Summary: In a discontent kingdom, civil war is brewing. To unify the divided people, Conner, a nobleman of the court, devises a cunning plan to find an impersonator of the king's long-lost son and install him as a puppet prince. Four orphans are recruited to compete for the role, including a defiant boy named Sage. Sage knows that Conner's motives are more than questionable, yet his life balances on a sword's point -- he must be chosen to play the prince or he will certainly be killed. But Sage's rivals have their own agendas as well.
As Sage moves from a rundown orphanage to Conner's sumptuous palace, layer upon layer of treachery and deceit unfold, until finally, a truth is revealed that, in the end, may very well prove more dangerous than all of the lies taken together. (From Goodreads)
Pro's: This book was brilliantly written. Even though it is written in first person and you feel like you know the main character very well, then ending is a big surprise! The storyline is original and fast moving. Though I didn't feel like the book had a strong overall point there were a few minor lessons I greatly appriciated.
Con's: Even though I only read this book last week I have forgotten some details. I do not specifically remember any language or inappropriate passages but I think there were one or two minor ones.
I was not aware until just a few minutes ago that this was the first book in a trilogy. I look forward to reading the others! (Assuming my library has them.)
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
I read this book last year and liked it quite a bit!
ReplyDeleteReally! I would never have guessed it to be your style.
DeleteOh? I guess as long as a book is entertaining and keeps me reading, there is a pretty good chance I'll like it. =) I've become less picky over the past few years...
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