Katy Huth Jones

3 or 4 stars, rating may change. This book that reminded me that I love reading, at a time when I was having difficulties.

The first couple of chapters didn't really appeal, but after that I kind of clicked into this book and could hardly bear to put it down. Not as well written as the books I usually go for, but I did find it very engrossing. The main problem seemed to be a very rushed ending. The problems with the hoard and Sir Caelis could have been extended even into another book I thought, but suddenly got wrapped up very quickly in the last few chapters.

Good book, odd pacing, still worth a read.… (mere)

Face that "if" if it comes...

I only read poetry collections once in the very bluest of moons, but I decided to take a quick break with Carpe Diem by Katy Huth Jones.

I connected most with her reflections on her experiences with illness, especially where "true love" comes in. Can't say I didn't tear up a couple times while reading, and I wasn't expecting that at all.

Anyone who can appreciate inspirational poetry can find something to appreciate in this collection. Light and sweet here, haunting and defiant there, with moments that are profound and uplifting.

Uplifting--and now I can see just how fitting the balloon on the book cover is!

...For now, live and rejoice.
That is hope.… (mere)

Completely entranced

My only complaint was that the book was too long. (I know, lame complaint) I kept reading and reading, pressing on to the end, because I was dying to finish it, but it took me forever.

I was completely caught up on the characters' lives. Even in the beginning, when the novel took a while to take off, I found every detail interesting. This is a new world with things like burrowing dragons and lizard men. The novel follows three characters, two of which I knew would converge at some point, and I loved the dynamics once they did.

I'd call this a cozy swords and sorcery book with a lot of adorable romance. It's just a feel good book, one to curl up with before a fire and read for nine hours straight.

My favorite thing was the accents. Some brogue in there. Aye, it was entertain' and cute.

We start out with a prince who was pretty much unimpressive. I actually worried for him. Eep. Where was he going in life? But he was endearing. All the characters were. Even the villain. The villain had a conscious. And a mean violent streak. Liked.

And I loved Mercy. She could do amazing things. She was selfless. It was fun to watch her grow, along with the prince.

There's a super fab magical element in play. The characters can See things. As in, like a seer/mind reader. Great angle.

All around awesome read. Will give sequels and other books by the author a read.… (mere)