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Grace Logan and the Goblin Bones
Sixteenth century Ireland is ruled by men and Faerie and to Grace Logan, a fifteen-year old forced into an arranged marriage, it seems like nothing will ever change. Grace doesn't want to marry. She wants to become a pirate like her father. Before Grace's marriage, her father is kidnapped by the Goblin Lord and a sleeping, death-spell is cast over her castle.
To free her family, and despite knowing that a misstep would mean her death, Grace enters the underworld of the Goblins with outcasts: a changling abandoned by her Faerie mother at birth, and a mysterious young man who harbors a dark secret.
As Grace becomes embroiled in the world of Faerie, she discovers her own strength, and ability to lead. But in a race against time, Grace will need to risk her life, and those of her companions, in a battle against the forces of Faerie itself.
To free her family, and despite knowing that a misstep would mean her death, Grace enters the underworld of the Goblins with outcasts: a changling abandoned by her Faerie mother at birth, and a mysterious young man who harbors a dark secret.
As Grace becomes embroiled in the world of Faerie, she discovers her own strength, and ability to lead. But in a race against time, Grace will need to risk her life, and those of her companions, in a battle against the forces of Faerie itself.
- GenresFantasy
193 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 22, 2018
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April 6, 2019
HONESTLY, I ONLY FINISHED IT BECAUSE IT WAS SO SHORT
Normally I am a great fan of everything related to fae, which was my main reason for picking out this book. But really, there was nothing positive about it, sadly.
THE BAD STUFF
The world: Really, I wanted to just write the book just now, because I really don't know how else to name this problem. I was so confused throughout all of this. The book combines fae lore with celtic mythology, two things I actually know quite a bit about, but the story was just so rushed, to messy and so confusing with names, mythology, lore and history thrown about willy-nilly that it just felt all over the place and very esoteric. There were so many terms and names just thrown in there with no explanation whatsoever and hardly any relations to the (almost non-existent) plot, that it just blurred the story even further.
The characters: The characters of this book are, essentially, just names on pages. They have no personality at all. If you asked me to describe any of them, I would not be able to find even one word to use. None!
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Normally I am a great fan of everything related to fae, which was my main reason for picking out this book. But really, there was nothing positive about it, sadly.
THE BAD STUFF
The world: Really, I wanted to just write the book just now, because I really don't know how else to name this problem. I was so confused throughout all of this. The book combines fae lore with celtic mythology, two things I actually know quite a bit about, but the story was just so rushed, to messy and so confusing with names, mythology, lore and history thrown about willy-nilly that it just felt all over the place and very esoteric. There were so many terms and names just thrown in there with no explanation whatsoever and hardly any relations to the (almost non-existent) plot, that it just blurred the story even further.
The characters: The characters of this book are, essentially, just names on pages. They have no personality at all. If you asked me to describe any of them, I would not be able to find even one word to use. None!
ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
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December 7, 2018
*Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me a free copy in exchange of an honest review*
This book is a poor excuse for a story: it's full of irish stereotypes, it seems written by a person who did, like half a day of research about Ireland and its land and history. Does the author know that Ireland was Christian in the sixteenth century? The only thing about that century that she seems to know is Henry VIII...
Tha characters are poorly drawn, not compelling at all.
This book is a poor excuse for a story: it's full of irish stereotypes, it seems written by a person who did, like half a day of research about Ireland and its land and history. Does the author know that Ireland was Christian in the sixteenth century? The only thing about that century that she seems to know is Henry VIII...
Tha characters are poorly drawn, not compelling at all.
January 20, 2019
Honestly, this was a really weird read for me. there were times when I was having so much fun and loving the setting in Ireland and what not, but this plot just had no direction. it was all over the place, the magic system wasn't defined or even explained and random creatures kept entering the story and they could have done without. I think this could do well if it was cited and condensed into a middle grade book but as for someone who reads lots of fantasy this was a miss.
February 9, 2019
If you’re looking for a fun read and don’t get hung up on minor inaccurate details, this is a good book. The author creates beautiful imagery as she tells the tale of a 16th century Irish girl. The plot is a little unfocused and some characters/creatures enter the story with no real purpose.
