*I read Evocation first and that will impact my view of the book
Loved being able to look back on characters and see their personal history. It was fun*I read Evocation first and that will impact my view of the book
Loved being able to look back on characters and see their personal history. It was fun getting to look into an event that was referenced in Evocation, but the characters fell flat. I didn't feel like the characters were as strong as in Evocation and their personalities were a bit more sterile. If I had read this first then maybe it would have felt different. Overall, I did enjoy getting to see them in the past and it put in perspective an event that was referenced.
Overall, if you read Evocation I would recommend this because it was a nice little look into the characters past but I don't think it added any value.
The audiobook was great, and I think it made a positive impact on how the characters were perceived.
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S.T. Gibson’s writing feels both familiar and perfectly suited to her stories. There’s a unique charm in how she crafts her characters, allowing readeS.T. Gibson’s writing feels both familiar and perfectly suited to her stories. There’s a unique charm in how she crafts her characters, allowing readers to fully understand their desires and intricacies. Her character development is so rich that you feel like you could guess the main characters’ favorite foods! In *Evocation*, all three protagonists are delightful and multi-dimensional, making them easy to connect with.
As someone familiar with Gibson’s style, I appreciated even the quieter, everyday moments that deepened my understanding of the characters. However, the pacing wasn’t always fast, which may not work for everyone. Personally, I enjoyed the slower pace as it allowed me to witness the organic growth of their friendships.
The magic system is thoughtfully developed and feels grounded, making it an excellent introduction for readers new to fantasy. Its integration into the world felt natural, enhancing the story without overwhelming it.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Evocation and eagerly anticipate more from Gibson in the future.
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Thank you to the publisher for a finished copy of this book. I can't wait to jump into a McFadden book!Thank you to the publisher for a finished copy of this book. I can't wait to jump into a McFadden book!...more