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Шістка воронів by Leigh Bardugo

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cleo_wylde's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional 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? It's complicated

4.25

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lauren_miller's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional funny 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? It's complicated

5.0

ho.ly. sh$t.

The only thing I knew going in was heist, but damn, did this deliver all that and more!
I can see now why many people prefer the Six of Crows duology over the original trilogy. I was far more attached to this cast—their pasts, perspectives, and potential—and found this story to be much more busy, and for the better. One of my main gripes (but also loves, lol, the paradox) with the original Grisha trilogy is that over three books, it felt like very little actually happened, you know? The pace was slower, there was a heavy focus on internal and emotional characterization, and overall, while things DID technically happen, the major plot points were few and very far between. But with Six of Crows, it felt like one blow after another, the moments of reprieve sparse and therefore precious—much more suited to my taste as a reader. Overall, I am obsessed. I'm literally starting Crooked Kingdom after I post this review haha.

I. am. ready.

5 out of 5 stars, ★★★★★

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li_reading's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful 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

4.5

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hanarama's review against another edition

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adventurous dark funny 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

The Good:

Fun, diverse ensemble cast
Multiple POV
Interesting setting, subtle world building

The Bad:

Little explanation of more complex aspects of the setting or magic system

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Wow! This has been on my TBR for awhile, and after watching the Netflix show, I couldn't wait to get into this book. It did not disappoint in the slightest. The characters are a gang of skilled criminals with a mix of backgrounds and motivations. A particular stand out for me was Inej, the crew's knife-wielding acrobat, and emotional heart of the group.

Compared to the Shadow and Bone trilogy, this series feels much more human. Though the characters at times can be just as supernaturally skilled, their struggles and desires feel more grounded. And their loyalty to one another is so compelling.

The world building in this series feels relatively subtle, with most of it devoted to set dressing and characters. Because this is part of a larger universe of stories, it is allowed to be more lax in what is introduced and explained, allowing more time to devote to the characters and their lives. I don't know if it would feel as natural to someone with zero experience with the world, but for me, it felt like the perfect amount.

This story had me rushing through it because I just had to see what happened next. The story is tightly constructed and the characters are so, so enjoyable.

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kathkas's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging emotional funny 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? It's complicated

5.0

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myarae's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional sad 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

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chaptersonapage's review against another edition

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adventurous dark 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? Yes

5.0

Six of Crows is a novel by Leigh Bardugo that takes place in her Grishaverse. It begins about two years after the events of her Shadow and Bone trilogy, and while they aren’t required reading to enjoy this book, I think they’re a great addition to the overall world and your understanding of it.

Even though they’re a part of the same universe, don’t go into this book thinking you’ll get more of the same from Shadow and Bone. This is very much it’s own, unique story.

This story revolves around six very different characters. They’re part of the Dregs, a gang that resides in Ketterdam in an area called the Barrel. Kaz Brekker, a high ranking Dreg, gets a request to do an impossible task, but he’s just daring enough to try it. He gathers up a small crew to help fulfill the job.

Kaz is a really unique character. He’s clever and very tricky to get a feel for. He always has something up his sleeve that throws you for a loop. He’s secretive and has an aura of mystery that the other characters can’t seem to figure out. No one knows anything about Kaz that he doesn’t want them to know.

Inej was really cool too. I loved her style when it came to her talents. She was also very determined throughout the book.

Jesper and Wylan were an interesting pair to read about. Their bickering had me smiling as I read on.

Nina and Matthias were also intriguing to read about. Their relationship is a unique one to say the least. Matthias did get on my nerves once in a while, but I also knew that he had his reasons.

I felt like this book was a little slow in the beginning. As I was reading, I was worried I wouldn’t like it like I liked the Shadow and Bone books. I knew this was a fan favorite, but I felt like I might be an outlier with it. Thankfully, I was proven wrong! As I read on, I grew to love all the characters, their backstories, and their unique talents. Each one had their own personalities and brought something different to the story. In the end, this book became my favorite so far out of everything by Leigh Bardugo that I’ve read. I can’t wait to start reading Crooked Kingdom!!

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