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djkc to run to the bookstore with me last night so I could pick up book two. That there is an excellent sign.
I am a little behind on reading, and reviewing, this one as it has been out for a handful of years. I am happy I waited until now to read it, as I can now plow merrily through four more books rather than waiting for them to be written and released. I am unhappy I skipped over this one so many times while it sat, waiting for me to notice it, in my store as I really enjoyed reading it.
Cast In Shadow read like an excellent juxtaposition between traditional and urban fantasy. It had the fantastical world, peopled with a fun and interesting mix of peoples and cultures, and then the plot had all the overtones and quirks that usually trigger the urban designation. It was an intriguing read as a result.
I read some reviews that knocked the book for not spelling everything out for the reader, and all I can say is yes, the reader is expected to pick things up as the read and learn things on their own. If that does not appeal to you, this one will not tickle your fancy like it did mine. The reader does not get an introductory description/explanation of the world and its races. It is all revealed through events and interactions. There is enough to go on, and I was never left confused or foundering, so I am content with this method.
The protagonist is enjoyable and human. The series of murders that take up the bulk of the plot are distressing and weave and excellent sense of urgency throughout the book. I am very much looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series.
The blurb on the back does not do it justice. Dont do what I did and pass it by initially. It was a quick, good read. I stayed up well past my bedtime reading, and most definitely spent some time ignoring things like houswork and the boyfriend as I happily turned page after page.
djkc to run to the bookstore with me last night so I could pick up book two. That there is an excellent sign.I am a little behind on reading, and reviewing, this one as it has been out for a handful of years. I am happy I waited until now to read it, as I can now plow merrily through four more books rather than waiting for them to be written and released. I am unhappy I skipped over this one so many times while it sat, waiting for me to notice it, in my store as I really enjoyed reading it.
Cast In Shadow read like an excellent juxtaposition between traditional and urban fantasy. It had the fantastical world, peopled with a fun and interesting mix of peoples and cultures, and then the plot had all the overtones and quirks that usually trigger the urban designation. It was an intriguing read as a result.
I read some reviews that knocked the book for not spelling everything out for the reader, and all I can say is yes, the reader is expected to pick things up as the read and learn things on their own. If that does not appeal to you, this one will not tickle your fancy like it did mine. The reader does not get an introductory description/explanation of the world and its races. It is all revealed through events and interactions. There is enough to go on, and I was never left confused or foundering, so I am content with this method.
The protagonist is enjoyable and human. The series of murders that take up the bulk of the plot are distressing and weave and excellent sense of urgency throughout the book. I am very much looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series.
The blurb on the back does not do it justice. Dont do what I did and pass it by initially. It was a quick, good read. I stayed up well past my bedtime reading, and most definitely spent some time ignoring things like houswork and the boyfriend as I happily turned page after page.
