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pilateschick's review against another edition
3.0
I was drawn to this book's beautiful cover. A children's book (award winner)? Who decides these things? Anyway... As I read it, I appreciated the way the compact size fit my hand, although hardback and 400 pages thick. That may sound like a strange thing to comment on, but it was really nice. As far as the story goes, the new countries and talks of war and negotiations were very confusing at first, but once the adventures began it was a fun ride. The writing didn't flow for me, but I liked the story and characters well enough that I would definitely recommend it to readers age 12+ male or female
bepollard's review
adventurous
funny
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? N/A
5.0
jessicamcculloch's review against another edition
1.0
I wish I could give this mook half a star. But, alas, that is impossible.
kangokaren's review against another edition
5.0
Katie B, if you read this review, then know that you would love this book!!!
I loved the story and struggle of the two young nobles, betrothed against their will, then captured and put to suffer together. They learn each others' strengths as well as discover their own beliefs and strengths.
I loved the story and struggle of the two young nobles, betrothed against their will, then captured and put to suffer together. They learn each others' strengths as well as discover their own beliefs and strengths.
lemon_the_emu's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
jackiehorne's review against another edition
2.0
All plot, with occasionally clunky prose, flat characters, and no larger theme to speak of. Disappointing.
sallad96's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
this will always be one of my favorite books. the chemistry between tashi and ram is unmatched!! I can’t get anakin of them. the ending is so perfect and one of my favorite scenes in any book ever. 10/5 stars.
nickcarravay's review against another edition
4.0
This book took a much longer and more complex journey then I expected. It was compared to "Graceling" and though it does have similarities, it is not quite as good. Having said that, it's excellent in it's own way.
It presents a lot of questions of religion and personal discovery in the eyes of other people. Good character building and good world building. One of the reviews recommended this to 9-12 year-olds, I would disagree. A bit too mature both in violence and in marriage conversations, 9-12 grade, maybe.
Ultimately, it lacked a major climax for me, but was very nicely tied up.
It presents a lot of questions of religion and personal discovery in the eyes of other people. Good character building and good world building. One of the reviews recommended this to 9-12 year-olds, I would disagree. A bit too mature both in violence and in marriage conversations, 9-12 grade, maybe.
Ultimately, it lacked a major climax for me, but was very nicely tied up.