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geb's review against another edition
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism
Moderate: Sexual violence and Sexual assault
ahse1dances's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.25
This book was great overall! My only issue is that the first 1/4 of the book the main character gives off “I’m not like other girls” vibe that’s very basic and almost puts you off entirely
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Sexism, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Sexual harassment
dlrosebyh's review against another edition
adventurous
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
The desert kingdom of Miraji is ruled by mortals, yet mythical creatures still prowl the untamed wastes and there are rumors that djinni still practice their magic. However, Dustwalk, the hopeless village that Amani can't wait to leave, is neither mysterious nor magical.
Amani is relying on her accurate shooting to get her out of Dustwalk since she is doomed to end up married or dead. She believes Jin, a mysterious and breathtakingly attractive foreigner she meets at a shooting competition, will be the ideal means of escape. The fugitive who is sought for treason is with her as they leave the ruthless Sultan's army, but in all the years she had dreamed of escaping her house, she had never envisioned herself galloping away on a legendary horse. And she never would have imagined falling in love with him— or that he'd assist her in discovering the strong reality of who she truly is.
I adored this book so much. I was first hesitant to read it since reviews were either negative or positive. If you know me, you are aware of my fondness for a good folklore novel. I devoured this book, and I love that it has a ton of folklore.
I automatically picture a seventeen-year-old youngster who is unaware of their talents when I think of young adult fantasy. They must defeat the antagonist who has been scheming like a criminal ever since, and then, boom, betrayal trope, and blah, blah, blah. But I really like this book since it wasn't your standard cliched YA fantasy. I adore political fantasy books, and this one was firmly rooted in politics. It held my attention so well that it was difficult for me to put the book down.
I don’t think the writing was all that fantastic, but it was tolerable. There was clearly unevenness in the pace. At first, I recall thinking, "This is a slow book." However, after that, the pace quickened. This was actually a fantastic start for a first novel. I can't wait to read the following novel in the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Misogyny, and Violence
Moderate: Death, War, and Blood
Minor: Alcoholism, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
imds's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Abandonment, Misogyny, War, Death of parent, Xenophobia, Violence, Murder, Gun violence, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Sexual violence
scribblesandsuch's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
A very fun read, I love the universe and appreciated the chemistry between the two main characters- it was a nice change to have them blatantly into each other from the start, instead of contrived distaste for one another
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gun violence and Violence
Minor: Sexual assault, Sexism, and Sexual violence
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