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A review by mochavonbee
The Boy Who Drew the Future by Rhian Ivory
3.0
This is a story of real-world magic, where somebody with a magical gift has to manage the gift in the real non-magical world. This is a premise I always find appealing and I enjoyed this story. There are two strands woven together, past and present which is also something that interests me.
Often though, the problem with two strands is that one works much better than the other. I felt this was the case here. The past strand was very strong and made, I thought, a more compelling story. Both strands were well-resolved and the conclusion to the story was satisfying.
Even though there were interesting elements and good characters in the present strand, it felt a little forced and the main character's backstory was hinted at for ages and I think everyone would have it figured out before it is finally revealed. I felt this let the book down a bit, which is why I've given it 3 stars.
Overall, I enjoyed the story and think this is an interesting author, whose work I'd look out for in the future.
Often though, the problem with two strands is that one works much better than the other. I felt this was the case here. The past strand was very strong and made, I thought, a more compelling story. Both strands were well-resolved and the conclusion to the story was satisfying.
Even though there were interesting elements and good characters in the present strand, it felt a little forced and the main character's backstory was hinted at for ages and I think everyone would have it figured out before it is finally revealed. I felt this let the book down a bit, which is why I've given it 3 stars.
Overall, I enjoyed the story and think this is an interesting author, whose work I'd look out for in the future.