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katelyn8356's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
maahira_n's review against another edition
4.0
Can we go back to when fantasy books were actually about adventure and magic not just romance?
This book was so refreshing to read. The characters were fantastic, I love the heroine she's badass, feminist but not at all pick me. The love interest is sweet and brave (so much better than the over done alpha male). The plot twists were a bit predictable and the pacing was funny.
Also I need need need a map
This book was so refreshing to read. The characters were fantastic, I love the heroine she's badass, feminist but not at all pick me. The love interest is sweet and brave (so much better than the over done alpha male). The plot twists were a bit predictable and the pacing was funny.
Also I need need need a map
lyoungthebookfae's review against another edition
5.0
First, thank you to the publisher and the Netgalley for the e-ARC review copy!
And now...
WOW. WOOOOOWWWW! As in ‘holy wow, how am I to survive after that?!’ THIS. WAS. SO. GOOD. I truly enjoyed every moment of it! All the the glimpses and hints, as well as being in Jenna’s head! I don’t know how I’m going to be able to wait for more!!!! I adored the world building, and all the bits about magic... And Jenna was AMAZING. I loved this warrior princess! Ugh, it’s just so good! Highly recommend!
And now...
WOW. WOOOOOWWWW! As in ‘holy wow, how am I to survive after that?!’ THIS. WAS. SO. GOOD. I truly enjoyed every moment of it! All the the glimpses and hints, as well as being in Jenna’s head! I don’t know how I’m going to be able to wait for more!!!! I adored the world building, and all the bits about magic... And Jenna was AMAZING. I loved this warrior princess! Ugh, it’s just so good! Highly recommend!
lyoungthebookfae's review against another edition
5.0
First, thank you to the publisher and the Netgalley for the e-ARC review copy!
And now...
WOW. WOOOOOWWWW! As in ‘holy wow, how am I to survive after that?!’ THIS. WAS. SO. GOOD. I truly enjoyed every moment of it! All the the glimpses and hints, as well as being in Jenna’s head! I don’t know how I’m going to be able to wait for more!!!! I adored the world building, and all the bits about magic... And Jenna was AMAZING. I loved this warrior princess! Ugh, it’s just so good! Highly recommend!
And now...
WOW. WOOOOOWWWW! As in ‘holy wow, how am I to survive after that?!’ THIS. WAS. SO. GOOD. I truly enjoyed every moment of it! All the the glimpses and hints, as well as being in Jenna’s head! I don’t know how I’m going to be able to wait for more!!!! I adored the world building, and all the bits about magic... And Jenna was AMAZING. I loved this warrior princess! Ugh, it’s just so good! Highly recommend!
lostinagoodbook's review against another edition
4.0
I mean look at that cover!!
Now I don’t usually choose YA books, mostly because I find them to be a little formulaic at times. However, when I saw the cover of this book … it just called to me. I had to have it, and I was not disappointed.
This one was hard to put down. The story was paced well and very interesting. A big plus is the main character herself, she was absolutely winning. As a young girl forced to play the game of thrones with absolutely zero training, not only does she do a darn good job of it but she also retains her sweet nature and courageous spirit. She could be a little bit of a Mary Sue in that she is surprisingly good at battling and intrigue once she gets into it but I get the feeling there is a genetic reason why she is predisposed to the life she finds herself in that will be explained more fully in future books so it’s not hard to stomach.
The romance she finds herself in is adorable. It’s not treacly but still sweet and completely understandable … he is a real cutie! The secondary characters in the book are also easy to love, especially the two sisters she meets in Turia. Oh! There is also a family that helps her when she is injured that I find myself inordinately fond of. I don’t think I’ll ever see them in the book again but I just loved them and keep hoping they will show up again. This demonstrates to me the strength of the authors ability to make you feel for and identify with the characters, even background characters.
All in all, I really liked this book and I’m looking forward to more from this author. If I’m not mistaken this is her debut book and it deserves any and all hype it receives. I hope it is very successful!
Song for this book: Hold Me by The Sweeplings
Disclaimer: I received this book free from Netgalley
Now I don’t usually choose YA books, mostly because I find them to be a little formulaic at times. However, when I saw the cover of this book … it just called to me. I had to have it, and I was not disappointed.
