Before I begin this review I would like to mention that I haven't read the other books in this series.
I just want to say that there's a lot of history of the fictional characters mentioned in this book and to prevent you from getting confused, there's a very helpful family tree right at the beginning of the book.
The first thing I noticed while reading this book is that the writing was very emotive. The authors writing style was so descriptive and really invoked empathy within me as a reader towards the characters emotions and situations.
Here's a quote so you can see what I mean:
" they are etched on my heart, some days burning so fiercely I can hardly breathe..."
Pg 1, about letters from Edward
The historical aspects are very prevalent throughout this book and can be seen through the language, culture, societal roles and norms and the setting itself. So, thankfully, it's not one of those historical romances that focuses more on the romance while forgetting the historical aspects. There, in my opinion, is a nice balance between the romance and historical side.
I found myself to be completely immersed in this world and even imagined it as a movie. Probably starring Keira Knightly or Saoirse Ronan.
There is surprisingly a lot of action, with most of it happening on ships. There are plot twists that take your breath away. And most importantly there is a little irony and a little humour.
This book can be read without reading the other books in the series.
I just want to say that there's a lot of history of the fictional characters mentioned in this book and to prevent you from getting confused, there's a very helpful family tree right at the beginning of the book.
The first thing I noticed while reading this book is that the writing was very emotive. The authors writing style was so descriptive and really invoked empathy within me as a reader towards the characters emotions and situations.
Here's a quote so you can see what I mean:
" they are etched on my heart, some days burning so fiercely I can hardly breathe..."
Pg 1, about letters from Edward
The historical aspects are very prevalent throughout this book and can be seen through the language, culture, societal roles and norms and the setting itself. So, thankfully, it's not one of those historical romances that focuses more on the romance while forgetting the historical aspects. There, in my opinion, is a nice balance between the romance and historical side.
I found myself to be completely immersed in this world and even imagined it as a movie. Probably starring Keira Knightly or Saoirse Ronan.
There is surprisingly a lot of action, with most of it happening on ships. There are plot twists that take your breath away. And most importantly there is a little irony and a little humour.
This book can be read without reading the other books in the series.