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symabee's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I admit that as a 30 year old, YA just doesn't do it for me as much anymore, but I did enjoy this! I loved this magical, nautical world that Adalyn Grace created. The main character is 18 and sheltered, so it did read a bit juvenile at times (as is expected with YA) but I admired her strength and determination to fight for her kingdom. I loved all the side characters and their dynamic, as well as the magic system which was pretty cool. I don't feel the need to run out and buy book two immediately, but I'm definitely interested enough that I do plan on reading it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Death and Violence
Minor: Animal cruelty, Slavery, Kidnapping, Fire/Fire injury, and Death of parent
cnohero's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I wanted to like this book but it was a bit of a letdown. I really enjoyed the world-building but the characters were not very likable and I struggled to connect with them.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood
Minor: Body horror, Death, Death of parent, Kidnapping, and Confinement
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