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I don't read YA very often, because, well, I'm 39. I'm a bit tired of hearing about the world from a teenage perspective. I do read urban fantasy and contemporary fantasy frequently and have experienced the highs and lows of the genre. I went into reading Kim Chance's Keeper more than a little jaded, but I've watched her YouTube videos and other social media and admire her realness that I wanted to support her work.

From page one I was drawn in. There were mysteries. There were intriguing characters. The dialogue between the characters felt natural and gave you a real sense of their personalities. As I went along there were genuinely surprising plot twists! That hardly ever happens to me anymore! The characters were relatable and had believable reactions to the circumstances they found themselves in. It was all well done.

When it comes down to it, the story itself is a familiar trope. A young person has been sheltered and hidden from a world of magic they didn't know existed. The evil bad guy of that magical world has his sights set on them as they represent defiance to their evil world order and they have something they want. The young person is thrown in at the deep end with no training and very little adult supervision in trying to combat the evil bad guy. They come out on top in the end, but not without some heart-wrenching losses and life-altering changes. Sounds a bit like Harry Potter and a host of other modern and epic fantasy books no?

What really sets this book apart is the quality of the writing. Kim Chance took an age-old story and polished it until it shone. Everything was so clean. The descriptions were so crisp. The settings formed so vividly as you read. Kim's been talking about struggling to write her next work in progress and I can bet it is hard for her. She clearly holds herself to a high standard. There were no rough sentences or awkward phrasings in Keeper. It was a complete and polished a book as I have read in a long time. That level of quality takes time and serious effort.

Hats off to Kim Chance for a beauty of a book in Keeper. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll definitely be impressed.


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Keeper Kim Chance Books Reviews

Keeper is a story of a young girl who discovers that she is in a long line of powerful witches. Turning her world upside down, she soon realizes that there is work to be done. The Grimoire book that holds the powerful magic must be taken back! Accompanied by her friends, Lainey sets out to face her future and the uncertainty that follows it.
This debut novel is not without its hitches, but overall the world building is first-rate, character development is proper, and the language of the book allows the story to flow and provide an easy read. I was unsure of how I was going to feel about the story, but after reading the book, I can honestly say that I cannot wait for the second installment of this literary treasure. It is a YA book, so it is a yarn the whole family can enjoy. Keeper is nothing short of a fantastic story that takes the reader on a rollercoaster ride of suspense, intrigue, and excitement. I will not discuss the story specifics, because I do not want to spoil the story for anyone, but Kim’s debut novel is well worth the investment of your time and money. She has weaved a tale full of excellent description, believable character creation and plenty of humor and action to allow the story to blend seamlessly. Do yourself a favor and order this book. You will not be disappointed!
Overall, I enjoyed this book. It's a quick read in a genre I enjoy, and I'm excited to see what the next book holds. If that and the three stars are all you need to buy this book, then stop here and get to purchasing! If you want a few more details into what I liked or didn't, then keep reading.

I know that this is the first book in a series, so the amount of exposition is necessary, but I kept waiting for something to actually happen. Instead, there was a lot of character- and relationship-building. This is definitely not a bad thing; the characters are seriously what make this book. Lainey is plagued by teen angst (completely justified) but doesn't let it stop her from doing what must be done. She does cry a lot, but she's a teenager faced with her own HP Book 5 stress levels. It makes sense, even if it happens a lot. I also like that she's into science (because SCIENCE!) and has big aspirations for herself. Her choices, actions and reactions make sense. Maggie is a fantastic best friend, one of those ride or die types, but apart from the Gwen vs. Mary Jane screener question and the radioactive spiderbite optimism, I found her nerd knowledge to be a little too wikipedia-esque and disjointed. It almost went against the rest of her personality, as though she were made up of two people that didn't quite fit together. Both characters, despite my small issue with Maggie, are good representations of how high school girls are, which I really like, given that the book is set in our world. And Ty? I see him. I know what he's up to (at least, I hope I do). He's not finished yet.

The action sequences with magic fall flat for me. Green sparks and magic just... does whatever it does however it does it? I'm hoping this gets clarified in the next book, which seems to be where Lainey will actually receive training. But the fights and the climax of the story are all very well written and exciting!

First person was definitely the right choice, especially as parts of the story vacillate from the present to the past, with the past being shown from a different POV. Also, there were so many similes in this book. Like. So many. I kept finding myself trying to discern if it was part of Chance's writing style OR if it was how Lainey interpreted the world best. When a book is written in first person, this becomes an intriguing question (#metanerdalert).
I don't read YA very often, because, well, I'm 39. I'm a bit tired of hearing about the world from a teenage perspective. I do read urban fantasy and contemporary fantasy frequently and have experienced the highs and lows of the genre. I went into reading Kim Chance's Keeper more than a little jaded, but I've watched her YouTube videos and other social media and admire her realness that I wanted to support her work.

From page one I was drawn in. There were mysteries. There were intriguing characters. The dialogue between the characters felt natural and gave you a real sense of their personalities. As I went along there were genuinely surprising plot twists! That hardly ever happens to me anymore! The characters were relatable and had believable reactions to the circumstances they found themselves in. It was all well done.

When it comes down to it, the story itself is a familiar trope. A young person has been sheltered and hidden from a world of magic they didn't know existed. The evil bad guy of that magical world has his sights set on them as they represent defiance to their evil world order and they have something they want. The young person is thrown in at the deep end with no training and very little adult supervision in trying to combat the evil bad guy. They come out on top in the end, but not without some heart-wrenching losses and life-altering changes. Sounds a bit like Harry Potter and a host of other modern and epic fantasy books no?

What really sets this book apart is the quality of the writing. Kim Chance took an age-old story and polished it until it shone. Everything was so clean. The descriptions were so crisp. The settings formed so vividly as you read. Kim's been talking about struggling to write her next work in progress and I can bet it is hard for her. She clearly holds herself to a high standard. There were no rough sentences or awkward phrasings in Keeper. It was a complete and polished a book as I have read in a long time. That level of quality takes time and serious effort.

Hats off to Kim Chance for a beauty of a book in Keeper. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll definitely be impressed.