Review: Hated It - Then Fell Madly in Love with King Hall
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 12, 2014
When I first started reading King Hall I was very tempted to stop reading after the first few chapters. I thought I have purchased the second book in a series. Lily, the protagonist, is a sophomore at a college for supernatural beings (mysticals). Throughout the book she reflected on starting at the school and finding her mate - all occurring in her freshman year. It seemed like there was a lengthy back story. The author mentioned issues so offhanded - as a reader it felt I was missing vital information. After checking Amazon and the authors website, I confirmed it WAS the first book.I felt like I was piecing a puzzle together and I was missing the corners (the start points).I was also frustrated with the seemingly immature topics and behavior/attitude of Lily. I took a two day break but ultimately returned to reading King Hall. I AM SO GLAD I DID!!!!Without reviling any spoilers - Lily's behavior and themes at the beginning are a brilliant setup by the author. For a character to show growth they have to have a start point. Lily transformed from an immature teen to a wonderful complex, deep character. Without a doubt it was some of the best character development I have seen in a single novel in a long time. As the book progressed the "disjointed" begin makes total sense.I realized the puzzle I was putting together didn't have corners - it was a circle! As a avid reader, the progression of a novel is often predictable - however, I was completely taken by surprise with King Hall.I cannot heap enough praise on this novel - it is surprising, emotional, and completely engrossing.