Overall rating and opinion of "The Prodigy Slave" by Londyn Skye

Marija Savic · Post by **Marija Savic** » 09 Jan 2022, 06:26

This book is fascinating. The story is unpredictable, the descriptions of the characters and scenes captivating, and it’s hard to drop a book from your hand. When Lily was at the piano, I heard music from the book. I liked her journey from the slave auction block to a dignified adult woman. The dialogues were sometimes confusing, and that’s the only thing I didn’t like. I would like to recommend the book to anyone who loves historical romance.

Nwadinso Okoro · Post by **Nwadinso Okoro** » 09 Jan 2022, 06:40

The book delves into the life of a female slave, Lily. I love the author's perspective, and although a few part of the book was not realistic, I think the book would be a good read. Lily is a character is quite determined although she has her fears. The romance in the book wasn't out of place. I'd rate this book 4 out of 4 stars.

KingPraise001 · Post by **KingPraise001** » 09 Jan 2022, 11:01

The characters were well written, loved Lily's passion, and full of life attitude, a character that would like to see in most romance novels. Because it describes a love story between a white man and his slave, the book reminds me of a roller coaster trip.

Amenrodion · Post by **Amenrodion** » 09 Jan 2022, 12:59

I liked this book but I am very uncomfortable about a romantic relationship between a slave and her owner as the power dynamic is really unbalanced.

Stellah Chege · Post by **Stellah Chege** » 09 Jan 2022, 14:44

4 out of 4 stars. I loved most the introduction of each chapter with an excerpt of the laws concerning slave and slave owners relationship. It gave me an insight on the plight of slaves Era. I loved the fact that Lilly is portrayed as strong and easily independent.

Charlize Venter · Post by **Charlize Venter** » 10 Jan 2022, 03:08

Overall, I am sad to say that as was not too impressed with the storyline. Much of it gave me flashbacks to those steamy romcom novels that one often finds as a 'free gift' in magazines.
The cover art, although with a striking contrast and a beautiful depiction of the two characters, gave away too much of the story. When I saw the cover art and I had placed Lily, I was wondering who the male was who accompanied her, it didn't take more than some way through the second chapter to place James as that character; from here their romance was revealed without having been placed in the text yet. The only thing left to wonder about was the details thereof; it was a bit of a let down.

The spatiotemporal jumps in the novel where well placed, giving the reader snippets of history to better understand the current situation or the contrast in what is to come. The editing was beautifully done, with clear and imaginative descriptions, and good placement and use of vocabulary.
The Slave Codes are beautiful little inserts to each chapter, leading the reader into the chapter and set to integrate a reality into what was a law.
I enjoyed the idea that the writer puts forth which equals slavery to a prison sentence, it gave me the situation but it also felt lacking; prisoners are treated much better than slaves were.

It was irksome to find the photographic memory that Lily was assigned to be out of the bounds of said kind of memory, it surpasses just that which glorifies photographic memory. Added, this little gift is also a curse of sorts.
The ellipses used to distinguish the phi=ysical circumstance from the memories are somewhat distracting, I felt that their placement was random and would have preferred the use of the commonly used hyphens. I do get the intended effect of the ellipses though, but it still just didn't sit right with me.
I also found the ceaseless stutters in the direct dialogue to be too much, I do realize they were placed for effect and to immerse the reader into the situation as well as to showcase the emotions and so forth, but still: it became too much.
I also found the reading somewhat tedious.

To end, I would just like to add that this book has many other positive aspect, just because I did not enjoy it does not mean that other readers will not. After all, reading, as in life, is a subjective experience and I am too focussed through a Literature degree to just enjoy the book without pulling at loose threads.

angelbhengu · Post by **angelbhengu** » 10 Jan 2022, 06:22

I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved Lilly's character because she is a character that I myself can relate to. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading historical fiction.

Oyedele Tomijane · Post by **Oyedele Tomijane** » 10 Jan 2022, 17:42

Sudasha Donatien wrote: ↑02 Jan 2022, 15:10 As a woman of black heritage, I find it hard to read novels about slavery and to enjoy them. However, I gave this a chance and did enjoy it. As I thought, there were scenes that were difficult to read, but I pushed on. Lily's and James' relationship felt a little forced and unrealistic to me, but then again, this is a work of fiction. I definitely intend to read the next book in the series, as I am eager to see Lily's character development grow.

I am a woman of colour myself, and it is difficult for me to read about the terror my forefathers were forced to endure simply because they had melanin. However, I am glad for Lily and James's relationship because it was forged against the odds. It was like a light at the end of a tunnel for me, a hope that things would get better. I'm excited to see how their romance develops in the next series.

Aly Smith · Post by **Aly Smith** » 10 Jan 2022, 18:50

I like the idea for this book, but it felt like the romance between Lilly and James was a little forced. However, I am not a huge fan of romance novels, so that did play a part in my overall view of the book.

Akangbe Opeyemi · Post by **Akangbe Opeyemi** » 10 Jan 2022, 20:35

The struggles that come when a situation usually frowned upon happens. A master falling in love with his slave and trying to make the love bloom and work out

Zelda Boshoff · Post by **Zelda Boshoff** » 11 Jan 2022, 02:07

Just done reading one of the best historical romance novels. The characters are well-develop, however, the characters of Tucker and Jesse are so realistic, I just couldn't stop disliking them! Loved Lily and James as a couple. The concluding page with Jesse was excellently done, leaving the story with such a cliffhanger. I can't wait to read the next novel. The novel's well-written my rating concludes to four out of four stars.

abdullah7070 · Post by **abdullah7070** » 11 Jan 2022, 03:07

It was magical to read to this novel, story seems very romantic as Lily and James have romantic chemistry. One thing is i'll comment that James seems a little selfish about Lily's future decisions. I'll rate it 4 out of 4. very amazing and magical novel to read.

Andreea Galusca · Post by **Andreea Galusca** » 11 Jan 2022, 15:05

I loved reading about Lily and James's relationship. This type of relationship, a relationship in that partners have to fight for their love because of social differences, is present in many books, but every time I find it captivating.
Also, the historical aspect of the book, because it gives the relationship a different vibe, a fairytale one.
Nevertheless, the author manner of writing managed to keep me on my feet during the whole time, which is to be appreciated.
I recommend this book to everyone who loves romantic stories.

Badmusjamiu44 · Post by **Badmusjamiu44** » 11 Jan 2022, 18:13

I love reading romantic books and this draws my attention of wanting to read the book and actually get to the last end of the book.
It was an interesting book and i will give it 4 out of 4 stars and also recommend it for lover's of rommance book.

NancyDrew12 · Post by **NancyDrew12** » 11 Jan 2022, 19:42

I love the concept of this book. I love how James and Lily obviously care for each other. Even though they are both hurting from things from past their fondness cant be overlooked. So far the book has earned a 3 out of 4 from me. I'm hoping the ending can push that last star.