Review Detail

Learning more about a world that is so fantastically done is really a treat and this story is written in the same engaging, easy flowing way as the rest of the series.

Careen is leaving her old life behind to attend a prestigious university. She travels far, with few belongings, and is determined to make something of her life. But it isn't as simple as that. At every turn, Career faces discrimination and outright scorn. No one believes she belongs - well, other than the cooky professor. Yet she continues on, because really, what else can she do?

What I liked:
Careen. Once again, we get to follow a character that is incredibly well done. Many many books out there feature strong female characters, but in their strength, they lose something. It's a balancing act and one that Ms. Lawson is very good at. Strength does not have to equal a lack of vulnerability. Vulnerability makes a character sympathetic. It's what makes us as the reader believe we could truly know the character. Careen is an incredibly well-balanced female lead.

What was just okay for me:
I want more. This story is very short and I guess that's okay because it's only a prequel, but nothing really happens. There are some conversations and setting up of the events of the series, but no real action.

Final Verdict:
Anyone who loves this series will be drawn to this book for the simple act of staying in this world just a little bit longer and they won't be disappointed.