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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
dark
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
emotional
mysterious
reflective
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
Okay, so this was officially my last fantasy of the year (for real this time 🤣). And honestly? I think part of why I didn’t fully enjoy it is because I’ve just read too many fantasy books lately, so I’m kind of over it for now.
That being said, this book was actually pretty good! It tackled some really heavy and interesting themes like feminism, curses, and domestic violence. I really loved the writing style and the way the characters came together, forming this unlikely friendship all driven by the same goal: saving Marra’s sister from her violent husband… who also happens to be a prince. (Yes, of course it was an arranged marriage to protect Marra’s kingdom 🙄).
You definitely get attached to the characters, and there is a little romance sprinkled in, but that’s not the main focus. So if you’re looking for full-on romantasy, I wouldn’t recommend this one. Instead, expect witches, ghosts, curses, and paranormal vibes.
Overall? I think this book deserves way more recognition than it gets. It’s well-written, layered, and it really sticks with you. 🖤
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
dark
emotional
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A lovely contemporary fairytale. I really enjoyed it!
The story ended nicely and I enjoyed it, but the beginning with the cannibals didn’t lead anywhere and never tied back in to the rest of the story. Same with the blistering land. The nettle cloak seemingly had no real purpose either?
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
adventurous
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I enjoyed the whimsy and the main plot, and the dust-wife is my favourite character, but the romance subplot was incredibly dull and I could have done without it.
I also would love to know more about the gods in the setting.
I also would love to know more about the gods in the setting.
adventurous
slow-paced