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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I didn't care for Siege and Storm as much as its predecessor. It was fun, tragic, and engaging, but ultimately I felt it didn't hold up to Shadow and Bone.
adventurous
challenging
reflective
tense
medium-paced
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Siege and Storm, the second book in Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse series, builds on its predecessor with a captivating mix of magic, conflict, and the quest for power. Bardugo's ability to deepen the world's lore while focusing on character development is impressive, making the protagonists and their dilemmas feel real and relatable. The novel introduces intriguing new characters that add complexity to the plot, though at times the pacing seems to slow, particularly in the middle. I still rated this a 5/5 despite that because the blend of action, emotional depth, and the exploration of themes like leadership and sacrifice keeps the narrative engaging. Overall, it's a solid sequel that sets a high bar for the finale!
adventurous
challenging
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
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:
Complicated
adventurous
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The Story of Alina continues in a very interesting way. While reading you cannot know where exactly the story will go and how the events will affect the characters. The pacing was well done. It was really captivating to see Alina's character development and the growth she has made.