Eve, is a strong and determined heroine on a mission to defeat an ancient monster known as the Knight. She has unique abilities to communicate with anEve, is a strong and determined heroine on a mission to defeat an ancient monster known as the Knight. She has unique abilities to communicate with animals and conjure weapons from nature, Eve faces the challenge of saving her family and kingdom from the Knight’s corrupt deals.
I enjoyed the storyline and found Eve to be a realistic and relatable teenager, marked by moments of defiance and frustration. The writing in this book is stronger than Barron's previous works, with a well-crafted setting and atmosphere that adds a touch of grimdark to the narrative. Overall, this was a fun and engaging read, showcasing Barron's growth as an author.
Thank you to the publisher for an advanced readeres copy of this book to review. ...more
One niche I adore is books that revolve around other books, weaving them seamlessly into the plot. The concept of a murder that eerily mirrors the proOne niche I adore is books that revolve around other books, weaving them seamlessly into the plot. The concept of a murder that eerily mirrors the protagonist's debut novel, which was a commercial failure, interested me immediately.
The characters in this story are not entirely likable, which adds to their realism and complexity. Their deep histories and personal struggles make them human and relatable, contributing to the book's success as a piece of literary fiction. Crouch's ability to develop such intricate characters is commendable. The varied types of love portrayed in this book are profound and integral to the storyline.
Elijah - Seeking a fresh start, Elijah abandons everything to move to the big city and pursue a career as a novelist. We see Elijah dealing with an internal wound from losing his mother and subsequently his father, who succumbed to grief and alcoholism. However, his novel flops. His journey to restore his father's old cabin becomes a source of pride and passion, symbolizing his own personal growth. As the land flourishes, so does Elijah, transforming into a new man.
Nakita - is left behind by Elijah but chooses to move on with an incredible man whom she eventually loses. She must navigate her own grief and rediscover herself, figuring out the direction she wants her life to take. I loved Nakita's internal thoughts and actions because she was the most mature person in the entire story.
Erin - is the hot blonde small-town doctor who carries a significant amount of trauma. She seems to be in a shock state the entire book so she has a really meh personality.
Overall, I think this is a great mesh for literary fiction lovers, and crime/mystery lovers. I would highly recommend it!
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