K.D. Berry

Another entertaining read from this duo. Kevin and Dianne Berry write the most amusing fantasy I have read in a long time. Packed with puns and interesting characters, it keeps you hooked. This novel takes place in the same city as "Dragon's Away" but unlike the former, it remains within the city - no travelling required. Instead we have several wizards of varying talents and skills, talking furniture, animated statues, a thief, a time traveller and a mischevious imp. Some of the characters don't receive quite as much "screen time" as I might have liked, but overall it proved to be a most entertaining read and I hope to see more from this duo.… (más)

I received a free ebook copy in exchange for an honest review.
Growing Disenchantments is the the second book of K.D. Berry's that I've read, and after liking the first, I loved the second (but this isn't a series, it just has some carry-over characters). What happens when a young sorcerer tries to hire a thief, Ganfrey, to still a seemingly ugly and boring painting? When you throw in two more sorcerers, a time-travel, a good/bad imp, and a hilarious security guard, a whole lot happens!
Much like Dragons Away, this book has a level of humor I haven't seen before in books. It can be dry, subtle, shocking, etc., but always funny. I can't count the times I laughed out loud while reading.
However, as much as I love a good laugh, what I loved most about this book was the surprising bits of depth found throughout. Ganfrey might be one of my favorite female protagonists. Her background story is rough (as in, the circumstances were rough, not the writing), and though she stays strong, we still see moments where she's just a scared teenager trying to find a home. Likewise, the sorcerers in this book are after as much power as they can get. Once they see what great power is like, they have to decide if it is worth it, if having all the power in world means you turn evil and alone.
I was pleasantly surprised to see a little love triangle going on in this book. It was refreshing, because it lacked the overdone love triangle-ness seen in many YA books. It was simple, light, and I liked both guys in the triangle enough to be happy with either choice Ganfrey had, if she did indeed choose one (not to give any spoilers away).
With unique, clever, and funny characters as well as a smooth plot, 4.5/stars. If you're looking for something new in YA, I would highly recommend this to you.… (más)

I loved everything about this book! First and foremost, it is exceptionally well written. The story has a great flow and stylistically is very easy to get lost in.

The entire cast of characters is unique, fun, and compelling. The plot is an adventure that unravels with lots of magic, mystery and unexpected humor. I was totally absorbed from beginning to end.

This book is marketed as YA, but I think it holds vast appeal for the general adult audience. I highly recommend this story to anyone who wants a break from the real world for a while.… (más)

GROWING DISENCHANTMENTS was a great story. Ragonnard, the sorcerer was search of a painting when he had a chance meeting with a thief that can help him reach his goals. This story had sorcerers, time travel, talking furniture and so much more. When I was reading this book it reminded me of a cross between Harry Potter and the movie Bedknobs and Broomsticks, two of my favorite movies. If you are looking for something to read with a touch of humor this is your book. Recommended for all ages. This book was received for the purpose of an honest review.
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