Review: A spectacular start to what promises to be a great series.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 18, 2013
The Encounter is a very impressive book. I've read and enjoyed this author's work before, but this book was right up my alley. As a fan of Norse mythology, the author's decision to draw upon the Northern myths to construct her world gave it a unique twist that makes it a sheer delight to read. I'm drawn to the main character Ella and find her very likeable. I've read too many books where the "strong female protagonist" is way too masculine for her own good and simply comes off as unlikable. Happily, this isn't the case here.Ella is a strong character. But she doesn't pretend to have all the answers or come off as being invincible. She's strong, tough, courageous, intelligent, and witty, but also has to work to figure things out. No doubt, she's up to the challenge. But watching her use her cunning as well as her trigger finger to overcome a host of supernatural challenges in the book makes for compelling fiction.Although I wish this installment were a bit longer, The Encounter is well-written and wonderfully edited. This is one of the most interesting books I've come across in a while and would translate well to the silver screen. If the sequels are as good as this book, readers are going to be in for a treat. This series has me intrigued, so I'll certainly be keeping an eye out for book two.Recommended for fans of urban fantasy and books with fast-paced action.4.5 Stars.