This was an odd one for me because I found myself bored for 90% of this book, but then the ending finally picked up and I enjoyed the conclusion. Despite my apathy, Nathan captured me from the very beginning. You feel for him and want to know what's going to happen to him next. I would give the sound character development four stars, but the plotline and slow pace two stars.
In this story we follow Nathan, who's mother was a White Witch and who's father is a Black Witch. Nathan is called a half-code and is tracked to see what he will become as it is so uncommon for the two to ever mix. He is captured, tortured, and made to live in a cage for years. Despite his abuse, he is still determined to be good. It seems his body and talents are those of a Black Witch like his father, but his heart is good and gentle like that of his mother. He really just wants to be left alone. Not much really happens and what does moves at a glacial pace. I would find myself nodding off while reading, but I kept turning the pages because of Nathan. He was captivating.
Overall, I give this one three stars and that is solely because of Nathan being so well written. If you are coming off an epic fantasy series and need something slow to rest your mind, this is the book for you. You will still be rewarded and invested in Nathan's story, just at a much slower pace. I still plan to continue with this series and have hopes that there will be more action as the story progresses. Fingers crossed!
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