Review of Hale

[Olivia Orbih]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Hale" by JK Noble.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Rating - 4/5

If you are a fan of mythological creatures then this is definitely for you. I enjoyed this book.

The story takes place in a unique universe that consists of three worlds with various creatures. Humans exist in the Human Division of one of these worlds, which also has an Extraordinary Division for mythical creatures. The Human division seems to exist in current times. Travel between the worlds is only possible through utilizing magical objects or as a spirit. We meet griffins, priestesses, centaurs, a siren, and other creatures. The world-building was great.

The book starts with some events that happened in a previous time, and that sets the scene for the story, which is narrated from the points of view of various characters. Firstly, we have Bayo. Presently, Bayo is one of the griffin elders and the self-appointed head of the griffin clan. He seems to be intent on world domination. However, Hale can either hinder or promote this goal.

Now, Hale is a young griffin, raised in the Human Division and was initially unaware of his griffin heritage. He eventually finds his way to the Extraordinary Division and, on getting there, he has to navigate a new and somewhat strange way of life among his kind. He makes friends with several misfits.

We have Marcus, another griffin, brought up in a prejudiced clan that preys on those deemed “different”; Elliona, a siren, who is banished from her clan and embarks on her journey with some companions; and others. The transition from one person’s point of view to the next was not always very obvious, which made it a bit confusing at times. Aside from that, it was well written.

Much of the story is centred around Hale, and it seems as though all the main characters eventually cross paths in some way. Sadly, the book ends before we can see how. I hope there is a sequel and cannot wait to continue the journey. A delightful read; I give it four stars because of the occasional confusion and a few errors.

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