Natasha Tonge answers “I've tried to read this book twice and got...”

A Goodreads user asked this question about Graceling (Graceling Realm, #1):

I've tried to read this book twice and got to page 40 and still bored out of my mind...Does it get any better and is it worth it?

Natasha Tonge No...it really doesn't. There are 3 maybe 4 dramatic scenes over the course of the book. The first is the first 100 pages or so when the main characte…moreNo...it really doesn't. There are 3 maybe 4 dramatic scenes over the course of the book. The first is the first 100 pages or so when the main characters are getting to know each other then there is a lot of traveling. A LOT of traveling. If you really love the main characters then it might keep you entertained to see them developing their friendship but if you're kind of eh about them anyway and reading for the plot then forget about. Try the first 100 pages or so - at least until they start traveling and if you're still bored out of your mind (like I was) then I don't recommend continuing.(less)

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