Reviewed by kimbacaffeinate on
Hearne tells the story using three POV's delivered from Atticus, Granuaile, and Owen. While I enjoyed each storyline, Shattered, almost felt like three separate novellas. The transitions from POV to POV weren't quite as smooth as I would have liked, perhaps choppy is a better word.
Hearne brings us Yeti, flying foxes and hilarious moments in Shattered. For the first time, Granuaile is not by Atticus's side. Instead, she has Orliath, her trusted wolfhound with her. She is dealing with her own issues and facing down a demon in India. Her thread was intense, filled with sacrifice, pain, and danger. Granuaile for the first time annoyed me a little. I love our kickass druid, but it is quite clear she has some issues with her past.
Archdruid Owen's thread was hilarious as Atticus acclimates him to our present-day world. From the immortal tea scene to meeting the werewolves I laughed until there were tears. I loved the humor and seeing Owen adjust. Some of his comments were so truthful I burst out laughing. It was delightful seeing student and teacher together especially since their roles are reversed.
Meanwhile, Atticus is busy helping Owen but also searching to find out who amongst the Tuatha De Danann are plotting against him. This thread brings us answers, danger and upheaval.
While we didn't get as much of Oberon's voice as I would have liked, time spent with him and Orliath were humorous as we watched their friendship bloom and were treated to gravy talk. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 7 January, 2018: Finished reading
- 7 January, 2018: Reviewed