Even though I was not a fan (at all) in the beginning, the more I "read" (I listened to the audiobook), the more attached I became--to the story and to the characters. While the romance might be too sappy for some, the science and history and thorough research that went into this book is clearly evident. I am VERY excited for book two to see what Diana and Matthew will endure next. Some of the story is contrived, but the last 1/3 of the novel makes any struggle worthwhile.
Maybe 3.75/5--it's a first book. Setting up what could potentially be an epic series. But Ana is a rough heroine to appreciate in this book. Sam is much more lovable, as are the other characters (minus Lin of course). This text is frustrating because of the very confusing setting. Is it present? Futuristic? Post-Apocalyptic? Pre-Apocalyptic? With dragons, creatures that burn (slyphs), centaurs, and trolls alongside iPhone-type devices, laser guns and flying attack devices, it was really hard to imagine this world. Quasi-medieval, quasi-futuristic, quasi-fantasy realm. I guess. I am looking forward to book two when Ana takes off her whiny pants and puts on some bad-ass fighter/discovery pants (hopefully).
