Book Review for: The Invasion of the Tearling
Written by: Erika Johansen
Harper Collins
ISBN: 978-0-06-229039-7
I read: the hardback
5 Stars
Riveting storytelling!
Johansen pens an enthralling sequel with "The Invasion
of the Tearling." Kelsea's kingdom is invaded by the Mort, and she must
master her power and secrets or the Tear will die.
Picking up where book one leaves off, Kelsea is preparing for
invasion. While this is heavy on her mind so are other matters - the Arvath and
their greed, her emotional growing pains, and her struggles to teach herself
the power of her sapphires. Secrets, too, threaten to undermine her. Who really
is the red queen? What is the Fetch trying to atone for, and why does Row Finn
need forgiveness?
Johansen's writing is easy to read and she's a master at
dropping clues. It's the reader's job to put them together. The plot pushes
forward like a locomotive, unable to hold back.
The characterization is spot on, depicting Kelsea's triumphs,
and emotional struggles with the darkness from the stones that threatens to engulf
her. The supporting cast each have stories that tug on the reader's heartstrings.
Invasion of the Tearling is a fictional fantasy novel that I
would recommend for 18 years old and up for strong language, drug use, and
sexual situations. It's a fantastic read, completely riveting, and will leave
the reader breathless. I couldn't stop turning the pages!
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