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A review by thelifeofkim19
Monsters Born and Made by Tanvi Berwah
3.0
I find the comparisons to The Hunger Games to be fair, inasmuch that both stories center around literal fights to the death, with many teenaged competitors and only one winner (possibly only one survivor, too). There are also similarities between the protagonists, with their strong family ties (doing this for my sister). However, I actually found the tone, pacing and general feel of this book more comparable to Red Queen.
The world building was fair. I particularly enjoyed the very many monsters, and how basically everything in this place is trying to kill them, but still they survive and ultimately thrive, too.
I feel the political intrigue/rebellion could have been expanded on, however I am not sure if this may be a series, in which case this may be explored further in subsequent books.
I didn't particularly connect with any of the characters, apart from Mama (the author could definitely do with exploring her backstory more!)
All in all a solid 3 stars.
The world building was fair. I particularly enjoyed the very many monsters, and how basically everything in this place is trying to kill them, but still they survive and ultimately thrive, too.
I feel the political intrigue/rebellion could have been expanded on, however I am not sure if this may be a series, in which case this may be explored further in subsequent books.
I didn't particularly connect with any of the characters, apart from Mama (the author could definitely do with exploring her backstory more!)
All in all a solid 3 stars.