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3.38 AVERAGE
3.38 AVERAGE
The first half of this book was quite confusing for me, however the second half was action packed and absolutely amazing. This is a book that you really need to focus on and not read/listen half heartedly, especially if you’re not familiar with Chinese culture, phrases, ect. I think it was the cultural barrier that made this one a little difficult for me. But all in all, I loved the ending, it was tear jerking and wholesome, and I would recommend this to anyone who loves a fantasy/cultural genre.
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
I really wanted to like this one. Unfortunately, I just couldn’t get into the writing, the characters, and the story felt like it was going nowhere. Sad to say this is the first Asian fantasy I’ve decided to DNF.
DNF @ page 90
DNF @ page 90
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fun for the most part and certainly not as bad as some reviews state but was 200% more a ya than adult
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I expected to like this one since I read another Chinese mythology, but it was kind of hard for me to enjoy following the story, the worldbuilding. I think it could've used more development. The romance was bland, and it was definitely not for me. I wish I could talk to some people about this book, perhaps it may change my perspective.
Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for providing me with an e-ARC
Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for providing me with an e-ARC
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
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I was so excited for this book, I picked it up purely based on that beautiful cover and the blurb. However it fell short on me. As other reviewers state, the world building by Chao is spot on. I could read that for hours and hours. But my issue was just with the pacing and writing style. As much as I adored the worldbuilding, that couldn't redeem it for me. It wasn't my cup of tea and that's fine, I still think everyone should read this book because the concept is such a beauty.
I was so excited for this book, I picked it up purely based on that beautiful cover and the blurb. However it fell short on me. As other reviewers state, the world building by Chao is spot on. I could read that for hours and hours. But my issue was just with the pacing and writing style. As much as I adored the worldbuilding, that couldn't redeem it for me. It wasn't my cup of tea and that's fine, I still think everyone should read this book because the concept is such a beauty.