Perhaps not surprisingly for a first novel, it was a little choppy and started slow; a little rough around the edges you might say. But once it gets going in has a pretty good pace and there is a flurry of activity and resolution at the end.
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I enjoyed finishing up this series via audio book. I thought Ness really wrestled with some interesting aspects; ideas like the tension between the quest for peace and the requirements of leadership and self-defense; and issues of trust and betrayal (and the related issue of whether people can truly change).
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A Girl’s Guide to Life is a simple and earnest little book of life advice for girls. It is a quick read with illustrations that have an old fashioned feel and a great backstory. It would make a nice gift for the 7-11 year olds in your life.
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I really enjoyed listening to this second book in the car. A creative, witty, and fun series. Can’t wait to listen to or read the third book.
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It wasn’t laugh out loud funny, at least to me, but it was witty and droll. With a number of interesting characters this first in a series was entertaining enough to make me want to continue on to book number two.
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It wasn’t laugh out loud funny, at least to me, but it was witty and droll. With a number of interesting characters this first in a series was entertaining enough to make me want to continue on to book number two.
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The mystery builds its tension nicely and there are a couple of plot twists to add excitement. Jules is a strong female protagonist with personality and character. And the circus is a unique enough setting to make it that much more enjoyable.
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The mystery builds its tension nicely and there are a couple of plot twists to add excitement. Jules is a strong female protagonist with personality and character. And the circus is a unique enough setting to make it that much more enjoyable.
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One of those experiments that works well for some, not at all for others, but can be appreciated by many. You may or may not buy the premise, but the unique style and perspective makes for an interesting read and an appreciation for the creativity and imagination of the author.
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