Anne Marie 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?

Anne Marie It depends what you're looking for. It stays a bit slow, but the characterization becomes a bit less shallow until the characters are finally interest…moreIt depends what you're looking for. It stays a bit slow, but the characterization becomes a bit less shallow until the characters are finally interesting by the end. And at about the halfway point the exploration of the graces starts to become interesting and that's where I started to really enjoy it instead of struggle with it. It might also help you to know that the author does eventually introduce an antagonist who challenges Katsa's grace. You probably won't enjoy it unless you enjoy delving into how magic works (as in, what exactly can and can't be done by a specific individual) and what's going on with a character emotionally. In terms of action based plot, the story is never fast paced for long. I feel like this is definitely one YA novel that's better for teenagers than adults... some manage to feel like they were written for adults TOO and just happen to have teenage protagonists... not so much this one.(less)

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