A kingdom he's never heard of or have any inkling off how things work. It's ok though because he meets Helix. Together they make revelations and discoveries about the community Casper is supposed to lead and helix has spent a lifetime learning to govern. Can they fix the wrongs without destroying everything? I can't wait to find out.
If you're not a fan of astrology don't fret. This is nothing like the astrology you're familiar with. Other than when you were born deciding your zodiac, there's no moon phases or anything to keep track of. I found the magic system tied to the astrological signs very interesting, of not a little complicated at times. I still don't feel like I have a complete grasp on exactly how it works but I understand enough to enjoy it.
The story itself was engaging throughout. It opens on a slower build till around 45% then it really takes off. But I personally don't mind a slow build up with world building and character development. Which this book definitely has.
Overall totally solid debut book. The writing worked for me and didn't feel clunky or overwritten. I didn't find myself repeatedly pulled out of the story or bored at any time. I can't wait for book 2!
I knew when I was in tears 3 pages in that this book was going to be an emotional rollercoaster. I was right. Unfairly revealed by a classmate as being gay, Casper isn't sure how life can get any worse. Until he's stolen away from everything he's ever known and told his sole responsibility is to be a beacon of hope for an entire kingdom. A kingdom he's never heard of or have any inkling off how things work. It's ok though because he meets Helix. Together they make revelations and discoveries about the community Casper is supposed to lead and helix has spent a lifetime learning to govern. Can they fix the wrongs without destroying everything? I can't wait to find out.
If you're not a fan of astrology don't fret. This is nothing like the astrology you're familiar with. Other than when you were born deciding your zodiac, there's no moon phases or anything to keep track of. I found the magic system tied to the astrological signs very interesting, of not a little complicated at times. I still don't feel like I have a complete grasp on exactly how it works but I understand enough to enjoy it.
The story itself was engaging throughout. It opens on a slower build till around 45% then it really takes off. But I personally don't mind a slow build up with world building and character development. Which this book definitely has.
Overall totally solid debut book. The writing worked for me and didn't feel clunky or overwritten. I didn't find myself repeatedly pulled out of the story or bored at any time. I can't wait for book 2!