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Jun 02, 2012
The FountainPenDiva, Old school geek chick and lover of teddy bears
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it was amazing
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review of another edition
ONE OF THE MOST UBER-AWESOME BOOKS IN THE WHOLE DAMN WORLD!!!
I've informed my family that I want a Thunder Tiger for Christmas. I've reassured them that it won't eat the mailman, but would be great for the annoying little nimrods who always walk on the lawn.
In spite of some minor misgivings, that I was setting myself up for disappointment (the way a glowing but VERY wrong review for Nightshade, along with the lack of diversity swore me off of L.A. Times YA Book Reviews forever),Stormdancer was s ...more
I've informed my family that I want a Thunder Tiger for Christmas. I've reassured them that it won't eat the mailman, but would be great for the annoying little nimrods who always walk on the lawn.
In spite of some minor misgivings, that I was setting myself up for disappointment (the way a glowing but VERY wrong review for Nightshade, along with the lack of diversity swore me off of L.A. Times YA Book Reviews forever),Stormdancer was s ...more
UPDATE 6/6/12: NOT UNTIL SEPTEMBER 18TH???!!!
But, but, but . . .
UPDATE 6/11/12: This book is seducing me to the point of no return. And I also have the hots for it, too. Can I have sex with book?
Pretty please? :3
Come on! Don't stop two lovers from true lust!! :'(
UPDATE 10/13/12: Yes. I got this book right now. *Book looks at me seductively* We are finally together. *chuckles* Now if you'll excuse me, I have a date. *closes the door and leaves a DO NOT DISTURB sign outside*
UPDATE 10/23/12: On h ...more
But, but, but . . .
UPDATE 6/11/12: This book is seducing me to the point of no return. And I also have the hots for it, too. Can I have sex with book?
Pretty please? :3
Come on! Don't stop two lovers from true lust!! :'(
UPDATE 10/13/12: Yes. I got this book right now. *Book looks at me seductively* We are finally together. *chuckles* Now if you'll excuse me, I have a date. *closes the door and leaves a DO NOT DISTURB sign outside*
UPDATE 10/23/12: On h ...more
To be honest, I was skeptical of this book’s self-proclaimed status as “Japanese steampunk.”* Still, I decided to give it chance because I love griffins and the book blurb promised me griffins. Sadly, my skepticism and doubts were not unfounded — Stormdancer’s use of Japanese culture as a convenient exotic setting was off-putting, to say the least.
The book takes place in Shima Isles (“Island” isles? Hm.) where Yukiko befriends a griffin (“thunder tiger”) and goes up against the dark conspiracies ...more
The book takes place in Shima Isles (“Island” isles? Hm.) where Yukiko befriends a griffin (“thunder tiger”) and goes up against the dark conspiracies ...more
Nov 03, 2011
Kathy (Kindle-aholic)
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really liked it
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review of another edition
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4.5 Stars - Great start to series.
When I first looked at this book, the words “Japanese Steampunk” made me giddy with joy. The seamless blend of mythology and technology along with a more traditional coming of age tale sets the stage for an epic fantasy series. It also made for an engrossing and enjoyable read.
For those readers who desire more magic in their stories, the islands of Shima are rich with legends, gods, oni, thunder tigers (griffins) and more. For those who crave more tech in their ...more
When I first looked at this book, the words “Japanese Steampunk” made me giddy with joy. The seamless blend of mythology and technology along with a more traditional coming of age tale sets the stage for an epic fantasy series. It also made for an engrossing and enjoyable read.
For those readers who desire more magic in their stories, the islands of Shima are rich with legends, gods, oni, thunder tigers (griffins) and more. For those who crave more tech in their ...more
This review and more can be found on my blog at: The Muses Circle
My Review: I was lucky enough to snag an ARC of this book back in August, but because of an unexpected illness, I am just now getting around to reviewing it. And I'm not going to lie, I have never been so conflicted over how to rate a book. I originally gave Stormdancer a 3 star rating, but after really thinking about it and hoping the sequel will help smooth out the kinks, I'm going out on a limb and giving it 4 stars.
First an ...more
My Review: I was lucky enough to snag an ARC of this book back in August, but because of an unexpected illness, I am just now getting around to reviewing it. And I'm not going to lie, I have never been so conflicted over how to rate a book. I originally gave Stormdancer a 3 star rating, but after really thinking about it and hoping the sequel will help smooth out the kinks, I'm going out on a limb and giving it 4 stars.
First an ...more
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Took 8 or 9 chapters to get going due to the world building, but the story is really cranking now and I love it! Despite the slow opening the world building is exquisite.
Apr 09, 2012
Ashley
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