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adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-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
4.5
This was a very fun read! The magic was great, the more of the kingdom was interesting, the world was a little basic, but easily navigable, and the plot didn't drag.
My only issue with this book was the nature of the character development. Our two main characters do change. I like their arcs. They learn and grow, though one goes through a chapter or two at the end when they just didn't seem like themselves. However, there was one side character who changed drastically in a sudden way. This was treated as a plot twist, but it didn't land, so this character didn't get the story they really deserved.
Other than that I had a fantastic time! This is a fantasy story with magical objects and stolen thrones. It's not amazingly new in any surprising ways, but it is comforting and a great time.
My only issue with this book was the nature of the character development. Our two main characters do change. I like their arcs. They learn and grow, though one goes through a chapter or two at the end when they just didn't seem like themselves. However, there was one side character who changed drastically in a sudden way. This was treated as a plot twist, but it didn't land, so this character didn't get the story they really deserved.
Other than that I had a fantastic time! This is a fantasy story with magical objects and stolen thrones. It's not amazingly new in any surprising ways, but it is comforting and a great time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Blood, Confinement, Death, Death of parent, Grief, Murder, Self harm, and Violence
Moderate: Kidnapping, Mental illness, and Pregnancy
Minor: Miscarriage, Torture, and Terminal illness
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