Under the Pendulum Sun

This book goes on my ‘interesting concept and well written but not necessarily to my taste' shelf. The story tells of a missionary's sister who has followed her brother to a mystical world of the Fae where everything is not quite as it seems. With its theme, it was perhaps inevitable that it was a little bit preachy. A lot of biblical themes and messages are thrown around. Some people might appreciate that but I always find it a little bit off-putting as it feels like you are being preached at as a reader even if that is not what the author intended. The main protagonist is sympathetically written and her gradually understanding the reality of where she is makes for an interesting read.

Stylistically the writing is attempting almost a Bronte-esque style. Again personally not my favourite style to read, but I can see it is done well and I found it flowed well enough.

Ultimately the book is well written and the underlying story is interesting, although certain stylistic elements and themes jarred a bit with me. Personal taste may vary!