Lunora and the Monster King by H.S. Crow

Lunora and the Monster King Reviews

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  Joselyn Moreno

  I received this book from the author for an honest review.
  
  Since I began reading it to the end, I felt many emotions, from happiness to dread to sadness, it's truly a good written opera.
  
  I liked the issues it treathed and the way they were exposed, it was very brilliant and the scenery was absorbing.
  
  The characters were so amazing and complex as any human would be and the situations were as interesting and difficult as life itself is.
  
  The ending let me wonder and a little sad too, but it too gave me hope that given the right push people can do so much together and be better if they want.
  
  An amazing book to read and to have on you shelf.
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  Sara Lucinda

  This was such a different book than I am used to reading. Gifted to me by the author to read in exchange for a review. My heart sank when I saw that it was a script (no one said anything about a play! Dangit) but I read on because I said that I would. 
  What I found there in that "play" was far more than just a play. What was there reached out and grabbed ahold of me and pulled me in from the very beginning, no matter what the format was, but it wasn't all dialogue.. I do have to admit that while I am typically such a proud owner and reader of my Kindle, I for the first time wished that I had the actual book in my hand rather than the screen one. To be able to see the illustrations and the words on the page in this instance would have been extraordinary. I feel like maybe I would have felt like what Bastian felt when he was reading The Neverending Story up in the school attic.
  Lunora made a strong protagonist, one that was easy to connect to ( I would think if you were a girl or a boy) and someone that even an adult could look up to and take notes from when it comes to intense interactions with others.  She is the victim of a terrible attack and wakes up in a world that is filled with monsters. The first character that you meet is Mother Leaf, someone that I pictured to be like that talking knot in the tree from Fern Gully. Many other characters come into play in the story and each is as interesting and beautiful as the last. Her journey from scared child to the end was heartbreaking and delightful.
  The ending!! I don't want to spoil it for anyone but the ending oh!! Well done Well DONE!! I am not so usually surprised by a book but I was with this one! It was gripping and extravagant but simple in the way that it was told and it was an amazing combination when telling this story: It was unlike any book I've ever read. What a supremely awesome message this book will spread.
  The comparisons between her world and ours are obvious and undeniable real. The monsters judge Lunora purely on the act of the vicious and horrible humans that came before her instead of on her own accord. It makes you feel so many things, sad, scared, encouraged, mad and completely thrilled with what you just read.
  This book makes you think twice about what your children might be thinking about racism or terrorism or how they view other adults. This would be a great story to share with your kids, your neighbors, your peers and quite possibly even strangers that your randomly meet. I encourage readers of all ages to engage with these characters.
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  Shirley Revill

  Wow, So much creative talent from one person. The author of this book is very gifted in so many ways.
  The artwork on the cover is outstanding and the illustration inside is absolutely beautiful.
  This is not a book to be hidden away amongst the other books on your bookshelf.
  A beautiful book that gives me so much pleasure just by looking at the cover that I have it permanently on display.
  
  I was very surprised and intrigued by the format of this book which is written as a play. This worked very well for me as I felt I really got to know the characters so well in the story. The words are so beautiful and well written that they will stay with me forever.
  
  This is absolutely one very well written and beautifully illustrated book by a exceptionally talented author.
  I received this book in a Goodreads giveaway and would like to say thank you to the author and Goodreads for making this possible.
  A truly talented author and illustrator who will go far. Very highly recommended and I would give more than five stars if I could.
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  Kira Tynan

  This is a wonderful book, written in an intriguing format. Told in fable-style, the author has a smooth, fast-moving pace with characters brought easily to life. Also fable-style, bad things do happen to good people, but with an interesting lesson that we (humans, monsters, fairies, elves and all the Otherworld folk) are all one. The format might take a little getting used to but stay with it, as the result is a strong story that will remain with you even after you've finished reading it.
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  SoLace Andre

  Excellent book. Started reading, it not finished yet. It's quite exciting
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  Kimberly Vanderbloom

  I won this book in a Goodreads First Reads giveaway.
  
  I was pretty excited to read this book because it seemed like it was something right up my alley. Now when I cracked it open I was a little surprised it was a play script. It took me a little bit to get in to my reading rhythm but once I did it was devoured quickly. I thought it was well written and easy to become consumed in the world and characters. I was overall impressed and glad I gave it a shot. I would recommend this for someone who loves fantasy and wants something a little different.
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  Michelle Olms

  Great book
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  Diane

  Good book!
  
  This is not my normal type of book but it was a good story. I wasn't expecting the play format but once I got past that the story pulled me in. Good characters and a well written story. I enjoy this read very much.
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  James Rosone

  I just finished reading Lunora and the Monster King and wanted to take a few minutes to write up a review. First, I really liked the world the author created. His characters are incredibly detailed and the way he visually describes each scene was excellent. The plot was easy to follow and kept you engaged throughout. This is the first book I’ve read in this genre and from this author but I enjoyed it. It reads like an allegory talking about real world issues that are tough and difficult with no easy answers, but it causes you to pause and think about it from a different perspective.
  
  I hope the author continues to write and creates additional books in this same vain. C.S. Lewis was one of the masters in the creation of allegories, I think H.S. Crow could develop into that kind of a writer.
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  Laura Eckert

  A beautiful and magical story that captivated me for hours! H.S. Crow has an incredible and imaginary mind. I typically read non-fiction and wanted to expand my reading experience by reading a fantasy novel. I was pleased I did; as Lunora and the Monster King provoked thoughts and feelings about the world, its people and behaviors in a realistic way - even though I was reading fiction. I enjoyed this book so much so, that I am curious about this genre altogether now. Great job!
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  Hannah Allen

  I struggled with the play/drama format of the book. A normal prose format would have given more room for character and plot development. Not to mention the social issues paralleling our own society’s issues were very obvious. It wasn’t a bad read or a bad message, but it isn’t necessarily done in a coherent and thought-provoking manner.
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  Michelle

  Not to bad, interesting characters, this books reads like a screenplay. I received a beautiful poster with the book but it was ruined during shipping.
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  Molly Greenway

  I wanted to love this book since it had such high reviews. Unfortunately, the book reminding me of Labyrinth but with nothing new or exciting to add. There are a bunch of monsters and characters that don’t matter and don’t add to the plot, and overall it just fell really flat.
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  Fee Roberts

  After 5% into the book, I knew it wasn't for me. It's written like a play with the description of the characters at the beginning of the book. Then it tells us what said person is doing (i.e. laughing, crying), then we get a few words of dialogue. The chapters are acts, and very boring acts I might add. Unfortunately, this is not what I had in mind for an enjoyable fantasy novel.
  
  Won in a Goodreads giveaway.