A review by makexbelieve
The Ship of Shadows, by Maria Kuzniar
5.0
This pirate (and cake!) filled adventure story is gripping from the first page to the last and I was so exited to be asked to take part in the blog tour for it. Here are three reasons I loved this story and think you will too:
1. I loved the magic in this story. The shadows, the unexpected rooms, everything was so wonderful. Young readers will adore this world and be desperate to visit. It's full of surprises and amazement, and felt like a story where anything could happen. There is so much more I want to know about Kuzniar's world and I'm already looking forward to book two.
2. The settings in The Ship of Shadows were rich and full of details. I'm not sure I could pick a favourite location because they were all so fantastic. They come to life with vivid descriptions, sights and smells, and I would have stepped into the pages if I could.
3. I couldn't possibly end this review without mentioning Kuzniar's brilliant band of pirates. They were all unique and exciting, and readers will be desperate to sign up to join Captain Quint's crew. I particularly loved Frances and her fondness for cake. Aleja's desire for adventure is also contagious. She's a brave, clever and resourceful protagonist.
I can't wait to discover what adventures this exciting explorers get up to in book two. The Ship of Shadows is not to be missed.
1. I loved the magic in this story. The shadows, the unexpected rooms, everything was so wonderful. Young readers will adore this world and be desperate to visit. It's full of surprises and amazement, and felt like a story where anything could happen. There is so much more I want to know about Kuzniar's world and I'm already looking forward to book two.
2. The settings in The Ship of Shadows were rich and full of details. I'm not sure I could pick a favourite location because they were all so fantastic. They come to life with vivid descriptions, sights and smells, and I would have stepped into the pages if I could.
3. I couldn't possibly end this review without mentioning Kuzniar's brilliant band of pirates. They were all unique and exciting, and readers will be desperate to sign up to join Captain Quint's crew. I particularly loved Frances and her fondness for cake. Aleja's desire for adventure is also contagious. She's a brave, clever and resourceful protagonist.
I can't wait to discover what adventures this exciting explorers get up to in book two. The Ship of Shadows is not to be missed.