August 11, 2019
The story follows fifteen-year-old Grace Logan, a free-spirited young woman who yearns for adventure and longs to be a pirate like her father. But instead, all she has to look forward to is an arranged marriage.
But before her wedding can take place, the unthinkable happens: an unknown enemy has captured her father. Once an attempt is made on her life and a sleeping/death curse is placed on her home, Grace’s eyes are opened for the first time, and she discovers that she is surrounded by magic and magical beings.
Determined, she makes the decision to go on a quest to rescue her father from the Goblin underworld. Additionally, she discovers that a student, John Dee (yes, THAT John Dee) has stolen a magical book from her family and unless she retrieves it, the world will be thrown in utter chaos.
So Grace, along with two Sidhe friends, embark on a harrowing adventure into the world of Goblin, an adventure fraught with danger. Grace faces all manner of instances and comes face-to-face with a variety of monsters/creatures from Irish myth and along the way, learns more about herself, her family and friend than she ever thought possible.
This story is actually chock-full of Irish history, myth, and mythology, including faeries and folktales, and it was a delight to read about it. I will say, however, that for someone who isn’t familiar with Irish mythology (and the Book of Invasions), some of the information may seem a tad overwhelming. I have studied Irish mythology a bit, so I quite enjoyed the manner in which the author wove in these myths and legends, which added extra depth to the storytelling.
I loved Grace Logan and the Goblin Bones and found it to be an atmospheric novel where magic can be found in the mundane. This is a pulse-quickening story, and I loved how the author took these old myths and legends and turned them into something new and fresh. It was an exciting novel with fascinating characters and a fast-moving storyline which kept me on the edge of my seat. Prepare to be dazzled.
Many thanks to Pam Binder and The Wild Rose Press for providing me with an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
But before her wedding can take place, the unthinkable happens: an unknown enemy has captured her father. Once an attempt is made on her life and a sleeping/death curse is placed on her home, Grace’s eyes are opened for the first time, and she discovers that she is surrounded by magic and magical beings.
Determined, she makes the decision to go on a quest to rescue her father from the Goblin underworld. Additionally, she discovers that a student, John Dee (yes, THAT John Dee) has stolen a magical book from her family and unless she retrieves it, the world will be thrown in utter chaos.
So Grace, along with two Sidhe friends, embark on a harrowing adventure into the world of Goblin, an adventure fraught with danger. Grace faces all manner of instances and comes face-to-face with a variety of monsters/creatures from Irish myth and along the way, learns more about herself, her family and friend than she ever thought possible.
This story is actually chock-full of Irish history, myth, and mythology, including faeries and folktales, and it was a delight to read about it. I will say, however, that for someone who isn’t familiar with Irish mythology (and the Book of Invasions), some of the information may seem a tad overwhelming. I have studied Irish mythology a bit, so I quite enjoyed the manner in which the author wove in these myths and legends, which added extra depth to the storytelling.
I loved Grace Logan and the Goblin Bones and found it to be an atmospheric novel where magic can be found in the mundane. This is a pulse-quickening story, and I loved how the author took these old myths and legends and turned them into something new and fresh. It was an exciting novel with fascinating characters and a fast-moving storyline which kept me on the edge of my seat. Prepare to be dazzled.
Many thanks to Pam Binder and The Wild Rose Press for providing me with an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
April 30, 2019
Fifteen-year-old Grace faces a turbulent future when she deals not only with her upcoming marriage, but also the rituals celebrated at her home during the week before Samhain. At least her groom hasn’t arrived yet, so there may be hope that the arranged marriage might not take place. Grace yearns for adventure, a life as a pirate rather than a bride and as the saying goes, “Be careful what you wish for – you may get it.”
Following the news that her father has been captured by an unknown enemy, a curse is placed on her home and she begins a quest to save not only her family, but also their servants who are as close as kin. Her best friend, a changling is her staunchest ally, but there are others who aid Grace when she enters the world of Faerie.
The background of Irish folklore added to the story making it an enjoyable, entertaining read. However, it was difficult to remember what Grace looked like and not being able to clearly visualize the heroine could distract some readers. The same went for the hero, who was described when he arrived on scene, but again he couldn’t always be “seen.” The descriptions of some of the places such as the kitchen in the castle seemed particularly authentic, yet the land of Faerie wasn’t as clearly described.
