Prom, Magic, And Other Man-Made Disasters (The Settfyrian Chronicles #1)

This book starts out pretty slow, with not much really happening except a bunch of typical teenage angst. But once magic starts to seep into the tale, the pace finally begins to pick up a bit. And once the scene shifts out of our reality, things become even more heated.

There are so many interesting and intriguing characters: from Tessa herself, and her friend Maria, to Sean and Chrys, Tarisk and Karu, Cindy, Quara and Seliana, just to name a few. Many of them seemed to have alternate personalities at times (although the reason why is discovered along the way), and many of them remain something of a mystery throughout the tale. However, my understanding is that this is the first in a series of books, and I am hopeful that many of these chracters will make a return appearance and be more fleshed out in future volumes.

Indeed, while the world-building was in many aspects robust and detailed, there were quite a few things that were not explained very well, if at all. For example, much of the politics of the land in which they find themselves went entirely over my head, as did much about the different races inhabiting it.

Overall, though, this was definitely an entertaining story; one that I would recommend to readers who enjoy Young Adult Fantasy.

This book was very creative and had engaging characters. Grammatically the writing was fine, but at times the plot/pacing got a little jumbled or confused. Like the author was adding too many things at once, in a hurry. It came off a bit like a record that was skipping some things being repeated needlessly and others left out that would have added clarity. For example there were a couple of places that it was clear there was a great deal more, intriguing world building in the author's head that didn't make it to the page.

However, as a whole it was a cute, quick read and I would definitely try more books from this author in the future.

This book was a fun read. I enjoyed all the magic and how it was cast.
The MC Tessa gets rejected by the boy she wants to go to prom with. Then she meets a new boy in town named Sean. However Sean isn't your average guy. He's a wizard from a different land. When things get hectic Tessa finds herself in his different land fighting for her life and her friends freedom.
It did get a bit confusing here and there but I got through those parts just fine.
I enjoyed this adventure.
Happy reading!

This book was great. Tessa is an engaging heroine who, through a series of magical and mundane disasters, discovers things about herself that she never could have imagined. The first of the Serrfyrian Chronicles blends real world and fantasy realms together to make a book that is best described as a modern day fairy tale.

Tessa, who feels very ordinary, is swept into a world of magic when she meets Sean - the wizard heir of a parallel universe. When her best friend is kidnapped, Tessa follows Sean into his world to get Maria back. This book would be great for readers of high fantasy, fairy tales or teen romance alike. I look forward to the next book.

I liked Prom, Magic and Other Man-Made Disasters more than I thought I would when I started the book. It was a slow start for me, but once I got in to the story it was a ride filled with magic, adventures and a dash of fairy tale. Hoping for more books in this series.
I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thanks to NetGalley and Curiosity Quills Press!