sassyowlreads's Reviews (910)

1666 was a difficult book to get through at times but was that just means it was worth reading. It technically is about three Patawomeck women but a bulk of the story is told through two of their points of view. The Lora Chilton did not sugar coat the brutality they endured following the massacre of their tribe. It's an all to believable tale of slavery, suffering, and strength. 

Thanks so much to Netgalley and the publisher for the e-arc!

I really wanted to like Lore of the Wilds but found myself often losing interest of being annoyed. Lore's magic never really makes sense and the romances felt forced. But I loved that there was so much diversity and Lore's struggles with caring for her curls was addressed. If this had been marketed as a YA or even cozy fantasy, I think it would have been a 4 star book but I expected more from Lore's character and she ultimately did a lot of nothing. This story had great bones but was unfortunately lacking consistent pacing and character/plot development.

Thanks so much to Netgalley and the publisher for the e-arc!