Eolyn

Eolyn by Karin Rita Gastreich was an amazing read.

I like to predict how a story will go as I begin reading it and at first I had some pretty predictions, that then happily were off. Karin Gastreich took a fantasy story and gave it fresh life. Eolyn is wonderfully human, so we can all relate to her. She's stubborn, willful, hopeful, and loves life. Her adventure was so realistic to me that I really loved to not be able to guess the ending.

Here's a link to her blog about Eolyn and its upcoming companion novel due out next year.

Brown

Crimson Crown

I've been looking forward to the last book in this series for a long time. I had to wait months to get one of the libraries two copies.

It is amazing to see how Cinda Williams Chima's writing has changed over this series. I kept being wowed by it. Also, how the plot logically builds on itself appropriately according to the personalities of the characters. I loved it.

I just loved this book, it will definitely be going in my home library as soon as I have a permanent base of residence.

I love Raisa and Mellony's relationship and how Mellony isn't just the bratty little sister. I love how Raisa tried to have a relationship with her. That's how I feel about mine and Blue's relationship. It's something we worked on to be friends. A lot of people don't understand that you can be friends with your family.

I will say Raisa is my favorite character, but you'll have to read the book to find out why.

Brown

Skulduggery Pleasant: Dark Days

Brown called (waking me up, which is just about possible at any time of day), and insisted I read Skulduggery Pleasant. Once I was conscious enough, I logged onto my library's website and requested it. As Brown said, it's quirky and funny. It's also the first of what is to be a nine part series.

Just one problem.  The series isn't finished yet. My library had through the fifth book (Mortal Coil), but Dark Days is where I stopped reading. 1) Safety issues. It ends on a fairly safe note (which is more than I can say for #3, The Faceless Ones), and I am satisfied to perch there until I can gather all nine volumes around me and devour them. I don't want to be driven insane waiting for the next few years. 2) I think #1 is sufficient.

Dark Days is a thoroughly good book. I read it, picked up the fifth book, put down the fifth book, and re-read it. And then re-read my favorite bits all over again.

I love the characters, their wit and banter, and how Landy delves deeper into their psyche. I found out just how much it hurt to laugh with a broken sternum because of these books.


Blue