![]() ![]() I also liked that there was adequate character development of all the characters, even those who weren’t the leading ladies. ![]() All in all, each heroine had her own personality and battle to face and I looked the unique aspect they all brought to the story. Scarlet was strong and stubborn yet had space to grow Cress was probably a close second favourite because I loved her approach to life and how she handled herself and Winter was sweet despite all her wounds. I loved her wit and some of the comments she would say had me chuckling aloud. Of course, I have a few standouts (Thorne is one for sure!) but it was so easy to fall in love with this cast of characters.Ĭinder won me over right from the get-go. I loved all the characters in this series. I would say that these stories are more inspired by fairy tales than they are straight retellings. These are Disney fairy tales where everything is happy-go-lucky (not that I don’t love those tales as well) but I found it refreshing that there was a darker tint and the stories didn’t follow the fairy tales exactly. Meyer definitely takes some risks in where she pushes her characters to go and I appreciated that realistic edge. I also want to say that I was never able to predict exactly what was going to happen. Everything has been explained in a great (and might I say accurate) way that is easy to follow. The SciFi in this book is used as a great device but I wouldn’t say it is straight Science Fiction or is overly complicated. If you are worried that there is going to be too much Science Fiction or that it is the main focus of the plot, I wouldn’t worry. Even in Winter which was ridiculously long! It keeps everything moving at a strong pace and I never felt like there was a dull moment. Like all the books, I thought there was a great blend of romance, plot and character development. But even on its own, it captured my attention from start to finish. It serves as the main introduction to the overarching storyline of Scarlet through Winter. I think Cinder stands on its own when you compare it to the rest of the series. I felt like each book built up and reached a climax within it’s own pages. Not that her story couldn’t be that many books, I just like how it all adds to the experience. It provides a fresh perspective and also prevents Cinder’s story from being dragged out by forcing so many books. I also like that we get introduced to new female characters in each book who each get their own story while continuing with Cinder’s. It’s not overly complicated but it is complex and I like that a lot. It reminds me a lot of the TV Series Once Upon a Time where they integrate everything together in a way that always surprises and intrigues me. The science fiction spin on everything is great. I love that this series isn’t a a full blown retelling of various fairy tales that it has a loose adaptation and a unique one at that. OMG: I see what all the hype about the #lunarchronicles is for! Im totally in love with Cinder and swooning for Kai! #bookboyfriend So this past Christmas Break, I decided to tackle the Lunar Chronicles. Eventually, Cinder and Scarlet went on sale for my Kobo but I didn’t want to start something and wait. I guess everyone loves a good science fiction fairy tale retelling. I’ve wanted to read Cinder since its publication but trying to get my hands on it was a hard thing to do. Source & Format: Own–Kobo (Cinder, Scarlet & Winter) Public Library–hardcover (Cress ) Publication Dates: January 2012 – November 2015 ![]() Genre: Young Adult, Science Fiction, Fairy Tale Retelling, Romance There is a novella between Cress and Winter called Fairest there are also short stories ( full list here) # of Books: 4 (Cinder, Scarlet, Cress, Winter) SERIESous’ Top Picks: Favourite Series 2015 Caught between duty and freedom, loyalty and betrayal, she must uncover secrets about her past in order to protect her world’s future. But when her life becomes intertwined with the handsome Prince Kai’s, she suddenly finds herself at the center of an intergalactic struggle, and a forbidden attraction. She’s a second-class citizen with a mysterious past, reviled by her stepmother and blamed for her stepsister’s illness. No one knows that Earth’s fate hinges on one girl.Ĭinder, a gifted mechanic, is a cyborg. From space, a ruthless lunar people watch, waiting to make their move. Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets of New Beijing. Series Review: Is this series worth your time? Does it get better as the novels progress? Or does it get worse? Find out below: ![]()
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