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Dance of Thieves

Mary E. Pearson

4.1 AVERAGE

adventurous emotional tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
adventurous emotional 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: No
adventurous funny lighthearted 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
adventurous mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous dark funny hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Rating: 4.5 stars

This book is exceptionally well-crafted, with each character having distinct motivations that are cleverly complicated by their own emotions and desires, making their journeys all the more engaging. The author skillfully explores how personal struggles and hidden agendas can create tension, adding depth to the narrative and making the characters feel authentic and relatable.

For readers who enjoy complex dynamics, this book offers a compelling mix of backstabbing, hidden tragic backstories, forced proximity, and a snarky, strong female lead. These elements are interwoven seamlessly into the plot, creating a story that is both thrilling and emotionally resonant. The pacing is excellent, maintaining a sense of momentum that kept me hooked from start to finish.

The story culminates in a dramatic cliffhanger that left me eager for more. It’s the kind of ending that makes you want to immediately reach for the next book in the series, and I’m already regretting not having it lined up for my next month's reading list.

Overall, I highly recommend this book, which is saying something considering I typically shy away from YA fiction. This novel stands out in the genre, offering a fresh and engaging take that will appeal to both seasoned YA readers and those new to the category.
adventurous emotional tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Fast-paced and with characters you want to root for. The romance is believable and entertaining.
adventurous medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix