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phantomeyer 's review for:
Blood Over Bright Haven
by M.L. Wang
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book reassured me that my standards for a fantasy novel aren’t too high.
It hooked me early, had deeply flawed but still relatable characters, an interesting magic system, a “I really should have seen that coming” twist, real-world themes… all in one stand-a-lone book. I don’t need ALL of that in one book but man I’ll take it.
Lost a half star because in the lead up to the final act we were no longer privy to the character’s thoughts and plans, which made some of their actions seem rushed or poorly considered. But overall? Very satisfied.
It hooked me early, had deeply flawed but still relatable characters, an interesting magic system, a “I really should have seen that coming” twist, real-world themes… all in one stand-a-lone book. I don’t need ALL of that in one book but man I’ll take it.
Lost a half star because in the lead up to the final act we were no longer privy to the character’s thoughts and plans, which made some of their actions seem rushed or poorly considered. But overall? Very satisfied.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Sexism, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Xenophobia, Blood, Religious bigotry
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Forced institutionalization, Cultural appropriation, Injury/Injury detail