robin_reads's review
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
This is the kind of book I would’ve devoured as a teen if this had been in my library. Such a lovely and adventurous read. Very straightforward and not complicated like fantasy tends to be.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Death, Child death, Animal death, Blood, and Injury/injury detail
iksme's review
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
This book is really mystical, I love it. The worldbuilding and fantasy is beautiful.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Death, Injury/injury detail, Murder, and Death of parent
annaem's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
“Each of us carries the map of our lives on our skin, in the way we walk, even in the way we grow.”
Isabella lives on a beautiful island, but she, and all those living there are only allowed on a specified section of the island. Isabella dreams of visiting the Forbidden Territories, as well as leaving the island to visit other countries. One day, Isabella’s best friend goes missing and a search is organised into the Forbidden Territories. Isabella disguises herself as a boy and offers her skills to be a part of the search party. The journey is full of danger and encounters with mythical creatures. A sad story full of friendship and sacrifice. I really enjoyed the determination of Isabella and her fierce friendship, as well as her firm belief in stories and how we can find ourselves in them.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Death
Minor: Death of parent
laurahuskinson's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Death of parent and Animal death
apierlessbridge's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death and Animal death
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