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summermorning's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Homophobia
Moderate: Classism and Drug use
Minor: War
kp_mgen's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I had been looking for a little sci-fi to sprinkle in my chronic fantasy TBR, and A Circle of Stars was the perfect addition! With a magic system based in astrology, jumping into this story was a delight for my brain - figuring out how it all worked while being immersed in the world of Novilem was a wonderful adventure. If you are looking for relatable characters, a world with lots of secrets to explore, and a wonderfully sweet queer romance, do not hesitate to pick up A Circle of Stars!
I received an ARC of this book and am leaving this review voluntarily.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Sexual assault
Moderate: Drug use
kennedylynn's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? N/A
5.0
I was lucky enough to be provided an eARC and I am so glad I was able to read it. The book is filled with amazing characters that made me cry, laugh, and feel so many other emotions. I loved the world the author built especially as the inhabitants gifts are based on astrology. Casper, originally from Earth is labeled as Novilem’s Telos and taken to a new world where he meets Helix. As Casper trains his abilities he is also slowly uncovering Noveilem’s injustices and falling in love with Helix, the grandson of the women who is charge. I can’t say it enough but I absolutely loved this book and I can’t wait until the second one. The plot is insane, the characters are unique, and the romance is absolutely adorable. I will also say that the world building is amazing!!!! The author managed to explain everything in a way that wasn’t super repetitive and yet everything made sense. Recommend this books for anybody that loves sci-fi queer novels.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Sexual assault, Violence, Blood, Animal death, Homophobia, Domestic abuse, and Outing
Moderate: Suicide, Drug use, Addiction, Panic attacks/disorders, Cursing, and Sexual content
Minor: Vomit and Injury/Injury detail
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