A very good book and great series ( )

4.5 stars ( )

The more I read David Estes the more I love his writing! I don't think I've read a series that builds on each book in such a unique way. The first book introduced me to Fire Country and at first when I started Ice Country I was disappointed that the story line seemed to be comprised of an entirely new set of characters. Not that they were bad, or that the story wasn't good; I just wanted more of Siena and Skye and the mysteries that were left unanswered. But on I read, and I am so glad I did. I love, love, love how everything was brought together in this book!

Dazz and Buff are great characters. Strong headed and again, as most teenagers, making stupid decisions with the best of intentions. Again, we don't know about a lot going on around since this is from Dazz's perspective, but again, somehow it works and I am just left wanting more of this world!

Estes has a way of pulling you into the world in it's entirety. You may not know everything about the bigger picture, but he is a master at not just building the suspense of the story but also of submersing you in the world as the characters see it. You want to know more, feel their emotions and frustration. I think he also does a wonderful job of building the nuances of the different cultures created in these isolated communities.

As with Fire Country, I was left with the immediate need to read the next book in the series. I want to know what characters I will be introduced to and how the journey of Skye, Siena, Circ, Feve, Dazz and Buff will continue! I highly recommend this series! ( )

This is a wonderful YA series. In this installment, the POV is from Dazz, a 17-year-old in the Ice Country where he and his friend Buff don't have jobs and like to just go with the flow. One night at their favorite watering hole, they get in a fight and do enough property damage they are kicked out and told not to ever return. To pay Yo back, they go into a gambling establishment and end up owing way more than they planned. This forces them into working for King Goff doing things they really don't want to do. Things they feel are not right. Soon Dazz's sister is abducted and Dazz will do anything to get her back. There is fighting, heartbreak along with smiles and laughs. David Estes does another great job with this series. If you have pre-teens, teens or even if you are an adult who likes YA books, this series is one to pick up. ( )

This is a wonderful YA series. In this installment, the POV is from Dazz, a 17-year-old in the Ice Country where he and his friend Buff don't have jobs and like to just go with the flow. One night at their favorite watering hole, they get in a fight and do enough property damage they are kicked out and told not to ever return. To pay Yo back, they go into a gambling establishment and end up owing way more than they planned. This forces them into working for King Goff doing things they really don't want to do. Things they feel are not right. Soon Dazz's sister is abducted and Dazz will do anything to get her back. There is fighting, heartbreak along with smiles and laughs. David Estes does another great job with this series. If you have pre-teens, teens or even if you are an adult who likes YA books, this series is one to pick up. ( )