Alora by Tamie Dearen is a book that is both well written
and captivating. There is some great world building in this book and some
strong character development. There is
much about the story and world-building that is unique. The book showcased strong
loving relationships between family and friends, not including Alora’s dad who
is determined to kill her if he can’t control her.
I really loved the fantasy elements of the book. I was not
so taken with the romance elements, but that is partly because I am not typically
a reader of romance. From my perspective there was far too much kissing going
on. However, I think this book will really appeal to female YA readers,
especially those who like their fantasy missed together with romance.
