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A review by foxfic
When Among Crows by Veronica Roth
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
This is an urban fantasy where the additional layer to the world’s tapestry takes the form of a wide range of creatures from Slavic folklore, as well as the Order which hunts them. Through bargaining and desperation, an unlikely trio forms, and together with their secrets they seek out Baba Jaga.
I enjoyed how fluid the magic and supernatural elements in this world are — graspable if you understand certain rules, are willing to make sacrifices, can shift your perspective. Throughout the story are themes of accountability and forgiveness, loyalty and self sacrifice.
I don’t think there was a character I didn’t enjoy, no matter what side they wound up being on. The ending is of the variety where things are wrapped up, but there’s the potential for more (and an incoming sequel) because we’ve barely scratched the surface of this world.
I enjoyed how fluid the magic and supernatural elements in this world are — graspable if you understand certain rules, are willing to make sacrifices, can shift your perspective. Throughout the story are themes of accountability and forgiveness, loyalty and self sacrifice.
I don’t think there was a character I didn’t enjoy, no matter what side they wound up being on. The ending is of the variety where things are wrapped up, but there’s the potential for more (and an incoming sequel) because we’ve barely scratched the surface of this world.