A medieval masterpiece of adventure, romance and horror, younger readers of Paolini and Cashore will gobble up this award-winning debut.
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Feb 18, 2012
Jo (Mixed Book Bag)
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The first lines in Candlewax caught my attention and I had to read the rest of the story. I received an uncorrected proof of Candlewax from NetGalley. The book is due out April 3, 2012. Here is the opening:
"The fairrier cat’s whiskers tingled. This never failed to annoy him, for it meant his concentration had faltered.”
Pokos, the fairrier cat is the size of a horse and is 732 years old. In the land he protects he is the last fairer cat in this land and he is waiting More...
"The fairrier cat’s whiskers tingled. This never failed to annoy him, for it meant his concentration had faltered.”
Pokos, the fairrier cat is the size of a horse and is 732 years old. In the land he protects he is the last fairer cat in this land and he is waiting More...
Dec 21, 2011
Maxine
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Princess Catherine of Lackaney decides to run away rather than be forced into an arranged marriage. Before she gets very far, she meets Spelopokos, a fairrier cat, an animal she has always assumed was just a legend. Even more surprising, he can talk. He informs her that, according to an old prophesy, she is destined to save the kingdom (he also eats her horse which seems rather rude but anyway...)
Candlewax is a YA fantasy aimed at middle graders and is more in the tradition of epic fan More...
Candlewax is a YA fantasy aimed at middle graders and is more in the tradition of epic fan More...
Nov 28, 2011
Jaime
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Catherine is a sixteen year old princess from the land of Lackanay who is dreading an arranged marriage. That is, until she decides to escape her castle in search of a life that suits her better. Little does she know the tangled web she will find herself a part of sooner than she knows. Catherine quickly realizes her plans of a more normal life are far from her grasp when she meets a supposedly mythical fairrier cat named Spelopekos (Pokos for short).
Catherine soon finds that in the More...
Catherine soon finds that in the More...
Nov 17, 2011
Jill
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I received a paperback ARC courtesy of Terabyte Press. I typically read this genre to discuss books my children are reading. Although, now that they are older I have not found this genre as tempting. However, my interests in history, adventure and suspense made this book intriguing. The beginning was complex -- filled with character introductions and the lay of the land -- but I enjoy flipping back and forth to maps and character listings and found both of these in Candlewax! What seemed at firs
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Jan 03, 2012
Mrs. ReaderPants
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WHAT I LIKED: May I please move to Candlewax? The world-building in this book is incredible! From majestic castles to burning forests of Candlewax trees to the unforgiving land of Cinna, the fantasy world is breathtakingly beautiful and cold and evil at the same time.
Well-paced. I was sucked into the story right away and, for the most part, had a hard time putting it down. Sims provides plenty of conflict to keep the story More...
WHAT I LIKED: May I please move to Candlewax? The world-building in this book is incredible! From majestic castles to burning forests of Candlewax trees to the unforgiving land of Cinna, the fantasy world is breathtakingly beautiful and cold and evil at the same time.
Well-paced. I was sucked into the story right away and, for the most part, had a hard time putting it down. Sims provides plenty of conflict to keep the story More...
Feb 18, 2012
Sarah
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I received Candlewax as an ARC. I am not always into fantasy novels, but the premise sounded good, so I thought I would give it a try. I am soooo glad I did because this is one of the best books I have read. It has good guys, bad guys, a really bad guy, traitors, soldiers, kings, princesses, and magical beasts. Oh and can’t forget the castles. It was beautifully written with chapters that split the story up quite nicely. It is easy to follow, even though there is a lot going on in the stor
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Jan 25, 2012
Sara
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Review: Candlewax is an epic adventure set in the fantastical land of Lackanay. Princess Catherine attempts to run away from her life, and an arranged marriage she wants no part of. Before she gets to far, she is propelled into a journey to save the land she was escaping. Along the way, she meets Spelopokos, a fairrier cat who leads her into a new life as the wearer of the Ancient Onyxes. She is to fulfill the ancient prophesy that will save Lackanay and Spelopokos.
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Dec 27, 2011
Regina
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This was a fantastic read taking you to a time long forgotten. Back when their were arranged marriages to save kingdoms and the smell of evil is something the trained few can detect.
Catherine is a princess. A right stubborn one at that and when her father tells her that she is betrothed to the King of Candlewax, she is furious. She doesn't want to marry a stinky old king. What she doesn't know is that the old king passed away and his hot son has taken over.
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Catherine is a princess. A right stubborn one at that and when her father tells her that she is betrothed to the King of Candlewax, she is furious. She doesn't want to marry a stinky old king. What she doesn't know is that the old king passed away and his hot son has taken over.
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Nov 21, 2011
Shiloh
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FTC Disclaimer: I was provided with a free copy of this book by Terabyte Press for review purposes
Princess Catherine is running away, having decided that living alone in a neighboring kingdom is a better fate than marrying the horrid old man her parents have picked out for her. Unfortunately, her plans go awry when she meets up with a fairrier cat who insists that she's the subject of a prophecy that will lead to saving the world from unspeakable evil.
