Author : Kristin Cashore
Citation : Cashore, Kristin. Graceling. Orlando, Fla. : Harcourt, 2008.
Grace, that is a term for people born with an extreme skill, are
feared and exploited. One of them is Katsa who carries the burden of the skill,
the Grace of killing. Living under the command of her uncle Randa, King of the
Middluns, she is expected to punish and torture anyone who displeases the king.
Then, meeting Prince Po who is Graced with combat skills, Katsa has no idea of
how her life is about to change: to learn the truth about her own Grace and the
secret that could destroy all seven kingdoms. Those who are Tamora Pierce fans
must love this thrilling, action-packed fantasy adventure with a slight hint of
steamy romance. Every character is depicted with the same meticulous devotion
to human understanding, making this novel is compelling with its strong
heroine, political intrigue and action. The author juggles her complicated plot
with effortlessness rivalling Katsa's. Although there are some undeveloped
plots, the exquisitely drawn
romance will satisfy the thirst of Twilight
fans, but one measure of this compelling novel's achievements lies in its broad
appeal
