"Nightmares hunt like beasts of prey, vanquished in the light of day."
Koffi and Ekon are an unlikely duo brought together by their need to capture the deadly Shetani. Told in three POVs, BoP takes you on a wild journey through a monster ridden Greater Jungle where your MCs encounter myths and legends they never dreamed of.
There is a slow start to the novel as Gray sets the vivid groundwork for Lkossa's worldbuilding and the setting surrounding the magic system. I liked the the feel of the mythological undertones that shaped the cultural, magical and monstrous aspects of this fantasy.
The characters each possess relatable flaws and realistic strengths that readers will find easy to connect with. I personally enjoyed the calming mathematical practices of Ekon and the outward fighting spirit of Koffi. Adiah was a little harder to find a place for at first. I didn't realize that her POV is told from a past perspective. Honestly, it took me longer than I care to admit that I struggled putting those pieces together. It comes together wonderfully though and shockingly.
The action packed ending comes with a twist I did not see coming. I was riveted by the buildup and found myself left with the frustrating beautiful fact that I have to wait for the next book now.
The narration is split between three talented voices that bring life to each character. They each worked well together feeding off the energy of the story as things began to climax. I would've liked a quicker vocal pace for Ekon, some of the pauses were longer than I'm used too. Overall though, I loved this trio of narrators and felt they made the novel even more enjoyable.
Fans of YA Fantasy looking for an action packed journey will love this highly anticipated release! I personally cannot wait for more!
Koffi and Ekon are an unlikely duo brought together by their need to capture the deadly Shetani. Told in three POVs, BoP takes you on a wild journey through a monster ridden Greater Jungle where your MCs encounter myths and legends they never dreamed of.
There is a slow start to the novel as Gray sets the vivid groundwork for Lkossa's worldbuilding and the setting surrounding the magic system. I liked the the feel of the mythological undertones that shaped the cultural, magical and monstrous aspects of this fantasy.
The characters each possess relatable flaws and realistic strengths that readers will find easy to connect with. I personally enjoyed the calming mathematical practices of Ekon and the outward fighting spirit of Koffi. Adiah was a little harder to find a place for at first. I didn't realize that her POV is told from a past perspective. Honestly, it took me longer than I care to admit that I struggled putting those pieces together. It comes together wonderfully though and shockingly.
The action packed ending comes with a twist I did not see coming. I was riveted by the buildup and found myself left with the frustrating beautiful fact that I have to wait for the next book now.
The narration is split between three talented voices that bring life to each character. They each worked well together feeding off the energy of the story as things began to climax. I would've liked a quicker vocal pace for Ekon, some of the pauses were longer than I'm used too. Overall though, I loved this trio of narrators and felt they made the novel even more enjoyable.
Fans of YA Fantasy looking for an action packed journey will love this highly anticipated release! I personally cannot wait for more!