taybooks93 's review for:

Isle of Ember by Alycia E. Anderson
5.0
adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful sad tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

If I could give this book 6 stars, I would. It absolutely shook me to my core. I cried, ugly cried, like 3 or 4 times while reading this book. 

This is Book 2 of The Enchanted Isle series, so beware I am going to be putting some minor spoilers.😅

The new installment of the series, picks up right where we left off, but on a new island; bringing fresh challenges, fire breathing settings, and unforgettable new characters. The new additions to the cast are so well written that when the emotional moments hit, they hit hard. I especially loved the new love story interactions and how the magic felt even more developed, blending perfectly with the atmosphere of the island. 

Nova, Kalon, and Demetri were my all time favorite newbies! I really want to see a Lewis and Nova love story develop. And ohhhh my Owen. Hands down Owen has my heart. 

There were so many lines I highlighted because it’s clear this book is as meaningful to the author as it is to the reader. The banter was perfection. The slow burn is torturously good. The challenges they face were handled like a crew should, together. Vivienne’s character development has improved so much.

I honestly felt broken after finishing it, like I need to either lie down or drown my emotions in a gallon of ice cream. I can’t decide 🤣🥹

I’m beyond grateful to the author for this early copy. Thank you so so much.

Book 3 can’t come fast enough. Vivienne, my girl, go get them!! 

Isle of Ember will go down as one of the best reads I have read of this year. ❤️