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A review by songmingi
Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
5.0
Maybe I'm being too kind in giving this book five stars but I enjoyed reading it a lot, and hence atleast in terms of fulfillment it's a five star read.
This is book is so magical and fairytale like, the writing is vivid and expressive. It gave me the feeling of reading a fairytale when I was a child, without feeling childish or oversimplified. I know it is in part a re-telling of a myth and you can definitely tell as the storytelling has the feel of an old myth without feeling dated.
It was so easy to read, yet the plot was compelling and engaging. I could never predict what could happen next so I was always on my toes. I also don't gravitate towards romance however the romantic elements were so sweet and touching, and importantly for me they don't take away from the main plotline of the book.
I think this is good lighthearted fantasy read for those who still want to go on an interesting adventure without a lot of angst. It a fun enchanting read.
This is book is so magical and fairytale like, the writing is vivid and expressive. It gave me the feeling of reading a fairytale when I was a child, without feeling childish or oversimplified. I know it is in part a re-telling of a myth and you can definitely tell as the storytelling has the feel of an old myth without feeling dated.
It was so easy to read, yet the plot was compelling and engaging. I could never predict what could happen next so I was always on my toes. I also don't gravitate towards romance however the romantic elements were so sweet and touching, and importantly for me they don't take away from the main plotline of the book.
I think this is good lighthearted fantasy read for those who still want to go on an interesting adventure without a lot of angst. It a fun enchanting read.