A review by callmesword
The Chandler Legacies by Abdi Nazemian

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective 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? Yes

4.0

"He’s never felt like he’s belonged to a group. But maybe with the Circle, he finally will."

Belong. Perfect. Fear. Survival. Forgiveness.

Not only is this book GENIUS, but also it may have single handedly gave me back the inspiration and my love of writing fleshed-out stories.

It gave me a latin american character I heavily relate to, as latin american myself, which is not something usually found (freddy's word being belong, same bud). While at it, it taught me little things from other cultures as well.

Even though I really placed my hopes on aromantic Spencer and it didn't turn out that way, the inclusion of other queer representation feels so natural: it's not a super big deal, it just is. And I love it.

The whole plot, the writing, the academic setting, the multiple POVs, the prologue and epilogue. It's all genius, I wished it included a tad more mystery but that's okay.

I can't believe I put this book off for a month or so, I will definitely be reading more by Abdi Nazemian from now on.
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