Unseelie is a debut YA fantasy novel by Ivelisse Housman. Iselia "Seelie" Graygrove is identical to her twin, Isodle, in every way except one: she's a changeling. Along with that and her unpredictable magic she finds it hard to fit in. Somewhat begrudgingly, the twins find themselves thrown in with new allies after a heist goes wrong. Adventuring towards unknown faerie treasure Seelie might just have to find it within herself - and her magic - if she wants to save herself and her sister.
I loved, loved this book! First, I have to mention that this book has wonderful autism rep. I'm neurotypical so I can't really say I know the first thing about autism. This book was enlightening to me and allowed me to see past the bias and stereotypical traits that traditional media would leave you to believe about autism. I think this book is so important to share this perspective and I hope it teaches other people about the subject. I also hope for those with autism to see themselves within this novel.
Unseelie was written in a lyrical way that drew me directly into the story. Woven into the words I felt like I was really in a land of changelings, fae and magic. Houseman's writing also made it so easy to get connected to the main character, Seelie. I felt as if I could really understand her. I laughed when she laughed, cried when she cried and felt anger boiling within me when she was mad.
The magical world and magic system in this novel was rich and clearly understandable. I don't think I was ever really confused by how something worked (unless the times we were meant to and the plot points were explained later). The author's writing style only fed into the world more making it seem fresh and real in the images in my mind while I read.
I would definitely recommend Unseelie to anyone who wants to read about an amazing MC, twins, and a magical road trip. Actually, just anyone who likes YA fantasy in general. This one's for you.
I loved, loved this book! First, I have to mention that this book has wonderful autism rep. I'm neurotypical so I can't really say I know the first thing about autism. This book was enlightening to me and allowed me to see past the bias and stereotypical traits that traditional media would leave you to believe about autism. I think this book is so important to share this perspective and I hope it teaches other people about the subject. I also hope for those with autism to see themselves within this novel.
Unseelie was written in a lyrical way that drew me directly into the story. Woven into the words I felt like I was really in a land of changelings, fae and magic. Houseman's writing also made it so easy to get connected to the main character, Seelie. I felt as if I could really understand her. I laughed when she laughed, cried when she cried and felt anger boiling within me when she was mad.
The magical world and magic system in this novel was rich and clearly understandable. I don't think I was ever really confused by how something worked (unless the times we were meant to and the plot points were explained later). The author's writing style only fed into the world more making it seem fresh and real in the images in my mind while I read.
I would definitely recommend Unseelie to anyone who wants to read about an amazing MC, twins, and a magical road trip. Actually, just anyone who likes YA fantasy in general. This one's for you.