Still, this was an amazing fun read with an admirable heroine whose adventures have only just begun.
Following the news that her father has been captured by an unknown enemy, a curse is placed on her home and she begins a quest to save not only her family, but also their servants who are as close as kin. Her best friend, a changling is her staunchest ally, but there are others who aid Grace when she enters the world of Faerie.
The background of Irish folklore added to the story making it an enjoyable, entertaining read. However, it was difficult to remember what Grace looked like and not being able to clearly visualize the heroine could distract some readers. The same went for the hero, who was described when he arrived on scene, but again he couldn’t always be “seen.” The descriptions of some of the places such as the kitchen in the castle seemed particularly authentic, yet the land of Faerie wasn’t as clearly described.
Still, this was an amazing fun read with an admirable heroine whose adventures have only just begun.
May 11, 2019
This young adult coming of age story is set in Ireland in the time of Henry the VIII. Grace is a strong, opinionated young woman who is forced to undertake a perilous journey in order to find John Dee, who has stolen a magical book from Grace’s family. To make matters worse, Grace’s pirate father is being held captive, and she knows somehow, that book is the key to rescuing her father.
When Grace’s mother gives her ring that allows her to see through a magical glamour, an entire world of creatures is exposed, one that is layered upon her own reality. When Grace is forced to undertake a quest with two friends to find the magical book, she discovers that the world is much different, and much more dangerous, than she ever knew.
I admit, I’m a sucker for this kind of story, with a heroine who reminds me of one of my favorite female characters— Arya Stark from “Game of Thrones” – who must find her own strength and develop the skills necessary to save her family.
Deborah Schneider, 2009 RWA Librarian of the Year
Irish myths and legends are woven into the story, giving the reader a glimpse into a rich world of storytelling.
I highly recommend this book! I hope this is only the first in a series of books about Grace and her friends!
When Grace’s mother gives her ring that allows her to see through a magical glamour, an entire world of creatures is exposed, one that is layered upon her own reality. When Grace is forced to undertake a quest with two friends to find the magical book, she discovers that the world is much different, and much more dangerous, than she ever knew.
I admit, I’m a sucker for this kind of story, with a heroine who reminds me of one of my favorite female characters— Arya Stark from “Game of Thrones” – who must find her own strength and develop the skills necessary to save her family.
Deborah Schneider, 2009 RWA Librarian of the Year
Irish myths and legends are woven into the story, giving the reader a glimpse into a rich world of storytelling.
I highly recommend this book! I hope this is only the first in a series of books about Grace and her friends!
October 14, 2021
**I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange to provide an honest review**
Grace is 16 and the only thing she want is an adventure and if possible as a pirate but she got another kind of adventure... Her father is kidnapped by a Goblin Lord and the castel where she live is under a sleeping spell that is also deadly. To save everyone, Grace need to underworld, battle and win. But if she fail, she may be dead as the rest of her people.
In general I liked the book! The adventure was there, the suspense also and the action was well balanced. Also I love mythology and was funny to find a lot of fae lore and Celtic mythology.
The reason of the 3 stars is that some information are not relevant at all: some details make no sense to be there (unless we have a book 2 coming) and also the missing description of the MC and others characters.... I found difficult to visualise Síofra and Grace
Grace is 16 and the only thing she want is an adventure and if possible as a pirate but she got another kind of adventure... Her father is kidnapped by a Goblin Lord and the castel where she live is under a sleeping spell that is also deadly. To save everyone, Grace need to underworld, battle and win. But if she fail, she may be dead as the rest of her people.
In general I liked the book! The adventure was there, the suspense also and the action was well balanced. Also I love mythology and was funny to find a lot of fae lore and Celtic mythology.
The reason of the 3 stars is that some information are not relevant at all: some details make no sense to be there (unless we have a book 2 coming) and also the missing description of the MC and others characters.... I found difficult to visualise Síofra and Grace
July 25, 2019
Grace Logan and the Goblin Bones has charm, suspense, adventure, folklore, and even the hint of hopeful love. With goblins, Mouldywarps, the Dullahan, and the ancient Formorian-Tuatha De Danann battles, I recommend it to readers of all ages, and especially lovers of fantasy, adventure, and Irish folklore. (Full review on Amazon)
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