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A review by tristatereader
Otherworldly by F.T. Lukens
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I think after Otherworldly, I can officially add fantasy to one of my favorite genres. I’ve never considered myself a fantasy girly but every fantasy book I’ve read has slapped.
Now I know this is going to be hard to believe, but this was my first FT Lukens book! I have several of their books on my shelves / tbr and I’ve been dying to read their work. And let me tell you: they did not disappoint.
Otherworldly is a fantasy action / adventure / romance book set in modern day, in a region where most people are believers of the supernatural. Well… most people except Ellery. Ellery is a 17-year-old non-believer whose home has been stuck in a winter that has lasted 5 years. Ellery’s family’s farm is suffering as a result and Ellery moves to the city to live and work with their cousin in order to send money home. It’s at work that Ellery is captivated by “hot weird guy”, who has mesmerizing gold eyes, always seems happy, and never appears affected by the harsh elements outside.
Otherworldly was a grump / sunshine masterpiece and even though Ellery was the grump, you couldn’t help but adore them. I really loved how this enby character was written in such a strong and courageous way. Knox was a sweet little cinnamon roll and I was a puddle watching him embrace his found family. Ellery and Knox beautifully complimented one another and made such a great team. I was also beyond obsessed with Ellery’s snarky and fiercely loyal cousin, Charley, and her girlfriend, Zada. Charlada endgame and you can’t convince me otherwise. Other things I loved about this book include the worldbuilding, the magic, and the badass mythical characters.
Don’t forget to pre-ordered Otherworldly, out April 2nd.
Thank you so much to Colored Pages book tour, Simon Teen, and NetGalley for a gifted copy of this book.
Now I know this is going to be hard to believe, but this was my first FT Lukens book! I have several of their books on my shelves / tbr and I’ve been dying to read their work. And let me tell you: they did not disappoint.
Otherworldly is a fantasy action / adventure / romance book set in modern day, in a region where most people are believers of the supernatural. Well… most people except Ellery. Ellery is a 17-year-old non-believer whose home has been stuck in a winter that has lasted 5 years. Ellery’s family’s farm is suffering as a result and Ellery moves to the city to live and work with their cousin in order to send money home. It’s at work that Ellery is captivated by “hot weird guy”, who has mesmerizing gold eyes, always seems happy, and never appears affected by the harsh elements outside.
Otherworldly was a grump / sunshine masterpiece and even though Ellery was the grump, you couldn’t help but adore them. I really loved how this enby character was written in such a strong and courageous way. Knox was a sweet little cinnamon roll and I was a puddle watching him embrace his found family. Ellery and Knox beautifully complimented one another and made such a great team. I was also beyond obsessed with Ellery’s snarky and fiercely loyal cousin, Charley, and her girlfriend, Zada. Charlada endgame and you can’t convince me otherwise. Other things I loved about this book include the worldbuilding, the magic, and the badass mythical characters.
Don’t forget to pre-ordered Otherworldly, out April 2nd.
Thank you so much to Colored Pages book tour, Simon Teen, and NetGalley for a gifted copy of this book.