Poison Wars, Book 1

Synopsis: I was seven years old the first time my uncle poisoned me… Outwardly, Jovan is the lifelong friend of the Chancellor’s charming, irresponsible Heir. Quiet. Forgettable. In secret, he’s a master of poisons and chemicals, trained to protect the Chancellor’s family from treachery. When the Chancellor succumbs to an unknown poison and an army lays siege to the city, Jovan and his sister Kalina must protect the Heir and save their city-state.
But treachery lurks in every corner, and the ancient spirits of the land are rising…and angry.

Review: This is a novel that I was looking forward to. The synopsis immediately attracted me and I was curious to discover this novel by Sam Hawke. Only here … I have not managed to connect to the story. Oh, yet I persisted and I almost read 50% of the novel, but at one point I had to admit that it didn’t work out. It’s been a long time since I DNF abook, it’s not my habit, but I realized the obvious thing. I can not say why it did not work out, but I’m sure it will find its audience!

15 thoughts on “DNF – City of Lies by Sam Hawke

  1. Mary Kirkland

    It happens. Sometimes the book just isn’t a good fit.

  2. Lindsi

    Bummer! I’m sorry this one didn’t work for you! Hopefully your next read is a better fit. I do like the cover for this one, though. I think reflecting images in the knife was super creative.

    L @ Do You Dog-ear?

    1. Melliane

      yes!

  3. blodeuedd

    Well this was disappointing :/

    1. Melliane

      yeah

  4. Northwoman

    I am so sorry and sad to hear it. I wanted to request this book but got busy and didn’t. I hope it is a better fit for other. Anne – Books of My Heart

    1. Melliane

      yeah maybe it would be better for you

  5. LilyElement Book Reviews

    Happens to us all at some time, hope your next read is amazing for you!!

  6. Melissa (My World...in words and pages)

    Bummer. Sorry it was a DNF for you.

  7. Carole @ Carole's Random Life in Books

    Sorry this one didn’t work for you. It happens every once in a while. I hope your next read is better for you.

  8. Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum

    Oh wow, I can’t remember the last time I saw you DNF a book! So sorry this one didn’t work for you. I’ve been curious about this one too, I hope I’ll do okay with it.

    1. Melliane

      yeah it’s rare

  9. Carole Rae

    Woah! You haven’t had a dnf in a while.

    1. Melliane

      yeah I was sad

  10. herding cats

    Oh that’s disappointing. :/

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