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seanml's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
3.75
The book’s one word premise is a royalty-focused fantasy set in a steampunk world populated by elves and goblins (Which are more like orcs here). Unfortunately, you don’t get to see too much of the steampunk part. The primary messages focus on the power of goodness, and sexism is a heavy undertone throughout the narrative. My two main detractions: While there is certainly a plot, the book is much more slice of life than I expected; which doesn’t detract from it, but it may not be what you’re thinking. Additionally, there’s a complex naming convention system at play here which leads to more confusion than A Clockwork Orange. 7.5/10.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Murder, Sexism, Violence, Death of parent, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Physical abuse
Minor: Blood, Misogyny, Terminal illness, Miscarriage, Sexual harassment, and Torture
starlit_pathways's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Grief, Child abuse, Xenophobia, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Confinement, Kidnapping, Terminal illness, War, and Classism
Minor: Torture and Suicide
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