The Choice of Magic by Michael G. ManningMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is easily a great YA fantasy, one of the most engaging I've read in some time.
It's full of pretty normal tropes, but who cares when it's all deliciously executed. Early childhood, apprenticeship with a mysterious mentor, tragedy, war and mishaps and a mysterious female interest, and yet more mishaps. Normal, yes?
The proof is in the pudding, and I've read quite a few YA fantasies that are easily worse than this. Indeed, this is in the top 90%.
Worth it. Very fun.
Personal note:
If anyone reading my reviews is be interested in reading my SF (Very hard SF, mind you), I'm open to requests.
Just direct message me in goodreads or email me on my site. I'd love to get some eyes on my novels.
Arctunn.com
View all my reviews
No comments:
Post a Comment