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bookswithbrittany's review against another edition
Based on other 2 ⭐️ reviews, I think that’s where this was headed for me. It felt dull and the author didn’t give enough to keep me invested. I’m sure there is pay off but I’m not willing to read through this to find it.
carlyanderson5113's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
gsyengle's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
jennrid's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
midnightstarshine's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
citrusreads's review against another edition
It's very lore heavy. Like lots of exposition dumb. I'm not ready for that.
jaredt's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
'Hope could be just as painful as grief, I'd found.'
I eyed this book for ages before finally getting it. It sounded right up my alley, and it absolutely hit all the beats that make for a great story.
Nice world building, not overly wordy and technical, gives information as is relevant to the plot, character's natures, or immediate lore for the scene.
I REALLY enjoyed the style of writing. It's multiple perspectives, mostly first person BUT also third and some second, and it works well for the structure of the book.
The sign language, the pronouns usage within a fantasy setting, the connection of gender and reflections of between Everen and Arcady are seemingly small but impactful moments that made my heart sore. It's part of the civilization Arcady lives in. It gives rise for Everen voicing his own thoughts about being the last male among his people. I eat up this introspection and conversations about such.
I'm also so fascinated how the story closed out, and I while I thought I wasn't going to like the few side characters that are there, I really enjoyed how the end of the book dealt with them. I am very curious to see what the second part of this story brings to the table.
Mild spoilers: I really enjoyed the way the romance plays out. While there is a clear physical attraction near the start, the emotional attractions takes a while to form, and even then it's not simply 'I love you now above all else' it's more like, how to navigate that growing love while also dealing with the burdens of duty, whether decided for oneself (Everen) or taken upon themselves willingly (Arcady).
I feel like I could talk on and on about this book, and indeed I would love more people who are into dragons, and gender inclusive fantasy, and nice steady conflict to give this a look. Especially good if you want a story where the romance is super important to the main relationship, but it is not the only thing fueling the plot.
I eyed this book for ages before finally getting it. It sounded right up my alley, and it absolutely hit all the beats that make for a great story.
Nice world building, not overly wordy and technical, gives information as is relevant to the plot, character's natures, or immediate lore for the scene.
I REALLY enjoyed the style of writing. It's multiple perspectives, mostly first person BUT also third and some second, and it works well for the structure of the book.
The sign language, the pronouns usage within a fantasy setting, the connection of gender and reflections of between Everen and Arcady are seemingly small but impactful moments that made my heart sore. It's part of the civilization Arcady lives in. It gives rise for Everen voicing his own thoughts about being the last male among his people. I eat up this introspection and conversations about such.
I'm also so fascinated how the story closed out, and I while I thought I wasn't going to like the few side characters that are there, I really enjoyed how the end of the book dealt with them. I am very curious to see what the second part of this story brings to the table.
Mild spoilers: I really enjoyed the way the romance plays out.
I feel like I could talk on and on about this book, and indeed I would love more people who are into dragons, and gender inclusive fantasy, and nice steady conflict to give this a look. Especially good if you want a story where the romance is super important to the main relationship, but it is not the only thing fueling the plot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
bees_glorious_reads's review against another edition
5.0
✨ BOOK REVIEW ✨
Dragonfall by L.R. Lam
STAR RATING: 5/5⭐️
Review:
An exciting and very thrilling story of a dragon and a human having to work together. There are so many twists and turns, who is betraying who? Who is on the other’s side? It keeps you on your toes! I was eager to keep reading and see who would win in the end. The story does an amazing job showing how being who you want to be, in whatever gender or form that might be, is okay. You’re allowed to be comfortable. It’s lovely.
Favorite quote:
“For if there was one thing I’d learned in my life, it was that knowledge was power. Knowledge was escape. Books were thresholds, and you could cross them and leave yourself behind, or use what you found inside to transform into someone else. Each book I read was another brick in constructing Arcady Dalca.”
deannamcoso's review against another edition
I just unfortunately could not get into the writing style