My World...in words and pages: Book Review: Shaedes of Gray

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Book Review: Shaedes of Gray

Shaedes of Gray by Amanda Bonilla
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was drawn into the world and learning things with the Shaedes and about Darian.

This is the first book in the series, so I did find it started a little on the slower side. And, though I know Darian has been sheltered and lived alone, there were many times I struggled that she didn't ever think about "that" or was so completely put out when learning things. I just wanted to say, Um, you're not human either. lol.

I very much enjoyed the world that we are introduced to and what we learn about Darian. I've picked up the next books as by the end of the book I was taken with it all. I look forward to continuing on with Darian and her adventures with some amazing friends.

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Carole RaeJanuary 5, 2023 at 11:57 AM
Hopefully the next is even better!
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Book Review: Shaedes of Gray

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