The word that comes to mind when I try to describe this series is RICH. The middle eastern setting brings with it this depth of culture and intrigue. The word that comes to mind when I try to describe this series is RICH. The middle eastern setting brings with it this depth of culture and intrigue. I felt the colors, smells, sites and sounds come to life.
Really lovely writing. I started reading this on a whim, just thought I'd start a chapter and check it out. I was immediately drawn into the world woven in words. She doesn't spend time layout it out, letting you know what's coming, it is written in a way that you are caught up in the flow and rhythm of the story and you can't put it down.
It is full of complex characters that you get to know on an intimate level. And the whole thing is cloaked in this magic & intrigue that just feel like a fairy tale. Such a great sense of story.
I almost didn't continue this series because the first one ended in such a way I felt a sense of closure. But I'm so glad I came back to it.
I have reI almost didn't continue this series because the first one ended in such a way I felt a sense of closure. But I'm so glad I came back to it.
I have read a lot of series and it's common for the second and third books to decline , they don't tend to be as good as the initial installment, but this one felt even better than the first.
Randoms writing is SO good it's like a breath of fresh air. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It caused me to slow down and take my time reading it, so as to enjoy the characters, story and world that was painted before my eyes.
The choices made in terms of the photos, fonts and just overall design of the book feels like it is at another level. I highly recommend it for those lovers of otherworldly books....more
This story is rich, dark and violent. With characters full of secret pasts that cause them to seek revenge, adventure, freedom & redemption.
Leigh's wThis story is rich, dark and violent. With characters full of secret pasts that cause them to seek revenge, adventure, freedom & redemption.
Leigh's writing has a distinct style and voice. This felt similar to the Shadow & Bone series.
There is a lot of rituals/traditions and history in the beginning to build the world, but once you get through that the story's pace speeds up and hooks you in.
I thought her choice to write from many characters right off the bat was a good one. It gave you a broader perspective right away and made me feel more connected to the group as a whole.
Sad to see I must be patient to finish this series....more
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