A review by cricci
The Awakening by Susanne Valenti, Caroline Peckham

dark emotional mysterious relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

Feels like a Harry Potter fanfic and Mary Sue, but still an enjoyable read, if that’s what you’re into. Has a rough start with the main characters (twins, as are the authors) are ripped out of the mortal world and thrust into Solaria where they are supposed to claim their inheritance and thrones as Queens.

Fairly predictable, but nonetheless enjoyable for the sheer relaxing nature of the novel. Even though the typographical errors (an entire paragraph was duplicated and > replaced apostrophes on a few instances — perhaps due to self-publishing?) and rushed plot detracted from the novel, I couldn’t stop reading, which is why I gave the book a second star.

Since there is some promise, hopefully the future books in the series show the authors taking more time with their craft rather than rushing to get the word count.
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