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3.7 AVERAGE
3.7 AVERAGE
Man I love Oro. I don't care if Grim gets a redemption arc I DONT
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Literally lost my mind the last 5 chapters. Currently opening the second book BYE
3.5 stars
Loved the concepts and the plot was twisty. I enjoyed the MFC but wished there was more development with the others. I considered this borderline YA with the thought process the MFC has but not in a bad way. I read it super quickly and the ending was fast paced. I will be reading the next book.
Loved the concepts and the plot was twisty. I enjoyed the MFC but wished there was more development with the others. I considered this borderline YA with the thought process the MFC has but not in a bad way. I read it super quickly and the ending was fast paced. I will be reading the next book.
adventurous
medium-paced
This book had a slow start, with a lot of unnecessary repetition of things already stated. But once I got past the first third of the book, I couldn’t put it down. The action became constant, and the ending was one I did not see coming. All in all, a very pleasant read, and I would definitely recommend it.
adventurous
mysterious
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
If you're tired of the same old YA fantasy tropes, Lightlark offers a refreshingly unique take on familiar elements. Set on a mysterious island that appears only once every hundred years, this story follows Isla, the young ruler of the Wildling realm, as she competes in the deadly Centennial game alongside five other rulers. Each ruler enters with the desperate hope of breaking their realm's curse, but only one can succeed - and someone must die.
While the premise might sound familiar - a competition, curses to break, and yes, a love triangle - Aster's execution sets this book apart. The romance develops with surprising authenticity, avoiding the typical back-and-forth indecision that plagues many YA novels. The relationships feel grounded and realistic, despite the fantastical setting.
The writing strikes a perfect balance between rich detail and pacing, never getting bogged down while still painting a vivid picture of this complex world. Each realm's unique attributes and curses add layers of intrigue to both the plot and character motivations, creating a rich tapestry of political maneuvering and personal stakes.
This book proves that with strong character development, well-crafted world-building, and authentic relationships, even familiar fantasy elements can feel fresh and exciting.
While the premise might sound familiar - a competition, curses to break, and yes, a love triangle - Aster's execution sets this book apart. The romance develops with surprising authenticity, avoiding the typical back-and-forth indecision that plagues many YA novels. The relationships feel grounded and realistic, despite the fantastical setting.
The writing strikes a perfect balance between rich detail and pacing, never getting bogged down while still painting a vivid picture of this complex world. Each realm's unique attributes and curses add layers of intrigue to both the plot and character motivations, creating a rich tapestry of political maneuvering and personal stakes.
This book proves that with strong character development, well-crafted world-building, and authentic relationships, even familiar fantasy elements can feel fresh and exciting.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes