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shannatram's review
4.0
Nettleblack was a true delight to read. I loved every character, the premise was fun and unique, and the world was well fleshed out. It was a fun journey to go on!
maddb_96's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
imogenlove's review
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The most charming book I’ve read in a long time. Delightful, earnest, fun - the type of joyous diversity that we all deserve! The characters were so vivid - especially Septimus - and the setting, pacing, and structure were just so pitch-perfect and compulsively readable. I knew I’d love this book as soon as I saw it, and it didn’t let me down!
ellachase's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
mollyimogen's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
katielou22's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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? No
4.0
islayfraser's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is one of the most well-written books I have ever read. One of the best books I have ever read, actually. The characters are so wonderfully diverse, unique, and lovable, each with their own distinct voice. The world is so well-imagined that I felt as though I were falling into it every time I opened the book. I laughed out loud many, many times at the clever wordplay, fun alliteration, and just simply the characters' way of phrasing things! Lots of action, but light-hearted and amusing all the way through. I was intrigued and enthralled throughout it all, and I am absolutely in love.
leti0's review
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
nkarlz's review
4.0
This book was such a fun little adventure. It took me about 100 pages to properly get into it, but once I did I was absolutely hooked. The characters feel so alive all the way through, and I found Henry to be such an endearing protagonist. Definitely recommend to anyone interested in Neo-Victorian shenanigans!