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I love books for children and young adults. I'm picky though and not every book that graces my reading glasses is worthy of finishing aka I did not finish this book. I might in future when I run out of better books to read, but as of now I just cant.
I bought this book originally because I wanted to be transported to a wonderful new world. Yes I'll admit I was craving Harry Potter but couldn't muster up the strength to reread them. So right off the bat I've already set this book up for failure. Still I was hopeful.
While the fantasy concept and world building is great. The characters are terrible. These elves are incredibly racist against humans. Every single one I've met so far act high and mighty. Not a single one is down to earth and relatable. I suspect and hope this will be addressed in future books.
The main character is way to agreeable. She agrees to give up her loving family for a better one (not a great message to be sending kids). She agrees to give up on the human race for a better one (also not a great message) She agrees to letting people walk over her and ignore her questions. She is always sorry for her actions, apologizing for everytime she mess up. Plus she's a bit vain always noticing looks before personality. Overall not a great female role model. Maybe she'll grow into one, but I'm not seeing any seeds planted
I haven't totally given up on this book I'm sure I'll pick it up later. The world building is great and the author does have imagination. I just don't relate to the Elves (probably because I'm an ugly, not smart human...their words not mine) and the main character.
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