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melindavan's review
5.0
After reading the first one I was anxious to see what happens next. Holly Lisle did not disappoint! The more I read, the more complex the story gets and the richer the world she’s created. I am absolutely fascinated by her vision of the afterlife, and by the world upon world structure. The idea that this is where the mythology for the Gods came from is so cool. Underlying it is the thought that anyone can be a god. And that the word god does not imply good. There are dark ones, and light ones. Because after all, people come in those flavors too. And gods are people. Ties up neatly, doesn’t it?
First line: “Molly McColl tightened the laces on the heavy silk bodice and shrugged into the brocade overgown. Alive, she thought. I’m alive. I’m alive! I was dead, and now I’m alive, and I’m back in Copper House. She tried on a smile, but it didn’t seem to fit.” Now there’s a hook! Even if you haven’t read the first one, aren’t you filled with curiosity as to why she is alive when she thought she was dead? Love the description of her smile. I didn’t put the book down after this opening.
I’m really enjoying this series, and I’m grateful to find out that the teacher I’ve been learning from can actually walk the walk. Lead on, Holly, lead on! 1 star each for complex, interesting main characters; fantastic world building; interesting take on magic; an antagonist who is complex with an agenda of his own (more than just to get the protagonist); solid plot with layer upon layer of sub-plot. If you like fantasy, mixed with our modern world, check out this series.
First line: “Molly McColl tightened the laces on the heavy silk bodice and shrugged into the brocade overgown. Alive, she thought. I’m alive. I’m alive! I was dead, and now I’m alive, and I’m back in Copper House. She tried on a smile, but it didn’t seem to fit.” Now there’s a hook! Even if you haven’t read the first one, aren’t you filled with curiosity as to why she is alive when she thought she was dead? Love the description of her smile. I didn’t put the book down after this opening.
I’m really enjoying this series, and I’m grateful to find out that the teacher I’ve been learning from can actually walk the walk. Lead on, Holly, lead on! 1 star each for complex, interesting main characters; fantastic world building; interesting take on magic; an antagonist who is complex with an agenda of his own (more than just to get the protagonist); solid plot with layer upon layer of sub-plot. If you like fantasy, mixed with our modern world, check out this series.
el_entrenador_loco's review
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
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