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Jan 27, 2020Adw555 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Survive the year...if you can... PLOT SUMMARY: Tiernay has reached the age of her Grace Year, a time when sixteen year old girls come into their magic, and must leave the village for the safety of those around them. What goes on when they leave is never talked about, but somewhat shockingly, not everyone comes back alive. The lucky ones who do return have wounds they never speak of and all are changed forever. When they return they are either married or sent off to a life of hard labour. And all these decisions are made by the men... Strong willed Tiernay has always chafed at being told what to do. She questions the traditions, their explanations, and whether any of it is even true. This kind of thinking can be dangerous, especially for girls. But what other dangers will she encounter in this momentous year? Will she be one of the survivors? Or will fate lead her down a path that is much darker than she could have ever imagined... PROS: Compelling plot, strong characters, unexpected allies, an awesome setting and unique challenges combine for an unforgettable read. CONS: What’s up with the ending?? I’m not sure if I read it right...in fact I hope I’m wrong about what I think happened. YES or NO: It’s a YES - it may be Young Adult, but there’s nothing immature about the themes present in The Grace Year. I thoroughly enjoyed it. 4 Stars