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Book Review: Dance of a Burning Sea by E.J. Mellow


Dance of a Burning Sea, the second book in the Mousai series by E.J. Mellow, continues the beautifully crafted world introduced in the first book. Again, the author's writing skills are evident in the lush descriptions and vivid prose that bring the world to life. However, while the world-building remains strong, the characters, particularly the protagonist and her love interest, are less interesting than in the first book.


Niya, the middle sister with the gift of dance, is a non-starter with a less intriguing power. This contrasts the first book, where the protagonist's gift of music was a central part of the story and added depth to her character. Despite this, the author does their best to keep the momentum that was built up from the first book.


Overall, Dance of a Burning Sea feels like a sophomore slump. The characters are less engaging than in the first book, and the plot feels less developed. Despite the shortcomings of this book, I am still invested in the story and would read the last book in the series. The world that E.J. Mellow has created is still intriguing, and I am curious to see how the story will conclude. Perhaps the final book will bring back the magic of the first book and give the characters the depth and development they deserve.


In conclusion, Dance of a Burning Sea is a book that falls short of the high expectations set by the first book in the series. While the world-building remains strong, the characters and plot are less engaging. However, the author's writing skills are still evident, and the book is worth reading for fans of the series who want to see how the story ends.




Rating: 3/5


Series: Mousai Series - Book 2


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