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brandilovesbooks's review
adventurous
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
I loved this book. I want to visit Sproing. Have you ever seen a quokka? Australian animals with adorable smiley faces. These animals live in Sproing. They are called Sproingers. I really wanted to live vicariously through a character cuddling one. (They never did.) The spoilers hop all over town getting carrots and treats from storekeepers. When something interesting happens, they make pyramids to look in windows. Squee!
Vicki, the female MC, is very easy to identify with. She has low self confidence and poor body image. She has scars from an emotionally abusive relationship. She defaults to humor in stressful situations. She is also incredibly kind and accepting. Even when she is afraid of the Others, she treats them with empathy and respect.
I laughed out loud often. I even had to read parts out loud to whoever was nearby so they could share my amusement.
I truly recommend this book. You could probably read Lake Silence without reading any of the other books in the series. The characters and the setting are new.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Kidnapping, Body shaming, Death, Gore, Violence, Emotional abuse, and Fire/Fire injury
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