Quarter Finalist

Assessment:

Plot/Idea: Grubb has crafted an intriguing story set in an inventive and complex new world. The story is evenly paced, action-filled, and smart. It is obvious that Grubb carefully contemplated each conversation and event to ensure they all made sense within the context of the novel's elaborate world.

Prose: The prose is top-notch; Grubb is a skilled writer and storyteller, exceptionally gifted with artistic, natural dialogue.

Originality: Grubb has created an entirely innovative world brimming with its own history and intricate rules—it's extremely accomplished and highly original.

Character/Execution: Characterization is as strong as the novel's other elements. Ashe in particular is well-defined, but Grubb ensures that all characters with significant roles are adequately portrayed.

Date Submitted: May 09, 2023