This one was hard to put down. The story was paced well and very interesting. A big plus is the main character herself, she was absolutely winning. As a young girl forced to play the game of thrones with absolutely zero training, not only does she do a darn good job of it but she also retains her sweet nature and courageous spirit. She could be a little bit of a Mary Sue in that she is surprisingly good at battling and intrigue once she gets into it but I get the feeling there is a genetic reason why she is predisposed to the life she finds herself in that will be explained more fully in future books so it’s not hard to stomach.
The romance she finds herself in is adorable. It’s not treacly but still sweet and completely understandable … he is a real cutie! The secondary characters in the book are also easy to love, especially the two sisters she meets in Turia. Oh! There is also a family that helps her when she is injured that I find myself inordinately fond of. I don’t think I’ll ever see them in the book again but I just loved them and keep hoping they will show up again. This demonstrates to me the strength of the authors ability to make you feel for and identify with the characters, even background characters.
All in all, I really liked this book and I’m looking forward to more from this author. If I’m not mistaken this is her debut book and it deserves any and all hype it receives. I hope it is very successful!
Song for this book: Hold Me by The Sweeplings
Disclaimer: I received this book free from Netgalley
alittlegreyfish's review against another edition
4.0
I received this complimentary ARC from netgalley and delacourt press in exchange for an honest opinion.
I really enjoyed this book and read it in two sittings (albeit far apart because so busy with work.) The story follows a young princess who learns that she is betrothed and leaving the next day to meet him. In addition, her brother is leaving for the north as there is concern for war. This a wonderful story full of magic and intrigue that was delightful and fun to read. I really enjoyed reading about the characters and found the romance really charming. I found it just a lot of fun overall.
I really enjoyed this book and read it in two sittings (albeit far apart because so busy with work.) The story follows a young princess who learns that she is betrothed and leaving the next day to meet him. In addition, her brother is leaving for the north as there is concern for war. This a wonderful story full of magic and intrigue that was delightful and fun to read. I really enjoyed reading about the characters and found the romance really charming. I found it just a lot of fun overall.
livilu's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
i need enzo and jenna as mi parents… or lovers, im still unsure of what do i prefer
vizira's review against another edition
3.0
A really solid debut. The romance was compelling, without overshadowing the plot, which was fun and fast-paced. I liked the protagonist, and was pleasantly surprised with how she made decisions that were sensible and understandable given the knowledge she had.
I received this arc via Netgalley.
I received this arc via Netgalley.
ameserole's review against another edition
5.0
I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
HOLY COW GUYS! I can't even comprehend what I just read. Wow, oh wow. Loved this book from start to finished and now I need to somehow cope with not being able to dive into the second book right now.
Seriously guys, Shielded was so freaking good. My love for Enzo and Jen will forever grow. I will admit the beginning was a little slow for me but after the first chapter, I was hooked. You couldn't pay me to put the book down because I just wanted to know how everything was going to go down.
So, a lot actually happened in this book. A lot more than I thought but it was still a really good book. I, of course, couldn't trust a lot of characters because some were acting so weird during random moments. Like why are you acting like this right now?? Ugh! It drove me nuts.. but then the ending made so much sense. My brain was like, "WOW ALAINA! JUST WOW!".
The characters, story building, action, and betrayal were all delicious. Heck, even the romance was likable. Wish I got more but I'm hoping I will be happy as a damn clam in the next book. Other than that, I'm trying really freaking hard not spoiling anything about this book. Just know that I loved it and I hope you all do to.
I seriously need the next book!
HOLY COW GUYS! I can't even comprehend what I just read. Wow, oh wow. Loved this book from start to finished and now I need to somehow cope with not being able to dive into the second book right now.
Seriously guys, Shielded was so freaking good. My love for Enzo and Jen will forever grow. I will admit the beginning was a little slow for me but after the first chapter, I was hooked. You couldn't pay me to put the book down because I just wanted to know how everything was going to go down.
So, a lot actually happened in this book. A lot more than I thought but it was still a really good book. I, of course, couldn't trust a lot of characters because some were acting so weird during random moments. Like why are you acting like this right now?? Ugh! It drove me nuts.. but then the ending made so much sense. My brain was like, "WOW ALAINA! JUST WOW!".
The characters, story building, action, and betrayal were all delicious. Heck, even the romance was likable. Wish I got more but I'm hoping I will be happy as a damn clam in the next book. Other than that, I'm trying really freaking hard not spoiling anything about this book. Just know that I loved it and I hope you all do to.
I seriously need the next book!