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DID NOT FINISH: 60%

My interests just changed. I really loved what I read though, and would love to go back to it when im feeling that vibe again.

As I’ve been making my way through my own personal backlist (only 23 titles left!) I’ve been surprised at how many good books I’ve had sitting on my home shelves for years just waiting to be read.

This was great, even though there was no romance (which is usually a deal breaker for me
adventurous dark mysterious 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: Complicated
adventurous dark inspiring mysterious reflective sad tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This is my first book by this author and I had such a blast. I’m so disappointed there won’t be more of Artemisia and gang. The world was subtly but fascinatingly built. Loved the spirit hierarchy and the history behind it. Loved the descriptions of magic and fire. And there was just enough loose threads for a continuation of the story, but it is true this serves well enough as a standalone. I just wish there was more. 

At any rate, I am excited to read her other standalones even though I’ve seen that they also are too short for her readers liking. Only in the best of ways where you just want to stay in the world a little longer. 
adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
adventurous hopeful medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
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: Yes

3.5 stars.
Interesting story. Pacing was up and down. I skimmed here and there.

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