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passionatereader78's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I am loving this series! Sylvia's search for her family leads her, Gabe, Alex, Willie, and Daisy down a disturbing path. Gabe is attacked which puts everyone on high alert. Daisy and Alex decide to just be friends.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Mental illness, Murder, and Medical trauma
Moderate: Death
gillothen's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
This is an author who "loves history" but, by creating an alternative 1920 England in which magic is part of the mix, seems to permit herself to do negligible research into manners, language and routines of the period in our world. The writer is, apparently, Australian, but the spelling, and often the language, are more American. which can sometimes be jarring. The plot gallops along, though the resolution seems a bit brusque, but I don't really believe in the characters or the world-building.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical trauma and Mental illness
fkshg8465's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Sadly, this is my first less than stellar review of this series. Makes me long for India and Matt to retire to England. Actually, I hope keep hoping for a reunion. I think that would be so much fun. As for this one, while it tackled important social topics, as usual, it was simply less fun than the others.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Violence, Abandonment, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Medical trauma, Sexism, Blood, and Emotional abuse
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