
Aspiring: Part 1 of the Siblings' Tale
Elisabeth and Edvard The Siblings' Tale, Book 1
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Astrid V.J.
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At her mother’s death-bed Elisabeth learns that her mother’s illness is no accident and that her own life is in danger. Evil witches are plotting to take over the kingdom of Vendale. All alone, naive and untrained, Elisabeth’s determination is all she has to confront her mother’s murderers as she discovers love at the same time.
While Richard’s behaviour sends distracting mixed messages, Elisabeth finds herself stuck in limbo: She is treated like a child but is forced to make adult decisions. Meanwhile, thewitches’ plot spins a fateful web around herCan Elisabeth succeed in the face of insurmountable odds?
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What listeners say about Aspiring: Part 1 of the Siblings' Tale
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- Susan at Truly Novel Reviews
- 12-30-21
Aspiring is an appropriate title.
I’m giving this listen 4.5 stars. The writing is lyrical, complex in what I believe is just the right way. The narration was beautiful as well. Overall, I enjoyed the time I spent listening to this book.
Not quite a 5* for me, mainly because I think I need more time with this novel to fully appreciate it. I’m not certain listing to this is the best way to consume it. At some point, I hope to go back and read it too. That may give me a better appreciation.
I’m going with 4* rating for a few reasons. First, while the characters, society, and world are well-realized, I think there were some aspects that didn’t quite come to fruition for me. For example, I was left with a vague impression of which fairy tale this was retelling. I thought maybe Cinderella, but I wasn’t sure. It left me a bit confused. I do see from the reviews that it’s perhaps based on another one.
Regardless, the story stands on its own. What is truly lovely about the story is watching Elisabeth overcome challenges to find herself and her way to her prince.
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- Kim
- 07-26-21
Can’t wait to listen to part 2!
Very well written and narration was outstanding! Author keeps you guessing and draws you into the characters. Narrator reads with great emotion!
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