There are no spoilers in this review.
Grace and Fury, Tracy Banghart
Published on July 31th, 2018 by Little Brown Books For Young Readers.
In a world where women have no rights, sisters Serina and Nomi Tessaro face two very different fates: one in the palace, the other in prison.
Serina has been groomed her whole life to become a Grace – someone to stand by the heir to the throne as a shining, subjugated example of the perfect woman. But when her headstrong and rebellious younger sister, Nomi, catches the heir’s eye, it’s Serina who takes the fall for the dangerous secret that Nomi has been hiding.
Now trapped in a life she never wanted, Nomi has only one way to save Serina: surrender to her role as a Grace until she can use her position to release her sister. This is easier said than done. A traitor walks the halls of the palace, and deception lurks in every corner. But Serina is running out of time, imprisoned on an island where she must fight to the death to survive and one wrong move could cost her everything.
☂️ TRIGGER WARNINGS: click here to see them.
graphic physical violence, blood, death, physical and emotional abuse, captivity, sexism and misogyny, talk of implied sexual assault, one scene with stitching skin with a needle.
I ENJOYED…
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- I will admit it right away: I didn’t see anything coming with this book and I was a little shook? Maybe it’s because it’s been a while since I’ve read this kind of story, or because of this story, but… I really, really enjoyed it.
- Grace and Fury reminded me of a mash-up of so many popular titles: The Belles, The Hunger Games, The Selection, Only Ever Yours… I got so many vibes from these other books while reading Grace and Fury and, despite these reminiscences, the book stood solidly on its own. It’s a feminist fantasy and damn I was here for it. I really enjoyed reading about these fierce women slowly starting to fight back and I was so, so rooting for them.
- Told in two different POV, we get to know about Nomi and Serina, sisters with two different ideas of the world they live in, and two different goals in life, too. Until everything falls apart.
- I was so impressed by Serina’s incredible growth from beginning to end, I loved her so much more than I thought I would? I was set on loving Nomi more, at first, but look how I changed my mind by the end of it.
- Nomi’s growth didn’t feel quite as impressive, unfortunately, but I still loved her, as well!
- Both sisters were really great to follow as their own beliefs were challenged and, most of it all, as they rooted for each other even when they couldn’t be by each other’s side.
- My favorite thing about Grace and Fury was how it’s a story that’s really driven by the sister’s relationship and the strong bond they have. I’m here for these kind of sister stories.
- The twists and turns were really well done! I was gasping at some moments and kept on turning the pages, addicted and unable to wait to know what would happen next.
I HAD A HARD TIME WITH…
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- If Grace and Fury would perfectly stand with women’s being there for each other and fighting the patriarchy, there was a hint of romance added there and… well let’s just say without spoilers that some part of the romance was predictable, and some other wasn’t?
OVERALL
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If you’re looking for an addictive feminist fantasy read, I’d recommend Grace and Fury. The sisters’ relationships carried the story and following the two sisters was one hell of a ride I’m not going to forget soon!
Final rating: 4 drops!
Did you read Grace and Fury? Do you want to?
Do you have any recommendations of fantasy reads for me? Let me know in comments!
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I haven’t read Grace and Fury yet but it sounds like a really good fantasy read. Your review was very enjoyable to read as well!
Oh thank you so, so much, so happy you enjoyed it 😀
Great review! I loved this one. 🙂
Thank you so much 😀
You’re welcome!
I LOVE books with amazing sister relationships ? Great review!!!
Aaaah thank you so much!! 🙂
You’re welcome ?
I’ve been interested in this one for a while and most reviews that I’ve come across seem to be mostly positive. Your review really makes me want to push this up on my TBR! I’m so happy that you enjoyed this one. I love a good, strong relationship in YA fantasy and this sounds like it hits the mark!
Oh this makes me so happy! I hope you’ll read and will enjoy it, it was really a great, addictive read 🙂
Aww yay I’m glad you got the sort of sisterly bond that you’re looking for ☺️ I’m definitely looking forward to reading this one soon! It sounds incredible, twisty and addictive. Wonderful review
Thank you so much Charlotte! I hope you will love it 😀
I haven’t read this series but heard mixed reviews about it. I’m glad it worked out for you! I hope you enjoy the next book! Great review! 🙂
Thank you so much! 😀
I saw this book pop up a lot on YouTube sometime last year but never heard any follow-up ? I’m glad you ended up enjoying it!! We definitely don’t see enough good sibling portrayals and hearing that this one has some great relationship representation is really piquing my interest – also that moodboard/picture collage is so stunning!!
Thank you so much ahh, so happy you enjoyed it! <3 It was a really good book and I loved how the sisters' relationship was at the heart of the story <3
I really loved this book. The plot and characters are so dynamic and complicated which made it so interesting. I was totally cheering for the sisters and really enjoyed this feminist fantasy. Fantastic review!
I’m so happy you enjoyed it as well! Thank you 😀
Awesome review Marie! I’m not sure I would pick this one up because I haven’t heard anything that really differentiates this book from other fantasies, but I’m still glad you ended up enjoying it! I wonder if the sequel is out already?
Thankk you so much Aila <3 I understand what you mean, sometimes we need that little "extra" thing that will make us want to pick a book up 🙂 I think it is, yes! 😀
I have not read this book, but sounds like I’ll enjoy this one. Great review. 🙂
Thank you so much!! 🙂