i can't wait i just want the full book nowwwwwww i can't wait and dragons and ladies and shannon's writing i am in

I've never read anything by Samantha Shannon, however I'm desperately awaiting the arrival of Priory of the Orange Tree. This taster is fantastic and leaves me wanting more. Bring on February!

I am already booked and need the rest of the books

As always Samantha throws you in to a rich world which make you more and more

Can't wait to see how this book goes and how the story unravels

Samantha Shannon has been one of my favorite fantasy writers for a while with her Bone Season series, and The Priory of the Orange Tree is looking like it's going to solidify her as one of my favorite writers of anything, period. The excerpt was not enough, and I can't wait to receive my preordered copy in the mail!

OKAY. So I was so much overwhelmed when I say this on netgalley, I was attracted to the Cover since the Cover Reveal was done by publishers on Instagram.
But this one, OMG. I want more of it now, Rated 3 because it's too soon ended, it gave a glimse of what the power pack book will contain surely. I hate cliffhangers, and my bad that I didn't read earlier that it was just an EXCERPT that's given to readers.

About characters, well there are SO many of them. Keep coming and it was hard to keep track of who was who, and in that I totally missed the depth of characters (if there were any).
Writing is awesome, and keeps you gripped with some very descriptive paragraphs.

Can't wait to read whole book, and re-rate it again .
Thanks netgalley, and Publishers for this in return of an honest review.

While I did enjoy the sneak peak for Priory of the Orange Tree, there were SO many names to try to keep track of. Although, I think that if I had the full book, that it would have been easier to keep people straight because I'm sure there would be some sort of glossary or something in the book. The storylines did seem really interesting and this sneak peek kept me interested enough that I definitely want to read the full version of the book when it gets published in February!

I received an excerpt of this book from the publisher via NetGalley.

Whooboy. I only read 7 chapters, but wow was this immersive. The world building is extensive; in only a few short chapters, I had a pretty clear vision of what the world was like, the divisions, and the major conflicts. And it is so fascinating. I was also pulled in by the characters introduced, Ead definitely my favorite so far.

Can’t wait to read the rest in February!

Thanks for the chance to read an excerpt of this book! The writing drew me in right away, and I love what I've learned about the world so far. It does jump right in with the plot, so I'm looking forward to learning more about the world as the book goes on. I like the characters so far, and am intrigued to see where the story takes them. The excerpt definitely makes me want to read the whole book! I was sad to finish the portion I have. I can tell I'll love this book, and I can't wait to read the rest.

This excerpt is enough to make me want to buy five copies of the book. I was hooked from the first half of the very first page and was SUPER disappointed this was just an excerpt. The story is LUSH and the world already shows promise of complex and beautifully crafted intricacies. Although in the familiar medieval-ish setting that every fantasy takes on, the writing truly sets this book and Samantha Shannon's book in general apart from the rest. Can't wait for the full book!

This excerpt has me even more excited for The Priory of the Orange Tree, which I didn't think was possible! I have already preordered the novel, now it's just a matter of waiting until February and thinking over that wonderful introduction to Samantha Shannon's new world.

I loved this excerpt and need more right now!!! The wait is killing me. I cannot really write a review based only on this small excerp but its a very promising start and hs me really intrigued. This is definitely my most anticipated read of 2019

I'm really glad I got a chance to get a little preview of this book. I haven't read any of the author's other books, although I've heard a lot about them. I've been hearing a lot about this title as well.

I have to say I found this to be a little overwhelming and info dumpy at first. A mix between long explanations and action with no explanation at all. While I'm not a huge fan of that, it's not that uncommon in huge fantasy novels. I realize you have to get the world established somehow. So, while I wasn't completely drawn in by it, I am still intrigued. This may not be at the very top of my tbr, but I'll still be keeping an eye out for its release.

