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yvo_about_books's review against another edition
4.5
Finished reading: August 24th 2023
“We are the narratives we tell ourselves. But do we shape language, or does language shape us? Do we define words, or do words define us? If everyone keeps insisting I'm this monster, how soon before I become her?”
It's true that I don't read a lot of YA fantasy anymore, but I couldn't resist joining the blog tour for the first book back in 2020 and I instantly fell in love with this Argentine folklore inspired high fantasy world. I've been meaning to read Cazadora ever since it was first published, but somehow it took me TWO years to actually do so. I'm definitely kicking myself now, because I ended up having another fantastic experience with this sequel! Cazadora offered all the things I loved in the first book, with the added bonus that you already know and care for Manu and her manada. The fantasy world itself is fantastic, and very much inspired by Argentina; the incorporation of both local folklore and customs brilliantly done. The Spanish phrases only add more authenticity to this story, and it definitely made my inner philologist happy. Most of the phrases are translated though, so it is still easy to understand what is happening even though you don't speak Spanish. The plot itself picks up where the first book ended; this is why I would highly suggest reading the books in order both to avoid spoilers and confusion about what is happening and how the high fantasy world works. There is plenty of new territory to explore in Cazadora though, and the story incorporates a lot of important topics along the way. The writing itself is simply fantastic, and I loved every single minute that I spent with this story. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed there will be another book in the future considering how things ended...
Content Warnings
Graphic: Deportation, Police brutality, Racism, Misogyny, Sexism, Homophobia, Transphobia, Death, Rape, Injury/Injury detail, Lesbophobia, Xenophobia, Bullying, Confinement, and Violence
ashleyreads88's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
I loved this and felt that it tied the duology together very nicely. The ending was something that I didn't see coming and I loved the shocking twist. I loved how much Manu and the other characters grew. The message that I got from this amazing duology is that there is always something to fight for.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Homophobia, and Misogyny
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Death, and Xenophobia
Minor: Racism, Violence, and Transphobia
readandfindout's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Style/writing: 4 stars
Themes: 4.5 stars
Characters: 3.5 stars
Plot: 3 stars
Worldbuilding: 4 stars
Themes: 4.5 stars
Characters: 3.5 stars
Plot: 3 stars
Worldbuilding: 4 stars
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, and Lesbophobia
Moderate: Homophobia and Death
Minor: Racism, Transphobia, Violence, and Rape
brittshaw_p's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
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
4.5
4.5/5⭐️ | 1/5🌶 | 1/3⚠️ | 14+
Genre: YA contemporary paranormal fantasy
Diversity: latinx, 🏳️🌈 SC, disabled SC, feminist
Moods: dark, adventurous, rebellious, International
Pace: medium
Device(s):
Trope(s): found family, coming of age,
Notes: interesting and complex magic system, immersive contemporary world building, great exploration of friendships and found family, so many profound quotes, ending was powerful and left me wanting more, profound exploration of finding your place to belong
# of pages: 403
AB length:
Took me ~ to read: 5:35
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Misogyny, Homophobia, Xenophobia, and Sexism
Minor: Confinement, Death, Transphobia, and Injury/Injury detail
psistillreadyou's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism and Misogyny
Moderate: Homophobia
Minor: Rape, Pregnancy, Mental illness, Child death, and Transphobia
plumpaperbacks's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
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? No
5.0
[second read, August 2022]
All I feel is pain. Lots and lots of pain. I genuinely don’t think I’ll reread these books again until a third book has been confirmed; I don’t think I can handle the feels otherwise. I’m manifesting that we’ll get one. I’ll beg if I have to, I don’t even care. When Romina was asked about it, she didn’t say no, she said “not yet,” and that has to mean SOMETHING, right??? I’M DESPERATE HERE PLS GIVE ME SOMETHING. 😩😩😩
I finished reading two hours ago and all I’ve done since is listen to my Miago playlist and think about that very, very mean epilogue. So that’s how my evening is going. :’)))
“He’s spent every night in my room, tangled in the sheets of Manu’s cot.”
HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO READ THAT AND BE OKAY???? I ACTUALLY WANNA CRY. [SCREECHES] 😭😭😭
[first read, August 2021]
This was one of my most anticipated releases of the year, and it didn’t disappoint. From the start, it was an exciting and intriguing story I could never predict the direction of. That, combined with the cast of complex characters, ever-changing character dynamics, and extremely relevant social commentary, kept me hooked for the entirety of the book. It was a quick read, as I always wanted to know what happened next and make sure my favorite characters were okay.
