Reviews tagging 'Violence'

Checkmate by Malorie Blackman

2 reviews

justagirlwithbooks's review against another edition

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3.75

“When a chance for real happiness comes by, grab it with both hands and devour it. If it lasts five minutes or five lifetimes, it's still worth it.”

I loved the way that this book shifted between multiple internal battles between all the characters. It just wrapped (almost) everything up so neatly. Especially how Jude's character arc wrapped up. Poor Meggie.

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ashyyy's review against another edition

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dark emotional sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

After book 2, I wasn't sure I wanted to continue reading, but my friend convinced me to get to at least book 3. I'm glad stuck to it. This was a wonderful ending to the first 2 books. The time jumps throughout kept me on my toes and I felt the characters were more in-depth than in book 2. 
I don't think I'll read the next book, though. I like where this finished. 

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