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A review by carissa15
Dreams of the Golden Age by Carrie Vaughn
2.0
I did not really enjoy this book. To start, it was a difficult novel to really get into. The book is sci-fi/fantasy which is a little different from what I normally read but I decided to give it a shot because a friend suggested it. However, the first half was extremely slow and at some points downright boring. I typically read a lot but during most of the book I could not will myself to sit still and just read it.
Now don't get me wrong, some parts were interesting, but the majority was slow. The last 50 pages were very action packed and enjoyable to read but almost the rest of it was rough. When I read a book, I really enjoy when there is a mystery to solve or even just something that the main character does not know. However, this book did not contain a mystery of any kind and the plot was just layed out for you. Also, I really enjoy when there is a romantic interest for the main character. Now, while there was a romantic interest it was a very small part of the book and it was not fully embraced. I would have enjoyed this book more if there was a bit more substance or if it contained more of my must have substances but if you like sci-fi/fantasy a lot you would probably enjoy it.
To add on, this book was written from two different points of view. I do enjoy this technique and it was a positive part of this book. I think the two different view were very helpful and it added a unique spin on the book. Overall, I would give this book a 2.5 out of 5 rating because it was just not up my alley. The book wasn't for me and I honestly would not read it again.
Now don't get me wrong, some parts were interesting, but the majority was slow. The last 50 pages were very action packed and enjoyable to read but almost the rest of it was rough. When I read a book, I really enjoy when there is a mystery to solve or even just something that the main character does not know. However, this book did not contain a mystery of any kind and the plot was just layed out for you. Also, I really enjoy when there is a romantic interest for the main character. Now, while there was a romantic interest it was a very small part of the book and it was not fully embraced. I would have enjoyed this book more if there was a bit more substance or if it contained more of my must have substances but if you like sci-fi/fantasy a lot you would probably enjoy it.
To add on, this book was written from two different points of view. I do enjoy this technique and it was a positive part of this book. I think the two different view were very helpful and it added a unique spin on the book. Overall, I would give this book a 2.5 out of 5 rating because it was just not up my alley. The book wasn't for me and I honestly would not read it again.