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I enjoyed this book so much. I had a hard time putting it down. It is certainly a stereotypical young adult fantasy book, but that’s exactly why I wanted to read it. Definitely plan to read the others in the series. ( ) I'm giving this the benefit of the doubt because - I really liked Six of Crows - I know this was Bardugo's first book, and I know she improved as a writer. First impressions: - there are so many YA tropes it's painful - the world and character building is a little shallow. I can't say I really love anyone in here. - the Darklina romance is.... Painfully overhyped?? I liked Shadow and Bone. The story flowed well and was really easy to read. The characters were interesting, although I would have liked for them to have more depth. The romance was pretty blah. The world building was decent. The action was pretty fun. All in all, I really enjoyed this book and I'm excited to continue the series.
The point I am attempting to make via this very long and rather rambling article is that Shadow and Bone is absolutely knock-your-socks-off amazing and just so different from your average YA fantasy. It is addictive, beautiful, fantastical and I just can't recommend it enough. Literally everyone will love it: fantasy lovers; historical fiction lovers; magic lovers; lovers of strong characters and amazing relationships. And, of course, not forgetting the two gorgeous lead guys for us girls. Is contained inIs abridged inAwardsDistinctionsNotable Lists
Orphaned by the Border Wars, Alina Starkov is taken from obscurity and her only friend, Mal, to become the protegé of the mysterious Darkling, who trains her to join the magical elite in the belief that she is the Sun Summoner, who can destroy the monsters of the Fold. No library descriptions found. |
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