![]() ![]() She knows the terrifying rumors about Rowan Sylvanan, who drowned his entire family when he was a boy. When Violeta Graceling arrives at haunted Lakesedge estate, she expects to find a monster. ![]() I wanted to absolutely love this, but it just felt like there was a spark missing. I did feel a sense of disconnection with the story, however, which is why I didn’t rate it higher. The magical elements were both intriguing and eerie. The writing was strong and did a great job invoking the gothic vibes and atmospheric setting. ![]() Each of them have their own insecurities and feelings of not belonging, and yet they all fit together. I also really loved the bonds that formed between Leta, Arien, Rowan, Clover, and Florence at Lakesedge. The sibling love between them was beautifully written and fit in perfectly with the book’s theme of family–both blood and found. The bond between them was one of the best parts of the book. Arien is plagued by a dark, dangerous magic that brings nightmares to life and Leta does whatever she can to keep him safe. The story follows Violeta, who is fiercely protective of her brother, Arien. ![]() There was a lot to like about this book: the atmospheric setting, the vivid writing, the sibling relationship and found family. Lakesedge is the latest release in this year’s trend of dark, gothic fantasy stories featuring monster boys and magic. ![]()
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