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annettebooksofhopeanddreams's review against another edition
4.0
A few months ago I saw the Raven and the Dove on Netgalley and it sounded as the perfect book for me. A fairytale retelling, fantasy elements, a new kingdom to explore and some tragic romance. It's still one of my favorite reads of the year and I'm so looking forward to the rest of the world discovering this book too!
Of course, you can already read the prequel to get in the right mood. I think it gives a really nice impression of the world, the characters and the setting of the story, just as it introduces the dooming mystery a little. However, I'm not entirely sure if the prequel will have the same impact on you, reading it before the first book, as it has on me, reading it after I read the first book.
For me this prequel felt like coming home, like reuniting with the characters I've grown to love so much. Seeing them prepare and getting ready for the day that's gonna change their life is like watching old photos with friends. And since I knew what was coming I could also really enjoy the dramatic irony elements.
What I loved most though, is that most of this prequel is about the emotions rushing through the veins of these characters. Anticipation, fear, insecurity, hope, longing, pain and everything in between. Davis has this amazing writing style that really makes me feel everything her characters go through. I'm therefore really excited to read more of her work. And the second book in this series can't come soon enough either!
Of course, you can already read the prequel to get in the right mood. I think it gives a really nice impression of the world, the characters and the setting of the story, just as it introduces the dooming mystery a little. However, I'm not entirely sure if the prequel will have the same impact on you, reading it before the first book, as it has on me, reading it after I read the first book.
For me this prequel felt like coming home, like reuniting with the characters I've grown to love so much. Seeing them prepare and getting ready for the day that's gonna change their life is like watching old photos with friends. And since I knew what was coming I could also really enjoy the dramatic irony elements.
What I loved most though, is that most of this prequel is about the emotions rushing through the veins of these characters. Anticipation, fear, insecurity, hope, longing, pain and everything in between. Davis has this amazing writing style that really makes me feel everything her characters go through. I'm therefore really excited to read more of her work. And the second book in this series can't come soon enough either!
imme_van_gorp's review
3.0
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This prequel novella seems like a good beginning to an interesting series: The characters appear likable, the world-building is creative, the writing goes at a pleasant pace and the plot has potential.
It also doesn't hurt that I already found myself to be invested in how this story is going to turn out.
I definitely enjoyed this read and I am eager to continue with [b:The Raven and the Dove|36505323|The Raven and the Dove (The Raven and the Dove, #1)|Kaitlyn Davis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1572618152l/36505323._SY75_.jpg|58223294].
This prequel novella seems like a good beginning to an interesting series: The characters appear likable, the world-building is creative, the writing goes at a pleasant pace and the plot has potential.
It also doesn't hurt that I already found myself to be invested in how this story is going to turn out.
I definitely enjoyed this read and I am eager to continue with [b:The Raven and the Dove|36505323|The Raven and the Dove (The Raven and the Dove, #1)|Kaitlyn Davis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1572618152l/36505323._SY75_.jpg|58223294].
leschroniques_delea's review
3.0
Une petite introduction dans l'univers où on découvre les différents personnages.
emlickliter's review
adventurous
medium-paced
4.0
The Princess and The Pawn (The Raven and the Dove #0.5) by Kaitlyn Davis – A very cool avian shifter world! I’m looking forward to the rest of the series! Happy Reading!
sndmaldo's review against another edition
I can’t rate something so short and with so little substance
librarianlayla's review against another edition
5.0
Such a delightful snippet, I adored The Raven and the Dove and this has geared me up perfectly for diving into the sequel!
If you are looking for a unique world, with bird human hybrids, mystery, dark lore, dragons, love and betrayal, then this might just be for you.
If you are looking for a unique world, with bird human hybrids, mystery, dark lore, dragons, love and betrayal, then this might just be for you.
angelaann88's review
3.0
This prequel was okay. It was interesting enough for me to finish, but I'm not sure if I will continue to read the series.
bookish_spoonie's review
4.0
4 Stars
A great little novella to give some background to the series, although I wish it had given a little more about life before the trials. Still, I very much enjoyed it!
A great little novella to give some background to the series, although I wish it had given a little more about life before the trials. Still, I very much enjoyed it!