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Another day, another dystopian-fantasy trilogy. Originally I’d resisted The Winner’s Curse, dismissing it as a Hunger Games clone. I was wrong. Sure, similarities exist between The Winner’s Curse and the dystopian-fantasy-Hunger Games-inspired oeuvre. But The Winner’s Curse distinguishes itself by tackling relevant, vital societal issues and making them obvious and accessible to the reader.
As a member of the Valorian ruling class, before her ...more
Another day, another dystopian-fantasy trilogy. Originally I’d resisted The Winner’s Curse, dismissing it as a Hunger Games clone. I was wrong. Sure, similarities exist between The Winner’s Curse and the dystopian-fantasy-Hunger Games-inspired oeuvre. But The Winner’s Curse distinguishes itself by tackling relevant, vital societal issues and making them obvious and accessible to the reader.
As a member of the Valorian ruling class, before her ...more
After reading A Dance With Dragons, I wanted more books like the Game Of Thrones series and this was on a list of YA books suggested for Game Of Thrones fans. But I didn't pick it just for that reason, I wouldn't have read it if it didn't sound interesting. And though I found this to be an overall solid and well written book, it didn't have too much of a Game Of Thrones feel. Sure there was some political intrigue and some sneaky plotting, but the bulk of the book was given over to the nice slow
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UPDATED MARCH 2016: I reread this book in anticipation for the third book in the trilogy to be released at the end of this month. This book was even better the second time. How can I already want to say this is my favorite Trilogy ever and the third book hasn't even been released yet? Oh I hope it lives up to my expectations. if you haven't read this book yet please do yourself a favor and read it now.
I liked this book more after reading the 2nd book. A good first book for the trilogy. ...more
I liked this book more after reading the 2nd book. A good first book for the trilogy. ...more
May 03, 2014
Renuka
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it was amazing
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Oh I am dying on the inside. I can't believe it just ended like that. I had some misgivings at first because I really was expecting a lot for this one, but eventually it ramped up so much that I was engulfed in the swirling characters, romance, and politics. I need the next one. (But if there is a love triangle I will throw this book off a cliff).
This was a really exciting book. Kestrel, the headstrong daughter of a general, ends up in the slave market. And to her surprise, she is compelled to ...more
This was a really exciting book. Kestrel, the headstrong daughter of a general, ends up in the slave market. And to her surprise, she is compelled to ...more
My star rating:
Plot: 5/5
Pacing: 4.5/5
Characters: 4.5/5
World: 5/5
Romance: 4.5/5
Enjoyment level: 5/5 stars
I have the second one in the series, but I am going to wait (!) until the 3rd comes out and marathon the series. Absolutely fabulous YA fantasy. I very very rarely buy hardcovers but I am so glad I invested in this series. =)
Plot: 5/5
Pacing: 4.5/5
Characters: 4.5/5
World: 5/5
Romance: 4.5/5
Enjoyment level: 5/5 stars
I have the second one in the series, but I am going to wait (!) until the 3rd comes out and marathon the series. Absolutely fabulous YA fantasy. I very very rarely buy hardcovers but I am so glad I invested in this series. =)
Read my review of both books in this series on FickleLit.
The Winner’s Curse is mostly romance. Kestrel and Arin’s relationship seems doomed from the beginning. How could it be anything other than secret? I appreciate the nature of their relationship. Though there’s an immediate attraction, the relationship is slowly won, as stereotypes and prejudices are broken down. As the story unfolds and Arin’s secrets are revealed, their relationship becomes even more complicated. Both must choose between f ...more
The Winner’s Curse is mostly romance. Kestrel and Arin’s relationship seems doomed from the beginning. How could it be anything other than secret? I appreciate the nature of their relationship. Though there’s an immediate attraction, the relationship is slowly won, as stereotypes and prejudices are broken down. As the story unfolds and Arin’s secrets are revealed, their relationship becomes even more complicated. Both must choose between f ...more
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