The Pledge

In the violent country of Ludania, the language you speak determines what class you are, and there are harsh punishments if you forget your place—looking a member of a higher class in the eye can result in immediate execution. Seventeen-year-old Charlaina (Charlie for short) can understand all languages, a dangerous ability she’s been hiding her whole life. Her only place of release is the drug-filled underground club scene, where people go to shake off the oppressive rules of the world they live in. There, she meets a beautiful and mysterious boy who speaks a language she’s never heard, and her secret is almost exposed. Through a series of violent upheavals, it becomes clear that Charlie herself is the key to forcing out the oppressive power structure of her kingdom….

Hmmm...The Pledge. I really enjoyed the novelty of this book. Very unique storyline, what with the language/speech talents Charlie had. That being said, I did find it quite predicable in spots, but surprising with others.

I would definitely recommend this book. The writing was beautiful. The story new and exciting. The characters fell a little flat, but the story made up for it.

Cover 4/5
Plot 4/5
Writing 5/5
Overall 4.5/5