Note: This review is based on an excerpt kindly provided by NetGalley.
This book was probably my most anticipated read of 2019 with the description alone: epic high fantasy with dragons and strong mostly female protagonists. I’ve been searching for an alternative to the male protagonist heavy Game of Thrones and LOTR series to adapt a reading curriculum for my older female students interested in fantasy.
I will reserve my opinion until I’ve given the book a chance in its entirety but given the excerpt I do have a few reservations that I hope will be cleared once the characters are developed further. Got to give credit though, that the promise of dragon protagonists, and the cliffhanger of the excerpt does much to forgive prior observations for fans of high fantasy. “Yes this may be problematic but DRAGONS!!!”
The largest concern is the thinly veiled East/West medieval era historical influence. (I mean it’s figuratively referred to as EAST and WEST.) The two cultures are pitted against one another from the start, and lack of cultural understanding and xenophobia are themes established from the beginning. That is all well and good if the two regions didn’t so clearly draw from European medieval history and non-specific prefeudal Japanese mythology. When GRR Martin did the same with European medival history he used it to justify problematic themes of rape culture and roles of women as it was “historically accurate” for what is supposed to be an entirely fantasy world. Though anti-feminist themes will clearly not be an issue in this book (the opposite actually, and thus YAY!), from the beginning, as the western characters are placed in the Eastern world there is the all too familiar “othering” of Eastern/Japanese culture. There is already an establishment of the lead Eastern protagonist and other Eastern characters being stereotypically reserved and respectful. The dragons wise and noble. Etc. The Western characters in the Eastern territory are bumbling and foolish, which comes across as overcompensation for fear of disrespect to real-life Eastern culture on the author’s behalf. This is a difficult line to walk as a Western author, but an obvious misstep that could easily be avoided by relying less on existing history and delving into an entirely original fantasy world. The detached 3rd person tone is great, and arguably necessary for epic fantasy on this scale, but is a double edged sword when in the context of the use and description of existing cultural histories with very real existing prejudices and stereotypes. Hopefully some of these issues will work themselves out to a degree with further character development as the story progresses.
What is readily to love about the tale is the breadth and pace of the world-building although character plot development can seem a bit mired down at times as details are sloooowly revealed. Undoubtedly the best parts are the promised dragon and female protagonists. Female characters are written into every possible role without fanfare or preciousness. Their top billing comes without uneeded explanation and is just fact, as every other popular epic fantasy work has done with male characters. From the excerpt, subjects such as inequality and misogyny begin to be addressed, again, without heavy handedness but not ignored or scrubbed clean under the guise of “fantasy”. This alone is a major achievement if Priory can hit the levels of popularity that its inevitable comparison, Game of Thrones has done.
The Priory, regardless of its flaws, seems it will hold a significant place in the epic fantasy genre that is sorely needed with its clear feminist voice. How it maneuvers the inevitable questions of cultural appropriation remain to be seen.
I, for one, cannot wait to read the rest, as Shannon does not hold back on her most important promise- DRAGONS :)

This excerpt has me hooked! THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE is now one of my most anticipated books of 2019. Samantha Shannon’s writing is vivid and unforgettable. Cannot wait for February (the book’s release date is near my birthday, so you can guess what I’ll be doing at that time!).

I am so hyped for this book, the cover is amazing and the description is so intriguing. I've already pre-ordered and can't wait to read the whole thing.

This excerpt is so good! I think this might be my most anticipated read of 2019. It's hard to review just a small portion of the beginning of a huge epic novel but I love the dragons and the setting so far. I think publishers should do more first few chapters of novels free because it gets you hooked and you have to buy the book now to see what happens. I haven't read anything by Samantha Shannon yet but am going to check out her previous novels now while I wait for Priory to release.

All I can say is i am EXTREMELY excited for the entire finished copy. What I did read I liked, and also that cover is unique and I love it and I need this book right now. Please.

I can’t wait for the full release of this epic! It will definitely be a page turner for sure! I love that it’s a stand alone novel so I don’t have to worry about getting the next books

In the land of Inys, assassins are set on killing Queen Sabran the Ninth. Her only way to save the land is to produce a daughter. Ead, part of the Queen's court and member of a magical society, protects the Queen using forbidden magic forbidden magic. Along with different characters, whose fate will bring them together, Ead will strive to save the kingdom's future.

Although only having read an expert, The Priory of the Orange Tree seems to be a very interesting, well-written epic fantasy story. The narrative is exceptional, and the chapter leaves you wanting more. Definitely a book to watch for in 2019!

I knew that I had to request this, when I saw the author. Shannon’s other series was intensely enjoyable and unlike any other stories I’ve come across. My only problem with this preview is that I have to wait almost three months before I find out what happens! The characters are compelling and richly drawn. Her prose is lyrical. I may need to reread The Bone Season trilogy to tide me over. Really hoping this will be a series as well. 5/5 stars for this sneak peek