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4.39 AVERAGE
4.39 AVERAGE
Okay sorry to yell but THIS BOOK WAS SO PERFECT IN EVERY WAY PLEASE READ IT. Truly, I’m sad that I’ve finished it because now I have to wait years for the next one (I’m assuming there will be a sequel...there HAS to be a sequel...please Ifueko, keep writing, I need a gorgeous sequel to this absolute work of perfection).
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
✨ buddy read with may!
this is officially one of my most favorite reads of the year. it may also be one of the most well-written YA debuts i have ever read. i am in awe of this book.
I've only heard positive things about raybearer before i finally picked it up and it DEFINITELY DESERVES ALL THE RAVE REVIEWS. jordan ifueko has crafted a book with lush world-building, an intricate plot, beautiful prose, and great pacing. i also love the characters, especially the protagonist tarisai. raybearer also makes use of a lot of tropes in a more refreshing light. you think YA tropes are overused and repetitive? jordan ifueko will prove you wrong.
raybearer also explores the themes of love, friendship, and family impressively. i felt SO MANY THINGS while reading this book. with its plot twists and revelations, i really found it hard to detach myself from it when i had to study and take my exams.
I HAVE SO MANY THINGS THAT I WANT TO SAY BUT IT'S TWELVE AM AND MY BRAIN IS MUSH. here's the bottomline: this book is brilliant and everyone needs to read it. i can't wait for the sequel to destroy me with its greatness!
this is officially one of my most favorite reads of the year. it may also be one of the most well-written YA debuts i have ever read. i am in awe of this book.
I've only heard positive things about raybearer before i finally picked it up and it DEFINITELY DESERVES ALL THE RAVE REVIEWS. jordan ifueko has crafted a book with lush world-building, an intricate plot, beautiful prose, and great pacing. i also love the characters, especially the protagonist tarisai. raybearer also makes use of a lot of tropes in a more refreshing light. you think YA tropes are overused and repetitive? jordan ifueko will prove you wrong.
raybearer also explores the themes of love, friendship, and family impressively. i felt SO MANY THINGS while reading this book. with its plot twists and revelations, i really found it hard to detach myself from it when i had to study and take my exams.
I HAVE SO MANY THINGS THAT I WANT TO SAY BUT IT'S TWELVE AM AND MY BRAIN IS MUSH. here's the bottomline: this book is brilliant and everyone needs to read it. i can't wait for the sequel to destroy me with its greatness!
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
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
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
Female-led, black-led, and a m'fin ace character tossed in for good measure, yet never feels like representation just for representation's sake. Balanced characters and complicated, mature relationships--Technically YA, but never falls into the idiotic/painful tropes and interactions that seem the hallmark of the genre these days.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This book is SO GOOD! The word and mythology is dense and rich, with a world that is diverse without feeling like it tokenizes other cultures and centers Black characters and African culture, a needed change from Euro-centric fantasies. The character development is supported and believable, the plot moves along but isn't full of holes. A new twist on the "chosen one" trope that doesn't feel retread or overdone and Tarisai is so vivid and compelling. It's inventive, beautiful and gripping. I woke up early to finish it this morning because I couldn't stop thinking about it! Really, what more could you want from a new fantasy? I cannot wait for the sequel this summer.