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Holy cow! I was totally entranced by this book! I devoured it! I have read The Faerie Path by Frewin Jones and enjoyed it, so I was excited to read this series. It did not disappoint!

The story line is great, and the characters make you feel for them. I admit at times I had tears in my eyes! It is a short book in the fact that the events happen in only a few days time, but that isn't a horrible thing to read. I loved Branwen's character and how much she changed once she really figured out who she was.

Something I would love to see from the author is a prequel series about Lady Alis ap Owain (Branwen's mother) and how she became who she was! Fans of Tamora Pierce and Alanna will love this book! 5 out of 5 stars!

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Reviewed by The Story Siren for TeensReadToo.com

It takes just a moment for fifteen-year-old Branwen's life to change forever.

In the blink of an eye, the Saxons attack and her brother is killed. Almost as quickly, she is sent away from her home to a neighboring stronghold where she'll be safe from harm. Now Branwen lives as a princess should -- surrounded by exquisite things and lavish quarters.

But deep down inside remains the soul of a warrior.

Just when Branwen is sure she has been pushed to her limits, a chance encounter with a mystical woman in white forces her to question everything -- and everyone -- around her. With no time to lose, Branwen must make a choice: continue in the path her parents intended for her . . . or step into the role of a true Warrior Princess.

I'm a fan of Jones's THE FAERIE PATH books, so when I heard he had a new series coming out, I was very excited. Jones has a very descriptive writing style yet doesn't exhaust the reader in mundane details. WARRIOR PRINCESS is no exception.

I really enjoyed Branwen's story, and while at times I had problems with the character personally, she redeemed herself many times over. One of those redeeming moments being Branwen's change from the awkwardness of childhood to a prominent and determined young woman.

I think if I had to label this novel I'd call it a historical fantasy. I appreciated the historically accurate details that were depicted throughout the novel.

I'm hoping that this is the beginning of a series, because the ending leaves many questions unanswered. Overall, an entertaining, faced-paced read that is sure to conquer fans of both fantasy and historical fiction!

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Though a bit wordy and a bit too detailed in spots, this book was still a good read. Dealing with destiny and what the gods want for the princess, it proved to be a good steady read. The detailed parts of the landscape and people could draw it out a little, but otherwise it looks good.

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