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wildeworlds's review against another edition
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? It's complicated
3.5
This was not my favorite book in the series but a stepping stone to get to the last. I certainly have been enjoying the series as a whole but this one took a lot to get through, as most middle of the series do.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery, Murder, and War
lvl52_grant's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
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? It's complicated
4.5
This is the first of the series I haven't read before, and almost every step had me blown away. Characters I've known for years are growing into forces of nature, sometimes literally. Kip, the protagonist, has taken after his father, and is now navigating the Satrapies as a leader, and a king. The war is ramping up, and it's affecting everyone deeply and dangerously. I'm almost nervous to finish the series!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Violence, and War
Moderate: Body shaming and Sexual content