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A Review by Luke Cowling.

The Prince of Thorns is a surprise is the best of ways. The book’s cover art, and the synopsis, give no impression to just how brilliant the work is.

The writing is extremely simple, suitable for teens or young adults. However the story itself is gruesome and littered with adult content.  What do you get when you combine the contrast between these very, very different styles? Why, a guilty pleasure book of course! And that is exactly what this first entry in the series is, a guilty pleasure. That piece of devils food cake that you eye every time you order a salad at your local cafe.


The Prince of Thorns is not an intellectually challenging read, nor should it be. But if that’s what you’re looking for from your next fantasy novel, then this isn’t it. What this is however, is a loveable rogue cutting a path in everyone and everything, making wise cracks and sometimes even enlightening commentary.

His commentary is really what makes this book as charming as it is. Written from a first person perspective, with the young Prince’s point of view adding spice to every situation, it’s absolutely perfect.

Would I recommend The Prince of Thorns? Absolutely, but for a purpose. Great for smashing out in a weekend. Or a bathroom book, five minutes here and there. Don’t take my word for it, eat that piece of cake.

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