by Neil J Hart
YA Fantasy, 2024 by Fragile Publishing, 444 Pages
What I Didn’t Like:
- Sometimes the fantasy language in this one makes whole paragraphs sound like gibberish. It means you have to read slower than normal, at least at the beginning.
- Slower than I wanted. The pacing is a bit inconsistent in the beginning, making the story feel slow overall.
- I found it very hard to connect with anyone. Even Sadie, who you should be able to like and connect with, felt out of reach. They all feel like distant imaginary characters in a play. No one felt real.
What I Did Like:
- Oliver is intriguing. No spoilers but I like the way he played out.
- The use of music is beautiful. As a music fan myself, I appreciated the role it played. I often say music has power. This took that up a level, in a great way.
- Interesting fantasy world. This one blends fantasy with historical eras in a cool way. I did enjoy the way they came together.
Who Should Read This One:
- Fans of historical fiction who want a meld with fantasy.
- Reluctant chosen one fans.
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