My Rating: 4.5 hearts
Thoughts on the Novel: The second book in Sarah Fine’s Of Metal
and Wishes duology, Of Dreams and Rust was even better than Of Metal and Wishes! In this novel, Wen continues to grow as a character, and truly learns
to look beyond race to consider how war affects individuals. Although I
liked her in Of Metal and Wishes, she really became a character I admired in
this book.
The romance continued to be something I enjoyed as well. Since Of Dreams
and Rust is set a year later and Melik has been gone during this time, Wen has
developed feelings for Bo. However, it becomes pretty clear early on that Wen’s
heart still belongs to Melik and that the love that she has for Bo is very different.
Besides the lack of a love triangle, I also liked that the romance wasn’t
without its challenges. The Noor – who we learn more about in this novel – and Itanyai
have different beliefs, and it was good to see Melik and Wen acknowledge those
differences and try to bridge the gaps.
A book that concluded on a somewhat bittersweet note because some
characters that I loved died, Of Dreams and Rust was released by Margaret K. McElderry
Books in August 2015.
Comments About the Cover: I like how the model is wearing brighter
colours like the Noor and looking back as if she’s saying goodbye to her
familiar life.
I really need to read a book by Sarah Fine. Instead of reading a trilogy by her, I can start this duology. I'm thrilled there is no love triangle and that the story doesn't drag. Looking forward to picking this one up!
ReplyDeleteAw man, sad endings get me so bad, but I still really want to check this series out! I still have yet to read Of Metal and Wishes but I'm excited to!
ReplyDeleteYAAAAAAY! I loved this one so much too Z! I was thrilled with the romance and the fact that despite Wen's affection for Bo, it never turned into a true triangle. I need more Sarah Fine in my life:)
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