BLOOD RED ROAD – REVIEW BY VE
It’s quite difficult to write a tale that is as constantly exciting throughout. However, I found this with ‘Blood Red Road’. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world and follows the story of Saba. Saba’s brother Lugh is kidnapped by robed riders and she vows to chase them and rescue her brother.
The novel is enthralling. The derelict setting creates a dramatic environment and Young uses it well, the constant threat of the harsh world is ever present. Even in the blandest sections of the novel, there is a sense of excitement and danger. There are many moments in the book where everything seems hopeless, creating a fantastic read.
The characters are all well thought out. One of the most appealing aspects of the book for me is the fact that Saba is attempting to rescue her brother. It seems that every book these days features someone desperately trying to rescue the love of their life. It is a refreshing change to have a character chasing after a relative instead. Also, the characters are all interesting. Ranging from the courageous Saba to the cocky Jack, all of the characters are fascinating and make the book very enjoyable.
Vladimir Ezzi S4.
