Thank you to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for the advance copy to read.

The Light That Blinds Us by Andy Darcy Theo is a YA fantasy book featuring The Elemental Children. Whilst I knew going into this it was YA I wasn't expecting it to be so young. I really struggled to relate to it and get into it. I wouldn't really call it romantasy either.

However, for the right target audience this would be a great read. There is lots of action, unique storylines, great character relationships and found families. The writing is great and full of rich descriptions. There are some really lovely heartfelt quotes throughout too.

I imagine reading this with my 8 year old and him enjoying it.

Based on the correct audience reading this I would rate it 4 stars.

ARC Review

It wasn’t my favourite book, but I can see why others might like it. Andy Darcy Theo packed this novel with adventure, excitement and a sprinkle of romance. The story follows four adolescents, of varying backgrounds and genders, working together with their elemental powers. The story is at a medium pace, and is a combination of plot and character led. Overall, a great YA debut.

Absolutely loved it, got me out of my book slump and the hype of the book lived up to its end of the bargain. Fast paced, and definitely giving percy jackson vibes.

I don't think I've ever read a fantasy book this fast in my entire life. First of all, the writing is absolutely beautiful, the way it sets a scene and describes it so well, the way the characters are written and how they develop from the start to the end. The plot is fun, enticing and flows really well, it's also (from my point of view) very original.

Also, I cried.

What I didn't like was the cliffhanger, even though I'm prone to writing cliffhangers myself, I NEED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT!!
I'm very grateful to be one of the few people that got to read this book before it's release, I think it's going to absolutely storm the book world. Well done, Andy, and thank you for bringing us into this new fantasy world.

4.5/5