The Call - Peadar O'Guilin

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 A fusion of folklore, adventure and resilience, this empowering and immersive novel captivates both detailed mythology and suspense. It is a must read for YA fans of intense imaginative fantasy. 

The Call is a novel rich in detail and insight with a narrative that succeeds in exploring thrilling adventure, fantasy folklore and themes of resilience simultaneously. This novel is both elegant and purposeful as it follows the central character, Nessa’s exhilarating chase and exhaustive training towards her eventual and destined “Call” into the supernatural world to determine her fortune in the matter of exactly three minutes and four seconds, despite all the obstacles and obvious difficulties in her way. The element of suspense throughout is riveting and its momentum compelled me to read continuously.

 In my opinion, the book’s most striking feature was the inclusion of the enchanted and historical Irish fair-folk, the Sídhe, being banished from the world and seeking hateful vengeance as it was the extra layer that made this book so interesting and compelling.  The events carried out throughout this story made my heart race but were also violent and gruesome, creating the exact balance. Through the carefully constructed plot, the individual chapters included the stories and perspectives of several different characters, allowing for a very enhanced impact of the events and a more authentic insight into the tale. It is an empowering storyline of endurance, determination and perseverance as Nessa proves the worth of the act of courage and bravery.

 Overall, this novel is a 331-page catalyst for a tremendous change in a society, fictional but still inspiring as it highlights the power of pursuing your goals and dreams in spite of anything else. I would love to recommend this book to YA readers invested in fabulous fantasy thrillers!

Reviewed for Lovereading4kids.co.uk

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