I recently just finished reading, The Water Spinner, by Jessie Chang. It was a thoroughly enjoyable read that had been sitting on my TBR list for far too long.
The story begins with Elmira, a slave and a water spinner. She comes from one of the four elemental tribes and has the ability to spin or summon water. Because of this, she is a sought after commodity.
The world building in this book was rich and it felt real, like the places, people, and magic exist. There were many cultures developed in the novel. Each was unique and complex but easy to understand throughout the course of the novel.
The pacing was moderate but there were enough bits of conflict that kept me returning to the story. The novel was had to put down. When I had to close the cover for things like sleep and work, I found myself thinking about the story. I was wondering what would happen next.
There was also a sweet romance that developed throughout the story. And while most of the plot was fairly predictable, there was a curiosity about how it would happen. These questions along with the desire for Elmira to win and use her power to bring balance was captivating.
The story finishes well with a hint of a potential sequel. I hope the author finds time in her busy schedule to let readers know how Elmira finds the lost tribe.
Until then, I hope you head on over to Amazon and get your copy.
K. M. Wray 