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A review by pewsephonye
Isle of Blood and Stone by Makiia Lucier
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
The way the author writes the interactions between characters is simply amazing. It feels very immersive, you understan how close or how distant they are with each other, how trusting and the kind of their relationship. Even two minor characters talking feels immersive. The world feels real as well, although the world building is basic.
I loved the main characters alot, Elias is a standard for a YA protagonist, he is kind, smart, thinks fast and passionate. Although I liked his dynamic and relationship with Mercedes, the romance doesn't develop at all and is super fast paced. I wish more time was dedicated to them as a couple.
Lastly, the plot was engaging but kinda predictable. The twist of what happened to the princes didn't quite make sense and some points felt a little too convenient. Despite that, I like that the ending and the characters' actions were dark and gray, it wasn't a cliche happy ending. Overall, a very nice book which I recommend!
I loved the main characters alot, Elias is a standard for a YA protagonist, he is kind, smart, thinks fast and passionate. Although I liked his dynamic and relationship with Mercedes, the romance doesn't develop at all and is super fast paced. I wish more time was dedicated to them as a couple.
Lastly, the plot was engaging but kinda predictable. The twist of what happened to the princes didn't quite make sense and some points felt a little too convenient. Despite that, I like that the ending and the characters' actions were dark and gray, it wasn't a cliche happy ending. Overall, a very nice book which I recommend!