I absolutely adored this reading. I literally read it all in
one day because I was so invested in the lives of these teenagers. It reminded
me so much of the things I used to read when I was 14-15 and I was honestly
super happy to be back in that world again. Much simpler times. Though often it
was a bit cringe, I really enjoyed this take on Arthurian legend. I also had no
idea it was based in Anne Arundel County (where I grew up and currently live).
It was a pleasant surprise for me to be able to feel like I could physically
see the story unfolding before my eyes, because I’ve been to the places it has
talked about so many times. I will add I think this was extremely well written
for a younger audience. It was full of clever little tid-bits that made me “ohhhhhhh”
at some parts (Elaine floating in the pool that was the “lake”… I mean wow)! The
stories we read in class tend to be a bit heavier and dark, but this was a nice,
light, airy feel to King Arthur that I think many people might prefer. This
reading really focused on how Modred (Marco) was involved in all of this and I appreciated
that, because I feel like he is often in the background of our minds but never
explored in depth. All in all, a nice read and a clever take on Arthurian
legend.
(I ship them so hard, btw.)
I completely agree! This was something that I could quickly get through because it was so easy to read and just enjoyable. It is one of my favorite things that we have had to read so far in class. I also thought that it was cool that it was in Maryland, but unlike you I have only been to one or two places that it mentioned. I think that would have made it easier to envision and I'm kinda jealous you had that extra area of expertise. (lol)
ReplyDeleteI am happy that someone enjoyed it as much as I have! Maybe when all of this corona virus stuff is over you can come visit and I'll take you to downtown Annapolis :)
Deletethere's a reason I like to do this at the end of the semester - even in a non-pandemic situation, we could all use something light and fluffy.
ReplyDeleteI have kind of selected Mordred out a bit more than he deserves (especially this semester, sorry) - he does matter more in the legends than our selections may have suggested. Just the nature of not being able to read EVERYTHING...
Glad you both enjoyed it!
I should probably be a bit more mindful of that. But that's okay! I think the information that I am craving is just pushing me to do a little bit of research and more reading on my own! ;-)
DeleteIt was a good read and reminded me of reading these types of books from the past as well. I think it is so cool that it was based in Maryland so I agree with that.
ReplyDeleteI feel like since we live here we might not think of this place as something that is really "worth" writing about, but there is plenty of magic and mysticism that is often hidden in plain sight!
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