When I first began to read Scion of the Fox, I realized that chunks of text were missing from each page. Sentences were left incomplete or began in the middle of a thought. I re-downloaded the book thinking I did something wrong. I finally had to contact the publisher, who was able to upload the correct copy of the book. Though, by this time, I was weary of my attempts to read the text, again, with the likelihood that the text would once again be incomplete.

I finally received a good copy of the text. It took a couple of chapters for me to commit to the book. I am not certain if the reluctance was due to the writing or due to my experience (and dread) of attempting yet another read, and possibly failing due to missing chunks of text. I don't know, but I am glad I pushed through it.

Beiko creates a world similar to our own, with secrets that mere humans would never be privy to. I enjoyed how the story was laid out. The premise was intriguing and unique to me. I enjoyed the characters, good and bad. I liked how everything was expertly fit together. I enjoyed the main character, Roan, as she developed. As the story unfolded, other characters began to show their complexity as well. I enjoyed the mystery and suspense that made me want to keep reading, when I should have been in bed sleeping. All questions that I had were answered within the story. The ending did not leave me feeling incomplete, but did spark my interest for the next book that is sure to be fantastic.

There is adult language in this book that I could have done without. This book was awesome without it. There are no inappropriate situations. There is fighting and sludge and dying and living. Despite the rocky start, this book is one that I would recommend to high school students and beyond with the language warning.

Scion of the fox is an original story that wraps a fantasy world together with the real world. If I was faced with the earth changing events that the main character, Roan, is faced with I feel like I would handle it similarly (or I hope I would). Roan is saying, what the hell, why is this crazy stuff happening to me? She is also not the the perfect main character, with beauty and the guy. Roan is somewhat of an outcast trying to fit in. Her character is more endearing for all her struggles and doubt, because we have all been there at one point time in our lives. This is an amazing story that is not predictable. I would definitely recommend to my library patrons!