Stunning fantasy debut Readable, gripping, commercial and emotive, Graceling is a true read-until-you've-finished-it book This novel has everything: superb concept, great characters, perfect villains and a powerful coming of age story Perfect for the core fantasy readership but not offputting for casual fantasy readers The Graceling Trilogy has already sold in Germany, in a pre-empt deal, and gone to auction in France There is already a buzz about this title
Kristin Cashore is an exceptional debut novelist. She lives in Florida.
"Cashore's prose is smooth and unobtrusive. But for all its lightness of tone, Graceling is not a simple novel. indeed it deals with some very difficult subject matter. Its inevitable love story is sweetly unconventional and unabashedly feminist. Katsa herself is a rich character. The growth of her trust and self-esteem is the understated heart of the novel. This is always Katsa's story and enjoyable fast paced it is too. An immensely fun, good-hearted read." -- Nic Clarke SFX '[Thi] exquisitely drawn romance ... will slake the thirst of Twilight fans, but one measure of this novels achievements lies in its broad appeal. Tamora Pierce fans will embrace the take-charge heroine ... and while adult readers will enjoy the authors originality, the writing is perfectly pitched at teens struggling to put their own talents to good use. With this riveting debut, Cashore has set the bar exceedingly high.' Publisher's Weekly 'Cashore creates believable characters with enough depth, subtlety, and experience to satisfy older readers ... An impressive first novel' Booklist 'An assured fantasy debut... Katsa is an ideal adolescent heroine, simultaneously confident of her strengths yet unsure of her place in the world. Every character is crafted with the same meticulous devotion to human comprehensibility... In a tale filled with graphic violence and subtle heartbreak, gentle passion and savage kindness, matter-of-fact heroics and bleak beauty, no defeat is ever total and no triumph comes without cost. Grace-full, in every sense' Kirkus "The story flows at a decent pace with a story that gradually builds in intensity and a mystery that unravels at just the right speed to keep things interesting. Cashore knows what makes a good spectacle and, even though you know that Katsa absolutely has to win through, writes set piece scenes that buzz with excitement and action." GRAEME'S FANTASY BOOK REVIEW "For a debut novel, Graceling is well-written, nicely-structured and easy to read. The characters are well-drawn and the storyline intriguing enough to draw the reader along at a good speed. The notion of Graces, although not hugely original, is nonetheless explored in-depth throughout the book with some nice, logical extrapolations of the abilities on show." THE WERTZONE "A major strength of the writing is the imagery presented throughout the novel. The book is filled with very vivid descriptions of almost everything from castles, landscapes, courts, and the journeys that the characters go on. Kristin Cashore's 'Graceling' is a great start by a developing writer and I definitely look forward to seeing this writer grow with future novels as she shows tremendous potential." FANTASY BOOK CRITIC "It's a great debut novel that will suit those who like their Fantasy unabashedly romantic." SFF WORLD.COM "Graceling really does have something to offer everyone. An adventurous and enjoyable read." DEATHRAY
"Cashore's prose is smooth and unobtrusive. But for all its lightness of tone, Graceling is not a simple novel. indeed it deals with some very difficult subject matter. Its inevitable love story is sweetly unconventional and unabashedly feminist. Katsa herself is a rich character. The growth of her trust and self-esteem is the understated heart of the novel. This is always Katsa's story and enjoyable fast paced it is too. An immensely fun, good-hearted read." -- Nic Clarke SFX '[Thi] exquisitely drawn romance ... will slake the thirst of Twilight fans, but one measure of this novels achievements lies in its broad appeal. Tamora Pierce fans will embrace the take-charge heroine ... and while adult readers will enjoy the authors originality, the writing is perfectly pitched at teens struggling to put their own talents to good use. With this riveting debut, Cashore has set the bar exceedingly high.' Publisher's Weekly 'Cashore creates believable characters with enough depth, subtlety, and experience to satisfy older readers ... An impressive first novel' Booklist 'An assured fantasy debut... Katsa is an ideal adolescent heroine, simultaneously confident of her strengths yet unsure of her place in the world. Every character is crafted with the same meticulous devotion to human comprehensibility... In a tale filled with graphic violence and subtle heartbreak, gentle passion and savage kindness, matter-of-fact heroics and bleak beauty, no defeat is ever total and no triumph comes without cost. Grace-full, in every sense' Kirkus "The story flows at a decent pace with a story that gradually builds in intensity and a mystery that unravels at just the right speed to keep things interesting. Cashore knows what makes a good spectacle and, even though you know that Katsa absolutely has to win through, writes set piece scenes that buzz with excitement and action." GRAEME'S FANTASY BOOK REVIEW "For a debut novel, Graceling is well-written, nicely-structured and easy to read. The characters are well-drawn and the storyline intriguing enough to draw the reader along at a good speed. The notion of Graces, although not hugely original, is nonetheless explored in-depth throughout the book with some nice, logical extrapolations of the abilities on show." THE WERTZONE "A major strength of the writing is the imagery presented throughout the novel. The book is filled with very vivid descriptions of almost everything from castles, landscapes, courts, and the journeys that the characters go on. Kristin Cashore's 'Graceling' is a great start by a developing writer and I definitely look forward to seeing this writer grow with future novels as she shows tremendous potential." FANTASY BOOK CRITIC "It's a great debut novel that will suit those who like their Fantasy unabashedly romantic." SFF WORLD.COM "Graceling really does have something to offer everyone. An adventurous and enjoyable read." DEATHRAY
Three teens-Jubilee, Tobin, and Addie-each experience some Christmas magic during a North Carolina snowstorm. Cold Weather Appeal: Leave it to these teen authors-Green, Maureen Johnson, and Lauren Myracle-to use the convention of the three-in-one romance package both to honor and to make light of our modern holiday traditions. Why It Is for Us: The romantic relationships are secondary to all the cleverness. In the first story, Jubilee's parents are part of the "Flobie five," arrested for rioting over a Flobie collectible Christmas village. In Green's offering, a Waffle House becomes an unlikely destination for weary travelers and local teens in search of a miracle. And in the third story, Myracle re-creates It's a Wonderful Life, as the book's assorted revelers gather for the final scene not in George Bailey's living room but in a suburban Starbucks. Even the Grinchiest readers will surrender to the seasonal mayhem.-Angelina Benedetti Copyright 2008 Reed Business Information.
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