When the Hype Outshines the Story
- abbyfeeback
- Sep 13, 2022
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 11
Lightlark by Alex Aster
Published: August 23, 2022
My Rating: ⭐️☆☆☆☆
Audience: 12+
Did Not Finish at 47%
Synopsis
Every 100 years, the Centennial brings rulers of six realms to the island of Lightlark. They must compete in a deadly game of strategy, betrayal, and survival, each hoping to break their own curse. Isla Crown, ruler of Wildling, hides a dangerous secret that could change everything…if she survives long enough.
Review
The premise of the book is fascinating and I was excited to dive into a whole new world. A high-stakes game between cursed rulers? That’s exactly the kind of fantasy I love. Unfortunately, the execution just didn’t hold up. The writing, dialogue, and experience fell extremely flat. I was confused most of the time, and the vague, choppy world-building never got better as I read close to half of the book.
I commend the author on this idea for world, characters, and plot, and I hope she continues to write and increases her skills in novel-writing (and hopefully puts together a more comprehensive and helpful editing team)!

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