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The Diviners by Libba Bray

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courtmckenz's review against another edition

lost interest....not enough magic or "divining" and just truly don't care what happens next...

This book is simply the elephant's eyebrows. There were a few minor characters who were annoyingly 2D, and a couple of plot devices that didn't sit quite right with me, but overall I thoroughly enjoyed it.

gabrielle_erin's review

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4.0

This book was DELICIOUS. The setting was everything - so unique and different to anything I've read before, Bray expertly weaves the nuances of the 1920s authentically throughout the book to enhance the reader's experience. The characters were well developed, diverse and realistic. Although the main character was compelling, I was not always sympathetic to her plight and yet this quality makes me like her more. Brilliant writing on Bray's part. The plot was interesting, albeit mildly convoluted and seemingly convenient at certain points. A very solid read that made a lasting impact.

le_corbeau_romantique's review against another edition

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5.0

I love love love love love this book. It's a ghostly fairytale/bedtime story that I just LOVE. I love the characters and this 1920s New York. I can't say "love" enough when talking about this book. This time I am audiobook-ing it. Rereading so I can jump into the 2nd book right after.

le_corbeau_romantique's review against another edition

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5.0

What an awesome, fun, smart, creepy book! Bray is such a great author- interesting characters, plot twists, and dynamite research. I'm going to miss this roaring 20's bedtime ghost story. Looking forward to the next in the series!

littlewitchreading's review

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5.0

This book was wonderful and fun. There are so few (good) YA books set in the 20's. Evie is a little grating but the plot, the characters, everything was good. A very quick read. HOWEVER- The second book isn't coming out for at least another year, a huge gap between the first and second which is odd. The cover of the second book also looks horrendous. Oh well.

reader_01's review against another edition

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adventurous dark funny medium-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

4.0

marieintheraw's review against another edition

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4.0

The beginning and introduction of all the characters was a little slow going for me, but once the ball starts rolling it rolls. I'm a little upset with 2015 me who dropped this at some point