I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the WE ARE THE SONG by Catherine Bakewell Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
About The Book:
Title: WE ARE THE SONG
Author: Catherine Bakewell
Pub. Date: May 3, 2022
Publisher: Holiday House
Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook
Pages: 304
Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audible, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org
A lush and beautiful fantasy set in a world where music is magic and the fate of many thrones lies with one girl…
Twelve-year-old Elissa has been raised in seclusion as a devotee of the Mother Goddess. She is a special child, a blessed child, a child who can sing miracles into being. Her voice can heal wounds, halt landslides, cure hunger–and even end wars.
But there are those who would use her gift for darker things. And when Elissa finds herself the farthest from home she’s ever been–along with her vain and jealous music tutor, Lucio–she will have to develop the judgment to decide who wants to use her song to heal… and who wants to use her song to hurt.
Reviews:
“Elissa’s desire to follow her divinely inspired abilities and overcome the barriers to her musical ambitions echo women’s historical experiences in classical music. . . . And constellations of race, sexuality, and gender expression lend richness to an already unique world.”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“This fast-paced fantasy is full of action and intrigue, taking place in a war-torn world that still holds much beauty and magic. Readers will come to love Elissa, who struggles with doubts as she faces heartbreak, tragedy, and loneliness and tries to fight for what is right. An excellent addition to middle-grade fantasy collections.”—Booklist
“Fantasy fans will queue up for this delightful novel with its strong female characters and carefully drawn fantasy world. . . . Fast packed action will keep readers totally engaged. This captivating novel promises a good future for this first-time author.”—School Library Connection
“An exploration of devotion and finding one’s voice.”—Kirkus Reviews
My Review:
4/5 ⭐️
This has such a cool, interesting concept. The cover is also stunning (i mean, look at it!!). The story was engaging and the worldbuilding was very good. I did read this in two sittings, which was great! And at the beginning there were some songs to listen to which added to the storytelling. The characters were fully fleshed out and so cool!! Elissa was an interesting FMC, and I loved seeing the world through her eyes.
About Catherine Bakewell:
Catherine Bakewell is a writer, artist, and opera enthusiast. She has lived in Spain and in France, where she romped through gardens, ate pastries, and worked on her novels. We Are the Song is her debut.
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Giveaway Details:
1 winner will receive a finished copy of WE ARE THE SONG, US Only.
Rafflecopter Link:
http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/e2389ba21455/?
Tour Schedule:
Week One:
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5/3/2022 fictionologyst Review/IG Post
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5/5/2022 Excuse Me, I’m Reading Review
5/5/2022 TakeALookAtMyBookshelf Review
5/6/2022 A Bookish Dream Review/IG Post
5/6/2022 Celia’s Reads Review/IG Post
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5/9/2022 The Momma Spot Review/IG Post
5/10/2022 Lifestyle of Me Review
5/10/2022 onemused Review
5/11/2022 More Books Please blog Review/IG Post
5/11/2022 Log Cabin Library Review
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5/13/2022 @enjoyingbooksagain Review
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