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livvil's review against another edition
5.0
I was quickly swept up in the author’s immersive storytelling and the world they’ve created. While there are recognisable themes of YA Fantasy, the author explores them in new and surprising ways. I don’t want to give any spoilers, but be prepared for lots of twists and turns. Along the way, you’ll be introduced to a web of characters who feel authentic, flawed, and ever so intriguing.
I’m so excited to find out more about these characters and this world in book 2 (Timebender)
I’m so excited to find out more about these characters and this world in book 2 (Timebender)
sienna727's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
azaile's review
4.0
It hooks you quick and doesn’t let go.
Sophie accidentally discovers she’s different when she sets her house on fire and subsequently puts her mother into a coma. From there her mothers boss takes her in and we meet their dying son. Gauthier is a multifaceted character that I didn’t like at first but quickly grew to love.
There’s something going on with the Delville family and their mansion and the more it unravels the more invested I became.
I wasn’t a huge fan of Sophie’s life outside of her family and the Delvilles, her school friends were pretty shallow and one dimensional.
The story has several twists and reveals I didn’t see coming as well as some I did but it didn’t lessen the impact.
The ending was amazing and of course, since it’s part of a trilogy, it ends in somewhat of a cliffhanger.
I can’t wait for the next book to come out!
Sophie accidentally discovers she’s different when she sets her house on fire and subsequently puts her mother into a coma. From there her mothers boss takes her in and we meet their dying son. Gauthier is a multifaceted character that I didn’t like at first but quickly grew to love.
There’s something going on with the Delville family and their mansion and the more it unravels the more invested I became.
I wasn’t a huge fan of Sophie’s life outside of her family and the Delvilles, her school friends were pretty shallow and one dimensional.
The story has several twists and reveals I didn’t see coming as well as some I did but it didn’t lessen the impact.
The ending was amazing and of course, since it’s part of a trilogy, it ends in somewhat of a cliffhanger.
I can’t wait for the next book to come out!
alyssaxfantasybooks's review
4.0
I enjoyed the flow of the authors writing. I didn’t mind needing to do a bit of research as this is a bilingual text. I thought that the French inclusion made this book unique. The story itself was engaging and I enjoyed all the day to day realness involved.
Bloodlender jumps right into the life of Sophie a 16 year old French girl. Whose life is thrown off course by a session of events. I liked the dynamics between Sophie and the other characters. Of course I loved Gauthier character, morally grey is my middle name. As well as Tante Adele, their were parts I didn’t see coming and I enjoyed the fantasy vs real world feel.
Overall I enjoy this read and couldn’t stop thinking about what was going to happen next. I will be looking for the next installment and can’t wait to read it ❤️
Bloodlender jumps right into the life of Sophie a 16 year old French girl. Whose life is thrown off course by a session of events. I liked the dynamics between Sophie and the other characters. Of course I loved Gauthier character, morally grey is my middle name. As well as Tante Adele, their were parts I didn’t see coming and I enjoyed the fantasy vs real world feel.
Overall I enjoy this read and couldn’t stop thinking about what was going to happen next. I will be looking for the next installment and can’t wait to read it ❤️
iamsammie27's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-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? Yes
4.75
You know what I hate about reading ARCs? The fact I have just read an amazing book and now have to wait for others to read it and enjoy it as much as I did.
Bloodlender by Zoé Perrenoud is the first book in a YA trilogy by the same name. Set in modern day France, the story is told by 17 year old Sophie who stumbles into a mystery that has life or death consequences for herself, her family, and others. Bloodlender blends magic, science, and folklore together in a way that sucks the reader in and makes you believe it is all real.
I strongly recommend this book, especially to those who enjoy a good mystery, curses, a dash of fantasy, and a strongly written female lead.
4.75 stars (rounded up to 5)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood
Minor: Child death, Death, Death of parent, Miscarriage, and Pregnancy
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