the_baba_yaga's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH: 63%

Started off fun. There was maybe 1 exciting moment but overall the characters were all unlikable and it was annoying to keep wanting to read from the perspective of a people-pleasing mother who’s child was being bullied and did absolutely nothing to protect her. 

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funny lighthearted mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Pros: labeled as Gilmore Girls meets HP...and yeah, it's cozy vibes with a magic school. Interesting family and school dynamics for mythological and fantastical beings. Cute Kindergarten wolf pup. 

Cons: The writing style wasn't for me - very little dialogue for most of the book. Gaslighting. Miscommunication for a trope. The "Do I care enough to finish it?" for at least 50% of the book.

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challenging dark emotional funny mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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