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Lightlark (The Lightlark Saga Book 1) (Volume 1) (The Lightlark Saga, 1)
A gripping, propulsive YA fantasy novel from award-winning author and social media superstar Alex Aster, "Lightlark is an ebullient, fast-paced fantasy with a beautifully rendered world that seethes with intrigue, romance and tension. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough" (#1 New York Times bestselling author Sabaa Tahir)
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Welcome to the Centennial.
Every hundred years, the island of Lightlark appears for only 100 days to host a deadly game, where the rulers of six realms fight to break their curses and win unparalleled power. Each ruler has something to hide. Each curse is uniquely wicked. To break them--and save themselves and their realms--one ruler must die.
To survive, Isla Crown must lie, cheat, and betray. Even as love complicates everything . . .
Includes Select Exclusive Excerpts from Nightbane, the Second Book in the Lightlark Saga
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I have mixed feelings about “Lightlark,” but overall, I enjoyed it. The premise of a high-stakes competition on a magical island is intriguing, and the fast pacing kept me engaged. While there are some plot holes and inconsistencies, the story is entertaining if you don’t take it too seriously.
The quick pace is filled with tension and twists, though some moments feel rushed. Despite its flaws, I became invested in the characters. It’s not perfect, but it’s a fun fantasy read. If you want a fast-paced, drama-filled escape, “Lightlark” might be worth a try.
Okay, so I know this book is controversial. I did see a lot of the marketing for this book when it first came out, bought it, and then I heard that people were very let down by it. So it has sat on my TBR for years. It was finally re-recommended to me by my sister, so I read it. The reviews for this book are either VERY positive or VERY negative.
My verdict?
It’s good.
Is it groundbreaking and revolutionary? Not really, but it doesn’t have to be.
Was it a fun read and an interesting world? Sure!
Did I call the plot twist? Yeah, I was a little suspicious of that person, but I didn’t know how they were going to accomplish what they did.
Will I continue the series? Probably.
Was this over-marketed on TikTok? Most definitely.
Is it a little basic on tropes? Yeah, but I read to escape. Not to critically think.
It’s like when the dystopian craze of books was coming out, and you had divergent compared to hunger games. This is in the popular romantasy theme, it may have some plot wholes if you over analyze it. This will age like divergent, a product of its time that. And that is perfectly fine!
Overall, it’s a good read. I like the characters, I like the world building, I like the vibes. Alex Aster is a talented writer. I am excited to see how she grows as an author, she has great potential.
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