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thekissballad's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this and can't wait to continue the series.
I enjoyed the worldbuilding and how the supernatural world is hidden. I liked that a large variety of creatures, myths, etc were used instead of just a select few.
And while I enjoyed the mystery surrounding Quinton and the Night Brothers, that's also where I had some issues.
The first being how often it was repeated that Amari was there to find out what happened to her brother. It's evident through her actions that the constant repetition verbally got on my nerves.
The second being that the Night Brothers didn't have as much of a role as I expected considering they're in the title. I'd explain further, but SPOILERS.
The ending was actually a bit surprising for me. There were many routes that could have been taken, and I honestly thought it would be a different one. It's refreshing to be surprised.
I enjoyed the worldbuilding and how the supernatural world is hidden. I liked that a large variety of creatures, myths, etc were used instead of just a select few.
And while I enjoyed the mystery surrounding Quinton and the Night Brothers, that's also where I had some issues.
The first being how often it was repeated that Amari was there to find out what happened to her brother. It's evident through her actions that the constant repetition verbally got on my nerves.
The second being that the Night Brothers didn't have as much of a role as I expected considering they're in the title. I'd explain further, but SPOILERS.
The ending was actually a bit surprising for me. There were many routes that could have been taken, and I honestly thought it would be a different one. It's refreshing to be surprised.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime
Moderate: Bullying, Xenophobia, Classism, and Violence
cassielaj's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
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
5.0
I really really loved this. The supernatural world is so fun and nostalgic with references to things we’ve all read about in stories. Amari is a great main character in that she doesn’t fall into “chosen one” tropes even though she totally could. And the story has a really great message of standing up for yourself and not judging anyone before you get to know them!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Xenophobia
Minor: Grief and Violence
theirgracegrace's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Amari and the Night Brothers is just as magical as Amari Peters herself. A supernatural mystery involving a missing brother, an evil magician, and summer camp tryouts. And at the centre of it all, Amari Peters, a young Black girl from a rough neighbourhood that's about to shake the world. A fantastic middle-grade fantasy with explosive action and amazing worldbuilding that leaves me hungry for a sequel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Kidnapping, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Racism, Violence, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Confinement
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