I had a great deal More...
Princess Catherine is running away, having decided that living alone in a neighboring kingdom is a better fate than marrying the horrid old man her parents have picked out for her. Unfortunately, her plans go awry when she meets up with a fairrier cat who insists that she's the subject of a prophecy that will lead to saving the world from unspeakable evil.
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Jan 16, 2012
Ms. Rosas
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What I liked: The characters. They were strong and fairly well developed. Catherine grows from a fearful, slightly whiny young girl to strong young woman ready to do what it takes to save her kingdom. She is smart and brave and girls can look up to her, God knows we need more of that. The Characters all have depth and feeling and logical motives. I cared about what happened to them. The Story. The moral of the story is that we need all creatures in the web of life in order to survive. Hu
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Nov 05, 2011
Jaclyn
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Note: I will be publishing this review on my blog Jaclyn's Musings and on goodreads. This review is scheduled to post on Mon. Nov. 7, 2011. I am including the direct link, HERE, but please note that the link will not work until the publication date of Mon. Nov. 7, 2011.
Thank you so very much for this opportunity!
~Jaclyn~
Review: Candlewax by C. Bailey Sims
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
C. Bailey Sim's Candlewax is the first in a series of novels about an Anc More...
Thank you so very much for this opportunity!
~Jaclyn~
Review: Candlewax by C. Bailey Sims
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
C. Bailey Sim's Candlewax is the first in a series of novels about an Anc More...
Jan 09, 2012
Worldpeas14
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I am a huge fan of this book. I love to read fantasy novels in my free time, and this book was up to par with my favorite books such as "The Hunger Games" and "The Maze Runner". I think that this book is made for a younger age group than those books, but I truly believe that people of all ages will thoroughly enjoy reading "Candlewax". There is just the right amount of action to keep the pace of the book going. The romance in the novel is lovely but not too mushy to
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Nov 17, 2011
Ayesha
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I had serious doubts when I first started this book. A huge white dog that seems like it could be the pet version of White Fang, and she names it "Wolfy"? I cried a little for White Fang. The writing also seemed rather forced - not a huge fan of super short, easy sentences. Makes me sad when authors think their readers can't handle a run-on, or a compound word here and there.
But once you get into it, you realize the story in and of itself is actually quite compelling an More...
But once you get into it, you realize the story in and of itself is actually quite compelling an More...
Dec 03, 2011
Nancy
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I loved the story, it's extremely creative. The heroine, Catherine, is adventurous, brave, and is willing to fight for something bigger than herself. When the farrier cat Pokos' eyes change color they reveal his emotions, which makes this character intriguing. The fictional world of the story is fascinating--it is elaborate and detailed and surprises await you around every bend. If you liked The Wizard of Oz, you'll like Candlewax.
Feb 21, 2012
Denise
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I received Candlewax as an uncorrected e-ARC from NetGalley.
I really did enjoy this book. I am a particular fan of YA books that have high profile felines, being a crazy cat lady. I was intrigued by the character of Pokos and I would love to find out more of the mythology behind the farrier cats. I liked the main character of Catherine and her friendship with Bessie was very nice.
A very pleasant read all around.
I really did enjoy this book. I am a particular fan of YA books that have high profile felines, being a crazy cat lady. I was intrigued by the character of Pokos and I would love to find out more of the mythology behind the farrier cats. I liked the main character of Catherine and her friendship with Bessie was very nice.
A very pleasant read all around.
Jan 26, 2012
Bari
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Fans of Tamora Pierce, Alanna series, will enjoy reading Candlewax. I received this book courtesy of NetGalley.
This coming of age, mid-evil fantasy novel is action packed, has well developed characters and even a talking cat. The main protagonist, 16 year old Princess Catherine, is a strong likable female character. However there are times where the book drags and is a little slow.
I enjoyed reading this book and feel it should be geared and marketed toward a younger au More...
This coming of age, mid-evil fantasy novel is action packed, has well developed characters and even a talking cat. The main protagonist, 16 year old Princess Catherine, is a strong likable female character. However there are times where the book drags and is a little slow.
I enjoyed reading this book and feel it should be geared and marketed toward a younger au More...
Nov 22, 2011
Dan
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The intriguing Candlewax story draws you in and won't let you go until you find out what happens to the Princess, the kingdom, and the Farrier Cat. Adventure, romance and a touch of the supernatural---great stuff for all ages.
Nov 28, 2011
Karen
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A little magic, some romance, and a whole bunch of adventure, makes this story truly enjoyable. I thoroughly enjoyed each and every chapter. I could use some of that farrier cat fur!!!
Oct 06, 2011
"...young readers of Paolini and Cashore will gobble up this award-winning debut."
Cashore? Did I hear Cashore? Sign me up, man!
Cashore? Did I hear Cashore? Sign me up, man!
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Feb 10, 2012
Sharon
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Enjoyed this book immensely. Well developed characters with an interesting plot and kept me intrigued throughout.
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