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I found this book hard to get into at the beginning. (I had to look up the spark notes to figure out what was going on). It may have been because I was doing an audiobook. The story started to get really intriguing toward the end and I love how Jane's story isn't the typical "Oh you love me, lets get married" story. She is strong and independent.
Overview:
Based in World War II era, All The Light We Cannot See is based in Germany occupied Paris. Maire-Laure (one main character) lives in Paris with her father when Nazi's invade. They flee and meet up with her uncle, trying to keep out of sight. She is blind and learns how to effectively navigate the streets of Paris and her new home.
Werner (second main character) lives in Germany and is an expert in communication systems. His job is to help track down the resistance. Werner's and Marie-Laure's lives begin to intertwine as Werner's war mission brings him to Paris.
Rating: 4/5
Genre: Historical Fiction
POV: 3rd person
Theme: War, Survival, Courage
Review: Doerr has a really interesting writing style. This story jumps back and forth in time between Marie-Laure and Werner within the same chapter. It takes a while to figure out what is going on; however, the author is so descriptive with each storyline that it keeps you roped in. Marie-Laure's parts in particular are amazingly well written and allow the reader an inside to what it is like being a twelve year old blind girl. As the war continues, the relationships the author develops with the characters expands and you find yourself rooting for good to pursue.
Recommendation: Yes! Most definitely. Even if you are not into historical fiction, this is a must read!
Based in World War II era, All The Light We Cannot See is based in Germany occupied Paris. Maire-Laure (one main character) lives in Paris with her father when Nazi's invade. They flee and meet up with her uncle, trying to keep out of sight. She is blind and learns how to effectively navigate the streets of Paris and her new home.
Werner (second main character) lives in Germany and is an expert in communication systems. His job is to help track down the resistance. Werner's and Marie-Laure's lives begin to intertwine as Werner's war mission brings him to Paris.
Rating: 4/5
Genre: Historical Fiction
POV: 3rd person
Theme: War, Survival, Courage
Review: Doerr has a really interesting writing style. This story jumps back and forth in time between Marie-Laure and Werner within the same chapter. It takes a while to figure out what is going on; however, the author is so descriptive with each storyline that it keeps you roped in. Marie-Laure's parts in particular are amazingly well written and allow the reader an inside to what it is like being a twelve year old blind girl. As the war continues, the relationships the author develops with the characters expands and you find yourself rooting for good to pursue.
Recommendation: Yes! Most definitely. Even if you are not into historical fiction, this is a must read!
***Thank you to @nicolewniss for this #freebook in exchange for an honest review.***
#EmeraldDreams is written by Nicole Knight and is available on #amazon
Overview:
Violet is a normal girl living a normal high school life at a private school she doesn't really care for. She is not popular and has a couple enemies. She lives with her mom and grandma in their Victorian family home. One day, Violet and her mom are cleaning out the attic and Violet stumbles across some of her Great Grandmother's belongings. In these items, she finds a family heirloom that can transport her into a magical place and change her life forever.
Rating: 4/5
Genre: YA
POV: First Person
Theme: Fantasy, Action/Adventure, Magic
Review: This book was really well written and has a beautiful cover. The story flows nicely and has a really nice twist at the end (I already asked the author when book 2 was coming!!). Without giving too much detail, Violet's journey into this new world brings battles and magic; love and sorrow; happiness and regret.
Recommendation: Yes!
#EmeraldDreams is written by Nicole Knight and is available on #amazon
Overview:
Violet is a normal girl living a normal high school life at a private school she doesn't really care for. She is not popular and has a couple enemies. She lives with her mom and grandma in their Victorian family home. One day, Violet and her mom are cleaning out the attic and Violet stumbles across some of her Great Grandmother's belongings. In these items, she finds a family heirloom that can transport her into a magical place and change her life forever.
Rating: 4/5
Genre: YA
POV: First Person
Theme: Fantasy, Action/Adventure, Magic
Review: This book was really well written and has a beautiful cover. The story flows nicely and has a really nice twist at the end (I already asked the author when book 2 was coming!!). Without giving too much detail, Violet's journey into this new world brings battles and magic; love and sorrow; happiness and regret.
Recommendation: Yes!
Laura writes about her struggles with addiction and toxic relationships while trying to build her acting and comedy career. She makes you laugh all the way through especially with the voices she includes in the audiobook.
