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natashaleighton_'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.0
I did read this alongside the audiobook which was rather good though a few of the female narrator’s accents did sort of merge together at one point and if I hadn’t had the physical book, I would’ve got really confused. Other than that it a solid and I really enjoyable read.
Graphic: Stalking and Confinement
Moderate: Misogyny, Grief, and Sexism
kassidyreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Minor: Injury/Injury detail and Misogyny
escapismforlife's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Here's the thing the whole story is really about Kallia and then Demarco. It was fine love a good fantasy romance. But after a while it got old. When Jack started disturbing that relationship I was over it. Enter the triangle I didn't care for one bit. Everything else was pushed aside to focus on it.
The whole point was Kallia to prove something in closed off Glorian's magical competition. Instead she just proved how flashy and undisturbed she is by the other characters. Which is also another thing that was missed out on.
The plot is lacking when her competitors and a friend from the Conquers Circus start being impacted by a mysterious force. That's also trapped all of them in the town. One that is never really given any answer to. I think it believe it has something to do with Glorians forgotten past. But I'm hoping When Night Breaks better has clear answers.
Graphic: Bullying and Misogyny
brookey8888's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Bullying, Classism, Fire/Fire injury, Sexism, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Grief, and Misogyny
elderflower's review against another edition
Graphic: Misogyny
thenovelmaura's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Raised in a secluded club called Hellfire House, Kallia is a powerful magician who wants to make her mark on the world. While plenty of men make their living as successful stage magicians, female performers tend to disappear or fade into obscurity. So when Kallia hears about a competition to find the next headliner of the Conquering Circus, she sets out for the mysterious city of Glorian, determined to put on a show-stopping performance. Little does she know that she'll have to contend with sexist judges, her controlling ex-mentor, and a cursed city that seems to be causing the accidents and disappearances that are befalling her competitors.
I'll start by saying that I love an arrogant main character as long as they have the skill to back up the attitude. And Kallia earned every haughty sneer and challenge she threw out! She was almost always the most powerful person in the room and she knew it, so it was frustrating to see how the odds were stacked against her. Her assistant was another standout character and I had to smile every time Aaros graced us with his presence.
The world-building was solid; this book takes place in a very isolated setting so I'd like to see more of Soltair in the sequel. I got a good sense of a few key locations, but the rest of the land isn't discussed in detail. I also took issue with the pacing at the end of the book and thought the last hundred pages could have been condensed down to keep things as action-packed as the first few Acts. But again, the grande finale was suitably dramatic and I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for the sequel! Don't miss this one if you're looking for magic, a foreboding atmosphere, and a slow-burn romance.
Graphic: Sexism, Misogyny, and Toxic relationship
nastashastarr3's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Misogyny, Stalking, and Toxic relationship
monilib's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
Moderate: Bullying, Confinement, Misogyny, and Sexism
offictionandfantasy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, Bullying, and Stalking
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Confinement
Minor: Gore, Grief, and Violence
marta_correia's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Misogyny, and Sexism