Monday, July 28, 2014

Of Metal and Wishes by Sarah Fine Review and GIVEAWAY!!!

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http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17303139-of-metal-and-wishes


There are whispers of a ghost in the slaughterhouse where sixteen-year-old Wen assists her father in his medical clinic—a ghost who grants wishes to those who need them most. When one of the Noor, men hired as cheap factory labor, humiliates Wen, she makes an impulsive wish of her own, and the Ghost grants it. Brutally.

Guilt-ridden, Wen befriends the Noor, including their outspoken leader, a young man named Melik. At the same time, she is lured by the mystery of the Ghost and learns he has been watching her … for a very long time.

As deadly accidents fuel tensions within the factory, Wen must confront her growing feelings for Melik, who is enraged at the sadistic factory bosses and the prejudice faced by his people at the hand of Wen’s, and her need to appease the Ghost, who is determined to protect her against any threat—real or imagined. She must decide whom she can trust, because as her heart is torn, the factory is exploding around her … and she might go down with it.

 

Of Metal and Wishes was not what I was expecting, not even close. This book was really dark, beautiful and scary. I’m surprised at how every single element of the book came together and worked nicely. I have to admit that the first few pages had me scratching my head because I had no idea where Fine was going with the book. But, every single thing that Fine incorporated in the book worked out in the end and the result was very enjoyable.

One of my favorite part about the book were the Noor. I was touched by how much they loved each other. These men are described as very manly tall men and to see how loving they are towards each other amazed me. Malik the leader of the Noor was amazingly fleshed out, I loved every single thing about him. On the other hand our main character, Wen, was a little hard to love at first but she grew on my by the end of the book. I got a little frustrated with her but I had to understand the circumstances she was in and try to put myself in her shoes.  Lastly, the ghost, I loved this character so much. He was scary but at the same time I couldn’t help not rooting for him. It was confusing. He did terrible things but he cared for Wen. I just wanted him to be happy.

I really hope you guys read and enjoy Of Metal and Wishes as much as I did. 


Don't forget to visit Alexa over at Collections and Joy over at Joyous Reads to read their reviews!!
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16 comments:

  1. I'm curious about Of Metal and Wishes. I haven't heard that much about it. It sounds pretty good though, and I do love ghost stories.

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  2. I absolutely loved this read and I am so exited that you loved it too!

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  3. This book does sound intriguing. Thank you for the highlight and your review. Very helpful.

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  4. These two words: Ghost and slaughterhouse were really all I needed to add it to my GR list, haha. "Dark, beautiful and scary" are also nice words to hear when someone describes a story. I can't wait to give it a try, thanks for making it international :D

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  5. It sounds like an exciting book. I just love stories with ghosts. Thanks for having the giveaway.

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  6. I love it when a book surprises you (in a good way!), and I can't help but be intrigued by the Nor. Fab review, and thanks for the chance!

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  7. This books sounds so good! Gothic, ghosts and what not. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  8. this book looks and sounds fabulous! I've had this on my radar for a while and I can't wait to read it :) Thanks for sharing!

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  9. This book sounds very interesting! Would love to read it! =D

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  10. I must admit that at first I wasn't interested because of the cover. It also sounded like not the kind of book that I would read....BUT, I've read so many rave reviews of it and they ALL convinced me, yours included. So thanks for the heads-up and lovely review! ^^

    PS. That ghost character seems cool.

    Lola @ Hit or Miss Books

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  11. Glad to see you enjoyed it! Not a huge fan of the cover but I'm looking forward to reading it.

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  12. I absolutely adore this cover! Ahh, so pretty! It sounds like this one is pretty unique to the typical YA read, so I'll definitely have to keep my eye out for it.

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  13. I love creepy/dark books and this one has been on my list for a while now! I can't wait to read it.

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  14. The Noor, the ghost, and the scary/beautiful atmosphere sounds awesome. Great review! I really love the author, Sarah Fine, and the synopsis is right up my alley! Thanks for the giveaway too :)

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  15. Ah, you are another one of the reviewers who loved this book, it sounds totally amazing and up my alley! I like the sound of the setting, the characters and the romance. Great review!

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  16. Wooooo wishes with dire consequences! I'm so intrigued :) I love Sarah Fine's books and cannot wait to read this one. I love the cover :)
    I'm glad you're giving on your review something to expect during the first chapters, so we don't get too lost.
    Thanks for this giveaway :)

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