A world intriguing as the one Jake Taylor has created is sure to pull you in and refuse to let go until the final page. With a well-drawn cast of characters and a very fluid writing style, Well before the Beginning comes alive in a way that many stories fail to, and I loved every minute of it. As eager as I was to figure out how it would conclude, I didn't want it to end!

However, I do have a couple of nitpicky things. I feel the dialogue was lacking in a few areas, and, as another reviewer mentioned, the underlying motif could be improved upon. Despite these little things, it is still an excellent read! Definitely recommended.

Four stars!