Before I leap into my criticisms, I want to say that this was a very good book and I can't wait to read the rest of the series. The plot was exceptionally cute and clever, the characters likable and (with few exceptions) realistic and made me want to keep reading.
On the flip side...sometimes I felt like I didn't understand what some of the sub-plots had to do with the main theme of the book. It all became clear in the end when everything came together, but it was a long time in getting there and nagged at me for most of the book.
At the same time, the writing is not exceptionally engaging. It sort of felt like reading a kid's novel that had an adult theme at points. A very odd sensation that is difficult to put into words. I guess the best way to describe it is that the reading was easy and quick.
All in all, a fun, mindless read that will keep you entertained, if not necessarily enthralled. Four stars.
On the flip side...sometimes I felt like I didn't understand what some of the sub-plots had to do with the main theme of the book. It all became clear in the end when everything came together, but it was a long time in getting there and nagged at me for most of the book.
At the same time, the writing is not exceptionally engaging. It sort of felt like reading a kid's novel that had an adult theme at points. A very odd sensation that is difficult to put into words. I guess the best way to describe it is that the reading was easy and quick.
All in all, a fun, mindless read that will keep you entertained, if not necessarily enthralled. Four stars.
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