ubalstecha's review
4.0
Not bad for a first novel. Pretty standard fantasy fare, with a gate between two worlds, and a medeval style war being chaged with the addition of guns. Nice use of (and knowledge of) horses. The author has left the door open for a sequel, which I will pick up if and when it comes out.
bookadventurer's review
4.0
I'm so CONFLICTED. While it took awhile for the story to get really started, slowly I got hooked on the experiences of our modern day heroines in the alternate, medieval-based world on the other side of the Gordath. The modern equestrian setting felt a little too convenient (Lynn and Kate aren't too out of their depth when they're required to ride everywhere), but there are some interesting plot elements that develop out of it.
Kate and Lynn both had great storylines, but I enjoyed Kate's especially, since she's so young and yet so strong. Her experiences really run her through the wringer, but she manages to grow and thrive. Lynn also had great adventures, but hers was more focused on romance (and a love TRIANGLE, sheesh).
I figured out all the plot twists and angles before they were revealed, but that's fun, too - it spikes the suspense as I wait to find out if I'm right.
It REALLY needs a sequel.
Kate and Lynn both had great storylines, but I enjoyed Kate's especially, since she's so young and yet so strong. Her experiences really run her through the wringer, but she manages to grow and thrive. Lynn also had great adventures, but hers was more focused on romance (and a love TRIANGLE, sheesh).
I figured out all the plot twists and angles before they were revealed, but that's fun, too - it spikes the suspense as I wait to find out if I'm right.
It REALLY needs a sequel.
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