I really only read this book because I can never not finish a book. This book was incredibly hard to read, not because of grammar or anything like that, it simply lacked apeal. I read the summary and hoped that it would be a good read, but I was disappointed. The story was dark and rather boorish. I couldn't connect with any of the characters and I felt as if the story was just skimming what was actually happening. I wish the author had taken the time to deeply go into detail, or describe something more clearly. But I loved the idea behind the writing. A young girl thrust into a chaotic world, meant to reunite everyone against a common enemy. A world filled with so many great wonders and places. But the lack of appeal destroyed that. I'm giving this one 3.5 stars, on par with how I feel about Kristin Cashore's Graceling.Like Graceling, this book has all the elements of a good YA fantasy: attention to detail in world-building, descriptive writing, fairly enticing plot, spunky female protagonist, sweet but not sugary sweet romance, and plenty of adventure.However, despite having all of these elements, this book doesn't quite mesh them in such a way that I feel I truly connected with the characters and the plot.I did enjoy S.M. Boyce's imagination when it came to developing the world of Ourea, particularly in terms of the different political and social dynamics between the various peoples. And I think both the female and male protagonist are strong not just cookie-cutter character types who are just as interesting on their own as they are together.Still, something about this book didn't grab me ...maybe it's just because I'm a bit exhausted of YA fantasy (I have read ALOT of the genre) but I did like this book enough to want to read the sequel.So, all in all, I liked this book and think it's worthy enough of a read to continue with the series, which isn't something to take lightly because lately there have been so many YA fantasy/sci-fi books that I find dreadfully typical and don't feel compelled to continue reading about the world (Veronica Roth's Divergent and Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone, for instance)
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I absolutely loved this book! it keeps you on your toes and has a wonderful, adventurous story line.
—aishu
This book is awesome! Its perfect fix for all of us Hobbit, Lord of the Rings type fantasy lovers!
—Bri
Didn't like the book. Stopped half way through.
—orenitrof
