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lucystolethesky's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Mental illness
Moderate: Violence, Physical abuse, Mental illness, Confinement, and Animal death
Minor: Homophobia, Sexual assault, Rape, Murder, and Cannibalism
plumpaperbacks's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rarely do I read 100 pages of a book and predict it will be a 5 star read. This was one of those times. I was enthralled by The Never Tilting World from the first chapter, and as I continued reading, I could hardly bring myself to put down the book to do anything else. While this isn’t my first time reading one of Chupeco’s books, it is the first time they’ve completely hooked me with their lovely writing, intricate magic system and world-building, and complex, lovable characters. I can honestly say that I adored this book in every way, and I can’t think of a single element I disliked.
Some authors struggle, in my experience, with successfully writing multiple, distinct points of view. Chupeco, though, skillfully balanced the perspectives, personalities, and emotions of each of their four protagonists. I was fully invested in each character and enjoyed reading from every perspective. Major props to them for that.
Right now I don’t think there’s much else I can say, as I’m just in awe of the story I read. Despite being almost 500 pages, I sped through it in a little over a day. The last time I pulled that off was with a highly anticipated sequel back in August, and before that, I’m
not sure.
The Never Tilting World is a phenomenal fantasy novel, full of everything that makes a story memorable, that also demonstrates the power of sisterhood and comments on some relevant topics along the way. I can’t stop thinking about it, or recommend it enough. Absolutely a hidden gem. I’m looking so very forward to the sequel!
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Some authors struggle, in my experience, with successfully writing multiple, distinct points of view. Chupeco, though, skillfully balanced the perspectives, personalities, and emotions of each of their four protagonists. I was fully invested in each character and enjoyed reading from every perspective. Major props to them for that.
Right now I don’t think there’s much else I can say, as I’m just in awe of the story I read. Despite being almost 500 pages, I sped through it in a little over a day. The last time I pulled that off was with a highly anticipated sequel back in August, and before that, I’m
not sure.
The Never Tilting World is a phenomenal fantasy novel, full of everything that makes a story memorable, that also demonstrates the power of sisterhood and comments on some relevant topics along the way. I can’t stop thinking about it, or recommend it enough. Absolutely a hidden gem. I’m looking so very forward to the sequel!
Representation
- full cast of characters of color
- chronically ill lesbian protagonist
- amputee protagonist
- bisexual protagonist with PTSD
- sapphic relationship
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, and Grief
Moderate: Physical abuse, Bullying, Chronic illness, and Violence
Minor: Rape, Cannibalism, Homophobia, and Sexual content
One of the protagonists has PTSD and she frequently has flashbacks and panic attacks because of it.fromjuliereads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
THIS WAS SO GOOD! Why is everyone sleeping on this book!? I really enjoyed this.
The premise is that the world has been broken, there is a broken climate because the planet doesn't turn anymore, and there are these two goddesses with magic rhat that don't know about each other.
This storyline was so unique to me! Somehow this book mashes fantasy and dystopian, with a sprinkling of sci-fi because of the broken world, and it works so well!?!?
I think all of these characters have become new favourites. Can I even pick a duo!? I really like Haidee. She is so knowledgeable and she likes mechanika and is just a badass, but so sensitive and empathetic. And Arjun is so funny and has that total tough guy exterior! Lan is a badass and I love her. Odessa I loved for the beginning and then things took a turn, but she is a very well done character!
The twists and betrayals were fantastic. The side characters and creatures they encounter were very well done. And this world! I am so intrigued by it and can't wait to learn more in book 2!!
I am someone who LOVES to reference maps when I am reading, so I found it frustrating there is no compass on the map. Haidee keeps talking about them heading west in the book, but looking at the map it looks like they are going northeast!? It bugged me to no end. But no matter, that was quite small.
This has LGBTQ+ rep, disability and chronic illness (of the magical kind) rep, discusses grief and mental health, and of course climate change with the broken world. Loved it!
The premise is that the world has been broken, there is a broken climate because the planet doesn't turn anymore, and there are these two goddesses with magic rhat that don't know about each other.
This storyline was so unique to me! Somehow this book mashes fantasy and dystopian, with a sprinkling of sci-fi because of the broken world, and it works so well!?!?
I think all of these characters have become new favourites. Can I even pick a duo!? I really like Haidee. She is so knowledgeable and she likes mechanika and is just a badass, but so sensitive and empathetic. And Arjun is so funny and has that total tough guy exterior! Lan is a badass and I love her. Odessa I loved for the beginning and then things took a turn, but she is a very well done character!
The twists and betrayals were fantastic. The side characters and creatures they encounter were very well done. And this world! I am so intrigued by it and can't wait to learn more in book 2!!
I am someone who LOVES to reference maps when I am reading, so I found it frustrating there is no compass on the map. Haidee keeps talking about them heading west in the book, but looking at the map it looks like they are going northeast!? It bugged me to no end. But no matter, that was quite small.
This has LGBTQ+ rep, disability and chronic illness (of the magical kind) rep, discusses grief and mental health, and of course climate change with the broken world. Loved it!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Bullying, Chronic illness, Cursing, Grief, Homophobia, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Violence
Minor: Cannibalism
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