I loved this book so much!! I can tell that a lot of research went into this book. Initially, this was a cover-buy for me. However, the story itself did not disappoint. Bashardoust's writing style quickly engulfed me into this fairytale-like-world.
The author did an excellent job of not only bring this world alive but also in writing complex characters. Soraya's journey is one of self-love and self-acceptance. As a reader, I could see, and pinpoint, her growth clearly throughout the novel. She went from being ashamed of herself to being proud of who she stands for as a person. She also went from being alone and craving acceptance, to finding people who accept her for who she is as a person. I also felt a lot of the side characters, and the antagonist was fleshed out well. I felt that most of these characters were very much 3d in writing. They all made choices, both good and bad, that affected those around them. My only critique is that I wished Ramin had a little bit more page-time and was fleshed out better.
The plot was fast-paced and the chapters flowed nicely. I felt it wrapped up nicely at the end. This is the first time I've read a sleeping-beauty retelling. This book even has hints of Rapunzel in it.
Overall, this book did disappoint me. Its plot, characters and fairytale world were as enchanting as the cover itself.
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I have not read the book yet but my copy came damaged with dirt on the cover- not impressed.
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Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on August 19, 2020
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Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on April 5, 2021
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I have not read the book yet but my copy came damaged with dirt on the cover- not impressed.
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Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on January 22, 2021
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Book arrived on time but in distressed shape. A little torn at the corner and the front cover is quite filthy.
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Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on April 25, 2021
I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants a good read fron start to finish.
Bashardoust's writing style had me pulled into her story from the very beginning. Her characters were so well writing and complex and likable that you wanted to join them on the adventure and see how their story would end.
This is the first book that i have read that did not take place in North America or England and it wont be the last.
This is also the first book that I have read of Bashardoust, and it wont be the last!
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Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on April 25, 2021
This is probably one of my favorite books!Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on April 25, 2021
I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants a good read fron start to finish.
Bashardoust's writing style had me pulled into her story from the very beginning. Her characters were so well writing and complex and likable that you wanted to join them on the adventure and see how their story would end.
This is the first book that i have read that did not take place in North America or England and it wont be the last.
This is also the first book that I have read of Bashardoust, and it wont be the last!
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KT
Gripping dark fairy tale
Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 17, 2020Verified Purchase
Jess Gofton
A lot of style, not as much substance
Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on September 22, 2021Verified Purchase
Kristel Greer
A great premise but the storytelling left the plots and character development a little flat.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 18, 2022Verified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 18, 2022
When temptation beckons, Soraya ventures out of her secluded garden and discovers two important things. A demon in the palace dungeons claims to have answers to why she was cursed and how to undo it but all good things come with a price and Soraya's price might reveal secrets of her family's past that could destroy her body and soul.
The other thing Soraya finds is a young man who isn’t afraid of her ability to kill with a single touch. He embraces her and tries to show her the power within herself and the joyous life she could have if she only reached for it. But as he has shown up out of the blue and sought her out, is he a true ally or could he have an ulterior motive for coaxing Soraya away from the life she knows?
When Soraya makes decisions that affect her, her family and the entire kingdom she starts to question whether the curse was put in place to punish her or to protect everyone else from her? Is she as innocent and as human as she always thought?
🌟🌟🌟.5 I was intrigued by the premise of this book and the characters with their complex and fascinating backstories but was disappointed by how it all played out. It started well and had me hooked with the unsettling yet captivating curse surrounding Soraya but as the plot developed the story lacked pace and I lost interest in many of the characters. Overall, I found the book had a great idea to it but the storytelling left the plots and character development a little flat.
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Michelle
Brilliant and unique
Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on September 20, 2020Verified Purchase
Mr Miller
Beatiful cover and story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 18, 2021Verified Purchase
