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3.77 AVERAGE
3.77 AVERAGE
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The audible version is beautifully narrated .
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
I enjoyed this book a lot more than I thought I was going to I have to admit as I usually steer clear of anything paranormal! Likeable characters & a well written plot made for an enjoyable read.
adventurous
mysterious
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:
No
Beautiful prose, and a fantastic introduction to some Chinese afterlife folklore.
I appreciated the overarching mystery, wrapped in a kind of love story, but still focused on Li Lan’s strength, independence, and tenacity.
Exceeded my expectations - had elements of a romantasy, but was so well rooted in folklore and history that it never felt exceedingly unrealistic.
I appreciated the overarching mystery, wrapped in a kind of love story, but still focused on Li Lan’s strength, independence, and tenacity.
Exceeded my expectations - had elements of a romantasy, but was so well rooted in folklore and history that it never felt exceedingly unrealistic.
Personal notes- look into more Malaysian folklore. Beautifully written - fully of whimsy, a dragon, and tradition.
This book drew me in and captured me. I was captivated by the Chinese spirit world. I didn't want the book to end.
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This was not what I had expected. The novel had a blend of supernatural as well as history, but I was expecting a more romanticized historic novel. I should have taken "The Ghost Bride" more literally. But it was still a decent romp through Chinese folklore and superstitions I grew up with.
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
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