Official Review: When Lions Roar by Karen Leigh Gruber

[Nerea]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "When Lions Roar" by Karen Leigh Gruber.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Maggie and princess Kazi are women from different lands fighting for their survival. The disappearance of a young girl changed their lives.

Maggie endured an abusive marriage for a long time, and the person that made her happy was her young daughter Hannah. One day, Hannah’s dad (David) was called for a gig in South Africa. So he had his family accompany him. The visit to Africa was fascinating, and the family enjoyed touring the animal habitation. The peaceful and exciting mood ended when Hannah was reported missing.

It turns out Hannah had heard about the calamity that had befallen the inhabitants of the Maasakai Kingdom. Kazi (a lioness) was a princess from the Maasakai Kingdom. She, together with her people, was put in danger by Prince Loki’s poor reasoning (Loki was a lion). How did Hannah’s disappearance change the lives of Maggie and princess Kazi? Grab a copy of the book and find out.

The book When Lions Roar by Karen Leigh Gruber is a fictional story that highlights the events taking place in two different worlds, that is, the human world and animal world. The book has a unique format. It consists of 121 pages (PDF copy). There are no chapters in the book, but the author employed a format that separates different segments in the story. I love how the author merged the story about Maggie and Princess Kazi in a way that doesn’t seem confusing. Moreover, the descriptions of nature and the condition of life in Africa were outstandingly painted. Noteworthy, the backstories of the characters, the adventure, and historical elements contributed to a steady development of the plot.

The book is narrated from the perspective of Maggie in an agonizing and hearty tone. I love the writing style. The narration flow is swift and steady. The vivid description of characters and the world-building create an environment that makes the reader feel like he/she is in the story witnessing the events taking place.

One of the characters that I was pleased with was Akilah, Maggie’s close friend from South Africa. She was a true friend in times of need. She provided comfort and practical help to Maggie whenever she needed help.

The book highlights themes like sexual and physical abuse, motherhood, animal kingdom, friendship, and family.

Readers who are sensitive to erotic contents, vulgarisms, and violence may wish to skip this book.

The book is emotionally gripping. There is nothing to dispute about the book. Readers will learn a lot from the story about marriage, friendship, and motherhood. The lesson that stood out for me about friendship is that a true friend is like a brother in times of distress. The book seems to have been skillfully edited. I only detected one error. That said, I rate the book at 4 out of 4 stars.

If you find stories that merge human and animal worlds appealing, here’s your treat. Readers who love suspense and adventures in your stories can also check the book.

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[Adrianna Melillo]

I’m interested in the way this book takes place in both the human and animal world. This seems like a short but intriguing and powerful read. Great review!

[Kirsi Cultrera]

This book sounds indeed very compelling. And it seems to be getting into some very important themes. Human and animal worlds mixed also sounds like rather interesting set up. Thank you for your review!

[Joseph_ngaruiya]

Your laudatory review makes the book sound more interesting. It sparked my memory of Lion King - The movie.

[Elvis Best]

I wonder how the human and animal world come together in this book. I enjoyed reading your insightful review. Great job!

[María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda]

I find the African setting fascinating, and I wonder how the author manages to successfully mix topics like abuse with an animal story.
What a unique plot and a captivating review! Thanks!

[Phelicia Gloria]

Do to the many profane language in it I'll skip this one, great review.

[Harty Muli]

I like the plot that combines the unique stories told from a human and animal point of view. I hope Maggie finds her daughter. Thanks for the insightful review.

[Chinelookeke]

It's always wonderful when humans and animals come together. Would really love to read to know how Hannah's disappearance changed the lives of Maggie and princess Kazi. Great review. Thanks.

[Prisallen]

I find the merging of the human world with the animal world an interesting plot. I'm curious about how it goes. Thanks for your wonderful review!

[Nerea]

I’m interested in the way this book takes place in both the human and animal world. This seems like a short but intriguing and powerful read. Great review!

That's right. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on my review.

[Nerea]

This book sounds indeed very compelling. And it seems to be getting into some very important themes. Human and animal worlds mixed also sounds like rather interesting set up. Thank you for your review!

Yes. It is an interesting set up. Thankk you for coming through and leave a comment.

[Nerea]

Your laudatory review makes the book sound more interesting. It sparked my memory of Lion King - The movie.

Ooooh, nice. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on my review.

[Nerea]

I wonder how the human and animal world come together in this book. I enjoyed reading your insightful review. Great job!

You better grab a copy of the book and find out. Thank you for your kind words.

[Nerea]

I find the African setting fascinating, and I wonder how the author manages to successfully mix topics like abuse with an animal story.
What a unique plot and a captivating review! Thanks!

I'd say the author is talented. She incorporated all that in a way that didn't seem confusing. Thank you for your continued support @Lunastella@