So, change of plans for this summer. Instead of the Nature Center Independent study, I'm going with the Algebra 2 independent study. The nature center one was full, so this my calling for the summer. Also, I don't think I will be getting the job at Dairy Queen, I'm instead going to apply as a shelver. Much better suited for that, methinks. School's just getting tedious at this time of year and the weather outside isn't really helping. But other than that, I've had a pretty awesome day. That's always great.
Anyway, my self-challenge started a while back so I have read a lot of books before I started this blog. I keep a running tally on the little widget dooblido on the right if you want to check those out. I'm a little behind on posting my reviews but will get those done asap. Right now though, on with the review!
I read Sea Glass by Maria V Snyder this past couple days and I have to say, I enjoyed it a lot. Here's a description from goodreads.com.
Student glass magician Opal Cowan's newfound ability to steal a magician's powers makes her too powerful. Ordered to house arrest by the Council, Opal dares defy them, traveling to the Moon Clan's lands in search of Ulrick, the man she thinks she loves. Thinks because she is sure another man now her prisoner has switched souls with Ulrick.
In hostile territory, without proof or allies, Opal isn't sure whom to trust. She can't forget Kade, the handsome Stormdancer who doesn't want to let her get close. And now everyone is after Opal's special powers for their own deadly gain....
Truly fantastic storytelling, I loved Sea Glass. I think it is one of Maria's best works so far. In this one, we see Opal go from a scared naive girl to someone who is really BAMF. She learned lessons is Storm glass and displays her new realist attitude with gusto. Maria's plot hasn't suffered at all, and with Opal's inner searching, it makes it all the more interesting and relatable for us as a reader.
There were events in Sea Glass that had me gripped. Made me feel as if I were really there and experiencing everything. This is one thing that HAS TO work in a novel, otherwise it feels mediocre.
The icing on the cake for me was the way Opal is so persistent and believes in herself. In the book, nobody believes Opal on certain events in Storm glass. Yet she goes on. You go girl! Oh, and the hurmor didn't hurt at all. Sarcastic dry humor? Definetly a sign of an interesting book.
And the ending was something I never, ever would have expected. As for what that is though, you'll have to find out by reading Sea Glass by Maria V Snyder. Kickass book, fo sho.
Quote of the Day:
"....of being a piece of sea glass. High tides, low tides, storms, sand and mistakes all contributed to the polishing process. Though difficult to endure at the time, the demanding elements helped smooth the surface, transforming one into a better person, not worse. A person who learned from the harsh environment, who knew the storm would end, and who felt confident she would still be in one piece."
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