Review of Worldmaker of Yand - Polaris

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The BOTD has a strong heroine who also has a large family dynamic. This is an interesting science-fiction fantasy novel focusing on Yanara leading her people while finding balance with raising four children and supporting two spouses.
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This seems like a very complex book. I like the concept of worldbuilders. This is definitely a book I would read. Congrats!
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I have never read a book that portrayed a polygamy relationship before. I would be interested in reading for the sake of expanding on dynamics that I've yet to see in person.
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This is the second book in the Worldmaker of Yand series. The exciting plot follows Yanara and her family to a new moon after an interstellar war has ruined their home. It is filled with magic, secrets, adventure, and love. It sounds like a good fit for science fiction and fantasy readers. I would prefer to read the series in chronological order to get the most out of the storyline and characters. Terrific review!
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This seems interesting and confusing at the same time. The aftermath of wars. Having to start picking up the pieces of your life and working towards having a good life with your lover ones.
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Interesting review! I was a little confused by your summary, but I understood what the story was about in the next few paragraphs. I’m not always a fan of galactic novels, but this one seems interesting. It’s got themes of love, family, sexuality, and more, and I’m intrigued. You’ve made me want to read this book and find out for myself what it’s all about. Well done, and congratulations to the author for BOTD!
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Post by Smrithi Arun »

Thank you for your detailed review and the trigger warning about polygamy. It seems like this book leans a lot more towards the kind of fantasy that I don't enjoy, unfortunately. Thus, I'll have to pass. Congrats on the BOTD, though!
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I guess it's a very different, almost dystopian kind of world that Yanara lives in. I can't even understand the concept of bending the sun. This was a great review.
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This book is probably not the one for me. But if you life supernatural fantasy books with twists and turns you'll probably enjoy. Congratulations on book of the day!
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It seems that the Worldmaker of Yand-Polaris by Andri E. Elia is a well-written and engaging sci-fi novel with clear character descriptions and an intriguing plot. The book portrays a strong family bond, and the balance between family and leadership is depicted in a positive light. Great review.
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Wow, there are different moons in this book? It is interesting how they manage to live there. Additionally they have to protect themselves as well.
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I enjoyed reading your review. This a well written sci-fi story. The mix of the characters and the family relationship bonds all of that with the events making it a good book to most of the readers, besides it a good material for a movie. But I didn't like polygamy
as it will affect my ability to enjoy reading.
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Post by Adeyemi7201 »

The culture is awesome though it's fictional. The reviewer made the review simple and understanding. I love it. Kudos to the author as well.
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Post by tarafarah7 »

Today's BOTD, told from Yanara's POV, is an engaging read for fans of the scifi and fantasy genres. Complete with illustrations, readers are sure to be pulled into the storyline right from the start and not let go until the very end. Great to hear that all the mistakes have been corrected. Awesome review...thanks so much! :-)
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Post by Youngreader720-OluwabukunmiWilliamsOso »

The book is a science fiction book that will keep you glued to your seat. It also explores fantasy elements, which I liked, and Yanara, as the protector of the universe, is an intriguing character. Congrats on BOTD.
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