Reviews

A Song of Wraiths & Ruin by Roseanne A. Brown

writer6's review against another edition

2.0

I really wanted to love A Song of Wraiths and Ruin, but I ultimately found it to be an incredibly frustrating book to get through. As far as I'm concerned, this book's biggest downfall is the fact I thought that Karina and Malik were both rather annoying characters, each in their own way. That being said, Malik was my favorite of the two characters. The romance between the two of them was also handled very poorly; especially given the whole insta-love nature of the whole thing, and Malik's younger sister, Nadia's, life was also at stake throughout the whole process. Despite all of the frustrating aspects that I think that this book has, I do want to read the sequel, A Psalm of Storms and Silence, since the series is only a duology, and I was admittedly incredibly intrigued how things were left with Malik at the end of A Song of Wraiths and Ruin.

My rating/score: 2 1/2 out of 5 stars on Goodreads' rating system / 5 out of 10 on my own personal scoring system.

kamikay's review against another edition

it’s honestly very good! intriguing setting and vivid descriptions; the world seemed to be influenced by studio ghibli’s movies and atla, while still being its own, unique, colourful thing. 

I just think it was meant for a younger audience than I. Mid- or young teens, I think. the characters are a bit rudimentary and simplistic in their characterisation, but still likeable enough. would definitely recommend to my cousins, if they were into reading at all. 

a_chickletz's review against another edition

5.0

I honestly enjoyed this book. I like finding new books to add to my list of 'hey, you're a teen you should read this instead of this'. This book is one of those.

I loved the villain, I loved what was at stake, I love the ending and how it turned out (though there is much fear over the outcome of our two heroes). I am disappointed there will only be one more book and it is to be a duo-logy. I think that there is enough myth, magic, and world-building to milk this out for a couple more.

mysteriesofmar's review against another edition

5.0

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julia206's review against another edition

adventurous dark reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

3ttj3's review against another edition

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

nastian's review against another edition

5.0

Honestly some of the best fantasy books I've read.
I never understood why fantasy cannot be more inclusive and I'm so glad I came across this book. Not only that but the narrative is so good and fresh, I couldn't put it down.
10/10, can't wait to get started on the next one

irreverent_reader's review against another edition

adventurous emotional 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

5.0

sorumn's review against another edition

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

temporary_escaper's review against another edition

No rating because I DNFed it again