This is a hard book to rate because the world was very good. She started with a typical trope: tomboy girl thrown into a lady-in-waiting position who has to make it in with the others of her world. Then Naomi Lane added fairly typical magic and magical items like a sword and the ability to talk to horses. But! This author had an intricate plot and subterfuge not often seen in an idie writer. But I couldn't get as into the story as I wanted to be. No matter how hard I tried, or listened, I was always on the outside looking in with the characters. Glad I got it. It was a fun "listen" on the kindle while I was moving, good for exercise time, but I won't be buying it in paper because a) it's always expensive to buy paper and b) I wouldn't want to read this if I wasn't multi-tasking. I really enjoyed this book. Most independently published books are sub-par. To Play the Lady was well written. I ma glad the author took the time to write it and put in the effort to publish it. The style moves quickly, but with time to enjoy each chapter. I enjoy the personality of the main character, also the story moves along nicely as she discovers her abilities. The book deals with the issue of not fitting in and learning to value yourself for your unique gifts and abilities. Well written with out over dramatizing.
Loved it - a great example of quality self-published work for young adult fans.
—PhoenixRose
3.5 stars. Obviously self-published, but still lovable characters and plot.
—farmgirl
Got this book for free on my Kindle. Two words - Mary Sue.Overall, 1/5.
—Alya
Read the book in one go, what more is there to say? ;)
—nashkae
I want more!
—aerobear101