I love Manu, Tiago, Cata, and Saysa with my whole entire heart. They’d go to the ends of the earth for each other and I love to see it. They grow closer as the story progresses, and stay together even when they don’t see eye to eye. Their friendship is brilliant, they’re brilliant, and honestly, they’re just completely iconic. 🥹❤️
One of my favorite parts of the book was the progression of Manu and Tiago’s relationship. They’re absolutely adorable!! They read each other’s favorite books and quote books to express their love, and they’re so passionate. I don’t know if I believe in soulmates, but I think these two are as close to that as anyone can be. They just fit. I love them so much. Miago forever!!! 🥹❤️
And on that note…. what the HELL was that ending?! Romina Garber said there are no plans for a third book, even though before this came out I thought there were such plans. This book certainly doesn’t feel like a conclusion; it feels like there should be another book. And I’m not just saying that because I want more cute romantic moments. Genuinely, based on the plot, it feels unfinished. A book with a cliffhanger and a sequel on the horizon is bad enough, but this is the first time I’ve read a book with a cliffhanger and no resolution or continuation in sight. I’m stressed and a little bit upset and more than a little bit desperate for more. I need to know if my faves are okay!! I need my ship to sail across the sea, not just profess their love and then go down like the freaking Titanic!!! Please, publishing gods, whoever is in control of this stuff, GIVE ME ONE MORE BOOK. PLEASE. 😩🙏🏻
I need to say this somewhere so I’ll say it here. Some of the scenes in the last 50-100 pages really packed a fudging PUNCH. Tiago catching Manu and Cata as they leave to turn Manu in, at her insistence, and her hearing Tiago break down sobbing after they leave. The group’s last scene together after Manu’s trial was over, before her ruling was carried out, and Tiago, Cata, and Saysa wanted to see her one more time. Manu and Tiago’s telepathic conversation before she was sent through a portal back to Earth. The epilogue from Cata’s perspective where it’s revealed that she and Tiago are joining the Cazadores and getting married so they can get close to Manu again. Their friends figuring out what the plan is and pledging their support, because they’ve all grown to love Manu and she inspired them by persisting, even when it damned her. Like, who let Romina Garber just stomp on my heart like that?? Ma’am, with all due respect, STOP IT. I’M A MESS OF EMOTIONS AND I DON’T LIKE IT. 😭
I think I’ve ranted most of my feels. The less coherent ones will most likely end up on Twitter. If it wasn’t already obvious, I loved Cazadora, and I love the Wolves of No World series. I highly recommend it, even if this emotional state and all the uncertainty that comes with it isn’t a very fun time. Now time to plead with the universe and hopefully manifest a third book.
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All I feel is pain. Lots and lots of pain. I genuinely don’t think I’ll reread these books again until a third book has been confirmed; I don’t think I can handle the feels otherwise. I’m manifesting that we’ll get one. I’ll beg if I have to, I don’t even care. When Romina was asked about it, she didn’t say no, she said “not yet,” and that has to mean SOMETHING, right??? I’M DESPERATE HERE PLS GIVE ME SOMETHING. 😩😩😩
I finished reading two hours ago and all I’ve done since is listen to my Miago playlist and think about that very, very mean epilogue. So that’s how my evening is going. :’)))
HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO READ THAT AND BE OKAY???? I ACTUALLY WANNA CRY. [SCREECHES] 😭😭😭
[first read, August 2021]
This was one of my most anticipated releases of the year, and it didn’t disappoint. From the start, it was an exciting and intriguing story I could never predict the direction of. That, combined with the cast of complex characters, ever-changing character dynamics, and extremely relevant social commentary, kept me hooked for the entirety of the book. It was a quick read, as I always wanted to know what happened next and make sure my favorite characters were okay.
I love Manu, Tiago, Cata, and Saysa with my whole entire heart. They’d go to the ends of the earth for each other and I love to see it. They grow closer as the story progresses, and stay together even when they don’t see eye to eye. Their friendship is brilliant, they’re brilliant, and honestly, they’re just completely iconic. 🥹❤️
One of my favorite parts of the book was the progression of Manu and Tiago’s relationship. They’re absolutely adorable!! They read each other’s favorite books and quote books to express their love, and they’re so passionate. I don’t know if I believe in soulmates, but I think these two are as close to that as anyone can be. They just fit. I love them so much. Miago forever!!! 🥹❤️
And on that note…. what the HELL was that ending?! Romina Garber said there are no plans for a third book, even though before this came out I thought there were such plans. This book certainly doesn’t feel like a conclusion; it feels like there should be another book. And I’m not just saying that because I want more cute romantic moments. Genuinely, based on the plot, it feels unfinished. A book with a cliffhanger and a sequel on the horizon is bad enough, but this is the first time I’ve read a book with a cliffhanger and no resolution or continuation in sight. I’m stressed and a little bit upset and more than a little bit desperate for more. I need to know if my faves are okay!! I need my ship to sail across the sea, not just profess their love and then go down like the freaking Titanic!!! Please, publishing gods, whoever is in control of this stuff, GIVE ME ONE MORE BOOK. PLEASE. 😩🙏🏻
I think I’ve ranted most of my feels. The less coherent ones will most likely end up on Twitter. If it wasn’t already obvious, I loved Cazadora, and I love the Wolves of No World series. I highly recommend it, even if this emotional state and all the uncertainty that comes with it isn’t a very fun time. Now time to plead with the universe and hopefully manifest a third book.
Representation
- Argentinian protagonist
- majority Argentinian or otherwise Latine cast
- Black side characters
- sapphic side couple (f/f)
- queer (minor) side characters (includes gay, sapphic, and trans rep)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny
Minor: Homophobia, Sexual assault, Blood, Death, Pregnancy, Transphobia, and Violence
Homophobia & transphobia: mentioned as commentary on the Septimus world and societal beliefs. Sexual assault & pregnancy: mentioned in a brief scene where a minor side character tells Manu her story. Additional warning here for stillbirth. Also, at a few points throughout the story, there’s discussion of menstruation.
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