Bones of Faerie [NOOK Book]

Better Than I Expected!

I was really surprised by Bones of Faerie. I didn't expect to like it so much and I didn't expect the story to go the places it did. I picked it up anticipating the plot to be similar to that of Twilight or Wicked Lovely but was pleased to find myself wrong. Instead Bones. takes place at least twenty years in the future after a war between our world and Faerie, both of which end up being pretty much destroyed. Magic has lingered in our world even post war and people still debate if it's safe or not. In some situations it isn't, like the trees that feast on human blood and flesh. But then there are the people who have the power to heal. Are they safe? Can their magic be trusted? When Liza starts seeing things that aren't really there she leaves her town hoping to keep the people she loves safe. She is joined by Michael whose family was killed by magic and understands what she's going through more than Liza can imagine. When they come across another town Liza is floored to find it so different from hers. With her new ability, Michael and some people from the new town Liza starts to piece together information about how the world was Before and about her mother. I didn't expect some of the twists that came and enjoyed them all. Books these days don't typically have themes, but Bones of Faerie definitely left me thinking. I thought Simner imagined a wonderful story and loves all her characters. I'll be looking forward to more from her!

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Good

Started in 4th grd finished in 8th grd! Intiguing and amazing!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Excellent read for young teen girls.

As a young adult writer I was pleasantly surprised at Ms. Simner's story. The main character Liza is well written, the story line strong and the action keeps you wanting to read more. The fantasy thread through the story was well thought out and consistent. The author weaves a unique story of magic and reality in how nature changes after a war between two worlds. I will never view glowing rocks or vines the same again, which is a tribute to the vividness of the setting and the characters struggles in dealing with the fall out of this war. The prejudice in which the humans deal with something they cannot control or understand is very well played. It is a page turner and the action kept me wanting to know what happens next.

If you like the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins, you will want to read Ms. Simner's Faerie series.

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Good book

Good book

Fantastic read

Ioved this book and loved how liza overcame how she was raised.

Loved it!!

I thought it was great!

looooooovvvvvvvvvveeeddd

i read itbin 1 day

An outstanding story

Wow this was a really great book, finished it in two days. Its similar to The Hunger Games, but with faerie and magic instead! Definitely a worthwhile read. Quick and easy, only 140 pages.

Fun and Thought-Provoking Read

Originaly posted at: www.aurorareviews.blogspot.com ***** Not your typical YA faerie book - this well-written story gives us a different look at the realm of faerie vs. humans. A war has destroyed the human world and has left humans feeling as though they cannot trust anyone for fear that they will hurt them with magic.

Liza, has been brought up to fear magic. She was easy to empathize with as she panics and feels she will be no longer wanted by anyone if she reveals her evil (magic) side. As she flees her town, her stubborn nature and strong will are what help her in the upcoming adventures and keep her moving forward.

Liza is joined by a few misfits along the way; Matthew, a fierce protector, who is touched by magic and has been hiding it for years; Allie, the best friend with magical healing powers and Tallow a tag-along cat with a humorous personality. The four make a great team and rely on each others' strengths to help them through many obstacles.

There was a tiny glimmer of romance developing between Liza and Matthew, though Ms. Simner did not expand upon or explore the idea of their budding romance in this novel. It would have been truly exciting to see unfold while they were going through such an emotionally charged journey together.

The use of American landmarks is quite creative. There are references to different rivers and landmarks from the state of Missouri. The destruction left by the war is so descriptive during the misfits' adventures along the abandoned highways and cities.

The one thing that is alluded to is that there are always two sides to a story. I think it would be wonderful to see both sides of the history of the war. There are glimpses here and there, but are never really elaborated upon, nor do they explain what started the war in the first place. The fae left the plants and forests to have magic within them that seek to kill humans, which is also not explained. This bit of dark magic makes Ms. Simner's tale that much more interesting and unique. I feel a sequel could be created that may explain the past war and could easily carry on with the characters in their new awareness of magic and it's uses. All in all, a wonferful read that I recommend for lovers of magic and adventure.

Worth While

Liza was a push forward type of girl. In a world that was devastated and destroyed Between humans and faeries. The idea of even possibly having any type of magic powers marks you a cast out. Liza new born sister was born with the possibility of having powers and she was cast out. This tragic event set a pace for this book. It was dark and powerful. It also gave you hope as to what could be. Liza really made this book. Her ability to step through the fire hoops made the book stand out. This is the first book of Janni Lee Simner I have read. What a great read. This is not like any other book I have read. Bones of Faerie is a worth the time and the money read.

Good story concept but HORRIBLE connection to the characters and plot.

The book had a unique story, but the characters weren't so well developed. Most of the time I couldn't even connect to Liza, the main character. It took me 5 days to read 250 pages, and I'm not a slow reader. I read Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows in one night. This book however took so long to get to the main plot. I was half way through the book and nothing exciting had happened except that she left home from one paragraph to the next. There is very little insight to Liza's character that the entire story loses that connection between the book and reader. In one paragraph shes in her town, in the next shes in the woods and its difficult to know what she thought or felt. The only reasons I finished this book are:

1) I wanted to know if Liza's mom was alive and what happened to her and

2) I was bored out of my mind and this book was the only book I had access to at the moment besides the owner's manual to my Jeep (and I had already read that -_- )

So while the concept of the story was unique (and had great potential) it is so easy to get lost when there is such little insight to the main character's thoughts. I was completely disconnected from this book.

