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chloelj27's review
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Thank you Faith Prince for sending me an e-copy on exchange for an honest review.
Firstly, I loved the idea behind Wild Souls and how Ethan could see into someone’s soul. I think many people would think it’s an interesting power to have, but I loved the struggles Prince showed through Ethan about it being quite unnerving. The visualisations described such as snakes choking to show the effect of a controlling relationship was so powerful. Ethan’s friendship/relationship with Jenna was really sweet and endearing, and gave that lightheartedness when the book needed it.
I think at times, the story lacked a little something, which I’m not sure exactly what, but I felt a little lost occasionally.
The characters themselves were likeable and were written well to fit the YA genre.
For a debut novel, this was a great read and you can see the potential Prince has. I look forward to her future work.
Firstly, I loved the idea behind Wild Souls and how Ethan could see into someone’s soul. I think many people would think it’s an interesting power to have, but I loved the struggles Prince showed through Ethan about it being quite unnerving. The visualisations described such as snakes choking to show the effect of a controlling relationship was so powerful. Ethan’s friendship/relationship with Jenna was really sweet and endearing, and gave that lightheartedness when the book needed it.
I think at times, the story lacked a little something, which I’m not sure exactly what, but I felt a little lost occasionally.
The characters themselves were likeable and were written well to fit the YA genre.
For a debut novel, this was a great read and you can see the potential Prince has. I look forward to her future work.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Abandonment, and Gaslighting
Minor: Kidnapping, Sexual assault, Violence, Murder, and Rape
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