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dorianablu83's review against another edition
adventurous
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
this was a reread, I first read it when I was 12/13 and now re reading it as a 16 years old is still amazing. it's an amazingly written book, so beautiful with a really enjoyable and interesting plot. the characters are very lovely and I felt so immersed in the book's story and kinda wished I was in it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Death, Death of parent, and Child death
chattie_the_mad_chatter's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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
5.0
This book was so heartwarming, I loved the exploration of the protagonist and the secondary characters. The world of the yaga's was magical and also a really healthy and beautiful attitude to coping with death.
The themes of family, friendship what you want, being truthful and open with people who love you was beautifully done. I hugged the book at the end.
The themes of family, friendship what you want, being truthful and open with people who love you was beautifully done. I hugged the book at the end.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Death, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
jeanniea's review
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
The main character appeared to face and reface similar obstacles within herself and her growth was a roller coaster ride, tho i suppose that's how real life growth is. It was difficult to relate to the mc, but she's also a child. I expected more consistency in the mc and her gradual learning, but it took this character LOTS of trial and error to get to where she got.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
Minor: Child death, Death of parent, Bullying, Grief, and Toxic friendship
annabelmcdonald251's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I loved this book but it took me a little while to get hooked. Initially, I was put off by the idea of guiding the dead and thought I may have struggled reading this as a child. As a deep thinker when I was younger, I think the concept may have been a bit much for me. However, I’m so glad I kept going with the book - it was wonderful. I was totally lost in Marinka’s world, and I loved the house!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Death, and Death of parent
zomigi's review
2.0
I read this book because my 12-year-old daughter recommended it to me, but if I hadn't been reading it for her, I don't think I would have stuck with it. I quickly got annoyed with Marinka's repetitive thoughts of not wanting to be a Yaga and wanting to do what she wants to do. It's realistic for a 12-year-old, but maybe because I have a discontented, ungrateful 12-year-old child myself, I was particularly uninterested in reading about another one. I can see this book being appealing to tweens and teens, but it wasn't for me.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
bitterseason's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Fire/Fire injury, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Bullying, Child death, and Death of parent
kaleidoscopeyss's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was such a stunning book. I was not expecting to like this adventure as much as I did. I totally enjoyed the vibes and just the whole voyage of the grey area between life and death and finding yourself.
This book is definitely a comfort read for me. It was so realistically magical . It had humor and friendship. It was just a beautifully crafted story and just perfectly done. I’m shook.
Highly recommend you pick this up.
This book is definitely a comfort read for me. It was so realistically magical . It had humor and friendship. It was just a beautifully crafted story and just perfectly done. I’m shook.
Highly recommend you pick this up.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Death of parent
sarahsbooklife's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death and Death
beholderess's review
Loved it, but it got a bit too sad in a triggering way for me
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Child death, Death, and Death of parent
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