I hate giving 5 stars. Here’s why:
a)
There are people out there who
suspect that 5 stars are from best friends or review swaps or paid for etc (I
write only honest reviews, with no incentives or favours given or received);
and
b)
What if the author’s next book
is even better and you can’t give out more stars?!
But sometimes I just can’t resist. This is
definitely one of those times. I loved this book! Seriously, and I’m not a
young adult. In ‘Cassidy Jones and the Vulcan’s Gift’, Cassidy and Emery are
back for more adventure as they try to capture a runaway tiger and stop an evil
plot that could lead to world domination. What’s not to love, right?
More specifically, I loved the complex
characters that Elise Stokes has created. Even the ‘minor’ characters are real
and have a life. Cassidy and Emery don’t fit into the typical YA lit
stereotype, in which one character (usually the girl) is waiting to be rescued
or protected by the other; nor are they trying to prove anything or kill off
another tribe or gang or whatever. I like how Cassidy’s family is united
without being sappy about it. The parents are actually intelligent and
connected with their kids’ lives. There’s a good balance of adventure, mystery,
drama and humour with a touch of romance (but not too much, thank heavens).
What I don’t like: Book #3 isn’t out yet. Ugh.
I want more.
Definitely highly recommended for anyone
looking for a fun read!
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