October 24, 2024
October is nearing it’s close, and I’m just doing my monthly blog. Is it really almost Halloween?
This is a perfect time to read The Hallowmas Train, but I am struggling to meet the approaching deadline.
Fortunately, I have some reviewers helping me out.
Bibliomaniac Aza: I am a fan of fantasies based in old times and books with time travel? Just give it to me already. Azur is a sensory, a human with super natural powers and so was her sister before she took the midnight train to prosper station back in time and never came back. Azur is sure her sister is alive and is determined to find her at any cost. She and a few of her friends with motives of their own take the train to the prosper station.
The story was interesting with a unique concept. I liked all the characters and while there were quite a few of them I wasn’t confused at all as they were all introduced and made part of the story with great care. I liked everything but felt there were too many descriptions and the book could be more enjoyable if written from first person.
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Kit ‘N Kabookle Mary DeSantis: I really enjoyed the idea behind this book. A time-traveling train that brings certain people back to a world populated by psychic vampires? Just, wow, so cool (where cool means I don’t want to actually fight a psychic vampire, but reading about other people doing it is awesome). Maybe it’s a throwback to the Hogwarts Express, but I love mystical trains. But I digress. Lots of great concepts in here, even aside from the train.
The characters faced some very real conflicts, both internal and external. I was interested to see how everything resolved. While the conflicts were fascinating, I didn’t connect with the characters as much as I would have liked to.
All in all, an interesting and fun read. Recommend to fans of historical fantasy.
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Gina Rae Mitchell: The Hallowmas Train is a captivating story. I kept trying to put it down so I could work on daily chores, but I found myself with it back in my hand while I devoured chapter after chapter.
This unique tale is imaginative and well-written. The characters are fully developed and the settings described so well you can picture them in full detail like a movie in your mind.
Fans of time-travel and mysterious stories will love this book. It’s twisty and entertaining with a full cast of characters residing in two worlds.
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The Faerie Review Liliyana Shadowland: This was an absolutely captivating story. The characters had a wonderful depth, and the time travel was unique and handled well. I loved following first Azur, and then Hilma as they dealt with each obstacle thrown in their path, both internal and external.
Once I started reading, I was reluctant to set it down, so be sure you set aside a few hours before you crack open this book. If you’re looking for a unique story with strong leads, then you’ve found your next read.
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As you will have noted, dear reader, the reviewers do not hold back on their opinions, nor do they always agree. I trust you find their observations refreshing.
Reviews are always welcome, and reviewers are treasures valued by authors.