{"id":6544,"date":"2021-07-10T09:00:53","date_gmt":"2021-07-10T16:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pasadena-library.net\/teens\/?p=6544"},"modified":"2021-07-07T20:11:17","modified_gmt":"2021-07-08T03:11:17","slug":"among-the-beasts-and-briars-teen-book-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/pasadena-library.net\/teens\/2021\/among-the-beasts-and-briars-teen-book-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Among the Beasts and Briars — Teen Book Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

Review by Emily Battaglia, 16<\/p>\n

Among the Beasts and Briars <\/em>By Ashley Poston<\/h3>\n
Among the Beasts and Briars <\/em>tells the story of the royal gardener\u2019s daughter, Cerys, her pet fox, and their quest into the cursed woods to save their kingdom.<\/div>\n
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Even though Among the Beasts and Briars<\/em> is not a retelling of any classic story, the atmosphere projects a very fairytale-esque vibe. Cerys\u2019 trek from the village through the woods and the whimsical evil beasts are reminiscent of a storybook fantasy that reminds the reader of a childhood bedtime story. The worldbuilding retains the classic fairytale aura of simplicity, however, there are a few instances where the development should have been more extensive. While the setting remains light and nostalgic, the magic system is rather erratic and oftentimes a convenient out for the characters when they get into trouble. Consequently, there were a few incidents of minor plot holes and inconsistencies that aren\u2019t cataclysmic to the story, yet still fester as the pages turn. In addition to the magic as a set of timely plot armor, the ending and final twist are also rather weak, not to mention predictable. However, Among the Beasts and Briars<\/em> retains an element that is crucial to its achievement: the dialogue. The witty banter between the characters is well-written, a great representation of various relationships, not to mention just plain fun to read. Every time the characters prepare to speak is a real treat for the reader. Despite the unsteady magic and plot twists, the clever discourse throughout the story, as well as the nostalgic atmosphere of a childhood fairytale catapults Among the Beasts and Briars<\/em> into success.<\/div>\n
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3.5 stars.<\/div>\n
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Catalog Number: N\/A<\/p>\n

338 pages<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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