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lit_laugh_luv's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars - really enjoyed the slow pace of this and emphasis on character development. Definitely disagree with some reviews that say all the characters felt the same! Given the premise of the book, a lot of the relationships between characters are strained by competition (which does feel a bit repetitive), but I felt their backstories and motivations were compelling enough. It definitely could be shorter though, given this book really just sets things up for subsequent entries in the series.
I enjoyed seeing such a diverse cast and how it touches on important social issues as well - I feel like not enough urban fantasies do this! The foreshadowing is really subtle but good, and while the twists are surprising they definitely don’t feel entirely out of left field.
Will probably post more detailed thoughts on Bookstagram this week as well!
I enjoyed seeing such a diverse cast and how it touches on important social issues as well - I feel like not enough urban fantasies do this! The foreshadowing is really subtle but good, and while the twists are surprising they definitely don’t feel entirely out of left field.
Will probably post more detailed thoughts on Bookstagram this week as well!
jooooaquin's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
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mandyspointe's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? Yes
4.0
tanneheathershaw's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.75
bookschaosnart's review against another edition
4.0
really liked this one. dark academia more in college. fascinating world
lschunn12's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.25
racinghiro's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
sapbecker's review against another edition
Surface and stereotypes. No background or development of magic system or school.