Song of Blood & Stone

*I received this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review *
DNF @47%

I really did try and I gotta say, this book started off hooking me. I was so happy that I had ignored what my Goodreads' friends' reviews said, because I was liking it.
Then, I got confused.
And more confused.
Until finally the characters began to hold back information from each other or thinking “I'll tell them later” but we all know how that will end up, which just aggravates me.
And then how some scenes transitioned didn't make sense to me or how relationships were built and acted upon even with ... well, stuff.

Also, halfway through the book and I still don't understand Earthsong or the magic system. I mean... the limits and possibilities or if it affects people differently. I really wanted to know especially since it is talked about as a song.

And what exactly is the Mantle?? Why is it there? When did it get there?

I always find it weird when I'm the one asking for more information, since usually I think some books go overboard with explanations.

I'm so disappointed. The concept is there. The beginning and the hook? Totally there. I do want to know what is going to happen! So, I think there are some people who will be able to look past the things that confused me or the holding back of information to extend the book. I do honestly think many will like this book because of the plot, the interesting characters, and the magic system. All the more power to them. This is one I could have pushed myself to continue, I'm sure, but it just isn't worth it if I know I won't continue the series.

So, two stars because of how much I wanted to like it and because I think others might enjoy it as well.