The House Of Grey - Volume 1 (2000) - Plot & Excerpts
I found this book really intriguing. Everything was just so mysterious—it felt like the whole plot itself was shrouded by a thick cloud of mist. The world-building was also really cool. I found this particular school setting to be really dark, gothic and very fascinating. The characters theirselves were also funny and amusing despite the fact that this book had a pretty gloomy feel to it. The contrast balanced the book just well.Unfortunately though, I have to be honest. The whole idea of having a ton of Roman or Latin influences in three-fourths of the book, then suddenly shifting to Japanese influences toward the ending threw me off a bit. I mean, seriously?One more thing. I get that the author wanted to try something different and all, but I just wish that he didn't make the way this series was divided like this. This book isn't a manga, neither is it a graphic novel. And considering that the ending was a total cliffhanger and only the first two volumes out of the six ones in the series are free, I'm not really digging this concept right now. For Kindle Fire users this novel is broken down into 6 digital books. From the 1st book I was hooked. While this is obviously geared for teens, the writing has a depth that will captivate a reader of any age. The journey of Monson Grey is wildly engaging and filled with you typical teen angst and frustrations but at the same time has an air of maturity to it. By the time you finish one book you're desparately downloading the next as you're completely drawn into Monson's life. I'm about to start book 5 and am dying with anticipation to see how Monson fairs in the end.Ok, I so just finished the 6th installment of The House of Grey series. I know see why other have made Harry Potter references but in my opinion this whole series is way beyond Harry Potter. While the latter books (5 & 6 mostly) provided more explanation as to the complete story line, I was left scratching my head at the end wondering if there will be more books to this series. The ending, to me at least, was left open ended and leaves you wanting more.Overall, I really enjoyed this series and hope to see more of Monson Grey in the future.
What do You think about The House Of Grey - Volume 1 (2000)?
I just couldn't get into it. I think perhaps I thought it was going to be about something else.
—tupps
Good, its a YA, reminded me a little of Harry Potter. Series looks like fun.
—keexhajadexx
