Blood Rose Rebellion

Reviewed by: Elizabeth Andersen - Westbrook High School, Westbrook, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: December 12, 2017

Review

In this first book in a new historical fantasy trilogy set in Europe, the Luminate are the upper class of society and are the only ones who can possess magic. Anna, born into the Luminate, however, is barren of magic. In her presence, spells are often broken or unpredictable. After Anna ruins her sister’s confirmation into magic, Anna is sent to Hungary with her grandmother where she learns family secrets and eventually the truth about herself. In the greater society, the commoners are starting to revolt. They want access to magic and are beginning to stage a rebellion against the Luminate and Anna may be the key to helping them. The author’s note in the back of the book aligns with European events of 1847 and 1848 in Europe, like the Hungarian Revolution, and this brings an interesting depth to the story. However, the rest of the plot does not distinguish itself from other popular dystopian and fantasy series.

Overall Book Score: good