’’The Dreamer’’ completely rocked my world and it is really funny how, once again, I fail at finding the right words to describe my feelings. AMAZING? EXTRAORDINARY? These words could fit pretty well, although they still manage to underrate the real level of epicness this book reaches. I could easily incorporate a few dozen gifs in this review, showing you exactly the emotions I went through while reading this jem and write nothing else, but I do not think it would be the wisest thing to do.
Firstly, let me tackle the story and the writing style. Before I read ’’The Dreamer’’, I haven’t encountered any other new adult/fantasy/sci-fi book, at least not one that I remember something about. These 3 genres are my favourite when it comes to my personal preferences so finding a book that encompasses all of them literally sounded like heaven. The fact that the E.J’s idea for the book is original didn’t hurt either. She created a story that takes place in two dimensions, the one we all know very well, which is ours, and the other that she gave life to – Terra Somniorum- a place we come to discover through Molly’s eyes.
After Molly gets hit by lightning, she starts to have dreams of this strange place, that is completely different from her world. A place where there is always night, people wear black clothes from head to toe and have the ability to handle dangerous weapons. Oh, and there is this one handsome guy, Dev, that makes her feel strange emotions from the very beginning and ends up filling an important place in her heart. But why does this happen to her? She had a normal life before, a job, an amazing friend that was more like her sister, Becca, and a very hot boyfriend, Jared. However, because everything happens for a reason, Molly soon finds out that all she has experienced after the accident is real and she represents more than she has ever wanted for Terra. She is the most important opponent in the war against the Metus –some horrible creatures that want to take hold of the Dreamers’ minds and cause irreparable damage in both dimensions- she is STAR OF HOPE.
There is so much stuff happening in this book and I cannot go into many details because that would take forever, but I tried to give you guys a short summary of what happens. E.J’s writing style is absolutely amazing, she describes everything so well you start to have doubts whether you’re watching an action movie or reading a book. I would say the first option is more accurate. What is more, I think we should give her a crown for the best writer when it comes to swoon worthy, belly laughing & nerve-wracking scences between the main characters. Seriously now, everytime Molly and Dev were together, sparks ignited and the sexual tension was unbearable.
Secondly, another reason why this book is freakin’ fantastic is represented by the characters. Actually, everthing that happens wouldn’t be possible without them. I love how everyone has a strong personality and plays a great role in the whole story. My favourite has to be Molly and it was a little bit of a shock to discover such a badass female character in a 24-year-old young woman. Even if she didn’t categorize herself as a strong person, she was and her brave heart and witty comments made me love her even more. She is undoubtedly a heroine and therefore deserves to be mentioned along with the other female role models for young girls in the fantasy literature.
I wonder if you guys have ever gotten bored by love triangles in books. Because I have. And we kind of have a love triangle going on here, as well. On one hand there’s Dev, the guy from Molly’s dreams, and on the other hand is Jared, the real life boyfriend. The funny thing is that this time I enjoyed it and I cannot decide which team I belong to, mainly because both of the boys are amazing in their own way. I’m pretty sure my opinion will change in book two, but until then, I will try to restrain myself from making a decision.
Taking all these points into consideration, I highly recommend you ’’The Dreamland’’ series if you are looking for something new and interesting to read. Although I should warn you that once you start diving into E.J.Mellow’s world, you will not be able to stop reading and crave for more!
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What if you found the man of your dreams?
But only sleep could bring you together...
“Why can’t I remember you when I wake up?”
Pain flutters across Dev’s features and then is gone. “I’m not really sure,” he says. “But if it makes you feel any better," his voice drops to a husky whisper, "I never forget you when you leave.”
YOU'LL LOVE THE DREAMER IF YOU LOVE...
- A snarky dark-haired, light-eyed hero
- A heroine with powers
- A slow burn romance
- Contemporary Fantasy
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A FANTASTIC start to a must-read trilogy
I've been wracking my brain trying to find the right words to describe just how much I loved this book. But it's near impossible.I will say this, though: fantasy is usually not my thing. AT ALL. I kept seeing this book pop up on Instagram and I will admit that it was the beautiful cover that made me look into it further. I bought all of the books in paperback because they're just too beautiful to sit in a kindle!. Upon reading the description I KNEW I'd never read anything like this before. And I. Was. Not. Disappointed.E.J. Mellow has quickly become a new favorite, which is crazy to me as I was NOT a fantasy lover, and I just know that I will absolutely devour anything that she puts out into the world.
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Kerosene Lit
A Fantastic Blend of Contemporary and Fantasy
Reviewed in Canada on October 20, 2015