A review by lnocita
Graceling by Kristin Cashore

4.0

A very enjoyable fantasy with a strong and interesting protagonist. Fairly predictable but I liked the concept. However, none of the reviews I read in advance prepared me for what I consider gratuitous sex. Certainly I am no prude and sex is often a normal part of adult and young adult relationships, but it seemed out of place and intentionally placed to solely pique the attention of adolescent female readers. I think it could have been left out or toned down. It did not add to nor advance the story in a significant way. Consequently, this makes it more of a "chick" book, and an older chick book at that. I will be interested to see how my 6th and 7th grade book club readers react. Definitely a rated "M" for mature book.