Dividing Eden

Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: October 8, 2017

Review

For fans of Joelle Charbonneau, she has done it again; this time into the realms of fantasy. Royal twins Carys and Andreus were never meant to rule, but when their father and older brother were assassinated and their mother, the Queen, is pronounced incompetent to rule -- they are pitted against one another in the Trial of Succession. Each have their weaknesses and have protected one another over the years, but now that protection is in jeopardy and their weakness could be exposed.

Many characters are involved in this novel and a little weak to start, but eventually personalities are developed along with their motivations. There are many questions that have been left unanswered and will hopefully be enlightened to all in the next installment. Definitely ended with a cliff hanger.

Recommended grades levels are 7-12. The author's fan club will enjoy her next foray along with those of Sarah J. Maas and Kiera Cass.

Overall Book Score: excellent