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A review by cpcabaniss
Daughter of Glass by Vicki Keire
3.0
*I received this novel through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.*
The concept of this novel is very interesting. Basically, Sasha is guided and protected by guardians who represent the seven deadly sins (or a version of them). Each of these guardians prevents Sasha from feeling the emotions they represent. Sasha is gifted and can manipulate emotions, so the guardians keep her in check to protect her from herself.
I find the use of these "aspects" of her personality and their damping of her emotions to be extremely fascinating. It reminds me of a couple of novellas that I read not too long ago and the concept has fascinated me ever since. I was very intrigued to see this idea again. I loved the interaction between Sasha and these guardians. The way she described them and how she was the only one who could interact with them is really well depicted.
The main thing that I found lacking in this novel was depth. The concept could have been expanded and developed to make a more compelling read. As it is, I really enjoyed it. I just didn't think it was great. I also felt that things were too rushed with Sasha and Noah. I appreciated that this was mentioned in the novel, but again, a little more development here would have been nice.
One thing this novel has going for it is that cover. It's really intriguing. That was one of the first things that drew me to the novel in the first place. And the title is equally intriguing.
Overall this was a fun, fast read. I would recommend it to those interested in YA novels with paranormal aspects.
You can read this and other reviews on my blog: www.courtneysreads.blogspot.com
The concept of this novel is very interesting. Basically, Sasha is guided and protected by guardians who represent the seven deadly sins (or a version of them). Each of these guardians prevents Sasha from feeling the emotions they represent. Sasha is gifted and can manipulate emotions, so the guardians keep her in check to protect her from herself.
I find the use of these "aspects" of her personality and their damping of her emotions to be extremely fascinating. It reminds me of a couple of novellas that I read not too long ago and the concept has fascinated me ever since. I was very intrigued to see this idea again. I loved the interaction between Sasha and these guardians. The way she described them and how she was the only one who could interact with them is really well depicted.
The main thing that I found lacking in this novel was depth. The concept could have been expanded and developed to make a more compelling read. As it is, I really enjoyed it. I just didn't think it was great. I also felt that things were too rushed with Sasha and Noah. I appreciated that this was mentioned in the novel, but again, a little more development here would have been nice.
One thing this novel has going for it is that cover. It's really intriguing. That was one of the first things that drew me to the novel in the first place. And the title is equally intriguing.
Overall this was a fun, fast read. I would recommend it to those interested in YA novels with paranormal aspects.
You can read this and other reviews on my blog: www.courtneysreads.blogspot.com