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The Hum and the Shiver (Tufa, #1)

Alex Bledsoe

Start date: June 1, 2017

Finish date: June 30, 2017

Why we're reading this: This was one of the books Joanna was reading when she passed away. Tome & Veronica thought it would be ni…more
[close] This was one of the books Joanna was reading when she passed away. Tome & Veronica thought it would be nice if we could finish it for her.

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Jun 13, 2017 Veronica Belmont rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: sword-and-laser

I haven't stayed up past midnight to finish a book in a long time, but this one got me hooked. I'll save my full review for the podcast (sorry!) but I hope to read the next books in the series as well. ...more

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Oct 23, 2013 Winter rated it it was ok

The Hum and the Shiver by Alex Bledso

I read this book a few months ago, I jumped right into another book when I finished and didn't write my thoughts down at the time. Thinking back, I've forgotten most of the book. I remember a few high points, but most of the characters and relationships were forgettable.

The concept behind the book is intriguing. The sense of place and atmosphere in general are well developed. But the over all plot (and supposed reveal that you're going to guess way before it ...more

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Jun 06, 2017 Jen rated it liked it

Maybe closer to 3.5. I did enjoy this, although it left me with many questions, mostly regarding population size and founder effect.

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Jan 21, 2013 Charlotte rated it it was ok

A fast, enjoyable read. The best aspect of this book was the unique setting. Bledsoe also does a nice job of slowly revealing the fantasy aspects of the book and Bronwyn is a fascinating heroine. There isn't a lot of substance to it, though. The plot is thin and the romance unbelievable. I would enjoy reading the sequels but they aren't going to the top of my reading list. ...more

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Mar 19, 2012 Dana rated it it was amazing

Shelves: urban-fantasy

One of my favorite books of 2011. Not actually urban fantasy (contemporary fantasy would be a better name for this shelf, clearly) - the author notes that he thinks of it as "gravel road fantasy." Reminds me of earlier de Lint/Windling era contemporary fantasy, with a focus on music and art more than mystery solving. Set in the Appalachians, which I love. So many good things about this book. I can't wait for more. ...more

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Jan 19, 2019 Kamilla rated it really liked it

I really enjoyed this! I wanted more magic, and I thought there were too many loose threads that needed tidying, but I intend to read the next in the series.

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