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A review by chelseaviolet
Angel Mage by Garth Nix
medium-paced
2.0
This book is YA at it's most basic. It had many elements that I should have loved.
Angels that worshippers could call upon for aid, a rogue angel that caused a devastating plague that could be spread if they were called upon, a delusional bishop out to reunite with her love who happened to be said fallen angel. Then there were a band of misfit characters who were the key to the bishop fulfilling her quest, but could they stop her? This was also pretty much female led, which was nice to see in a church establishment.
However, I just couldn’t sink my teeth into this one. I found that it was lacking the depth that was sorely needed. The magic system was unique and remains it's best feature, but it did not make up for the boring plot and bland characters. Traded my copy back in to the bookshop.
Angels that worshippers could call upon for aid, a rogue angel that caused a devastating plague that could be spread if they were called upon, a delusional bishop out to reunite with her love who happened to be said fallen angel. Then there were a band of misfit characters who were the key to the bishop fulfilling her quest, but could they stop her? This was also pretty much female led, which was nice to see in a church establishment.
However, I just couldn’t sink my teeth into this one. I found that it was lacking the depth that was sorely needed. The magic system was unique and remains it's best feature, but it did not make up for the boring plot and bland characters. Traded my copy back in to the bookshop.