Blood Red Road by Moira Young

Blood Red Road (Dust Lands, #1)

by Moira Young

In a lawless land, where life is cheap and survival is hard, Saba has been brought up in isolated Silverlake. She never sees the dangers of the destructive society outside. When her twin brother is snatched by mysterious black-robed riders, she sets out on an epic quest to rescue him.Winner of the 2011 Costa Children's Book Award.

Reviewed by Kelly on

4 of 5 stars

Share
http://divainpyjamas.blogspot.com.au/

Blood Red Road is achingly slow to begin and some may not be able to read belong the first few chapters, it is written in pure story form. Without any quotations or clear dialogue, it allows you to connect with the main character Saba instantly, as it uses slang spelling and mispelt words to create her unique accent.

Saba is tough and unforgiving and you'll find a dislike for her character more often than not. But with the harsh environment and the pressure of keeping her family together, you can sympathise. It isn't until she meets others along the way, that she starts to see that she needs to become a better version of herself, for Emmi's sake.

Last modified on

Reading updates

  • Started reading
  • 4 April, 2013: Finished reading
  • 4 April, 2013: Reviewed