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Alright

Not really my favorite book, though it was good. The plot and the idea behind it was very unique, but it seems to stop short at the ending, and really doesn't close-out like it should. Kind of disappointing.

Memorable Magic

Bones of Fearie is a book that will ensnare all readers, no matter what you usually read and like. Any age range will appreciate Liza's journey through understanding more about her world, her family and herself. Bones of Faerie will capture your senses and mind. Readers will be launched on an unforgettable journey through lands of carnivorous plants, shadows and a giant arch; both unfamiliar, yet closer to home than you might imagine.

Good afternoon read

I really wanted to like this book. the cover captivated me, the concept of a war pitting human against faerie piqued my interest... but I was left wanting more. The story was good, there were many original aspects (I love the faerie's having clear hair), but it just didn't grab me. It was, however, a great read on a rainy Sunday.

A Good Read.

I just kind of saw this book in the bookstore and thought it looked interesting so I bought it and I read it in a few days. The book's plot is very good and very original but it did have a bit of sloppy writing and needs a bit of a larger vocabulary. Before every one of Liza's visions, it was always I saw: I saw: I saw: and "GO AWAY" "GO AWAY" by the end of the book, I was sick and tired of the I saw: and "go away" parts. Matthew just seemed like some "possible romance" that the author just threw in randomly to make her story more interesting. Their journey to the Arch dragged on far too long when barely anything happened. I could have skipped over 100 pages of that and not missed a thing. And I would think that a little background information on what was happening to these characters would help. Though I was able to figure it out, I can see why a lot of my friends who read it were confused by it. Other than that, the characters were all connected to the main plot so there were none of those random characters that have nothing to do with the story. The concepts and ideas were well thought out and completely hers. Though it wasn't an action-packed book, it was a nice and quick read and I enjoyed it very much. It really does show you how beautiful nature can be and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a good or decent book to read.

Recommendation for Bones of Faerie

Bones of Faerie by Simner is set in a post-apocalyptic Missouri. Narrated by Liza a fifteen-year-old girl who lives with her abusive father after her mother leaves because Liza's father killed Liza's sister Rebecca because she was born with magic. After the War between the humans and the Fey, a race that has always lived along side ours that possessed magical abilities. What sparks the War isn't addressed, but it caused the plants and animals to become more savage and intelligent because of the Faerie magic. When Liza discovers that she has magic of her own like her sister, she runs away from her village in order to escape the wrath of her father. Matthew, whose brother killed himself and his family because he called plants into his house with magic, joins her. After encountering trouble, they go to a village much different from their own led by Karin, who has the ability to communicate with plants. There Liza learns that her mother is still alive, so with Matthew and a young healer, Allie, they set out to find her in what remains of Faerie that lies through the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.
I recommend this book because it was relatively fast paced and interesting. The book's thought provoking and full of twists and turns. The characters are interesting, if not well developed at times. The magic is ambiguous in that you never really figure out how or why it works. The psychology of the War and its after effects is there for those that want to look for it, but it's never discussed why the Faeries attacked the humans. The ending is satisfying, but leaves you wanting more especially in the budding relationship between Matthew and Liza. Overall, it's a good fun read, the world pulls you in doesn't release its hold until the end. 4/5 -LaurenJaimeC from Hewitt Trussville High School in Alabama.

Sloppy.

I picked up this book on a whim, thinking it would be a quick and interesting read. It definitely wasn't what I expected. I felt like I was thrown into the story, without any backstory to rely on. The first half of the book, I was constantly being introduced to new things without any description that left me thinking: What's going on now? The narration is very unreliable, and I didn't understand the plot. Liza supposedly leaves her home to find her missing mother, but I never understood her drive. Why does she want her mother back? From what we see after she finds her, Liza acts as if she hates her. It may be harsh, but some people don't want their parents around, and if Liza wanted her mother back despite her attitude towards her, there should have been an explanation as to why. Character personalities seemed to pop out of nowhere, as if they were shoved in last minute. The 'magic' was never explained, leaving me confused as how it's supposed work. Just because this is a fantasy novel, doesn't mean that there should be a lack of realism. This was a book about adjusting to life after a traumatic war, and there should have been more about the new emotional struggles, which were not shown properly. For a first novel, this book is still horrible, and it makes me wonder why the editors weren't doing their job and finding plot holes.

I enjoyed it.

The book has a great story, I just think the writing was really bad. It was confusing, and ended very quickly. I wish it would have been more complicated throughout the book instead of just going somewhere without anything that really wow-ed me happening. I liked it, and thought it was worth me reading it, just though it could use A LOT of work done.

i loved this book

I really loved this book and from the night that liza left and matthew followed her you can really see the chemestry they have. i loved how liza can call people back IF the want to come back like she did with allie when she almost drowed. But i almost bawled when tallow died and liza couldednt call her back. beacuse tallow was always there throu out the book. Also i hated lizas father ERRRRR he made me so mad!!!!!! And he threw tallow at the wall!

so thats what i think of this AH-mazing book

i rate this book out of 5 stars . . . . . .
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fun and light

I highly recommend this book for those who read YA, and especially for kids reading young YA. It's a journey of a teenage girl and boy, first running away, and then looking for the girl's mom, and hopefully on the way learning the cause of the war between humans and faeries that devastated the world as their parents knew it. On their journey they learn things and grow -- especially the girl -- and learn a way to help heal their world.

This book, while not a hard read, is a fun read, and follows the typical Faerie Quest, if you know of such things. It's not obvious, so it's not cliche, but in a book about Faerie I like the fact that the story follows a Faerie Tale mode.