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Great New Sequel

Revisado: 09-13-18

I really enjoyed this next book. Aleks is definitely becoming my favorite character in the series. Seeing him face his fear, and his fate, in accepting who he is, has made me think, and reminds me of my own individual quest for identity.

The story on the whole is intriguing, and I’m looking forward to the next installment.

Michele is becoming an excellent storyteller. I thoroughly enjoyed her performance of this book.

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The characters continue to grow...

Revisado: 12-19-17

I was given a copy in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this new addition into the world of Zaria Fierce. Catching up with all the old friends, and getting to know them better, with the introduction of a few new ones.

Aleks and his sister have some interesting things to work through, I’m looking forward to seeing where it goes, and if she matures.

Michele’s reading continues to improve, I really enjoyed her performance of this book.

And as always, Gillett uses some great words throughout. Keeps me paying attention, and my vocabulary sharp.

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Highly enjoyable.

Revisado: 02-13-16

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I came across this book entirely by accident, I joined some audiobook group and this was the book they gave me for signing up. All I can say is - wow. I would never have read this book outside of someone recommending it to me, the cover looks like romance, and it contains paranormal activity (ghosts) which I tend to view with skepticism.

I thorough enjoyed it. I liked Avery Lane and her friend Jen, and, for the most part, they were pretty well developed. Her initial break up with her boy friend of five years seemed a little forced at the beginning, but on the whole the motives and reasoning of the characters felt realistic. Avery does tend to over react without giving people a chance to explain, but given her personal experiences it's understandable.

I really liked all the history included, I'll be reading more about the Roanoke Colony. Elinor was a wonderful character, I don't know how much of her story is fictional (at the time of this review) but on the whole her letters felt pretty historically accurate in style (other than calling her husband "amazing" at one point, which sounded a little too modern).

Caprisha Page did an excellent job with narration, I enjoyed her voice. She didn't do much in the way of distinct voice differences for characters, but it was always clear who was speaking.

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Excellent sequel!

Revisado: 01-16-16

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I really enjoyed the starting book of the trilogy, and this one does not disappoint. It does suffer from the usual "incompleteness" syndrome that is hereditary in the middle episodes of a series, but it does a good job of raising the stakes for the last book.

I find the tone charming throughout, the banter between Zaria and her friends is rather humorous, and the new setting and creatures keep things rolling. Now I guess I have to wait a few months for the final installment.

Audio-wise, I really like Michele Carpenter's voice, she keep the characters unique, and enunciates clearly even with some of the harder voices she does. And she sings well!

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Fun listening!

Revisado: 01-16-16

What other book might you compare Zaria Fierce and the Secret of Gloomwood Forest to and why?

I liked the setting, it was reminiscent of Tolkien's Hobbit, and a hint of Grimm's with modern day touches.

What does Michele Carpenter bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I really enjoyed her reading, it's easy on the ears, and she does a good job of keeping all the character voices unique and separate.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I did listen to it all in one sitting, so, yes!

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I have to say I had no idea what to expect, but I enjoyed this much more than anticipated. Zaria is lovable and kind, and her friends are brave and supportive. And their adventures, while significantly less violent and hair-raising than much of modern fantasy, is, in my opinion, perfect for its intended audience.

I enjoy the writing style, it flows well, and is far more mature in phrasing and dialogue than most YA fiction I've read. Gillett does like her big words, and this book will definitely push a child's vocabulary skills. I think I came across a word or two I wasn't familiar with.

Bonus points for not using any repetitive slang words or phrases like so many YA books.

I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.

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