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Fantastic read! Really fun yet clever book. Emotionally developed characters that really drive a plot that you don’t see coming but is totally in character. First Brandon Sanderson book, and I loved it!

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adventurous dark emotional 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

4.25

via_vnvk's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional inspiring medium-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

4.75

keala23's review against another edition

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adventurous hopeful inspiring lighthearted 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

4.75

4.75!

Though I already had Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn trilogy and The Way of Kings on my shelf, something about 'Yumi and the Nightmare Painter' intrigued me enough to make it my first Sanderson read. I'm thrilled that I did! This story, paired with its stunning artwork, captured my imagination completely.

The book offers a magnificent journey through fantasy realms, proving its appeal extends beyond young audiences. It reminds us of the importance of believing in magical worlds, making it possible through the enchanting power of secret novels.

celerydawg's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional hopeful lighthearted 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? Yes

4.0

I liked this one! I finished the second half of the book in one sitting, staying up until 2am in classic Sanderlanche fashion.

I am not usually blown away by Sanderson's romances, but I actually really liked this one. I also liked the characters, the world building (and the many twists and surprises that came with it), and even the Hoid insertion (which was much, much better done than in Tress of the Emerald Sea, in my opinion). There are some Cosmere references but I don't think they impact the enjoyment of the story in any way, so I'd recommend this to both dedicated Cosmere fans and newbies alike.

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adventurous emotional mysterious 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

5.0

katiemac620's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional inspiring mysterious 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? Yes

5.0

Holy crap, now I think I get the hype for Brandon Sanderson. I've only read his secret projects so far (yet to read the 4th) and this one has blown me away. Rich world building, lovable characters that still have great character arcs, romance that doesn't feel rushed or forced. I had no clue what I was truly getting into with this book, and any expectations I had were demolished. Frick, now I'll really get pulled into the Cosmere, won't I?

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