I've been recommended this book many times and people seem to love it, but I just didn't enjoy it. I found it too fast-paced, and was often confused about what was happening and how the magic was working. I wish it had been a little slower, with more time dedicated to world-building and character development. Sabriel was a completely flat character for me

and I found her falling in love with literally the only man she came into contact with really annoying

. I might give the second book a go and see how I get on with it given how many people really love this series, but possibly these books just aren't for me.