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A River Enchanted by Rebecca Ross

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emprest's review against another edition

4.0

Okay so I actually loved this book and I think I enjoyed it more than Divine Rivals overall but I think it just took me longer to get invested but I'm really looking forward to cracking open the sequel

seharrington's review against another edition

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5.0

I may need to revisit this rating, as I feel I’m hovering around 4.5 stars.

First off, the writing in this book is gorgeous. From the very beginning, it was full of lines that made me pause: “He was tall and thin, as if he had been underfed for years, built from sharp angles and unyielding pride.” I mean?! THAT is a character introduction. This story just made you root for love in all forms: familial, romantic, friendship, and more. Am admittedly fond of Fey mythology, and this was such a fresh take on the magical elements. The myths within the story! Superb! Loved how they foreshadowed future plot points (will we see Jack sing for the fire spirits in book 2?

sanscha's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful mysterious relaxing slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

FINALLY MY DROUGHT IS OVER. After five books in a row were two star reads for me I felt cursed. I was almost expecting to be disappointed with this one as well but lo and behold, this was absolutely delightful. A novel dripping in atmosphere and vibrant characters is what I needed and is exactly what I got.

boydkaylaa's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional inspiring reflective medium-paced

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

4.5

molly11's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional lighthearted mysterious relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

I loved this blend of magic and mystery and music and folklore. The Scottish inspiration was one of my favorite parts, as well as the characterization of the island of Cadence with its moving lands and loveable characters.

The plot was a liiiittle simple and predictable but kept me engaged and made for a cozy read. The romance writing fell a little flat for me.

But I’m definitely gonna read the second one.

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