Joanna's review
The Dark Hills Divide (The Land of Elyon, Book 1)
by Patrick Carman
Joanna's review
The Dark Hills Divide (The Land of Elyon, Book 1) by Patrick Carman
Joanna's review
rating:
bookshelves:
faeries-and-fantasy-etc
recommended for: believers in magic
Ever wondered what a Jocasta stone was? The answer lies herein!
I was immediately drawn into the world of Elyon. It has a medieval feel to it, which I love. The story concept is original, and the theme is haunting and timeless: the loss of magic as a result of human "progress."
The story lost momentum a bit towards the middle, and the clues became a little too convenient and simple. But, I had to remind myself that this is a children's book, after all. The conclusion pulled it all together pretty reasonably. Regardless of my criticism, I thoroughly enjoyed this one and I'm looking forward to the sequel.
I was immediately drawn into the world of Elyon. It has a medieval feel to it, which I love. The story concept is original, and the theme is haunting and timeless: the loss of magic as a result of human "progress."
The story lost momentum a bit towards the middle, and the clues became a little too convenient and simple. But, I had to remind myself that this is a children's book, after all. The conclusion pulled it all together pretty reasonably. Regardless of my criticism, I thoroughly enjoyed this one and I'm looking forward to the sequel.
