DNFs

I do not post DNFs, but it's Sunday, I had thought about it and thought why not. They should be mentioned too. Sometimes I just delete them without even putting them on GR but I really should remember them. So these are from the last 6 months.

Two men. One is a prince of royal blood. The other is a half-breed, part human, part elf. But the part that is human is also royal.Two women. One is a princess, pampered and protected. The other lives in the forest, the leader of a band of rebels. She too has elven blood.

This is their story -- the tale of love and hate, courage and cowardliness, and magic both dark and light.

Why it was a DNF:

It could have worked, but it did not for me and I have to DNF it. I read up to page 80 or something and then skimmed the rest. I just could not bother with it.

The best part was the beginning and even that had me skimming. The evil guys were evil, and I do like when there are stupid religious people trying saying everyone else is wicked. But who cares. That was my problem who cares. I don't.

The formula was generic too, and sure I like the whole old school stuff. But I was never invested in anyone. Then when the young prince took over the story, again who cares, and why are you so stupid in the first place to go there? Honestly man.

So a fail.

Mass Market Paperback, 393 pages
Published February 1st 2000 by Ace Books
Sword, the Ring, and the Chalice #1, The Stories of Nether and Mandria #1

The Dominion, once divided by savage clan wars, has kept an uneasy peace within its border since that long-ago time when the clan Leonne was gifted with the magic of the Sun Sword and was raised up to reign over the five noble clans. But now treachery strikes at the very heart of the Dominion as two never meant to rule--one a highly skilled General, the other a master of the magical arts--seek to seize the crown by slaughtering all of clan Leonne blood.

Why it was a DNF:

*yawns* I have the worst of luck. This one, bleh from the start. I made it to page 50 and did not even bother to skim the rest cos it was too bloody long and boring to skim.

I was confused, wtf was the book even about?

Mass Market Paperback, 764 pages
Published July 1st 1997 by DAW Fantasy
Sun Sword #1

In this exciting debut, author Keri Arthur explodes onto the supernatural scene with a sexy, sensuous tale of intrigue and suspense set in a world where legends walk and the shady paths of the underworld are far more sinister than anyone envisioned.

Why it was a DNF:

I give up, I can't do UF on audio

Audio, Unabridged - Digital Download, 10 pages
Published January 31st 2006 by Random House Audio (first published January 1st 2006)
Jenson Guardian #1

Set in a modern-day London spiced with magicians and mystery, The Amulet of Samarkand is an extraordinary, edge-of-your-seat thriller with many unexpected twists. Following Bartimaeus and Nathaniel in turn, the story introduces us to two wonderfully memorable characters–destined to go through many adventures together and bound by a spell that is nearly impossible to break.

Why it was a DNF

The audio was boooooooooring. Stuff happened, whatever. Gave up

Published August 28th 2007 by Listening Library (Audio) (first published September 30th 2003)
Bartimaeus #1

In an alternate 1914 Europe, fifteen-year-old Austrian Prince Alek, on the run from the Clanker Powers who are attempting to take over the globe using mechanical machinery, forms an uneasy alliance with Deryn who, disguised as a boy to join the British Air Service, is learning to fly genetically-engineered beasts.

Why it was a DNF:

I am sure I could have done better than DNF but honestly, I do not have the time. I liked Alek's story, I did not care for Deryn. And as it was a library book it feels easier to actually give up.

Paperback, 434 pages
Published May 27th 2010 by Simon & Schuster Children's (first published January 1st 2009)
Leviathan #1

I thought it was over. That my time with the fey, the impossible choices I had to make, the sacrifices of those I loved, was behind me. But a storm is approaching, an army of Iron fey that will drag me back, kicking and screaming. Drag me away from the banished prince who's sworn to stand by my side. Drag me into the core of conflict so powerful, I'm not sure anyone can survive it.

Why it was a DNF:

I was bored and honestly by page 60 I gave up. I am not gonna force myself to finish this series. Dunno when it fell apart

Format: Paperback Publication Date: 1/25/2011
Paperback, 358 pages
The Iron Queen (Iron Fey, #3)

Part murder mystery, part gothic fantasy, part steampunk adventure, The Peculiar is Stefan Bachmann's riveting, inventive, and unforgettable debut novel.

Why it was a DNF

And I gave up...again. This book was cool and had a lot of promise but as audio. No way. Too much jumping around and this and that. I would like to see if it works better in print

Hardcover, 384 pages
Published September 18th 2012 by Greenwillow Books (first published September 2012)
The Peculiar #1

Ten years ago, two children witnessed a murder that still haunts them as adults.

Why it was a DNF:

It was confusing, it was too much and I did not give a damn. The world was interesting though.

Paperback, 688 pages
Published April 3rd 2012 by Orbit (first published November 8th 2011)
The Tainted Realm #1

An epic tale of seduction, war, and unrequited love. Patricia Bracewell, an outstanding new voice in historical fiction, weaves together a story that spans countries and dynasties to extraordinary dramatic effect.

Why it was a DNF:

It actually started off interesting but then I saw it takes place during just a few short years. And it's a trilogy and they never even reach the part of her life that is the most interesting...that is when I decided to read it another time instead.

Hardcover, 432 pages
Published June 6th 2013 by HarperCollins (first published February 7th 2013)

Risa Jones is as extraordinary as her heritage. Born from a lab-enhanced clone mother and an Aedh father, she can not only talk to the souls of the dying and the dead, but she can see the reapers and walk the gray fields that divide this world from the next.

Why it was a DNF:

I have had trouble with audio books lately. I need something that I can listen to while working and this one did not work. I gave up half way through cos nothing had happened

Audio
Published March 1st 2012 by Recorded Books (first published September 27th 2011)
Dark Angels #1