A review by readingwithtemperance
The Name-Bearer by Natalia Hernandez

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

4.5

This was fantastic. I am so thoroughly impressed by this book. The only reason it isn't 5 stars is because the ending felt rushed. However, I am SO excited to read the sequel. I'll probably be starting it almost immediately. 

Something I loved about this book was that the name bearer has no name. And when she goes through transitions in her life
name bearer to living amongst warrior women and again when she leaves them
she gives herself a new name. The meaning coordinating with the purpose of each new life. There was so much beauty in that. Names truly hold so much power. 

The friendship in this book was probably my favorite aspect. Watching them grow from young girls to women was incredible. 

I thought the concept of this book was utterly fascinating. I hope to learn more about the flowers of prophecy and their origin in the sequel.
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